USA - Voice of America: GOP, Democrats Look to Cut Convention Costs

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GOP, Democrats Look to Cut Convention Costs Aug 13th 2012, 06:15 When Americans think about "conventions," we picture lavish get-togethers of corporations or trade associations in places such as glitzy Las Vegas, romantic New Orleans, suave New York City, bustling Chicago, and historic San Francisco.  Indeed, these and a few other big cities top the list of traditional convention venues.  But because of today's fragile economy and tighter restrictions on corporate and government travel, some smaller cities have emerged as popular convention ... Media files: 65A20228-491C-4BCF-A3D3-126C276CAA30_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Economy - Voice of America: GOP, Democrats Look to Cut Convention Costs

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GOP, Democrats Look to Cut Convention Costs Aug 13th 2012, 06:15 When Americans think about "conventions," we picture lavish get-togethers of corporations or trade associations in places such as glitzy Las Vegas, romantic New Orleans, suave New York City, bustling Chicago, and historic San Francisco.  Indeed, these and a few other big cities top the list of traditional convention venues.  But because of today's fragile economy and tighter restrictions on corporate and government travel, some smaller cities have emerged as popular convention ... Media files: 65A20228-491C-4BCF-A3D3-126C276CAA30_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Economy - Voice of America: Olympic Fans Head to the Shops

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Olympic Fans Head to the Shops Aug 13th 2012, 00:48 LONDON — Most people who go to the Olympic Games are hoping to be entertained by world-class sports. And for many, there is a second goal: buying a souvenir to prove they were there.   People have been flooding into the department store John Lewis, which is right by the Olympic Park, to buy their official games merchandise.   Inside, Olympic imagery is splattered across just about every product you can imagine.   It's proven popular with the crowds, says ... Media files: 42625A53-996C-482C-BE1A-AB534730D027_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: Planning for Free, Transparent Kenyan Elections Begins Monday

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Planning for Free, Transparent Kenyan Elections Begins Monday Aug 13th 2012, 00:37 The chairman of Kenya's National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) said a two-day nationwide discussion on ensuring next year's elections are free, fair and transparent begins Monday. Mzalendo Kibunja said there is also need to bolster security ahead of the vote following recent attacks often blamed on the Somali-based Islamist group al-Shabab. "One of the things that is going to happen to those forums today and tomorrow is where members of each of the counties will come together ... Media files: C0167C1E-44E6-4C40-9C72-541A2CCBC910_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: Malians Rally for Return of Peace, Order

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Malians Rally for Return of Peace, Order Aug 13th 2012, 00:06 Tens of thousands of protesters crowded the stadium of Mali's capital Bamako Sunday to demand government action to re-establish control in the country's north and restore peace in the western African nation.  Many Malians accuse the interim leadership of internal bickering which they say has enabled Islamists groups in the north to take hold.  Meanwhile, those groups are seeking to impose strict Islamic laws in the areas they have occupied. Last week they caused outrage ... Media files: 4BCCB298-45B7-4EA1-93D4-1A047B3BC6EC_cx0_cy6_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: Nigerian Troops Kill 20 Suspected Boko Haram Militants

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Nigerian Troops Kill 20 Suspected Boko Haram Militants Aug 12th 2012, 19:47 Nigerian officials say security troops have killed 20 suspected Boko Haram Islamists in the restive north.  Officials say one soldier died and two others were wounded in the shootout Sunday in the city of Maiduguri, in Borno state.  The military and the police acted on a tip that members of Boko Haram were meeting at a specific location in the north-eastern city.   A spokesman for the government forces, Victor Ebhaleme, said the militants opened fire when the security troops ...

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USA - Voice of America: Pundits Debate Choice of Ryan

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Pundits Debate Choice of Ryan Aug 12th 2012, 18:28 WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. presidential candidate Mitt Romney's choice of Wisconsin congressman Paul Ryan as his running mate has brought Ryan's budget-cutting proposal to the center of the campaign debate. America's Sunday television talk shows were consumed with the question of whether the Ryan pick will help or hurt Romney's chances in the November election. Representatives of both main parties seemed pleased with Romney's choice. The 2008 Republican Party nominee, ... Media files: 54547643-9F25-4312-9539-52F3C2E8D821_cx0_cy0_cw98_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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USA - Voice of America: US Wins Men’s Olympic Basketball Gold Medal

