http://community.myvoa.com/service/getFeed.kickAction?quantity=25 New videos from VOANews_1 on myVOA Fri, 10 Sep 2010 01:28:09 GMT Fri, 10 Sep 2010 01:28:09 GMT admin@USAVotes2008.com (VOA_News) admin@USAVotes2008.com (VOA_News) KickApps Feed Builder 2010-09-10T01:28:09Z 363 http://community.myvoa.com/service/searchEverything.kickAction?as=45137&sortType=recent 0 http://community.myvoa.com/_US-President-Calls-Churchs-Plan-to-Burn-Qurans-Recruiting-Tool-for-Al-Qaida/VIDEO/1312918/45137.html The Christian minister in (the U.S. state of) Florida who earlier announced plans to burn copies of the Quran as a protest against radical Islam now says he has canceled the event on Saturday.  Reverend Terry Jones says his decision comes after reaching an agreement with Muslim leaders to move the controversial location of a planned Islamic cultural center in New York. But individuals connected with the New York project say there is no agreement to move the location.  VOA's Elizabeth Lee has more. The Christian minister in (the U.S. state of) Florida who earlier announced plans to burn copies of the Quran as a protest against radical Islam now says he has canceled the event on Saturday.  Reverend Terry Jones says his decision comes after reaching an agreement with Muslim leaders to move the controversial location of a planned Islamic cultural center in New York. But individuals connected with the New York project say there is no agreement to move the location.  VOA's Elizabeth Lee has more. Fri, 10 Sep 2010 01:28:09 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_US-President-Calls-Churchs-Plan-to-Burn-Qurans-Recruiting-Tool-for-Al-Qaida/VIDEO/1312918/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-10T01:28:09Z News and Politics myVOA The Christian minister in (the U.S. state of) Florida who earlier announced plans to burn copies of the Quran as a protest against radical Islam now says he has canceled the event on Saturday.  Reverend Terry Jones says his decision comes after reaching an agreement with Muslim leaders to move the controversial location of a planned Islamic cultural center in New York. But individuals connected with the New York project say there is no agreement to move the location.  VOA's Elizabeth Lee has more. news and politics nonadult false US President Calls Church's Plan to Burn Qurans Recruiting Tool for Al-Qaida video news and politics 580 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1312918 5137292 Admin 107570 130 http://community.myvoa.com/_First-Amendment-Experts-in-US-Say-Quran-Burning-Legal/VIDEO/1312859/45137.html Religious and political leaders around the world spoke out against the now cancelled plans by a leader of a small church in Florida to burn copies of the Quran on Saturday as a protest against radical Islam.  President Obama called the planned burnings a destructive act and a recruiting tool for al-Qaida. But he said U.S. law protects such actions and constitutional experts agree.  VOA's Laurel Bowman has more. Religious and political leaders around the world spoke out against the now cancelled plans by a leader of a small church in Florida to burn copies of the Quran on Saturday as a protest against radical Islam.  President Obama called the planned burnings a destructive act and a recruiting tool for al-Qaida. But he said U.S. law protects such actions and constitutional experts agree.  VOA's Laurel Bowman has more. Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:22:03 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_First-Amendment-Experts-in-US-Say-Quran-Burning-Legal/VIDEO/1312859/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-10T00:22:03Z News and Politics myVOA Religious and political leaders around the world spoke out against the now cancelled plans by a leader of a small church in Florida to burn copies of the Quran on Saturday as a protest against radical Islam.  President Obama called the planned burnings a destructive act and a recruiting tool for al-Qaida. But he said U.S. law protects such actions and constitutional experts agree.  VOA's Laurel Bowman has more. news and politics nonadult false First Amendment Experts in US Say Quran Burning Legal video news and politics 2366 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1312859 5137292 Admin 107570 156 http://community.myvoa.com/_New-York-Prepares-for-911-Anniversary/VIDEO/1312790/45137.html New York is preparing for the ninth anniversary of the September 11 attacks amid ongoing controversy over a proposed Islamic Center two blocks from Ground Zero.  VOA New York Correspondent Peter Fedynsky reports officials are ready for protests planned for Saturday's commemorations. New York is preparing for the ninth anniversary of the September 11 attacks amid ongoing controversy over a proposed Islamic Center two blocks from Ground Zero.  VOA New York Correspondent Peter Fedynsky reports officials are ready for protests planned for Saturday's commemorations. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:43:12 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_New-York-Prepares-for-911-Anniversary/VIDEO/1312790/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-09T23:43:12Z News and Politics myVOA New York is preparing for the ninth anniversary of the September 11 attacks amid ongoing controversy over a proposed Islamic Center two blocks from Ground Zero.  