The World's Mary Kay Magistad reports that China's stock market's global influence also highlights its weaknesses. The stock market in Shanghai is less transparent than other markets in Asia, such as the one in Mumbai, India.

Anchor Lisa Mullins has details on a special call that came in to the radio program hosted by Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez...on the line was Cuban leader Fidel Castro.

Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with Paul Solman, Economics correspondent with the The News Hour with Jim Lehrer, who explains how yesterday's stock market tumble in China triggered reaction throughout the world's financial markets.

Anchor Lisa Mullins speaks with Clyde Prestowitz, President of the Economic Strategy Institute, a Washington think-tank influential in the areas of international trade policy, about the global repercussions of yesterday stock market tumble in China.

Anchor Marco Werman tells us about an American and a group of Taiwanese musicians who are redefining the music of the Asian island. They call themselves "A Moving Sound."

Today's answer is Bangkok -- where Thailand's most famous outdoor market...the Chatuchuk Weekend Market...is located.

The World's Jason Margolis reports on the "cradle-to-cradle" design concept. The idea is to manufacture everyday products -- like chalkboards or office chairs -- that can be easily recycled when users are done with them. The man behind the concept is a Virgina architect, and he's winning converts around the world.

Listen to an interview about clothing company Patagonia's new recycling program in Japan.

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Where in the world will we go today?

The Senate Armed Services Committee held a hearing today on global security threats facing the United States. The World's Katy Clark has more.