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Fri, May 25
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PRI's The World - May 25, 2012
Today on the World: Egypt prepares for what may be a polarizing second round of voting in its presidential election. Also, thousands of refugees flee the violence in Mali and seek shelter in neighboring Burkina Faso. And the final installment in our series "Beyond Class" examines whether Britain can ever really leave its class divisions behind.
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Thu, May 24
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PRI's The World - May 24, 2012
Today on the World: Questions raised in Egypt about how fair and free the country's first post-revolution elections have been. Also, why Germany is cracking down the Hells Angels biker gang. Plus, our series "Beyond Class" examines how 60 years of communism haven't really improved the lot of farmers and workers in China.
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Wed, May 23
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PRI's The World - May 23, 2012
Today on the World: Egyptians begin casting votes in their country's first post-revolution presidential elections. Also, our series Beyond Class continues with a look at what India's caste system means to Indians living here in the US. Plus, a rise in anti-foreigner sentiment in China.
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Tue, May 22
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PRI's The World - May 22, 2012
Today on the World: The former Foreign Minister of Greece gives his take on his country's efforts to prevent defaulting on its Euro bailout. Also, our series "Beyond Class" continues to look at how the middle class sparked the revolutions in Egypt and Ukraine. Plus, why some Olympic torches have turned up for sale on eBay.
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Mon, May 21
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PRI's The World - May 21, 2012
Today on the World: We begin our series on social class: how it's shaped societies around the world, and how it's changing today. Also, Egypt's presidential election -- and how the Islamist candidates are presenting themselves. And finally, new, 'happy' music from South Africa's Hugh Masakela.
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Fri, May 18
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PRI's The World - May 18, 2012
Today on the World: Economic woes in Europe to top the agenda this weekend at the G8 summit at Camp David. Also, one Russian businessman becomes an overnight billionaire thanks to Facebook. Plus, one Scottish band tries to make Gaelic hip and sexy.
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Thu, May 17
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PRI's The World - May 17, 2012
Today on the World: The war crimes trial of Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic is suddenly on hold. Also, a US Army captain who reached out to Afghan insurgents, even after they had killed some of his men. Plus, retro Bollywood music, by way of Australia.
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Wed, May 16
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PRI's The World - May 16, 2012
Today on the World: Correspondent Laura Lynch visits the besieged Syrian city of Douma. Also, former Bosnian Serb commander Ratko Mladic goes on trial for crimes against humanity. And an Iranian hip hop artist is the target of a fatwa.
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Tue, May 15
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PRI's The World - May 15, 2012
Today on the World: UN observers in Syria find themselves dangerously close to violence. Also, why some candidates want to pay higher taxes. And behind the scenes of the greatest operatic challenge.
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Mon, May 14
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PRI's The World - May 14, 2012
Today on the World: How everyday Syrians cope with the violence. Then, how Greeks are struggling to make ends meet. And Portuguese migrants flock to Brazil in search of more financial security.
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Fri, May 11
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PRI's The World - May 11, 2012
Today on the World: Pressure increases on United Nations monitors to stop the violence in Syria. Also, Korean adoptees trying to make South Korea a better place for single mothers. And Paul McCartney sings the message "All you need is love" to a violence-torn Mexico.
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Thu, May 10
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PRI's The World - May 10, 2012
Today on the World: An update from Damascus, where bombings left scores dead and hundreds injured. Unemployment in Spain is nearing 25 percent. We hear how some Spaniards are coping. And Mexican musicians take to the streets, to serenade their mothers.
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Wed, May 9
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PRI's The World - May 09, 2012
Today on the World: An Al-Qaeda plot to detonate a US-bound airline flight is thwarted when the bomber turns out to be a spy. Also, concerns about Al-Qaeda's growing influence in Yemen. And North Korea's most-famous "fictitious" punk rock star.
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Tue, May 8
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PRI's The World - May 08, 2012
Today on the World: An eyewitness account from the Syrian city of Homs, where fighting continues despite the UN-backed ceasefire. Also, why antibiotic-resistant superbugs are emerging from India. And remembering Maurice Sendak.
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Mon, May 7
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PRI's The World - May 07, 2012
Today on the World: France pins hopes of economic recovery on its new President. Cooperating with both Republicans and Democrats may work against the re-election of Senator Richard Lugar. And why some Muslims are celebrating a Christian saint.