VOA New York Correspondent Peter Fedynsky reports officials are ready for protests planned for Saturday's commemorations. news and politics nonadult false New York Prepares for 9/11 Anniversary video news and politics 1356 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1312790 5137292 Admin 107570 141 http://community.myvoa.com/_Islamophobia-Persists-in-Some-Sectors-of-American-Society/VIDEO/1312648/45137.html Reverend Terry Jones' now cancelled plan to burn copies of the Quran at his small church in Flordia, and the recent public outcry against plans to build an Islamic center in New York City, underscores what some see as heightened fear and animosity toward Muslims and Islam in the United States. As VOA's Michael Bowman reports from Washington, so-called "Islamophobia" clearly does exist, but more on the fringes of U.S. society than in the mainstream Reverend Terry Jones' now cancelled plan to burn copies of the Quran at his small church in Flordia, and the recent public outcry against plans to build an Islamic center in New York City, underscores what some see as heightened fear and animosity toward Muslims and Islam in the United States. As VOA's Michael Bowman reports from Washington, so-called "Islamophobia" clearly does exist, but more on the fringes of U.S. society than in the mainstream Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:12:44 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Islamophobia-Persists-in-Some-Sectors-of-American-Society/VIDEO/1312648/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-09T23:12:44Z News and Politics myVOA Reverend Terry Jones' now cancelled plan to burn copies of the Quran at his small church in Flordia, and the recent public outcry against plans to build an Islamic center in New York City, underscores what some see as heightened fear and animosity toward Muslims and Islam in the United States. As VOA's Michael Bowman reports from Washington, so-called "Islamophobia" clearly does exist, but more on the fringes of U.S. society than in the mainstream news and politics nonadult false Islamophobia Persists in Some Sectors of American Society video news and politics 1592 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1312648 5137292 Admin 107570 248 http://community.myvoa.com/_Afghan-American-Family-Finds-Ramadan-Good-Opportunity-for-Reflection/VIDEO/1312466/45137.html The Muslim Ramadan holiday is nearing its end. And for one Afghan-American family in California, it is a special time -- a time to be thankful for all they have.  VOA's Monaliza Noormohammadi spent some time with them.  Amy Katz narrates. The Muslim Ramadan holiday is nearing its end. And for one Afghan-American family in California, it is a special time -- a time to be thankful for all they have.  VOA's Monaliza Noormohammadi spent some time with them.  Amy Katz narrates. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 22:20:23 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Afghan-American-Family-Finds-Ramadan-Good-Opportunity-for-Reflection/VIDEO/1312466/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-09T22:20:23Z News and Politics myVOA The Muslim Ramadan holiday is nearing its end. And for one Afghan-American family in California, it is a special time -- a time to be thankful for all they have.  VOA's Monaliza Noormohammadi spent some time with them.  Amy Katz narrates. news and politics nonadult false Afghan-American Family Finds Ramadan Good Opportunity for Reflection video news and politics 1093 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1312466 5137292 Admin 107570 283 http://community.myvoa.com/_Pair-Visits-30-Mosques-in-30-States-in-30-Days-During-Ramadan/VIDEO/1311798/45137.html In early August, two young Muslims from New York City embarked on an ambitious plan to visit 30 mosques in 30 states in 30 days during the holy month of Ramadan.  Protests against a planned Islamic center near the area known as Ground Zero in New York dominated the news during their trip.  But Aman Ali and Bassam Tariq say they have not encountered so-called Islamaphobia during this cross-country trek, which they are documenting online.  VOA's Kane Farabaugh met up with the two at a mosque outside of Chicago, towards the end of their travels. In early August, two young Muslims from New York City embarked on an ambitious plan to visit 30 mosques in 30 states in 30 days during the holy month of Ramadan.  Protests against a planned Islamic center near the area known as Ground Zero in New York dominated the news during their trip.  But Aman Ali and Bassam Tariq say they have not encountered so-called Islamaphobia during this cross-country trek, which they are documenting online.  VOA's Kane Farabaugh met up with the two at a mosque outside of Chicago, towards the end of their travels. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:20:15 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Pair-Visits-30-Mosques-in-30-States-in-30-Days-During-Ramadan/VIDEO/1311798/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-09T19:20:15Z News and Politics myVOA In early August, two young Muslims from New York City embarked on an ambitious plan to visit 30 mosques in 30 states in 30 days during the holy month of Ramadan.  Protests against a planned Islamic center near the area known as Ground Zero in New York dominated the news during their trip.  But Aman Ali and Bassam Tariq say they have not encountered so-called Islamaphobia during this cross-country trek, which they are documenting online.  