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S2016E107 - "Zimbabwe's #ThisFlag"
Yayinlandi: Jul 19, 2016, 4:30 PM
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The 'dark side' of sports
Al Jazeera's Investigative Unit looked inside the world of sports doping to find a network of medical professionals willing to help athletes stay one step ahead of leagues' anti-doping tests. What should be done to stop athletes from using performance-enhancing drugs?
Jan 4, 2016
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Evolving out loud: Muslims in America
US press coverage of Muslim affairs typically focuses on violent interpretations of Islam or Islamophobia, leaving Muslim Americans little room to assert their understanding of the faith. Who speaks for them, what values are they promoting, and what are the consequences of their efforts?
Jan 5, 2016
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You are what you eat
Food is deeply tied to our culture and our identity. Every place in the world has a dish, an ingredient or a cooking style associated with it. What we eat is an expression of who we are, where we come from and perhaps where we're going. Whether you eat to nourish yourself, as a social activity, or as a way of preserving cultural heritage, we all have stories about our cuisine. On the next Stream we speak to foodies from around the world about what they eat, and why it makes them who they are.
Jan 6, 2016
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Obama takes gun control into his own hands
US President Barack Obama began his final year in office by making gun control and gun safety a top priority for his administration. Through a package of executive actions, Obama is taking the issue into his own hands and bypassing the Republican-led Congress, which has failed to act on gun control despite repeated calls to action.At the top of the executive orders list is an effort to expand background checks on gun sales. The Obama administration wants to force more sellers to register as federally licensed gun dealers in an attempt to limit sellers who avoid the background checks by selling their weapons privately at gun shows or online. Other changes include improving reporting lost or stolen weapons and boosting guns safety technology.This isn't the first time Obama orders executive actions on guns. In 2013 he signed 23 of them on gun safety followed by two in early 2014. Yet, more than 30,000 people die from guns in the US each year and last year, 355 mass shootings took place in 336 days.The new orders, however, are being described as the boldest so far. But Obama's decision to move forward without congressional approval is already generating a political showdown with Republicans who are vowing to undo any actions he takes.So in a country that has by far the highest rates of gun ownership in the world, how much of a difference will Obama's executive orders make?
Jan 7, 2016
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Is social media killing online activism?
Some internet advocates argue that social media companies' algorithms and monetisation schemes are destroying netizens' ability to reach their followers. How is the internet changing as a public forum and what should be done to protect it?
Jan 8, 2016
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The homeopathy controversy
Homeopathy has become a multi-billion-dollar industry, with colleges and pharmacies dedicated to the alternative medicine system. But some scientists say it's quackery, and any improvement is a placebo effect. As India's prime minister is encouraging more alternative medicine, and US and UK authorities are taking aim at the alternative treatments, The Stream digs into the controversy
Jan 12, 2016
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#RefugeeCrisis: Stories of survival and resettling
The new year began in Europe with predictions of a long, harsh winter and a number of countries tightening their border to control the influx of refugees. This has left many in a state of limbo, braving the elements. But it hasn't stopped the thousands fleeing violence, persecution and the search for a better life from reaching Europe's doorstep. Refugees continue to arrive by foot, over land and by sea. And for Syrian refugees and internally displaced, this begins a fifth winter, facing extreme hardship as the conflict rages on.We'll put your questions to the UNHCR's Melissa Fleming on what lies ahead for millions of refugees. Then in the next part of the programme, we'll be joined by families hosting refugees on what it takes to resettle. How are both sides overcoming obstacles like culture and community reaction?
