VOA标准英语2009年-Philippines Prays for Ailing Former Presid

Prayers and masses are being held across the Philippines for the recovery of cancer-stricken former President Corazon Aquino. The democracy icon is battling colon cancer. Devotees, supporters of former Philippine President Corazon 'Cory' Aquino atte

VOA标准英语2009年-UNICEF Concerned About Displaced Children

The U.N. Children's Fund says it is deeply concerned about the condition of thousands of children who have been displaced by conflict in northwestern Pakistan. UNICEF says children are in urgent need of health, education and other services. Displace

VOA标准英语2009年-Poll Gives Netanyahu Positive Marks Despit

Israel's new right-wing government is about to complete its first 100 days in power, a period marked by tension with Washington over how to advance the peace process with the Palestinians. But the Israeli public is showing cautious support for the n

VOA标准英语2009年-Thai Government Criticizes Campaign for Ro

Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has criticized moves to seek a royal pardon for exiled leader Thaksin Shinawatra. The campaign comes soon after by-election victories by pro-Thaksin politicians. Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva on Friday said t

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Prepares for Russia Summit, G8, Afri

U.S. President Barack Obama is preparing for another round of international travel. He leaves Washington Sunday evening for a Moscow summit on arms control, followed by the annual Group of Eight Meeting in Italy, and what is sure to be an emotional

VOA标准英语2009年-Niger President Facing Opposition to Exten

Political opponents of Niger's President Mamadou Tandja say they are determined to block a referendum to extend his rule. The White House says it is concerned about President Tandja ruling by decree after dissolving a constitutional court that said

VOA标准英语2009年-Massive US Offensive Targets Taliban in So

The U.S. military in Afghanistan launched a major offensive in Taliban-controlled parts of southern Afghanistan Thursday, the first such operation under U.S. President Barack Obama's revamped strategy to defeat an increasingly violent Taliban insurg

VOA标准英语2009年-India's Youngest Cabinet Ministers Look to

Despite the election of younger heads of government in such countries as Britain, France, Germany, Japan and the United States, the face of politics in India is still one of relative seniority. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who has heart trouble, i

VOA标准英语2009年-WHO Says Monsoon Season Increases Health R

The World Health Organization warns about two-million internally displaced people in Pakistan's Swat Valley are at increased risk of getting ill during the upcoming monsoon season. The World Health Organization said it may not be able to help all th

VOA标准英语2009年-Croatia Facing Turmoil as Prime Minister S

Croatia is facing political turmoil, after Prime Minister Ivo Sanader suddenly resigned, citing personal reasons. Mr. Sanader's announcement comes amid economic concerns in the country that has been trying to join the European Union. Outgoing Croati

VOA标准英语2009年-Britain Rolls Out New Flu Strategy

Containing the H1N1 virus in Britain is no longer an option and the country is moving to a new treatment phase. Health Secretary Andy Burnham outlined the new approach, effective immediately, which includes doctors diagnosing and prescribing medicat

VOA标准英语2009年-Italy's Earthquake Zone to Host G-8 Summit

Italy hosts top world leaders this week for the G-8 summit of major industrialized nations. These meetings are held every year, but this year's site is somewhat unusual in that the summit takes place in a part of central Italy that was struck by a d

VOA标准英语2009年-Iran's Supreme Leader Blasts Alleged 'West

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is blasting Western leaders for their alleged meddling in Iran's internal affairs, threatening to respond with a Iron fist. The latest saber-rattling from Khamenei comes amid increasing talk of internal d

VOA标准英语2009年-US, Russia Agree on Framework for Arms Dea

U.S. President Barack Obama and Russian President Dmitri Medvedev have approved a framework for a major new arms-control agreement. They made the announcement as they wrapped up summit talks in Moscow. Presidents Barack Obama (l) and Dmitri Medvedev

VOA标准英语2009年-Australia's Aborigines at Risk as Swine Fl

As the number of swine flu cases in Australia soars past 4,500, new research indicates that indigenous people may be more susceptible to the contagious virus, compounding an array of existing health conditions. The findings have been detailed in the

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Calls on Americans to 'Summon Spirit

On U.S. Independence Day, President Barack Obama is calling on Americans to remember the spirit of the nation's founders, and to embrace his domestic initiatives. Republican Senator John McCain, meanwhile, wants stronger U.S. language against Iran's

VOA标准英语2009年-UN Chief Begins Talks with Burmese Militar

United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is meeting with Burma's top military ruler, General Than Shwe. He is urging the general to release political prisoners, including opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon (L)me

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama Arrives in Moscow for Talks With Med

U.S. President Barack Obama has arrived in Moscow for talks with Russian leaders, expected to focus largely on arms control. President Barack Obama (R), his daughters Malia (2R), and Sasha and his wife Michelle Obama are seen on their arrival at Mos

VOA标准英语2009年-Somali Government Dismisses al-Shabab Ulti

Somalia's U.N.-backed government has dismissed an ultimatum issued by the country's al-Shabab extremist group for government forces to surrender their weapons within five days. Somali leaders are counting on the arrival of more African Union peaceke

VOA标准英语2009年-Obama En Route to Russia Summit

U.S. President Barack Obama has left Washington for Moscow - the first stop on an international journey that will also include the Group of Eight Summit in Italy and Mr. Obama first visit while in office to Africa. President Barack Obama, Michelle O