VOA's Kane Farabaugh met up with the two at a mosque outside of Chicago, towards the end of their travels. news and politics nonadult false Pair Visits 30 Mosques in 30 States in 30 Days During Ramadan video news and politics 1014 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1311798 5137292 Admin 107570 186 http://community.myvoa.com/_Obama-Says-No-To-Tax-Cuts-For-The-Rich/VIDEO/1309857/45137.html President Barack Obama announced new proposals Wednesday to boost the faltering US economy and took aim at Republicans for advocating what he called "the failed policies of the past." He also defended his opposition to extending Bush administration tax cuts for wealthy Americans.  With crucial mid term elections less than two months away, the president's speech may also be a preview of things to come. Mil Arcega has more President Barack Obama announced new proposals Wednesday to boost the faltering US economy and took aim at Republicans for advocating what he called "the failed policies of the past." He also defended his opposition to extending Bush administration tax cuts for wealthy Americans.  With crucial mid term elections less than two months away, the president's speech may also be a preview of things to come. Mil Arcega has more Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:43:25 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Obama-Says-No-To-Tax-Cuts-For-The-Rich/VIDEO/1309857/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-09T00:43:25Z Economy myVOA President Barack Obama announced new proposals Wednesday to boost the faltering US economy and took aim at Republicans for advocating what he called "the failed policies of the past." He also defended his opposition to extending Bush administration tax cuts for wealthy Americans.  With crucial mid term elections less than two months away, the president's speech may also be a preview of things to come. Mil Arcega has more nonadult false Obama Says No To Tax Cuts For The Rich video 3190 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 Economy 0 1309857 5137292 Admin 107570 131 http://community.myvoa.com/_US-Pastors-Plan-to-Burn-Qurans-Gains-International-Attention-Condemnation/VIDEO/1309685/45137.html The U.S. government and numerous religious leaders are condemning the plans of an evangelical Christian minister in the southeastern state of Florida to burn Qurans on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001.  VOA's Elizabeth Lee has more. The U.S. government and numerous religious leaders are condemning the plans of an evangelical Christian minister in the southeastern state of Florida to burn Qurans on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001.  VOA's Elizabeth Lee has more. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:39:50 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_US-Pastors-Plan-to-Burn-Qurans-Gains-International-Attention-Condemnation/VIDEO/1309685/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-08T23:39:50Z News and Politics myVOA The U.S. government and numerous religious leaders are condemning the plans of an evangelical Christian minister in the southeastern state of Florida to burn Qurans on the anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001.  VOA's Elizabeth Lee has more. news and politics nonadult false US Pastor's Plan to Burn Qurans Gains International Attention, Condemnation video news and politics 5319 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1309685 5137292 Admin 107570 169 http://community.myvoa.com/_Evangelical-Christian-Group-in-Florida-Plans-to-Burn-Korans/VIDEO/1306945/45137.html A small evangelical Christian group in (the southeastern U.S. state of) Florida on Saturday plans to burn Korans as a protest against violent Islamic extremists. The day marks the ninth anniversary of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. The church has a right to burn the holy book under the U.S. constitution's First Amendment, which guarantees freedom of speech. But other religious leaders in Florida fear the event will send the wrong message about religious tolerance. VOA's Brian Wagner reports from Gainesville, Florida. A small evangelical Christian group in (the southeastern U.S. state of) Florida on Saturday plans to burn Korans as a protest against violent Islamic extremists. The day marks the ninth anniversary of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. The church has a right to burn the holy book under the U.S. constitution's First Amendment, which guarantees freedom of speech. But other religious leaders in Florida fear the event will send the wrong message about religious tolerance. VOA's Brian Wagner reports from Gainesville, Florida. Tue, 07 Sep 2010 23:42:37 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Evangelical-Christian-Group-in-Florida-Plans-to-Burn-Korans/VIDEO/1306945/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-07T23:42:37Z News and Politics myVOA A small evangelical Christian group in (the southeastern U.S. state of) Florida on Saturday plans to burn Korans as a protest against violent Islamic extremists. The day marks the ninth anniversary of the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. The church has a right to burn the holy book under the U.S. constitution's First Amendment, which guarantees freedom of speech. But other religious leaders in Florida fear the event will send the wrong message about religious tolerance. VOA's Brian Wagner reports from Gainesville, Florida. news and politics nonadult false Evangelical Christian Group in Florida Plans to Burn Korans video news and politics 6121 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1306945 5137292 Admin 107570 221 http://community.myvoa.com/_-International-Cricket-Council-Charges-3-Pakistani-Players-With-Corruption/VIDEO/1296300/45137.html The three Pakistan cricket players accused of taking part a betting scandal have been charged by the International Cricket Council under its anti-corruption code.   