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PRI's The World - November 24, 2009
Today on The World: Afghanistan's security forces and whether they'll be ready to deal with extremist violence when US troops eventually leave; Also, presidential elections are about to take place in Honduras -- even though the country has yet to solve its ongoing presidential crisis; Plus a cover band from Istanbul reinvents Western pop classics -- with a Turkish twist.
PRI's The World - November 23, 2009
Today on The World: We begin a series about India's Muslims, with a look at why very few in that community have been radicalized; Also, from under the sea, we hear about tentacled, transparent sea cucumbers... and tubeworms that feed on oil; Plus, slow food in Lebanon.
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India marks Mumbai anniversary
Ceremonies are being held in India on the first anniversary of a series of devastating attacks on the city of Mumbai.
Key Philippine massacre suspect held
A Philippine clan leader suspected of involvement in the massacre of 57 people is taken into custody, officials say.
Website publishes '9/11 messages'
The Wikileaks site publishes what it says are 570,000 intercepted pager messages sent during the 9/11 attacks in the US.
 
The effects of Toyota's recall
Toyota is recalling 3.8 million vehicles in the U.S. to fix accelerator pedals. Jeremy Hobson reports on what that means for customers, dealers and the carmaker.
Dubai World seeks to delay debt repay
The government-owned company Dubai World is asking for more time to pay its debts. Stephen Beard reports.
Banking sector growth slows
Only three banks have opened in the third quarter this year, the fewest since World War II. Bill Hawkins, CEO of one of those banks, talks with Tess Vigeland about how hard it is to open up in this environment.
WWNO Features
While much of the country celebrates Thanksgiving with turkey dinners and football on television, thousands in New Orleans get dressed up in their best outfits and costumes and head to the Fairgrounds racetrack. In a city known for tradition, many in New Orleans hold Thanksgiving at the track up there with Mardi Gras. Correspondent Eileen Fleming explains.
WWNO's Paul Maassen talks with Garland Robinette, host of the Think Tank on WWL Radio.
New Orleans is well known for Mardis Gras and Bourbon Street, but a trend is emerging that shows cultural events and attractions bringing more people to the city. A major expansion of the World War II Museum, opening this weekend, should continue that trend. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
WWNO News Reports
Students at St. Mary's Dominican High School in New Orleans got a look at what could happen when someone gets behind the wheel while intoxicated. Correspondent Eileen Fleming has more.
Attorneys for New Orleans residents who won a federal court ruling blaming the Army Corps of Engineers for Hurricane Katrina flooding will be lobbying in Washington next week for a speedy settlement process. Eileen Fleming reports from member station WWNO.
A federal judge in New Orleans has ruled that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is responsible for some flood damage during Hurricane Katrina that could result in billions of dollars in damages. Eileen Fleming has more from member station WWNO.
WWNO Arts Features
The New Orleans Opera Association presents Gounod's Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare's timeless drama of star crossed lovers, under the guidance of French director Bernard Uzan.
Disney Channel Stars Jason Dolley and Nicole Anderson tape an episode with the Imagination Movers at the UNO NIMS Center Studio in Elmwood.
Dreams Come True: Art of the Classic Fairy Tales from Walt Disney Studios opens for an exclusive run at the New Orleans Museum of Art. The exhibit includes works from The Princess and the Frog, an animated comedy set in New Orleans.
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