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PRI's The World - February 03, 2012 Today on the World: Street battles rage for the second day in Cairo sparked by Egypt's worst-ever soccer disaster Wednesday. A Muslim leader in Israel fuels tensions over hate speech between Israelis and Palestinians. And a new song from Chilean-French singer Ana Tijoux becomes an anthem for students in Chile protesting for educational reform.
PRI's The World - February 02, 2012 Today on the World: The latest on the outbreak of violence at a Cairo soccer stadium. Then, Germany looks to China for help with an economic bailout. Also, scientists explore just what is happening when we get a song stuck in our head.
PRI's The World - February 01, 2012 Today on the World: Spain's economic woes are adding up to more than just financial losses. The country's educated youth is leaving in droves for job opportunities elsewhere. Them amidst global insecurity, one man says a new view on the world of work is emerging. And the government of Banda Aceh cracks down at a punk concert to make a statement about threats against Islamic values.
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Social Circle, Georgia Teen Collecting Books for Haitian Refugees Giselle "Gigi" Osborn is a 17 year-old from Social Circle who has come up with a unique way to help at-risk girls at an earthquake refugee camp in Haiti. Here, she shares her story with WABE's Steve Goss... (children's books in French, or donations, can be sent to: Girl Scout Troop 27552, P.O. Box 446, Social Circle, GA 30025)
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UN 'to vote on Syria resolution' The UN Security Council is expected to vote on Saturday on a resolution backing an Arab peace plan for Syria, amid fresh reports of mass killings in Homs.
FBI probes Anonymous phone hack The FBI investigates how activists linked to Anonymous obtained a recording of a phone call between US and UK police on their operations against hacking.
Europe hit by Russia gas shortage Freezing weather sweeping across Europe is causing a shortage of vital Russian gas supplies to several countries, officials say.
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Three-year low in unemployment
The latest job numbers exceeded economists' expectations, but before you get too excited about a recovery, an economist breaks down the numbers for us.
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After Franklin, Fundraising Challenges Remain for Morehouse
This week, Morehouse College said June 30th will be Robert Franklin's last day as President. Franklin says fundraising will be a top issue for his replacement.
In Narrow Vote, Senate Passes Lemon Law Fee Increase
The Georgia Senate has narrowly passed a bill that adds two dollars to a fee used to enforce the state's Lemon Law. Opponents are calling the bill a new tax on car buyers. Jonathan Shapiro reports.
Clayton State Students to Give Free Tax Assistance
Accounting students from Clayton State University are offering free income tax assistance for taxpayers who make under $49,000 per year. It's part of a larger IRS initiative called the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, which is providing free tax counseling in more than 40 locations across metro Atlanta. Jonathan Shapiro reports.
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After Franklin, Fundraising Challenges Remain for Morehouse
This week, Morehouse College said June 30th will be Robert Franklin's last day as President. Franklin says fundraising will be a top issue for his replacement.
Bill allows negotiations for GA polluters
A Senate bill that passed a committee this week would give a way for polluters to negotiate with state regulators, rather than pay fines.
Area Planned Parenthood and Komen affiliate pleased with Komen's change of course
After days of controversy, the Susan G. Komen Foundation for the Cure reversed its decision to cut breast-screening grants to Planned Parenthood. Both area chapters for Komen and Planned Parenthood are pleased with the change of course.
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