Jennifer Glasse reports from London. The three Pakistan cricket players accused of taking part a betting scandal have been charged by the International Cricket Council under its anti-corruption code.   Jennifer Glasse reports from London. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 21:10:36 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_-International-Cricket-Council-Charges-3-Pakistani-Players-With-Corruption/VIDEO/1296300/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-03T21:10:36Z News and Politics myVOA The three Pakistan cricket players accused of taking part a betting scandal have been charged by the International Cricket Council under its anti-corruption code.   Jennifer Glasse reports from London. news and politics nonadult false International Cricket Council Charges 3 Pakistani Players With Corruption video news and politics 4349 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1296300 5137292 Admin 107570 136 http://community.myvoa.com/_British-Man-Accused-Selling-Missile-Parts-To-Iran-/VIDEO/1296197/45137.html A British man has appeared in court in London, accused of trying to sell missile parts to Iran in breach of international sanctions.  Wealthy golf club president Christopher Tappin denies the charge and is fighting an extradition request from the United States, where he could face a 35-year prison sentence if found guilty.  As Henry Ridgwell reports from London, the case has highlighted the tightening of sanctions against Tehran - and the problems that foreign businesses face in trying to do business in Iran. A British man has appeared in court in London, accused of trying to sell missile parts to Iran in breach of international sanctions.  Wealthy golf club president Christopher Tappin denies the charge and is fighting an extradition request from the United States, where he could face a 35-year prison sentence if found guilty.  As Henry Ridgwell reports from London, the case has highlighted the tightening of sanctions against Tehran - and the problems that foreign businesses face in trying to do business in Iran. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:15:07 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_British-Man-Accused-Selling-Missile-Parts-To-Iran-/VIDEO/1296197/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-03T20:15:07Z News and Politics myVOA A British man has appeared in court in London, accused of trying to sell missile parts to Iran in breach of international sanctions.  Wealthy golf club president Christopher Tappin denies the charge and is fighting an extradition request from the United States, where he could face a 35-year prison sentence if found guilty.  As Henry Ridgwell reports from London, the case has highlighted the tightening of sanctions against Tehran - and the problems that foreign businesses face in trying to do business in Iran. nonadult false British Man Accused Selling Missile Parts To Iran video 4126 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1296197 5137292 Admin 107570 193 http://community.myvoa.com/_US-Launches-Direct-Mideast-Peace-Talks/VIDEO/1293696/45137.html U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has launched the first direct peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians in nearly two years.  Both sides have agreed to a second round of talks to be held in the Middle East later this month.  VOA correspondent Meredith Buel has details from Washington. U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has launched the first direct peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians in nearly two years.  Both sides have agreed to a second round of talks to be held in the Middle East later this month.  VOA correspondent Meredith Buel has details from Washington. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:13:08 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_US-Launches-Direct-Mideast-Peace-Talks/VIDEO/1293696/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-02T23:13:08Z News and Politics myVOA U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has launched the first direct peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians in nearly two years.  Both sides have agreed to a second round of talks to be held in the Middle East later this month.  VOA correspondent Meredith Buel has details from Washington. nonadult false US Launches Direct Mideast Peace Talks video 4507 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1293696 5137292 Admin 107570 209 http://community.myvoa.com/_Militant-al-Shabab-Fighters-Bear-Down-on-Somali-Capital-Mogadishu/VIDEO/1293641/45137.html A top United Nations official (Lynn Pascoe, the U.N. under-secretary-general for political affairs) says he is "hopeful" for Somalia, where the government is trying to fight off an offensive by Islamist militants. This comes as Uganda is offering to  send more troops to the beleaguered nation if the United States provides funding. Mariama Diallo examines what more troops and more money might mean for Somalia, and if it is a good idea. A top United Nations official (Lynn Pascoe, the U.N. under-secretary-general for political affairs) says he is "hopeful" for Somalia, where the government is trying to fight off an offensive by Islamist militants. This comes as Uganda is offering to  send more troops to the beleaguered nation if the United States provides funding. Mariama Diallo examines what more troops and more money might mean for Somalia, and if it is a good idea. