VOA标准英语2009年-US Economy Shrinks More Than Expected in Fourth

A U.S. government report released Friday shows that output in the U.S. economy fell at a faster pace in the October to December quarter than previously reported. Gross domestic product fell at more than a six percent rate. Hand-lettered sign stands

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Administration Korea Envoy Heading to Reg

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Thursday the new U.S. Special Representative for North Korea Policy Stephen Bosworth will begin his first trip to the region early next week. Bosworth says he thinks North Korea is inclined to continue dialogu

VOA标准英语2009年-US Special Envoy Meets With Turkish Leaders

U.S. Middle East special envoy George Mitchell has met with the president of Turkey Thursday as part of his quest for peace in the region. U.S. Middle-East special envoy George Mitchell, left, is seen with Turkish President Abdullah Gul, center, and

VOA标准英语2010年-Know Where the 'Swamp Thing' Monster C

The state of Florida is best known for its beaches and swaying palm trees. But a good chunk of it is swampland. The famous Everglades, a slow-moving sheet of water full of plants and alligators, cover much of the southern part of the state. To the no

VOA标准英语2010年-Prison-made Handbags Prove Popular Bey

Handbags made by current or former Lebanese prisoners on sale in Sarah Beydoun's Beirut store (file photo) Many women love handbags and purses. They can show a woman's wealth, style and taste, but they don't often have more profound meaning. A Lebane

VOA标准英语2010年-US Scientists Unlock Clues to Mystery

Researchers find circadian clock in Monarch's antenna plays a major role in navigation Shelley Schlender | Michoacn, Mexico 22 March 2010 Scientists believe antennas are critical to the navigation of the Monarch butterfly. Related Links Monarch Watch

VOA标准英语2010年-Lights! Camera! College! Video Essay C

Video adds a personal touch to an often impersonal process Kavitha Cardoza | Washington, DC 22 March 2010 Elsa Vande Vegte's video submission is a favorite of the GMU admissions staff. Related Links George Mason University GMU Videos Paola's video El

VOA标准英语2010年-Iraqis Vote for New Parliament

Iraqis voted Sunday in national elections, despite a string of attacks across the country that left more than 38 people dead. Security is a key issue in the campaign, as whoever leads the new government will oversee the withdrawal of American troops.

VOA标准英语2010年-Obama to Soon Sign Major Health Care R

Health care reform has cleared the U.S. Congress after roughly a year of legislative drama on Capitol Hill. The House of Representatives passed the necessary legislation, on a tight, party-line vote, handing President Barack Obama a crucial victory.

VOA标准英语2010年-Stash of Morning-After Pills May Not R

Providing emergency contraception before it's needed does not affect unwanted pregnancy rate Philip Graitcer | Atlanta, Georgia 22 March 2010 Family planning experts wondered if having emergency contraceptives on hand would prevent unwanted pregnanci

VOA标准英语2010年-New Report Calls for Healthier, Safer,

Joe DeCapua 22 March 2010 A new report says the United States can advance its interests around the world by investing in a strategic global health policy. It says besides saving lives, a new policy could bolster national security and build new partne

VOA标准英语2010年-How We Choose Varies by Culture

New book examines 'The Art of Choosing,' from marriage partners to candy bars Adam Philips | New York 29 March 2010 Related Links: Link to Book Sheena Iyengar Every human being makes thousands, perhaps millions, of choices over the course of a lifeti

VOA标准英语2010年-Guitar Virtuoso Frank Vignola Pays Tri

Doug Levine | Washington 29 March 2010 January 23 marked the 100th birthday of the influential jazz guitarist and composer Django Reinhardt. Today, more than 50 years after his death, musicians are still paying tribute to the man who elevated the gui

VOA标准英语2010年-Cell Biologist Elaine Fuchs: Revolutio

Faiza Elmasry | Washington, DC 29 March 2010 Cell biologist Elaine Fuchs is known for revolutionizing the study of skin and for her support of women in science. Children, Elaine Fuchs says, have a natural fascination with science. She remembers that

VOA标准英语2010年-Muslim Students Bring Food, Conversati

In the southern U.S. state of Florida, a group of American Muslim students is running a non-profit organization called Project Downtown. The project's goal is to help the poor, poor people of all backgrounds and cultures. Our correspondent went down

VOA标准英语2010年-Tea Party Bus Tour Heads for Washingto

Grassroots conservative and libertarian activists gathered in Searchlight, Nevada to advocate for lower taxes and smaller government. Thousands of grassroots conservative and libertarian activists with the Tea Party movement launched a national bus t

VOA标准英语2010年-Community Organization formed by Dr. M

Student Anthony Banks says, My motto is if you look good, you do good and if you do good, good things happen. Dress the part, look the part and act the part February is Black History Month in the United States. The national observance pays tribute to

VOA标准英语2010年-US, Russian Negotiators Near New Nucle

A senior U.S. official says American and Russian negotiators meeting in Geneva are closing in on a deal for a key nuclear disarmament treaty, and the United States Senate would likely ratify it. U.S. Under Secretary for Arms Control and International

VOA标准英语2010年-Academy Announces Oscar Nominations

The competition for Hollywood's highest honors has begun with the announcement Tuesday in Los Angeles of this year's nominations for the 82nd Academy Awards. As expected, James Cameron's $500 million blockbuster Avatar received a Best Picture nominat

VOA标准英语2010年-Agriculture Tops Afghan Reconstruction

The influx of farming aid and experts is expected to be a significant part of the Obama administration's civilian surge accompanying the additional U.S. and allied military forces now flowing into Afghanistan. Tom Vilsack, U.S. agriculture secretary,