Former Military Officer Fights African Poachers Former Military Officer Fights African Poachers
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Ofir Drori is a former Israeli military officer, who says he fell in love with Africa when he was a teenager. Today, his work in the region is putting poachers and traffickers of endangered species behind bars. He now lives in Cameroon and is the co-author of a new book called "The Last Great Ape". He spoke to VOA's Mariama Diallo during a recent visit to Washington.
Survival of Portuguese Health Care Questioned Survival of Portuguese Health Care Questioned
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But big spending cuts were a condition of the country's recent bailout, and hospitals are cutting salaries and getting rid of staff. In short, Portuguese citizens have to pay more to see the doctor.
Egyptian Presidential Hopeful Morsi Promises Islamic, Inclusive Future Egyptian Presidential Hopeful Morsi Promises Islamic, Inclusive Future
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Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood says it's candidate, Mohamed Morsi, has taken the lead in the nation's first post-revolution presidential election. VOA's Jeff Seldin takes a closer look at Morsi and his vision for Egypt's future.
\ 'Solar Suitcase' Aids Doctors in Developing World
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The World Health Organization says the number of women who die from pregnancy and childbirth has been cut in half over the last twenty years. While that is an encouraging development, about half a million mothers still die every year. VOA's Linda Ringe tells us about a California doctor and her husband who are helping to save women's lives with an ingenious invention.
Iran Nuclear Talks Stall Again Iran Nuclear Talks Stall Again
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Two days of nuclear talks in Baghdad between Iran and six major world powers produced no breakthroughs to ease international concerns over Tehran's alleged covert nuclear weapons program. Both sides agreed to meet again next month in Moscow. But as VOA's Brian Padden reports, it is unclear whether Tehran is ready to make concessions.
On Assignment 25 May On Assignment 25 May
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Segments: Sudan 1:00, Afghan Women 9:40, Burma Pipeline 15:50, Brazil 21:00, Cambodian Photographer, 24:45
Egypt\ Egypt's Conservative Rural Vote Appears Split
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Official results from Egypt's historic presidential election are not expected until next week, but early speculation is showing a race too close to call. VOA's Elizabeth Arrott and Japhet Weeks report from the village of Kafr Kandil that the rural vote appears as divided as it is elsewhere
Affordable Housing Growing Scarce in US Affordable Housing Growing Scarce in US
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Housing advocates say affordable housing is growing scarce in the United States with fewer people able to own their own homes and rents rising. VOA's Jeff Swicord tells about private efforts in the nation's capital to help people find safe, clean places to live.
Burma: US, EU Investment Will Not Weaken China Economic Ties Burma: US, EU Investment Will Not Weaken China Economic Ties
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Burma is open for new foreign investment following the suspension of European and U.S. sanctions against the military-led government. VOA State Department correspondent Scott Stearns reports on how those new investments affect Burma's economic reliance on China.
Tanzanian Boxer Strives to Win Olympic Gold Tanzanian Boxer Strives to Win Olympic Gold
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Selemani Kidunda, 28, will be competing in 69-kilogram welterweight class in London
Kenyan Vivian Cheruiyot Ready for Olympic Gold Kenyan Vivian Cheruiyot Ready for Olympic Gold
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Kenyan athletes are known as some of the best runners in the world. Chief among them is Vivian Cheruiyot, who holds the Kenyan women record in the 5,000 meters and is expected to take home medals this year at the London Olympics. Jill Craig caught up with Vivian during her training in Eldoret, the heartland of Kenyan running.
Greeks Face Decisive Vote as Anti-German Sentiment Soars Greeks Face Decisive Vote as Anti-German Sentiment Soars
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Greek voters return to the polls in a few weeks to cast their ballots in a repeat election that could decide their future in the eurozone. With a Greek exit from the euro being openly discussed in European capitals, there are fears of bank runs. As Henry Ridgwell reports from Athens, there are few signs that Greek voters will deliver a different result the second time around.
Facebook IPO Results in Lawsuit; Investigation Facebook IPO Results in Lawsuit; Investigation
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The recent, initial public offering of Facebook stock thrilled many traders on Wall Street and investors around the world. But now, a regulatory investigation and a major lawsuit hang over that publicized public offering. VOA's Carolyn Presutti has the details.
London Underwhelmed by Olympic Fever London Underwhelmed by Olympic Fever
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The Summer Olympics start in London in just two months (July 27), and while interest has started to build a little, VOA's Al Pessin reports the city is not overflowing with excitement.
Yoga in the Nairobi Slums Provides Empowerment, Hope Yoga in the Nairobi Slums Provides Empowerment, Hope
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Daily life in the slums of Nairobi is a constant struggle - with people trying to scrape together money for food, rent, and school fees. And the slums were most affected by the 2007 Kenyan post-election violence. Yoga wouldn't appear to be the most obvious solution to helping these residents, but the Africa Yoga Project is trying to do just that. Jill Craig has more for VOA from Nairobi
Egyptians Flock to Polls for Historic Election Egyptians Flock to Polls for Historic Election
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Egyptians are taking part in a historic election, having an unprecedented say in choosing their next president. VOA's Elizabeth Arrott has more from Cairo on this key step in Egypt's post-revolution transition.
Syrian Smugglers\ Syrian Smugglers' Operations Booming in Jordan
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As violence has intensified in Syria, the smuggling business has boomed. A recent trip by Alex Pena for VOA to northern Jordan near the Syrian border showed how the dangerous practice of dissidents smuggling food and medicine to injured and famished people in Syria is thriving.
NATO Approves Plans to Transfer Combat Operations in Afghanistan NATO Approves Plans to Transfer Combat Operations in Afghanistan
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NATO leaders have formally approved plans to transfer combat operations in Afghanistan to Afghan security forces by the middle of 2013. However, an agreement to reopen NATO supply lines through Pakistan never materialized at the alliance's recent summit in Chicago VOA correspondent Meredith Buel reports.
US Ambassador Crocker to Step Down from Afghan Post US Ambassador Crocker to Step Down from Afghan Post
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The U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan, Ryan Crocker, confirmed with what he called regret his plans to step down from his position in the coming months. VOA's Sean Maroney has more on the veteran American diplomat.
Egyptian Women Look at Prospects Under New Leaders Egyptian Women Look at Prospects Under New Leaders
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Egypt's new political era is inspiring some women to become more assertive of their rights, even as others worry a possible Islamist victory in this week's presidential election could curtail them. VOA's Elizabeth Arrott has more from Cairo.
Americans Support Darfur Refugee Soccer Team Americans Support Darfur Refugee Soccer Team
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Football players from the Darfur region of Sudan plan to compete in the VIVA Cup, an international competition that will begin in Erbil, in the Kurdish region of Iraq, on June 4. As VOA's Mike O'Sullivan reports, supporters of the all-refugee team, Darfur United, have been working from California to make it happen.
Baha\ Baha'is Mark Centenary of Visit to America by Religious Leader
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Baha'is are celebrating the 100-year anniversary of a visit to the United States by Abdu'l Baha, the son of their founding prophet. The Baha'i faith was founded in Iran, but its adherents believe America has a special spiritual destiny. VOA's Jerome Socolovsky has more.