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Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

* U.S. Special Forces in Syria
* World market slump
* Singapore toll roads combat congestion
* Britain’s new sex education program
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Monday, October 27th, 2008

Bill Moyers spoke with Texas economist James K. Galbraith about the causes of the economic crisis and how the U.S. might best move forward. He covers the efficacy of the bailouts, and advocates expanding government regulation of the economy. Watch now.

Monday, October 27th, 2008

NOW investigates an urgent healthcare problem: a critical shortage of nurses. What strains are being placed on the medical system, and what’s being done to attract more nurses? Watch.

Friday, October 24th, 2008

* World markets in decline
* Britain on the edge of recession
* Gas prices the lowest in a year
* Saving Australia’s sea turtles
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Friday, October 24th, 2008

A state-wide look at some of the decisive Senate races and the issues that will be affected if a shift in power, from Republican to Democrat, occurs. Includes reports from other public tv stations across New York, and addresses issues of the budget, the economy, and more. Watch now.

Friday, October 24th, 2008

* Arab plan to bring peace in the mideast
* More on Pakistan and the Taliban
* Egypt today: journalism and free speech
* Oktoberfest in Taybeh, Israel
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Friday, October 24th, 2008

For bloggers and mainstream journalists, Egypt is far from free. Watch a video interview of blogger Hossam el-Hamalawy, who says he’s been arrested, questioned and tortured several times during his career. He describes the blogging community in Cairo as having one foot in cyberspace and the other in the street.

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008

An investigation into one of the greatest crises that mankind has ever faced — can we roll back global warming? Watch this 2-hour documentary, and view the site with stories, interviews, discussion, and more.

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008

* Global Recession sinks in
* India launches a Lunar mission
* Egypt: Women and headscarves
* Camel 911 in India
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Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008

Grief is a normal reaction to loss. It’s painful, and it’s hard work. For some people, the best way to do the hard work of grieving is in the company of others. Bob Faw found a place in Maine where that work has been going on for more than a dozen years. Watch. (Originally aired: [...]

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