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Fri, May 4
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PRI's The World - May 04, 2012
Today on the World: China and US reach a deal in the Chen Guangcheng case. Also, French President Nicolas Sarkozy prepares for a close run-off election this weekend. Plus, Rocket Juice and the Moon feature in the Global Hit.
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Thu, May 3
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PRI's The World - May 03, 2012
Today on the World: Blind dissident Chen Guangcheng strains US-China diplomacy as he changes his mind on remaining in China. Also, a Canadian mayor supports legislation that favors cars over bikes on the city streets. And a Korean rapper stages a comeback after an online slam damages his career.
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Wed, May 2
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PRI's The World - May 02, 2012
Today on the World: Chinese blind legal activist Chen Guangcheng leaves US embassy in Beijing after six days. What will happen to him next remains uncertain. We get reaction to last night's surprise visit by President Barack Obama to Afghanistan and the signing of the Kabul-Washington strategic partnership pact. And music from Nigeria's D'Banj.
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Tue, May 1
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PRI's The World - May 01, 2012
Today on the World: President Barack Obama is in Kabul to sign partnership agreement between US and Afghanistan. Also, thousand of people in Mali struggle to rebuild their lives, a year after fleeing the revolution in Libya. Plus, a French shoe designer defends his painful high-heeled creations.
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Mon, Apr 30
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PRI's The World - April 30, 2012
Today on the World: We get the Chinese perspective on the escape of blind dissident Chen Guagcheng, who is believed to be under US protection in Beijing. The US Army joins the hunt for Joseph Kony, the leader of the notorious Lord's Resistance Army in the Central African Republic. And the street children of Nairobi inspire the music of Kenyan singer Nina Ogot.
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Fri, Apr 27
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PRI's The World - April 27, 2012
Today on the World: Economic woes further hurt Spain and the Netherlands. A sit-down with former Secretary of State Madeline Albright. And the Secret Service scandal has tainted Colombia's tourist campaign.
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Thu, Apr 26
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PRI's The World - April 26, 2012
Today on the World: Former Liberian President Charles Taylor is found guilty of 'aiding' and 'abetting' war crimes. Also, a debate over women's rights in Morocco following the suicide of a woman who was forced to marry her rapist. Plus, a profile of Syria's first lady disappears from Vogue's website.
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Wed, Apr 25
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PRI's The World - April 25, 2012
Today on the World: The Supreme Court takes up Arizona's controversial immigration law. We will hear about the "work arounds" undocumented immigrants are using to stay in Arizona despite that law. Also, the latest on the apparent defection of two young Cuban actors. Plus, a dose of Cuban heavy metal.
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Tue, Apr 24
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PRI's The World - April 24, 2012
Today on the World: The latest on the phone hacking scandal in Britain and maybe the US. Nuclear power becomes an issue in French presidential elections. Also, how many people does it take to dry clean a sweater in Moscow.
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Mon, Apr 23
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PRI's The World - April 23, 2012
Today on the World: President Obama stresses the importance of preventing genocide. Also, a story from Kabul, where the death toll from air pollution rivals that from war. And a rare interview with flamenco guitar legend, Paco de Lucia.
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Fri, Apr 20
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PRI's The World - April 20, 2012
Today on the World: Practice runs are underway in Bahrain for the Formula One race despite on going pro-democracy protests across the nation. Syria's crisis takes an economic toll on neighbor Turkey as tourism and trade dwindle. And Giants take over England's port city of Liverpool.
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Thu, Apr 19
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PRI's The World - April 19, 2012
Today on the World: Norwegian mass killer Anders Breivik says he planned for larger attacks. We get the latest on day 4 of his trial in Oslo. India successfully tests an international ballistic missile that could reach China. And Canadian scientists create a game to help solve complex problems in genetics.
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Wed, Apr 18
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PRI's The World - April 18, 2012
Today on the World: The Syrian regime expands its assault on the city of Homs. Also, we get a closer look at the fighting along the Sudan-South Sudan border over the oil rich town of Heglig. And a global survey finds out which nations have a deep faith in God.
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Tue, Apr 17
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PRI's The World - April 17, 2012
Today on the World: During trial, Norway's mass killer Anders Behring Breivik, tells the court he would "do it again." Also, US Presidential candidates work hard to woo Latino voters. And the Black Seeds of New Zealand take root in today's Global Hit.
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Mon, Apr 16
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PRI's The World - April 16, 2012
Today on the World: The trial of mass killer Anders Breivik begins in Norway; Also, an 18-hour-long militant attack comes to an end in Kabul; Plus, the government in Singapore tries to get its citizens to loosen up.
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