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| Ukraine - The Politics Of Football
- 31' min 41'' sec [8 May 2012]
Pressure grows on Ukraine over human rights record |
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Ukraine is facing a growing international boycott over the jailing of Tymoshenko and the racist violence that has plagued Euro 2012. We take a look inside a state riddled with corruption and abuse. Sometimes referred to as the 'Wild East', in the Ukraine power lies in the hands of the super rich, critical journalism is silenced and people are routinely tortured by police. The flimsy charges against ex-PM Tymoshenko also points to a network of government bribery where "everyone keeps silent". UEFA boss Platini has refused to comment on the political maelstrom, but others argue that, "even in football there are basic values. They should speak up if the country hosting has no fairness." KRO (Ref: 5506) | |
| Egypt - The Generals Strike Back
- 13' min 39'' sec [8 May 2012]
Cairo clashes damage moderate Islamist election hopes |
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The bloodiest week in Egypt since the football massacres may have dramatically altered its political balance. With shocking footage, this powerful report gets inside the fresh turmoil threatening elections. "The people want to execute the Field Marshall!", a crowd of Salafis shout as they march in the street. Just months ago they were celebrating their surprisingly strong showing in the parliamentary elections. But after the disqualification of their preferred candidate, Hazem Abu Ismail, they've taken to the streets. Up to this point the military had portrayed themselves as a neutral force protecting the people. But as the army floods in to crush a week-long sit-in, it's not an image the protesters buy into. "The thugs who attacked us were from the army." As the dramatic scenes in this report show, the military junta engaged in violent street battles with the protesters. "Where is the clinic?" a man shouts as he helps an injured protester, who has blood streaming from his head. But make-shift clinics were trampled and the injured abandoned in the mad rush to escape the army's thugs. Some well-timed state TV propaganda has fueled a number of people turning against the Salafis and other Islamist groups. Meanwhile, the military junta continues its violent oppression: "Nothing has changed. The military council, that's Mubarak's council." Reed Lindsay and Jihan Hafiz (Ref: 5505) | |
| Vanuatu - The Real Piggy Bank
- 15' min 03'' sec [8 May 2012]
Thriving economy abandons cash for commodities |
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With the Western world rocked by economic turmoil, we explore an alternative financial system that's secure, stable and has stood the test of time. In Vanuatu, a different approach to money is thriving. According to the UN Vanuatu is one of the world's least developed countries, but no one goes hungry there. When they need money they simply make their own. "The only thing we need money for is to pay for salt, soap and kerosene." School fees and medical bills are paid in exchange with local produce, woven mats and pigs."Pigs tusks can hold their value against any other form of currency." On the island of Pentecost the bank accepts deposits of pig tusks and claims to have reserves of $1.4 million. As the world frets about the fragility of its financial system, "Vanuatu is ready to teach all the other countries the road to a good life." SBS (Ref: 5507) | |
| Greece - Casualties of the Crisis
- 27' min 55'' sec [27 February 2012]
France and Greece bring fresh uncertainty to Eurozone |
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Voters in Greece and France have brought new uncertainty to the debt crisis and its bailout measures. As Greek Leftists try for an anti-austerity cabinet, we look at the grassroots of the country's plight. In recent months ordinary Greeks have watched their lives disintegrate."I'm angry with the politicians, the government, the whole of Europe", rages an Athenian taxi driver. Even the middle classes are relying on handouts and local businesses are struggling to keep up with the government's financial demands. "We cannot put up with anymore. This is not tax, this is extortion", says a drinks distributor. ORF (Ref: 5440) | |
| Kenya - Abandon the Knife
- 31 min 32'' sec [16 May 2011]
Award-winning report fresh insight to FGM controversy |
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This outstanding film lays bare the complex issues at the heart of the struggle over female circumcision. Winner of best single episode documentary at The Webby Awards 2012 and finalist at the Rory Peck Awards. Nancy is about to face a terrifying transition to womanhood. "My parents are putting pressure on me to get cut, but I am refusing". Nancy is bright, ambitious and determined to break this painful tradition that has brutalised women for generations. A moving story of remarkable bravery, the bold actions of Nancy and other girls have started to shatter taboos in their communities, offering a new freedom for young Kenyans.  Winner - The Webby Awards, Documentary Individual Episode
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