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America: Theories in Conflict...Evolution or Creation |
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339 |
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HDNet cameras visit America's classrooms to observe the debate over the theory of evolution. Surprisingly to some, the theory of evolution is not accepted in all schools and classrooms. Instead, religious teachings have their fair share of advocates across the country who view creation as the answer to the question of "how did we all get here?"
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Israel...Diversity in the Holy Land |
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338 |
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World Report cameras are in Israel where some unique immigrants are joining the Jewish state. So-called black Jews from Ethiopia have been brought to Israel for many years, but now, Black Americans are also immigrating, but with their own style of faith.
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Capital Cities...Don't Take your Car to Town |
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337 |
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World Report cameras are in London and New York, two capital cities of the world with a similar problem: too many cars. Drivers who travel each day to these cities have brought the streets to a virtual standstill. London has now instituted a daily tax for anyone who takes their car into the central city, and it seems to be easing the problem there. Would a plan like that work in New York or other American cities?
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America's Southeast: Eating Away at Home Equity |
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336 |
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World Report cameras are in Florida to see the damage done to countless homes and buildings by small, but destructive, colonies of termites. Frequently, their work is concealed from homeowners until it is far too late to save the structure.
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Iran - Inside a Changing Islamic Nation |
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333 |
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World Report cameras are in Iran for a unique program that looks at the evolution following the Islamic Revolution. What may seem to Western eyes to be little or no progress toward democracy, still seems hopeful to Iranians. They are able to see the slightest change in the nation's rulers that may lead to a more wordly, and less rigorous, Islamic state.
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Indonesia...Like Fishermen out of Water |
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332 |
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World Report cameras are in tsunami-ravaged Indonesia, where traditional fishermen are having a difficult time returning to their trade. Many have had to repair or re-build their fishing boats, or even buy new ones. They have also had to cope with a drop-off in the fish market because people fear many fish have been feeding on submerged bodies of tsunami victims. And some simply fear another tsunami from the sea.
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Sumatra...Cash for Work Helps Victims Recover |
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331 |
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World Report cameras are in Sumatra as the people recover from the affects of the tsunami. The Cash for Work program gives residents the tools they need to get back to work, and help their community recover. It is a part motivational, part common sense program that helps recovery at many levels.
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Iraq: Freedom Still Depends on Security |
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329 |
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World Report cameras are in Iraq following the national elections, where residents are hoping for stability and peace. There are still countless great challenges for the people of Iraq, but many are now seeing that maintaining their own security is the key to their own freedom.
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England...Fox and Hounds Hassle |
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327 |
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World Report cameras travel to England where a long-time tradition is being legislated out of existence. Legal fox hunts on horseback with a pack of hunting dogs is now forbidden, and many who have hunted this way as a traditional part of their life are angry. The question, as always, is one where some people enjoy their "sport," and others consider it a form of animal cruelty.
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Honduras: A Little Help with a Big Return |
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325 |
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World Report cameras travel to Honduras to observe a unique new program that provides hope to those in the deep cycle of poverty. Villagers are now able to get very small loans that allow them to develop their own small businesses. When it works, it's a rare ticket out of despair.
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Honduras: Hardly Enough to Fix Everything |
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324 |
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Long before the world focused its attention on tsunami relief in South Asia, charitable agencies worked to help Honduras following Hurricane Mitch. HDNet cameras traveled to the Central American nation to see how much has been accomplished, and how much remains to be done now that there are other nation's that need the world's help.
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Middle East: A Change in the Lineup May Mean Peace |
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323 |
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HDNet cameras traveled to the Middle East for the first summit of Israeli and Palestinian leaders following the death of Yasser Arafat. There is fresh hope that the peace process may finally move forward, as it seems all sides are interested in ending the decades of anger and violence.
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Germany: A One-time Army of Occupation is Leaving |
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322 |
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World Report cameras are in Germany where local residents and members of the American military are learning to cope with a proposed change in foreign duty postings. The Pentagon is planning on closing many foreign bases, and ending tours where family members are brought along. Opinions are mixed, as a 60 year tradition seems to be in its closing stages.
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Thailand: Changing Perceptions - Tourism after a Tsunami |
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321 |
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World Report cameras travel to Phuket, where residents are experiencing a financial double hit. The tsunami damaged the area and killed hundreds of people. Then, just as the renowned tourist area is recovering, it finds itself a victim of the worst kind of publicity throughout the world, stopping needed tourism during the usual peak season.
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America: Take this Job and Save It! |
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320 |
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World Report cameras look at the plight of veterans returning from war, hoping to pick up their lives just where they left them. Some employers follow the letter of the law, and have the same job available for the veteran. Other employers seem more focused on the company's bottom line, and try to skirt the law.
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America: This Land is My Land...Isn't it? |
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319 |
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World Report cameras looks at the legal concept of "eminent domain." Properly used, eminentdomain helps keep cities vibrant and growing. But, the fear of being compelled to sell land you want to keep continues to grow as cities use their power of eminent domain merely to increase tax revenues.
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Germany: Military Hospitals, Half-Way Home |
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318 |
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HDNet cameras are in American military hospitals in Germany where wounded soldiers from Iraq are taken for advanced care. Many injured American troops now survive their injuries because of medical advances. But the question remains, are they ready for life with limitations and are other Americans ready to deal with them?
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New Mexico: Attacking a Town Helps American Soldiers |
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317 |
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HDNet cameras travel to a small town in New Mexico that is attacked nearly every day by American soldiers. The attacks are always realistic, but they are not real. Instead, this locale provides the most authentic combat scenarios to help American soldiers deal with the reality that is the war in Iraq.
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Indonesia: Finally a Drop to Drink |
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316 |
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HDNet cameras are in post-tsunami Indonesia as the nation tries to recover from the widespread devastation. One key to limiting illness among the residents is the restoration of sources of pure water. Americans who have traveled to Indonesia to help, despite fears of American colonialism, have brought with them a new and portable water purification system that is making a significant difference for the people of Indonesia.
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The Ukraine...The Aftermath of the Orange Revolution |
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315 |
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HDNet cameras are in the Ukraine as the population settles down after one of the strangest elections in the post Soviet Union era. There was the first election with voting irregularities, followed by a more believable re-vote, all complicated with charges of poisoning of one of the candidates.
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