VOA标准英语2011--New York City Battles Childhood Obesity

New York City Battles Childhood Obesity The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States says every third adult and nearly every fifth child in America is obese. But health officials in New York are touting an aggressive initiative

VOA标准英语2011--After Independence, South Sudan Faces Serious Challenges Ahead

After Independence, South Sudan Faces Serious Challenges Ahead As the euphoria from a hard-won independence subsides, South Sudan now must turn to face enormous development challenges. Meanwhile, the threat of a return to war and outstanding politica

VOA标准英语2011--US, N. Korea Tentative about Future Relations

US, N. Korea Tentative about Future Relations There are still more questions than answers about what comes next for North Korea, as the communist nation mourns the death of long-time leader Kim Jong Il. One question increasingly on the minds of some

VOA标准英语2011--Journalist Overcomes Cancer to Realize Dream

Journalist Overcomes Cancer to Realize Dream Landing a job as a sports journalist is extremely competitive in the United States. It is often perceived as a glamorous life - just hanging out with, and interviewing, athletes and coaches. But for one sp

VOA标准英语2011--Black, Foamy Water Worries Fracking Neighbors

Black, Foamy Water Worries Fracking Neighbors There is a lot of construction near Janet McIntyre's home in southwestern Pennsylvania. It's not new houses, but new industry: 10 gas wells, a compressor station and multiple drilling-waste ponds. The sta

VOA标准英语2011--Charities Spread Holiday Cheer to Poor Children, Homeless

Charities Spread Holiday Cheer to Poor Children, Homeless The Christmas holiday season for many Americans is a time for giving and helping those who are less fortunate. Hundreds of children in this low-income neighborhood come to an annual holiday pa

VOA标准英语2011--'Messiah' Holiday Tradition Marks 44th Year

'Messiah' Holiday Tradition Marks 44th Year The holidays are here, and with them, a crescendo of special music reserved for this season. But along with Jingle Bells, Silent Night and Santa Baby, towers the Messiah. Eighteenth century composer George

VOA标准英语2011--Arab Spring Brought Major Change, Challenges to Middle East

Arab Spring Brought Major Change, Challenges to Middle East The wave of popular uprisings that swept the Arab world were as unexpected as they were cataclysmic. Long-reigning rulers fell, others teeter on the brink, and the region is forever changed.

VOA标准英语2011--Romney Presidential Bid Hinges on Winning Conservative Support

Romney Presidential Bid Hinges on Winning Conservative Support In U.S. politics, voters in the Midwestern state of Iowa begin the presidential selection process January 3 with the Iowa caucuses. Seven Republican contenders will vie for support as Iow

VOA标准英语2011--US Considers Court Martial of Soldier Tied to WikiLeaks

US Considers Court Martial of Soldier Tied to WikiLeaks The U.S. military is considering whether to court-martial an Army analyst blamed for the biggest leak of classified information in American history. During a preliminary hearing that ended on Th

vVOA标准英语2011--Relations Between Washington, Moscow Remain Good

Relations Between Washington, Moscow Remain Good Since the end of the Soviet Union 20 years ago, the United States and Russia have put many of their Cold War animosities behind them. They still have their differences, but they increasingly work toget

VOA标准英语2011--Prescription Drug Abuse Is a Growing U.S. Problem

Prescription Drug Abuse Is a Growing U.S. Problem U.S. health officials say drug abuse is a major cause of death in the United States and that prescription drugs are a big part of the problem. Painkillers and mood-altering medications have left many

美国尝试高科技减肥方法

Americans Try High-Tech Weight Loss Option 美国尝试高科技减肥方法 We Americans have gone nearly certifiably insane over our weight. 我们美国人已经对自己的体重几近疯狂。 It wasnt enough that the government completely re-de

VOA标准英语2011--Brazil Overtakes Britain as World's 6th Largest Economy

Brazil Overtakes Britain as World's 6th Largest Economy A leading economic research group says Brazil has overtaken Britain as the world's sixth-largest economy. The London-based Center for Economics and Business Research says Britain lost out to the

VOA标准英语2011--Vince Gill Returns to Country Charts With 'Guitar Slinger'

Vince Gill Returns to Country Charts With 'Guitar Slinger' Its been five years since Country star Vince Gill appeared on the popularity charts. The Oklahoma native recently made a welcome return with his new album, Guitar Slinger. Guitar Slinger is V

VOA标准英语2011--Russia's Pro-Democracy Protests Cloud Putin's March Election Plan

Russia's Pro-Democracy Protests Cloud Putin's March Election Plan For Vladimir Putin, three months may feel like a political lifetime. The sudden rise of Russias democracy movement is posing the biggest challenge yet to his 12-year strongman rule. It

VOA标准英语2011--Discounts Boost US Holiday Sales

Discounts Boost US Holiday Sales American consumers may be feeling a little more upbeat about the economy. The nation's Consumer Confidence Index rose almost 10 points in December to 64.5, the highest level since April. The renewed optimism appears t

VOA标准英语2011--US Presidential Candidates Struggle Ahead of Iowa Caucus

US Presidential Candidates Struggle Ahead of Iowa Caucus The United States elects its president in just a little more than 11 months. But before the general election, the Republican party must first select a nominee, who will run against current Pres

VOA标准英语2011--Music Store Sets Beat for Austin Music Scene

Music Store Sets Beat for Austin Music Scene Music thrives in Austin, Texas, where the industry brings in around $1 billion to the city every year. Musicians flood the city in droves and nearly every night there are live performances. Over the past t

VOA标准英语2011--Silent Movie Speaks of Romance

Silent Movie Speaks of Romance Hollywood's finest offerings often appear during the holiday season. This year, one of them is Michel Hazanavicius' The Artist, a black-and-white homage to the silent films of the 1920s. The Artist, a silent film itself