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The Mexico-Canada Guest-Worker Program: A Model For The U.S.?

Armando Tenorio at his home in Mexico last December. Tenorio spends most of the year working on a blueberry farm in Canada, on a temporary work permit, to support his family in Mexico. Dominic Bracco II/The Washington Post/Getty Images hide caption

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The Americas

The Mexico-Canada Guest-Worker Program: A Model For The U.S.?

Mexico has sent guest workers to Canada for nearly four decades, filling agriculture jobs that Canadians don't want, with Mexicans who do. Some say the U.S. should consider this model as it looks at overhauling the immigration system.

The Mexico-Canada Guest-Worker Program: A Model For The U.S.?

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As U.S. Consumes Less Cocaine, Brazil Uses More

Brazilian federal police patrol the Mamore River, which separates Brazil from Bolivia. The river is used by traffickers to ferry cocaine from Bolivia into Brazil, where cocaine consumption is rising rapidly. Juan Forero/Getty Images hide caption

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The Americas

As U.S. Consumes Less Cocaine, Brazil Uses More

The cocaine market in the Americas is changing among both producers and consumers. The old model was Colombian cocaine going to the U.S. Now, it's increasingly common for Bolivian cocaine to be headed to Brazil.

As U.S. Consumes Less Cocaine, Brazil Uses More

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Media

'New York Times' The Target Of Chinese Cyber Attack

The New York Times says hackers in China infiltrated the newspaper's computer systems. The Chinese government closely watches and censors Chinese media reports about policy and officials but it is less able to do so with the foreign press. The attack on the Times may signal a tactic that can be used against foreign news organizations.

'New York Times' The Target Of Chinese Cyber Attack

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Africa

France Could Have A Harder Time Getting Out Of Mali Than It Did Dropping In

Audie Cornish talks to Rudolph Atallah, of the Atlantic Council's Africa Center, about the endgame and internationalization of the French military intervention in Mali.

France Could Have A Harder Time Getting Out Of Mali Than It Did Dropping In

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Middle East

Children Among Syria's Most Vulnerable Refugees

Thousands of Syrian refugees continue to flee into Jordan seeking safety and shelter. Melissa Block speaks with Andrew Harper, the head of the UN Refugee Agency in Jordan, who is coordinating efforts in the Al Zaatari Syrian refugee camp, for the latest.

Children Among Syria's Most Vulnerable Refugees

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Africa

Egyptians Grown Weary Of Ongoing Political Clashes

Thousands of people have flooded the streets to protest Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi's government. But millions more are at home, trying to get through each day. Some blame protesters for stalling the transition, the nation and making Egypt an even less attractive place to invest.

Egyptians Grown Weary Of Ongoing Political Clashes

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Middle East

After Benghazi Attack, Improving American Security Abroad

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) told Fox News that Secretary of State Hilary Clinton "got away with murder" for her handling of the attacks on the U.S. consulate in Libya. Ambassador Thomas Pickering, who led the independent investigation into the attacks, talks about the future of diplomatic security.

After Benghazi Attack, Improving American Security Abroad

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Author Interviews

'Distant Witness': Social Media's 'Journalism Revolution'

When protests broke out across North Africa and the Middle East, NPR senior strategist Andy Carvin followed the events in real time online. In his book Distant Witness, Carvin explains how he cultivated social media sources into a new form of journalism where people on the ground controlled the news.

'Distant Witness': Social Media's 'Journalism Revolution'

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Africa

Is Egypt Better Or Worse Off Now?

It's been two years since Hosni Mubarak was ousted as Egypt's President. Today, there's new leadership, but the country is still in turmoil. And some Egyptians wonder if things are changing for the best. Host Michel Martin speaks with NPR Cairo Bureau Chief, Leila Fadel, to learn more about the new Egypt.

Is Egypt Better Or Worse Off Now?

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Africa

Soccer: A Surprising Player In Egypt's Unrest

Violent protests are breaking out in Egypt, just two years after a massive uprising led to the fall of the former dictator. One of the unexpected driving forces is soccer. Host Michel Martin talks to Dave Zirin, sports editor at The Nation about how the sport affects Egypt's political landscape.

Soccer: A Surprising Player In Egypt's Unrest

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Hack Attack On 'New York Times' Looks Like Part Of Chinese Campaign
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The Two-Way

Hack Attack On 'New York Times' Looks Like Part Of Chinese Campaign

Western news outlets that have been reporting on alleged corruption among China's leadership appear to be targeted. The Times says it has been under attack for four months.

From 'Morning Edition': Renee Montagne speaks with reporter Nicole Perlroth

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Africa

Former Salafi Sings About His Identity Crisis

Former Salafi, turned rapper, Omar Kamal left the Salafi fold during Egypt's revolution. He says that when Salafis came out of the dark they showed their hypocrisy. To the rhythm of beat boxing, he uses his lyrics to chronicle his own identity crisis — a crisis that reflects Egypt's struggle to find itself.

Former Salafi Sings About His Identity Crisis

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Middle East

Syria Accuses Israel Of Bombing Its Military Facility

Israel's air force bombed a military facility in western Syria, according to Syrian media. It's a development that could further complicate the already volatile conditions in the region.

Syria Accuses Israel Of Bombing Its Military Facility

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Africa

African Forces Will Be Left To Hang On To French Gains In Mali

The first phase of the French-led military intervention in the West African nation of Mali — to drive out Islamist fighters — appears to be over. Experts warn that most of the African force is not combat-ready for the desert, and is nowhere near prepared to take over from the French.

African Forces Will Be Left To Hang On To French Gains In Mali

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Business

Lenovo Believes PCs Will Still Be Necessary

Chinese computer company Lenovo has become the world's biggest seller of personal computers. Steve Inskeep talks to Vijay Vaitheeswaran, a correspondent for The Economist, about his recent article in the magazine on the rise of Lenovo.

Lenovo Believes PCs Will Still Be Necessary

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