Entire Program - March 26, 2010

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Highlights of Today's Show

Uptown Radio reports on the ongoing settlement disputes in Jerusalem, an underground music movement in Brooklyn, the European economy and more.

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Around New York City

Isabelle Schaefer has today's top local stories.

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Hundreds Gather for Peaceful Demonstrations in East Jerusalem

East Jerusalem Muslims protest restrictions for entry into Al Aqsa Mosque during Friday prayers. Sanaz Meshkinpour reports.

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Isreali Settlement Controversy

Host Gisela Perez speaks with a Jerusalem-based journalist about Isreal's recent announcement to add 1,600 new units to an East Jerusalem settlement.

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MTA Crisis Prompts Alternatives

Could cab sharing or express bus lanes be the answer to the MTA's budget deficit? James de Mellow reports.

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U.S. Tourism Declines in 2009

Rebecca Thomas reports on the Travel Promotion Act, which was signed into law on March 4.

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Poll Results For Upcoming Elections

The latest Marist poll report shows how each party will fare in the wake of this year's high-profile scandals. Ayza Omar Reports.

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Concert Series Brings 'Forbidden' Music to the Stage

Christopher Livesay reports on an Iranian group in Brooklyn that is performing music that is banned in their home country. Iranians back home get to enjoy the music via Web cameras.

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News Update

 Lindsay Dunsmuir has the top headlines from around the U.S. and the world.

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Medical Students: Challenges Ahead, Despite Health Care Reform

Future health care providers face a new, uncertain reality. Kirk Klocke reports.

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NYC Residents React to Health Care Reform

Isabelle Schaefer found some people who think health care reform in its current state is a good thing but has a long way to go. Others fear the cost of the new bill will lead to a greater tax burden.

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Discussion on 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'

Host Jen Howard's guest says the military's policy may be a big step from the Pentagon's point of view, but for people in uniform there is still much to be done to achieve equality and tolerance among all the armed services.

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Census Participation Low in NYC

Uptown Radio reporter Zack Seward discovers some of the reasons why so few New Yorkers are turning in their census forms; they include illiteracy and apathy about the importance of getting an accurate population count.

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State Contends With $9 Billion Budget Deficit

Gov. Patterson asks Lt. Gov. Richard Ravitch to come up with a solution. Katherine Simon Reports.

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Bhutanese Immigrants Find a Home in New York City

Christopher Livesay reports on a community of people who are carving out a new life for themselves here because their government doesn't recognize them as citizens.

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Good Samaritan ... Not So Good?

 After a recent mishap, Ayza Omar now keeps a close eye on her cell phone.

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  • Executive Producer: James DeMellow
  • Director: Christopher Livesay
  • Senior Producer: Sara Bertin
  • Senior Editor: Bill Weisbrod
  • Hosts: Jen Howard and Gisela Perez
  • Day Reporters: Katherine Simon
  • Board Operator: Rebecca Thomas
  • Studio Producer: Solomon Adebayo
  • Producers: Sanaz Meshkinpour
  • Newscasters: Isabelle Schaefer and Lindsay Dunsmuir
  • Webcasters: Kirk Klocke
  • Advisors: John Dinges, Diantha Parker, Rick Karr and Michele Hoos
  • Others: Special thanks for technical assistance from Craig Hettich and Jason Gambrell; also assistance from digital media fellow Michele Hoos
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