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India struggling with role of the guru in changing society

In India, the guru has long been a spiritual leader. Now, however, times are changing and they’re assuming a more political or psychological role. Yet, some in India remain uneasy.

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Lifestyle & Belief

Dalai Lama Cancels South Africa Visit Because of Visa Trouble

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Dalai Lama’s White House visit invokes the ire of Chinese government

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This week’s agenda: Dalai Lama’s White House visit, US-Islamic world forum

Global Politics
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Global Hit: Guru

Arts, Culture & Media

The World’s Emma Kwesiga Lydersen meets up with US hip-hop legend Guru. He’s been touring the world and bringing home some musical souvenirs.

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Dalai Lama visits U.S.

Conflict & Justice

The World’s Matthew Bell reports on the Dalai Lama’s visit to Seattle where the Tibetan spiritual leader is appearing at the University of Washington, and questions have been raised on whether he’s able to speak freely while there.

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US wants China to speak to Dalai Lama

Global Politics

US officials are calling on China to ease up on the protesters in Tibet, and to open a dialogue with the Dalai Lama, but as The World’s Matthew Bell reports, there are no signs of dialogue breaking out any time soon.

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Tibetans’ failed attempts to start a revolution

Arts, Culture & Media

Anchor Lisa Mullins asks author Tim Johnson, “Why the Dalai Lama hasn’t been able to accomplish for Tibetans what protestors in Egypt and Tunisia have accomplished for themselves.”

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