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 22:28:52 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Militant-al-Shabab-Fighters-Bear-Down-on-Somali-Capital-Mogadishu/VIDEO/1293641/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-02T22:28:52Z News and Politics myVOA A top United Nations official (Lynn Pascoe, the U.N. under-secretary-general for political affairs) says he is "hopeful" for Somalia, where the government is trying to fight off an offensive by Islamist militants. This comes as Uganda is offering to  send more troops to the beleaguered nation if the United States provides funding. Mariama Diallo examines what more troops and more money might mean for Somalia, and if it is a good idea. news and politics nonadult false Militant al-Shabab Fighters Bear Down on Somali Capital Mogadishu video news and politics 4119 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1293641 5137292 Admin 107570 222 http://community.myvoa.com/_US-Mosque-Projects-Face-Opposition/VIDEO/1290430/45137.html As Americans debate a plan to build an Islamic center near the site of the 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City, protesters in several communities across the United States are trying to block local mosque expansions.  From Temecula, California, VOA's Mike O'Sullivan has more. As Americans debate a plan to build an Islamic center near the site of the 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City, protesters in several communities across the United States are trying to block local mosque expansions.  From Temecula, California, VOA's Mike O'Sullivan has more. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 23:34:10 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_US-Mosque-Projects-Face-Opposition/VIDEO/1290430/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-01T23:34:10Z News and Politics myVOA As Americans debate a plan to build an Islamic center near the site of the 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City, protesters in several communities across the United States are trying to block local mosque expansions.  From Temecula, California, VOA's Mike O'Sullivan has more. news and politics nonadult false US Mosque Projects Face Opposition video news and politics 4374 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1290430 5137292 Admin 107570 175 http://community.myvoa.com/_US-Mosque-Projects-Face-Opposition/VIDEO/1290439/45137.html As Americans debate a plan to build an Islamic center near the site of the 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City, protesters in several communities across the United States are trying to block local mosque expansions.  From Temecula, California, VOA's Mike O'Sullivan has more. As Americans debate a plan to build an Islamic center near the site of the 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City, protesters in several communities across the United States are trying to block local mosque expansions.  From Temecula, California, VOA's Mike O'Sullivan has more. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 23:34:10 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_US-Mosque-Projects-Face-Opposition/VIDEO/1290439/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-01T23:34:10Z News and Politics myVOA As Americans debate a plan to build an Islamic center near the site of the 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City, protesters in several communities across the United States are trying to block local mosque expansions.  From Temecula, California, VOA's Mike O'Sullivan has more. news and politics nonadult false US Mosque Projects Face Opposition video news and politics 2078 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1290439 5137292 Admin 107570 175 http://community.myvoa.com/_Survey-Shows-Uncertainty-Slowing-Job-Recovery/VIDEO/1290346/45137.html A new survey by business economists paints a mixed picture of the US recovery.  In the poll by the National Association of Business Economists (NABE), the nation's leading economists give high marks to the Federal Reserve's monetary policy but says the lack of clarity on taxation and on new government regulations is making companies less willing to hire.  The survey comes as investors await a key report on US employment.  Mil Arcega reports. A new survey by business economists paints a mixed picture of the US recovery.  In the poll by the National Association of Business Economists (NABE), the nation's leading economists give high marks to the Federal Reserve's monetary policy but says the lack of clarity on taxation and on new government regulations is making companies less willing to hire.  The survey comes as investors await a key report on US employment.  Mil Arcega reports. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 22:50:55 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Survey-Shows-Uncertainty-Slowing-Job-Recovery/VIDEO/1290346/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-01T22:50:55Z Economy myVOA A new survey by business economists paints a mixed picture of the US recovery.  In the poll by the National Association of Business Economists (NABE), the nation's leading economists give high marks to the Federal Reserve's monetary policy but says the lack of clarity on taxation and on new government regulations is making companies less willing to hire.  The survey comes as investors await a key report on US employment.  