Jan 13, 2016
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The Middle East arms pipeline
Lawyers acting for the Campaign Against Arms Trade (CAAT) have accused the UK government of breaching international law by selling British-made missiles and military equipment to Saudi Arabia which, they say, may have been used against civilians in Yemen. They've prepared a legal letter which warns that the government is failing in its legal obligation to take steps that prevent the violation of international humanitarian law.The letter references the EU Council Common Position on rules governing control of exports of military technology and equipment which require member states to deny export licenses if there is "a clear risk" that exported weapons might be used in violation of international humanitarian law. The rules also require states to deny military exports if there is "likelihood of armed conflict between the recipient and another country". Since PM David Cameron took office, the UK has supplied Saudi Arabia with more than $8 billion worth of weapons. But the British are not the only ones selling arms in the Middle East. The United States is the world leader of major weapons transfers in the region, with sales up 23 per cent according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). In the last five years, they've delivered weapons to at least 94 countries, including Egypt, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Russia has also equipped Syria and Iran with missiles and other military technology. The Russians are reported to be arming Hezbollah as well.As armed conflicts in the Middle East continue to drive the number and deaths and refugees to record-breaking highs, what responsibility lies on the countries that supply the weapons being used? .
Jan 14, 2016
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Is India underestimating its malaria epidemic?
An Al Jazeera America investigation on India's anti-malaria programme raises questions of whether doctored health data may be hurting the country's fight against the mosquito-borne disease. The findings follow a 2010 study that alleged malaria deaths in India may be as much as 13 times higher than a WHO estimate. What's being done to address the data gap, and how is it impacting Indians? Join the conversation at 1930GMT.
Jan 18, 2016
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Tracking tech: Connected and vulnerable?
More than 50 billion objects from TVs to toothbrushes are expected be connected to the Internet in the next four years, collecting data about where and what we're doing. Cross-tracking gadgets is a big business for companies looking to cash-in on our lifestyles, and the technology is evolving faster than privacy laws. Tuesday at 19:30 GMT, The Stream plugs into the Internet of Things and explores the costs of being connected
Jan 19, 2016
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Mixed race
"What are you?" is an often used opening question that doesn't always have a short and simple answer. For people with more than one racial background, identity is a lot more than one word; it's a sentence, a paragraph or a lived experience. As we become a more and more mixed race population world over, racial identity is also becoming more fluid. On the next Stream we'll speak to biracial and multiracial people about their mixed race journey. Join us with your questions and comments at 19:30 GMT
Jan 20, 2016
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Flint's poisoned water
Drinking water for the nearly 100,000 residents of Flint, Michigan has been contaminated with toxic lead. Researchers discovered that children with high lead levels in their blood has doubled. President Barack Obama declared a state of emergency and sent in the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help with relief efforts, which have been focused on the delivery of bottled water.The crisis dates back to April 2014, when the state of Michigan decided to switch water sources as part of cost-saving measures. Flint is a city that has been coping with serious financial struggles for decades. Unemployment is at 16 percent and poverty impacts 42 percent of its residents. The city's population today is less than half of what it was in the 1970s. When the decision to switch the water supply was made, the city was under the control of an emergency financial manager who had sweeping powers.The new source of water, however, was highly corrosive to the city's lead pipes. Residents started complaining that their water looked, smelled and tasted abnormal. They also experienced rashes, hair loss and other health problems. Even a local General Motors facility stopped using the water because it was causing damage to their car parts. But the complaints were ignored for months and city officials insisted the water was safe to drink. It was not until October that state governor Rick Snyder admitted the situation was much worse than he previously thought and announced a plan to revert back to the original water supply.While Snyder has apologised for the crisis, locals are still searching for answers. Despite a federal and state investigation into the mishandling, two lawsuits have already been filed by residents against the governor and other state officials. Join our conversation at 19:30GMT.
Jan 21, 2016
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What's next for Egypt's long revolution?
