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The threat of war on the Korean peninsula looms after one of the worst clashes in 60 years. Two South Korean soldiers were killed and 19 other people were injured when the North fired 50 artillery shells at the southern island of Yeonpyeong. South Ko
231. Venues of China中国的游览胜地 venturesome-vigilant Venturesome travelers in China have a host of venues from which to choose. From the verdant grasslands of the steppes of Inner Mongolia to the verbal acrobatics of Xiangsheng comedy duo p
Circus Train is Home to Traveling Performers Ringling Brothers and Barnum Baileys newest show is called Dragons. Ringmaster Jonathan Iverson, a former opera singer, joined the circus about 10 years ago. He was drawn by the history and mystique of the
The big push begins Thursday for the conclusion of the Olympic Games in Beijing. A total of 23 medals are to be awarded as four days of competition remain. VOA's Jim Stevenson reports from China where tournaments are concluding and individual events
By Katherine Cole Washington 11 March 2006 In the past few months, we've reported on the Grammys, the Country Music Awards, and the International Bluegrass Music Awards. Now there's another music awar
By Steve Schy Turin 22 February 2006 One of the most talked about innovations at the Turin Olympics has been the introduction of cheerleaders. They have provoked strong reaction from the fans, some it
Jamaican runners had another impressive day at the track in Beijing, as they continued to dominate the short sprint events. VOA's Jim Stevenson has more on Wednesday's Olympic results, highlighted by a new master of speed. Usain Bolt celebrates afte
Triumphantly returning home after their best medal total in a century, British athletes and government officials turn their attention now to the next summer games in four years in London. After Beijing bid farewell to the 2008 Olympics, celebrations
Democrats are wrapping up the fourth and final day of their National Convention in the western U.S. city of Denver, Colorado, with a much anticipated speech by their nominee, Senator Barack Obama. Obama made a surprise appearance at the convention W
For horse lovers, the main event of the Olympics is the equestrian competition - and that will be held in Hong Kong, not Beijing. In Hong Kong, Claudia Blume has this report on preparations for the biggest sport event ever hosted in the city. It's h
Americans paused Tuesday to honor the nation's military veterans. VOA's Paula Wolfson reports President Bush remembered their sacrifice in a speech delivered from the deck of an aircraft carrier that first saw combat in World War II. President Bush
Boston Symphony Makes Music in Mountains When Serge Koussevitzy, the Russian-born conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, opened Tanglewood in 1937, he chose an all-Beethoven program, including the Pastorale Symphony. When conductor Christoph von
Nigerian fans parade through the Hillsborough neighborhood of Johannesburg before their team's first game in the World Cup tournament. World Cup Fever has taken over the city of Johannesburg. Pubs and restaurants are filled with fans watching the mat
US Hopes to Resolve Iran Nuclear Standoff in 2013 There were three high-level meetings between world powers and Iran in 2012. But by years end, the two sides were not near resolution on Iran's controversial nuclear program. The West fears Iran is dev
South Sudan Rapper Speaks Out Despite Threats JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN 对于南苏丹说唱歌手Lual Dawol来说,音乐是一种政治藐视的手段。 He took the stage at a nightclub in Juba the day after soldiers stormed another venue to stop his pe
The battle to take over the London 2012 stadium has been as fierce and vocal as pretty much any which will take place in it. Whoever wins this particular race will determine how this venue will look in the decades to come, and just as importantly who
Sunday features the busiest single day of the Beijing Games, when 35 athletes or teams will experience the thrill and pride of wearing an Olympic gold medal. VOA's Jim Stevenson has this preview of the competition that will be highlighted by gymnast
Man: Hi, it's a bit crowded in here. Woman: Yes, it's always like this on the first night of the conference. Is this your first time attending? Man: Yes, it is. By the way, I'm Dan Morimoto. Woman: I'm Gwen Renault. Were you here this morning for the
Top 5 Songs for Week Ending October 26 We're rolling the five most popular songs in the Billboard Magazine Hot 100 pop singles chart, for the week ending October 26, 2013. Its a youth movement atop this weeks hit list, with a 16-year-old battling a 2
Good venues are crucial to hosting a successful Olympic games. In recent years, host cities have provided a seemingly unlimited palate for architects and planners to create unusual and inspiring structures. Several of Beijing's venues are now instan