Mil Arcega reports. economy nonadult false Survey Shows Uncertainty Slowing Job Recovery video economy 3948 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 Economy 0 1290346 5137292 Admin 107570 133 http://community.myvoa.com/_President-Obama-Declares-US-Combat-Operations-in-Iraq-at-End/VIDEO/1287680/45137.html President Barack Obama Tuesday said U.S. combat operations in Iraq have ended.  He spoke directly to the American people in only his second televised address from the Oval Office. The president refrained from declaring victory and he said the "historic moment" comes at a time of uncertainty after America's long and painful recession and more than seven years of war.  VOA's Carolyn Presutti reports. President Barack Obama Tuesday said U.S. combat operations in Iraq have ended.  He spoke directly to the American people in only his second televised address from the Oval Office. The president refrained from declaring victory and he said the "historic moment" comes at a time of uncertainty after America's long and painful recession and more than seven years of war.  VOA's Carolyn Presutti reports. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 05:35:37 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_President-Obama-Declares-US-Combat-Operations-in-Iraq-at-End/VIDEO/1287680/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-09-01T05:35:37Z News and Politics myVOA President Barack Obama Tuesday said U.S. combat operations in Iraq have ended.  He spoke directly to the American people in only his second televised address from the Oval Office. The president refrained from declaring victory and he said the "historic moment" comes at a time of uncertainty after America's long and painful recession and more than seven years of war.  VOA's Carolyn Presutti reports. news and politics nonadult false President Obama Declares US Combat Operations in Iraq at End video news and politics 1553 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1287680 5137292 Admin 107570 212 http://community.myvoa.com/_Global-Uncertainty-Drives-Demand-For-Gold/VIDEO/1283533/45137.html Demand for gold is expected to rise as a weak US dollar and persistent fears of a double dip recession weigh on investors. Despite falling slightly from historic highs earlier this year, the precious metal remains a safe and attractive investment. Analysts expect the price to stay strong for the rest of the year, thanks in part to accelerating demand from India and China. Mil Arcega reports. Demand for gold is expected to rise as a weak US dollar and persistent fears of a double dip recession weigh on investors. Despite falling slightly from historic highs earlier this year, the precious metal remains a safe and attractive investment. Analysts expect the price to stay strong for the rest of the year, thanks in part to accelerating demand from India and China. Mil Arcega reports. Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:58:47 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Global-Uncertainty-Drives-Demand-For-Gold/VIDEO/1283533/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-08-30T23:58:47Z Economy myVOA Demand for gold is expected to rise as a weak US dollar and persistent fears of a double dip recession weigh on investors. Despite falling slightly from historic highs earlier this year, the precious metal remains a safe and attractive investment. Analysts expect the price to stay strong for the rest of the year, thanks in part to accelerating demand from India and China. Mil Arcega reports. economy nonadult false Global Uncertainty Drives Demand For Gold video economy 5711 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 Economy 0 1283533 5137292 Admin 107570 118 http://community.myvoa.com/_NYC-Mosque-Tour-Shows-Widespread-Diversity/VIDEO/1274466/45137.html There is strong opposition to construction of an Islamic center two blocks from the area in New York City known as Ground Zero, the site of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.  Critics say it would dishonor the memory of victims and pain families of those killed that day by Islamic extremists.  There are, however, numerous mosques throughout the city, serving hundreds of thousands of local Muslims.  VOA Correspondent Peter Fedynsky visited mosques in the smallest and largest of the five boroughs that make up New York. There is strong opposition to construction of an Islamic center two blocks from the area in New York City known as Ground Zero, the site of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.  Critics say it would dishonor the memory of victims and pain families of those killed that day by Islamic extremists.  There are, however, numerous mosques throughout the city, serving hundreds of thousands of local Muslims.  VOA Correspondent Peter Fedynsky visited mosques in the smallest and largest of the five boroughs that make up New York. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:33:09 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_NYC-Mosque-Tour-Shows-Widespread-Diversity/VIDEO/1274466/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-08-27T01:33:09Z News and Politics myVOA There is strong opposition to construction of an Islamic center two blocks from the area in New York City known as Ground Zero, the site of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.  Critics say it would dishonor the memory of victims and pain families of those killed that day by Islamic extremists.  There are, however, numerous mosques throughout the city, serving hundreds of thousands of local Muslims.  