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PRI's The World - July 3, 2009
Today on The World: US troops make their way through southern Afghanistan on day two of a major military operation aimed at clearing out the Taliban and winning over locals; an anti-gay backlash in Senegal,and the government is leading the way; and a bride and groom separated by visa problems and thousands of miles go ahead with wedding day plans, thanks to the internet.
PRI's The World - July 2, 2009
Today on The World: Pakistan seals its border against Taliban fleeing a major US offensive in Afghanistan, Russian president Dmitry Medvedev says he's ready to begin a new relationship with the US, and Amsterdam's big plans for a green future.
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Mass arrests over China violence
Chinese police arrest 1,434 people over rioting in Xinjiang province, state media says, as protests spread to a second city.
UN condemns North Korean missiles
The UN Security Council condemns North Korea's recent missile tests as a threat to international security.
Jacksons 'plan private ceremony'
Michael Jackson's family is to hold a "private function" at a Los Angeles cemetery on Tuesday, the BBC learns.
 
Toy industry tries to get the lead out
U.S. and Chinese regulators are expected to adopt new standards to prevent products containing lead paint from entering the United States. But, as Amy Scott reports, with the holiday shopping season approaching, the toy industry is taking matters into its own hands.
An easy-to-read label is hard to find
FDA officials are debating whether changes in food labels might help consumers make healthy choices. Helen Palmer reports there are plenty of ideas but not much consensus.
Troop cuts could mean contractor surge
General David Petraeus told Congress today that he believes the United States can reduce its presence in Iraq to pre-surge levels by next summer. Steve Henn reports that American defense contractors see that as a business opportunity.
WAMC New York News
The NY Senate got some jabs as state and local officials announced a new grant in Ulster County today.
WAMC New England News
A military contract should put hundreds of workers on the payroll
North Country/Adirondacks News
Company manufacturers plastic packaging for the food industry.
Congressional Corner
Alan and Senator Sanders talk about energy policy.
Education
With online enrollments expanding by 12.9 percent in 2008, institutions of higher learning are offering more courses over the internet.
American Indians in NYS
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