VOA标准英语2009年-Casualties Mount as Fighting in Gaza Escalates

Fighting escalated in Gaza a day after an Israeli ground offensive into the Palestinian territory. Israel confirms one of its soldiers has been killed and 30 wounded, and medical officials in Gaza say more than 30 Palestinians have been killed since

VOA标准英语2009年-Israeli Troops Invade Gaza, Fighting Continues

Fighting between Israeli forces and Hamas militants has been reported from several areas in Gaza after Israel launched a ground offensive into the Palestinian territory Saturday evening. Israel says 30 of its troops have been wounded, two seriously

VOA标准英语2009年-Seven People Killed in Kashmir Violence

Fighting between suspected Muslim militants and Indian troops in a forest area of Indian administered Kashmir has entered its fourth day on Sunday. The violence close to the line of control has claimed seven lives, including three security personnel

VOA标准英语2009年-US Lawmakers Probe Alleged Multi-Billion Dollar

A U.S. congressional committee on Monday held the first of what is expected to be numerous hearings on an alleged massive financial fraud by New York asset manager Bernard Madoff. Bernard Madoff (file photo) Madoff is alleged to have defrauded billi

VOA标准英语2009年-UN's Ban Calls Gaza Suffering 'Heartbreaking'

U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has become the first international leader to visit the Gaza Strip following Israel's 22-day offensive. Israeli troops continue to pull out of the battered enclave, where Palestinian medical officials say 1,300 peop

VOA标准英语2009年-Arab Summit in Kuwait Ends in Discord

Arab leaders tried to patch over their differences as a two-day summit in Kuwait drew to a close, but the Gaza conflict appears to have exacerbated the tensions. Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia, Sheikh Al Sabah, Amir

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Has First Full Day as President

President Barack Obama began his first full day in office with a prayer service at Washington's National Cathedral. The ecumenical prayer service preceded what is expected to be a busy day focusing on national security and economic matters. Presiden

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Orders Guantanamo Prison Closed Within On

In a major reversal of Bush administration policies, President Barack Obama has ordered the shutdown of the U.S. terror detention facility at the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base. Mr. Obama has also ordered a review of military trials for terror suspects a

VOA标准英语2009年-Overseas Markets Drop Despite US Presidential C

Despite the excitement the inauguration of Barack Obama generated around the world, overseas markets continued their downward slide. Man walks past electronic stock board in Tokyo, while showing President Obama at inauguration ceremony, 21 Jan 2009

VOA标准英语2009年-Economy Front and Center at Davos World Economi

The Global Financial Crisis will take center stage at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. More than 2,500 participants from 96 countries will convene in this small Alpine village from January 28 to February 1 to search for ways to

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Seeks to Stop Guantanamo Trials

U.S. President Barack Obama is seeking to suspend military trials for terror suspects at the U.S. military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. President Barack Obama Late on Tuesday as party-goers were leaving the festive inaugural balls, President Obam

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Celebrations Give Way to Presidential Rea

Washington celebrated well into the night Tuesday following Barack Obama's inauguration as the 44th president of the United States. But the celebrating quickly gave way to the reality of the problems and challenges facing the new president. Presiden

VOA标准英语2009年-Guantanamo Trials Suspended After Obama Request

.S. military judges in Guantanamo acted quickly Wednesday morning to suspend two of the 21 terrorism trials now in progress, based on a request from the Obama administration. Judges in the other trials are expected to do the same. Image reviewed by

VOA标准英语2009年-Congress Works on Economic Recovery Measure

As President Obama meets with his economic advisers, Congress is moving forward with steps to pass a huge economic recovery package. US Congress With a mid-February deadline for getting legislation to President Obama's desk, the measure was the firs

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Inauguration Resonates for Many South Afr

Millions of South Africans stayed up late Tuesday night to watch live broadcasts of the inauguration of Barack Obama. In cafes, restaurants and private homes, they discussed the message and significance of the event. The inauguration of Barack Obama

VOA标准英语2009年-Russia, Ukraine Open Gas Valves

Russia and Ukraine have resumed the flow of natural gas to Europe, ending a mid-winter standoff that left millions of consumers on the continent without heat or power during 13 days of bitter cold. An official at a metering station owned by Russia's

VOA标准英语2009年-Clinton Takes Over at State Department, Vows to

Former Senator and U.S. First Lady has officially taken up her duties as secretary of state. Clinton told assembled staff members she will depend on the advice of civil servants and work to end an era of divisiveness in Washington. Secretary of Stat

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama to Discuss Iraq, Afghanistan Wednesday

President Obama meets with his national security team, including top military officers, Wednesday to begin to chart a new U.S. policy toward Iraq and Afghanistan. US soldiers celebrate the inauguration of Barack Obama, as the 44th president of the U

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Strikes Serious Yet Hopeful Tone on Econo

President Barack Obama says America's economy is in crisis but can be repaired. America's 44th president struck a determined, but pragmatic tone, on economic matters in his inaugural address. President Barack Obama delivers his inaugural address at

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Honored With Massive Parade After Taking

A carnival atmosphere has engulfed downtown Washington, where more than a million people watched Barack Obama become the 44th President of the United States and America's first African American leader. Mr. Obama took the oath of office on the steps