VOA Correspondent Peter Fedynsky visited mosques in the smallest and largest of the five boroughs that make up New York. news and politics nonadult false NYC Mosque Tour Shows Widespread Diversity video news and politics 3874 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1274466 5137292 Admin 107570 198 http://community.myvoa.com/_Israelis-Palestinians-Hold-Out-Little-Hope-for-Direct-Negotiations/VIDEO/1274415/45137.html Both Israelis and Palestinians are doubtful that upcoming US-brokered direct talks will yield any results or even make progress toward ending the six-decade-old conflict in the Middle East. VOA Jerusalem correspondent Luis Ramirez has this report.  Both Israelis and Palestinians are doubtful that upcoming US-brokered direct talks will yield any results or even make progress toward ending the six-decade-old conflict in the Middle East. VOA Jerusalem correspondent Luis Ramirez has this report.  Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:43:52 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Israelis-Palestinians-Hold-Out-Little-Hope-for-Direct-Negotiations/VIDEO/1274415/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-08-27T00:43:52Z News and Politics myVOA Both Israelis and Palestinians are doubtful that upcoming US-brokered direct talks will yield any results or even make progress toward ending the six-decade-old conflict in the Middle East. VOA Jerusalem correspondent Luis Ramirez has this report.  news and politics nonadult false Israelis, Palestinians Hold Out Little Hope for Direct Negotiations video news and politics 4104 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1274415 5137292 Admin 107570 205 http://community.myvoa.com/_Usain-Bolt-Bolts-from-British-Competition/VIDEO/1274305/45137.html The Jamaican Olympic champion dubbed the fastest man on earth says he won't race in Britain until tax laws are changed. Before a back injury forced Usain Bolt to retire from competition for this year, he said tax laws had him rule out competing at a key London track event. Now UK Athletics and others, including the organizers of the London Marathon and the All England Club which hosts Wimbledon, are calling for changes in the law amid fears current legislation will keep big names from British events and possibily imperil the events themselves. From London, Catherine Drew reports for VOA. The Jamaican Olympic champion dubbed the fastest man on earth says he won't race in Britain until tax laws are changed. Before a back injury forced Usain Bolt to retire from competition for this year, he said tax laws had him rule out competing at a key London track event. Now UK Athletics and others, including the organizers of the London Marathon and the All England Club which hosts Wimbledon, are calling for changes in the law amid fears current legislation will keep big names from British events and possibily imperil the events themselves. From London, Catherine Drew reports for VOA. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 23:26:51 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Usain-Bolt-Bolts-from-British-Competition/VIDEO/1274305/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-08-26T23:26:51Z News and Politics myVOA The Jamaican Olympic champion dubbed the fastest man on earth says he won't race in Britain until tax laws are changed. Before a back injury forced Usain Bolt to retire from competition for this year, he said tax laws had him rule out competing at a key London track event. Now UK Athletics and others, including the organizers of the London Marathon and the All England Club which hosts Wimbledon, are calling for changes in the law amid fears current legislation will keep big names from British events and possibily imperil the events themselves. From London, Catherine Drew reports for VOA. nonadult false Usain Bolt Bolts from British Competition video 2967 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1274305 5137292 Admin 107570 193 http://community.myvoa.com/_Global-Youth-Unemployment-at-All-Time-High/VIDEO/1271748/45137.html The United Nations says global youth unemployment is at an all time high. In a recent report, the UN's International Labour Organization says 81 million young people between the ages of 15 and 24 are unemployed, and youth unemployment is expected to rise throughout the year.  VOA's Carla Babb has more. The United Nations says global youth unemployment is at an all time high. In a recent report, the UN's International Labour Organization says 81 million young people between the ages of 15 and 24 are unemployed, and youth unemployment is expected to rise throughout the year.  VOA's Carla Babb has more. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 01:14:50 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Global-Youth-Unemployment-at-All-Time-High/VIDEO/1271748/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-08-26T01:14:50Z Economy myVOA The United Nations says global youth unemployment is at an all time high. In a recent report, the UN's International Labour Organization says 81 million young people between the ages of 15 and 24 are unemployed, and youth unemployment is expected to rise throughout the year.  VOA's Carla Babb has more. economy nonadult false Global Youth Unemployment at All Time High video economy 3535 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 Economy 0 1271748 5137292 Admin 107570 169 http://community.myvoa.com/_In-Iraq-US-Troop-Level-Drops-Diplomacy-Favored-/VIDEO/1268733/45137.html On August 31st, President Obama will deliver a major speech on the war in Iraq.  