Nicki Sobecki

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Driven by Drought

NYTimes - July 2011

Having already suffered years of war, many Somalians are now fleeing the most severe drought the region has known in 60 years.

The World's Newest Nation

NYTimes - July 2011

South Sudan has hopes and fears as it declares its independence.

Southern Sudan's Referendum

NYTimes - January 2011

Locals reflect on what the vote to make the region of Southern Sudan fully independent from the rest of the country means to them

The Battle Against AIDS is Failing

NYTimes - May 2010

The battle against AIDS in Africa is beginning to fall apart. Money is running out. While middle-income countries like India and Brazil may be able to save themselves, the future here in the heart of Africa looks bleak.

The Sacred and Secular Mix in Turkey's Museums

NYTimes - May 2010

Turkey's divisions are on display in Istanbul's Museums.

Opening the "death wells" of Turkey

GlobalPost - August 2009

An investigation into a shadowy force suspected of killing PKK supporters has shed light on a recent dark chapter in Turkey's past.