Five years after a people's movement ousted Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, how has the country changed? Ahead of the January 25 uprising anniversary, authorities have stepped up security, arrested activists and warned the public not to protest. Does Egypt's revolution still have a future? Join the conversation at 1930GMT
Jan 25, 2016
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Deterred from Denmark
Denmark has just enacted one of the toughest measures yet to deter refugees from entering their country. Last week the parliament passed a law to seize assets totaling over $1450 from refugees seeking asylum. Items of "sentimental value" will be exempt. In addition, they will now have to wait three years before applying for their families to join them and their financial support will be cut by 10 percent.Prime Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and his centre-right government have faced tough international criticism, but say the laws have been misrepresented. They add they're needed to balance the budget and support the costs of housing a refugee. Denmark has been considered a top destination for refugees because of generous benefits provided to them by the state. More than 20,000 people are expected to apply for asylum in Denmark this year. Supporters claim these moves will bring refugees in line with Danes seeking government assistance and assure a better future is paid for. One lawmaker said it's an effort to make the country look "less attractive".Anger against the measures has been loud, widespread and polarising among Danes. The UN has said the move may violate international law and that it could fuel fear and xenophobia; they've also expressed concern that the legislation puts even more lives at risk. Critics warn the laws will keep asylum seekers from integrating and move them to the fringes. Some have also said it will have widespread implications across the Schengen Area.
Feb 1, 2016
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Understanding the Zika threat
The World Health Organization has declared the Zika virus a global public health emergency. The mosquito-borne Zika virus has been "spreading explosively" in the Americas. Cases have been reported in 23 countries and an estimated 3-4 million infections are expected in the next year. The virus, which was first detected in the Americas last year, has been linked with brain defects in unborn children and lifelong development issues. Most of those who are infected show no symptoms which makes tracking the virus extremely challenging.As a way to curb its spread, governments in a number of infected countries, including Brazil, Colombia, El Salvador and Ecuador, are advising women to avoid pregnancy. This has reignited the debate around reproductive rights in Latin America, where access to abortion or contraception is either illegal or limited for the most part.There is currently no cure for the Zika virus. A number of institutions are scrambling to develop a vaccine, but it is unlikely to be available for wide scale use for a number of years. In the meantime, to fight the outbreak, many countries are fumigating areas with mosquito breeding grounds. Brazil, which has had nearly 1.5 million reported Zika cases in since May 2015, has promised the deployment of 220,000 troops to assist with the distribution of informational pamphlets and help find areas with dense mosquito populations.While some are sounding the alarm over the Zika outbreak, others are urging calm. Have any comments or questions about this spreading virus? Join our conversation at 19:30 GMT.
Feb 2, 2016
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America's deadly battle with opioids
Every day, 125 Americans die from prescription painkiller and heroin overdoses. The problem is so bad US President Barack Obama has proposed $1.1 billion be spent to fight the crisis. But unlike past drug epidemics riling black communities, opioid addiction surging in white communities is being treated as a disease rather than a crime. How did the US become so hooked on opioids and how can it recover?
Feb 3, 2016
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In Armenia, decades of displacement
Thousands of Armenians were displaced by a deadly 1988 earthquake, but more than 27 years later, why are some families still living in temporary shipping containers? We'll look at what's being done to help these families and discuss the long-term challenges in trying to resettle communities after a natural disaster. Join the conversation at 19:30 GMT.
Feb 4, 2016
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#StreamUpdate: A look at the latest news from stories we're still following
Australia's asylum seekers, fast fashion in Bangladesh and the US' first hijabi Olympic fencer.
Feb 8, 2016
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Iraqi refugees abandon Europe for home
Thousands are giving up on their European dream.
Feb 9, 2016
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The psychology of addiction
If loneliness and stress are drivers of addiction, how can peer support help?
Feb 10, 2016
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The global impact of tax dodging
Are trillions stored in tax havens fueling economic inequality?
Feb 11, 2016
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The Bernie Sanders phenomenon
Young Democrats in the US #FeeltheBern. But is it enough to win the party's presidential nomination?
Feb 15, 2016
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Internet saved?
Indian activists go up against Facebook in the fight for net neutrality.
Feb 16, 2016
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Justice on trial: Sexual assault in Canada
Why do only a small fraction of cases ever see a courtroom?
Feb 17, 2016
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