August 31 is the deadline set by the president for the exit of all U.S. combat forces from the country. Fifty thousand non-combat troops will remain until the end of 2011. The reduction in US troops reflects a change in approach to Iraq, from military to diplomatic. But with security fragile and a government not yet in place,  analysts ask if US diplomacy can be effective. VOA's Deborah Block discussed the situation with experts and filed this report.   On August 31st, President Obama will deliver a major speech on the war in Iraq.  August 31 is the deadline set by the president for the exit of all U.S. combat forces from the country. Fifty thousand non-combat troops will remain until the end of 2011. The reduction in US troops reflects a change in approach to Iraq, from military to diplomatic. But with security fragile and a government not yet in place,  analysts ask if US diplomacy can be effective. VOA's Deborah Block discussed the situation with experts and filed this report.   Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:22:36 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_In-Iraq-US-Troop-Level-Drops-Diplomacy-Favored-/VIDEO/1268733/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-08-25T00:22:36Z News and Politics myVOA On August 31st, President Obama will deliver a major speech on the war in Iraq.  August 31 is the deadline set by the president for the exit of all U.S. combat forces from the country. Fifty thousand non-combat troops will remain until the end of 2011. The reduction in US troops reflects a change in approach to Iraq, from military to diplomatic. But with security fragile and a government not yet in place,  analysts ask if US diplomacy can be effective. VOA's Deborah Block discussed the situation with experts and filed this report.   nonadult false In Iraq, US Troop Level Drops, Diplomacy Favored video 3162 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1268733 5137292 Admin 107570 194 http://community.myvoa.com/_New-Orleans-Still-Recovering-From-Hurricane-Five-Years-Later/VIDEO/1268648/45137.html Five years ago this Sunday (Aug 29) Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf coast area and caused massive flooding in New Orleans after levees there failed to protect the low-lying city. New Orleans had a population of about half a million people before Katrina, but the population is now about a third smaller. Much of the "Big Easy's" culture and lifestyle has returned, but, as VOA's Greg Flakus reports from New Orleans, it is still a city struggling to recover. Five years ago this Sunday (Aug 29) Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf coast area and caused massive flooding in New Orleans after levees there failed to protect the low-lying city. New Orleans had a population of about half a million people before Katrina, but the population is now about a third smaller. Much of the "Big Easy's" culture and lifestyle has returned, but, as VOA's Greg Flakus reports from New Orleans, it is still a city struggling to recover. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:01:02 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_New-Orleans-Still-Recovering-From-Hurricane-Five-Years-Later/VIDEO/1268648/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-08-25T00:01:02Z News and Politics myVOA Five years ago this Sunday (Aug 29) Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf coast area and caused massive flooding in New Orleans after levees there failed to protect the low-lying city. New Orleans had a population of about half a million people before Katrina, but the population is now about a third smaller. Much of the "Big Easy's" culture and lifestyle has returned, but, as VOA's Greg Flakus reports from New Orleans, it is still a city struggling to recover. nonadult false New Orleans Still Recovering From Hurricane Five Years Later video 2044 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 News and Politics 0 1268648 5137292 Admin 107570 317 http://community.myvoa.com/_Online-Profile-Can-Hurt-Job-Search/VIDEO/1266049/45137.html The Internet has become such an essential tool in our daily lives that most people can't imagine life without it.  But while social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter have given users greater ability to communicate to a wider audience, employment recruiters say it could also hurt their chances of getting, and in some cases, keeping a job. Mil Arcega has more. The Internet has become such an essential tool in our daily lives that most people can't imagine life without it.  But while social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter have given users greater ability to communicate to a wider audience, employment recruiters say it could also hurt their chances of getting, and in some cases, keeping a job. Mil Arcega has more. Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:55:24 GMT http://community.myvoa.com/_Online-Profile-Can-Hurt-Job-Search/VIDEO/1266049/45137.html VOANews_1 2010-08-24T00:55:24Z Economy myVOA The Internet has become such an essential tool in our daily lives that most people can't imagine life without it.  But while social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter have given users greater ability to communicate to a wider audience, employment recruiters say it could also hurt their chances of getting, and in some cases, keeping a job. Mil Arcega has more. nonadult false Online Profile Can Hurt Job Search video 4288 0 0.0 http://community.myvoa.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=5137292&as=45137 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/45137/icons/defaultMember_45137_portrait160X120.jpg false United States 0 Economy 0 1266049 5137292 Admin 107570 141