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Malta divorce report

Aug 15th, 2006

Malta divorce report

Matthew Brunwasser reports from the Mediterranean island of Malta — where divorce is not an option for troubled marriages. Malta’s conservative Catholic society does allow married couples to separate — but they can’t re-marry.

Bulgarian Gypsy transvestite pop-folk star

Aug 2nd, 2006

Bulgarian Gypsy transvestite pop-folk star

When it comes to popular music in Bulgaria, it’s Chalga. Chalga is a blend of eastern Turkish rhythms, western pop and local folk music. The King of Chalga is a singer named Azis. He’s a controversial figure. Many Bulgarians love him, but he also inspires a lot of animosity. Matthew Brunwasser has today’s Global Hit.