A Surprising Barrier To Clean Water: Human Nature
Getting clean water to people in the developing world isn't just an engineering problem.READ MORE
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Libyan Radio Station Promotes Democracy, One Rap At A Time
The Arab Spring countries are still in the process of remaking themselves. Consider Libya, where militia fighters continue to roam the streets, yet a new private radio station does not hesitate to criticize the armed groups.READ MORE
Libyan Radio Station Promotes Democracy, One Rap At A Time
Radio Zone is broadcasting a mix of candid talk shows, brash criticism and modern Libyan music.READ MORE
Burning Down The House: Artistic Freedom Under Fire In Egypt
Egyptians say there's a culture war underway, pitting secularists against the Islamist government.READ MORE
Flamenco Sensation Buika Embraces Her 'Animal' Voice
Growing up, Buika was used to people saying her voice was ugly. But that didn't stop her.READ MORE
Egyptian Author Sentenced To Prison For Book 'Where Is God?'
The blasphemy case against Karam Saber's book was reportedly the first after Egypt's revolution.READ MORE
British Designer Ozwald Boateng's Dream To Dress Africa
The first black designer on London's famed Savile Row talks about style and diplomacy.READ MORE
Egypt Said To Be In Talks With Ethiopia Over Nile Dam Plan
Egypt's President Mohamed Morsi has insisted that "all options are open" to prevent the dam.READ MORE
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To Crack Down On Rhino Poaching, Authorities Turn To Drones
The camera-carrying drones are a new tool to try to outfox sophisticated poachers in Africa.READ MORE
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Britain Apologizes For Colonial-Era Torture Of Kenyan Rebels
The historic apology — and the unprecedented settlement — has been years in the making.READ MORE
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Nelson Mandela 'Breathing On His Own' After Hospitalization
The anti-apartheid leader is said to be in "stable but serious" condition.READ MORE
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For Young Somali Journalists, Work Often Turns Deadly
The young, inexperienced reporters in Somalia are considered fair game in the violent country.READ MORE
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Epidemiologists don't know what causes the disease, and treatment is left largely to Ugandans.READ MORE
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How Recalculating GDP Can Help App Designers In Nigeria
Changing the calculation could help Pledge51 and other Nigerian businesses bring in new investment.READ MORE
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Algerian Terrorist Leader Clashed With His Bosses
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