VOA英语2010年-Angel Investors Keep Cash Close to Home

One way some Americans avoided steep losses in the stock market in recent years was by making unusual alternative investments in small farms and food businesses. These so-called angel investors are organizing loose networks to match their money with

VOA英语2010年-Tumeric Might Give Your Brain a Kick

Tumeric doesn't just add a little spice to your food, it could also give your brain a jolt. Researchers find that the widely used spice might contain compounds which can help prevent neurological diseases. Many medicines have come from nature. Both a

VOA英语2010年-California Center Offers Support

Many of the chronically homeless suffer from mental illness, and experts say that psychiatric treatment is an important step in resolving their homelessness. The challenge is -- finding a place for them to live and getting them into treatment. On any

VOA英语2010年-'Love You Found Me' Offers Something for Eve

Meet the so-called Babyface of Smooth Jazz, guitarist, singer and songwriter Paul Brown, whose tireless work as a producer opened the door to his acclaimed solo career. Paul's latest recording features some of his closest friends and collaborators. P

VOA英语2010年-Writer Explores Complexity of Middle East Co

The Middle East Conflict has raged for generations, frustrating mediators and diplomats. How could one person make a positive difference? Gregory Levey tried, and titled the book about his effort, How To Make Peace In The Middle East In Six Months Or

VOA英语2010年-Pregnant Women Who Take Iron

New research reinforces the importance of prenatal iron supplementation for good birth outcomes and continued good health for growing children. Research over the past 20 years have pointed to the importance of micronutrients - substances found in sma

VOA英语2010年-A Gloomy Christmas for Cameroon Traders

This Christmas is far from merry for some in Cameroon. Traders are grumbling over lagging sales, families say inflation and lagging wages are stifling their holiday and religious authorities complain the season has become too commercial. Christmas is

VOA英语2010年-Glory, Drama Mark Path of Piano Virtuoso

For sheer drama and poignancy, real life stories sometimes outshine fiction. Consider the case of piano virtuoso Leon Fleisher. In 1966, at the height of a phenomenal international career, a medical condition called focal dystonia cost him the use of

VOA英语2010年-Greatest Comic Super-Heroes Came Alive in On

Stan Lee is the creative force behind some of the world's greatest comic-book super-heroes. He created iconic characters such as Spiderman, the X-men, Incredible Hulk and Captain America. For 70 years, Lee has led fans into a world where heroes with

VOA英语2010年-In Malawi, Traditional Dance Called ‘Wicke

Nyau is a secret society whose membership is usually open only to the Chewas in central Malawi. The tribe is mainly known for Gule wankulu, or Nyau -- literally its big dance, performed by masked men called spirits. It's restricted to the men of the

VOA英语2010年-US Economic Momentum Continues

More signs that the US economy is moving in the right direction: The US Labor Department says new claims for unemployment benefits declined last week, dropping below 400,000 for the first time since July 2008. Other data also shows that businesses ex

VOA英语2010年-Wood Revolution Comes to Washington

An exhibit at the Smithsonian's Renwick Gallery in Washington D.C. is featuring turned and carved wood by some of America's best known craftsmen. The exhibit, donated to the museum by husband and wife collectors, is considered one of the most importa

VOA英语2010年-Vatican Cracks Down on Financial Loopholes

The Pope has signed into law new rules aimed at making the financial dealings of the Vatican Bank more transparent. The move comes as the bank is being investigated over money laundering claims. The Vatican is setting up a financial watchdog to monit

VOA英语2010年-Former Israeli President Convicted of Rape

A panel of Israeli judges has found former President Moshe Katsav guilty of rape and other sex crimes against several women. Mr. Katzav, who served from 2000 until 2007, faces a possible sentence of up to 16 years in prison. Moshe Katzav had turned d

VOA英语2010年-Remembering Jazz 'Ambassador' Dr. Billy Tayl

Jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and educator Dr. Billy Taylor died of heart failure December 28 in New York City. He was 89. Dr. Taylor was also an author, lecturer, radio and television commentator, and an international ambassador of jazz. When he

VOA英语2010年-Coen Brothers Bring New Perspective

Oscar-winners Joel and Ethan Coen set their sights on a classic American western novel for their new film: a story of outlaws and lawmen, murder, retribution and redemption .....a story that was made into a movie once before. Here's a look at the Coe

VOA英语2010年-Early HIV Treatment Saves Lives

A review of the guidelines for HIV treatment in poor countries finds priority should go to starting that treatment early. What we learned from a clinical standpoint, as well as a cost-effective standpoint, is that earlier anti-retroviral therapy impr