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Thursday, April 06, 2006

Haiti and the Dominican Republic share the same small island, but they're worlds apart in many ways. On today's Underreported: why the two Caribbean nations have such a volatile relationship. Plus, the tragedy of Pan Am Flight 103. We'll also find out how oysters have shaped the development of New York City. And Cal Ripken, Jr.! He's troubled by excessive competiveness in youth sports these days, and wants to bring back the fun for kids.

Underreported: Haiti and the Dominican Republic: Uneasy Neighbors on One Small Island

On today's Underreported, a look into the history of discrimination against Haitians in the Dominican Republic, and why the two neighbors are so culturally and politically different. Leonard talks to Dr. Edward Paulino, professor of history at CUNY's John Jay College; and Julissa Reynoso, an attorney and activist in New ...

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The Boy Who Fell Out of the Sky

Ken Dornstein on how his life changed after his brother David died on Flight 103. His new book is »The Boy Who Fell Out of the Sky.

Events:Ken Dornstein will be speaking and signing books
Thursday, April 6 at 7 pm
Lincoln Center Barnes and ...

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History on the Half Shell

Before New York City was the Big Apple, it could have been called the Big Oyster. Mark Kurlansky writes about the oyster's influence on New York in The Big Oyster.

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Cal Ripken, Jr.: How to Parent Young Athletes

Cal Ripken, Jr. retired from baseball in 2001. He's been coaching kids in the sport ever since. His new book is »Parenting Young Athletes the Ripken Way: Ensuring the Best Experience for Your Kids in Any Sport.

Events:Cal Ripken will be signing books
Friday, April 7 ...

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