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No More Smuggling: Many Cured Italian Meats Coming To America

NPR | May 17, 2013 8:36 a.m.

A change in import rules will soon give Americans the chance to savor a whole new world of salumi.

Documenting Life Beyond The Killing Fields

NPR | May 17, 2013 8:24 a.m.

Pete Pin explores the Cambodian diaspora to heal wounds left by Pol Pot and the Killing Fields.

From The Heart Of Egypt's Revolt, The Pulse Of Artistic Life

NPR | May 16, 2013 5:34 p.m.

A recent arts festival in Cairo is an attempt to revitalize a once-glorious cultural hub.

Gerard Depardieu To Star In Two Chechnya-Based Films

NPR | May 16, 2013 4:20 p.m.

The actor became a Russian in January after he denounced a proposed new tax on the rich in France.

Heavy Metal In Kabul? It's The Music, Not The Munitions

NPR | May 16, 2013 6:35 a.m.

Afghan American finds "crazy metal and dub step" on Kabul music scene that's "alive and breathing."

A Songwriter And An Army Dad Share One Touching Story

NPR | May 15, 2013 4:52 p.m.

"I Drive Your Truck" is a No. 1 country hit, and a tribute to the man who unwittingly inspired it.

Samoans Await The Return Of The Tasty Turkey Tail

NPR | May 14, 2013 2:41 p.m.

Samoa is lifting its import ban on turkey tails because it violates World Trade Organization rules.

Tiny Mites Spark Big Battle Over Imports Of French Cheese

NPR | May 14, 2013 12:28 p.m.

Cheese mites give Mimolette its distinctive taste — and, says FDA, make it unfit for consumption.

With Warming Climes, How Long Will A Bordeaux Be A Bordeaux?

NPR | May 14, 2013 12:25 p.m.

Climate change is already creating new winners among Europe's wine regions. Will old ways melt away?

How Swedish Malort Became Chicago's Mascot Bitter Drink

NPR | May 10, 2013 3:43 p.m.

After Swedish immigrants moved out of the city, malört was adopted by different ethnic groups.

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