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This Week
March 19th, 2010

Guarding Heritage

An Iraqi official displays a recovered stolen artifact. Photo courtesy of the Associated Press.
Bombings

This week on War News Radio, we hear about a groundbreaking partnership that seeks to protect antiquities in Iraq and Afghanistan. Kyle Goeckner-Wald and Aaron Moser report.

Next, we explore the world of Arabic literature. Anna Shechtman has the story.

Finally, we hear about Iraq’s struggle with drugs. Kyle Goeckner-Wald has more.

These stories this week, plus the week’s news.

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  • Last Week
    March 12th, 2010

    Self Help

    An Afghan girl carries water to her Kabul home. Photo courtesy of the Associated Press.
    Bombings

    This week on War News Radio, we learn about an aid program that seeks to have a more direct impact on the lives of Afghans. Rosanna Kim reports.

    Then, we speak with two members of the newest generation of US soldiers. Gabriel Ramirez has the story.

    After that, we learn about the controversy surrounding temporary marriages in Iraq. Emily Hager brings us more.

    Finally, we hear about the plight of Afghanistan’s dancing boys. Kyle Goeckner-Wald reports.