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US Wins Men's Olympic Basketball Gold Medal Aug 12th 2012, 19:01 LONDON — The United States has won the men's Olympic basketball gold medal at the London Games. The victory in the final over Spain did not come easy.  The final on the scoreboard read USA 107, Spain 100, a seven-point victory in a game that was tightly contested throughout.  This was a rematch of the gold medal game in Beijing four years ago when United States defeated Spain by 11 points.  Here, Team USA, with a roster full of National Basketball Association stars, led by ... Media files: D446511C-1B0A-45AF-B34B-A599E167C679_cx0_cy5_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: Well-Known Somali Journalist Killed

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Well-Known Somali Journalist Killed Aug 12th 2012, 15:52 Gunmen have killed a well-known journalist in Somalia, which has become one of the most dangerous places for media professionals in the world. Unidentified assailants gunned down Yusuf Ali Osman, widely known as Farey, in the Dharkenely district of Mogadishu on Sunday. Osman, a past director of Radio Mogadishu, was working for Somalia's Ministry of Information.  The Somali Exiled Journalists Association, based in Kenya, says Osman is the eighth journalist to be killed in Somalia ...

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USA - Voice of America: AIDS High on Clinton Africa Agenda

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AIDS High on Clinton Africa Agenda Aug 12th 2012, 15:32 CAPETOWN, South Africa — U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has wrapped up her 11-day, 9-country tour of Africa, much of which was spent highlight efforts to combat the spread of HIV/AIDS.  Clinton called on countries to not forget prevention programs even as they make strides in treatment and lowering infection rates. She visited a testing center in Malawi, a pharmacy distributing anti-retroviral treatment in South Africa, and a health clinic in Uganda.  All three are ... Media files: 48B59C23-7C19-451C-B48D-469409F5C578_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: AIDS High on Clinton Africa Agenda

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AIDS High on Clinton Africa Agenda Aug 12th 2012, 15:32 CAPETOWN, South Africa — U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has wrapped up her 11-day, 9-country tour of Africa, much of which was spent highlight efforts to combat the spread of HIV/AIDS.  Clinton called on countries to not forget prevention programs even as they make strides in treatment and lowering infection rates. She visited a testing center in Malawi, a pharmacy distributing anti-retroviral treatment in South Africa, and a health clinic in Uganda.  All three are ... Media files: 48B59C23-7C19-451C-B48D-469409F5C578_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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USA - Voice of America: Romney, Ryan Hit Campaign Trail

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Romney, Ryan Hit Campaign Trail Aug 12th 2012, 12:55 U.S. presidential candidate Mitt Romney and his new running mate are casting themselves as the duo to bring back America's economy during a multi-state tour. Romney and Representative Paul Ryan are sweeping through the eastern state of North Carolina on Sunday.  The state is considered critical in the race for the White House. ​​Romney is hoping Ryan's work in Congress to cut spending and create smaller government will help energize the Republican Party's conservative ... Media files: 171DE5D9-CD08-401E-BEC2-CC9CE9C169F7_cx0_cy1_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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USA - Voice of America: Republicans See Intellectual Firepower in Paul Ryan

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Republicans See Intellectual Firepower in Paul Ryan Aug 11th 2012, 20:13 Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney's selection of Paul Ryan as his running mate has thrust the Wisconsin congressman from relative obscurity into the national spotlight.  Republicans are hoping the pick will boost Romney's campaign. Many political pundits were caught off guard when Mitt Romney named the Paul Ryan, 42, as his vice presidential choice. The Wisconsin congressman is a leading proponent of budget-cutting proposals that have been intensely criticized by ... Media files: 171DE5D9-CD08-401E-BEC2-CC9CE9C169F7_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: London Olympics in Final Day

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London Olympics in Final Day Aug 12th 2012, 11:09 Spectators lined up on London's streets Sunday, the last day of the 2012 Olympics, to watch the men's marathon.  The race is expected to be a showdown between East African runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.  U.S. basketball's so-called Dream Team seeks another gold medal Sunday against Spain, just as it did in 2008 when the U.S. beat Spain 118-107 in the Beijing final. Women's modern pentathlon will be the last event to round off the 17-day extravaganza of sport. ... Media files: DB471DCB-3D2A-487D-8F32-83A6598BCEF5_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Asia - Voice of America: Iran Earthquakes Kill 250, Thousands Injured

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Iran Earthquakes Kill 250, Thousands Injured Aug 12th 2012, 07:25 Iranian officials say two strong earthquakes in the northwestern part of the country have killed at least 250 people and left more than 2,000 injured. The 6.4 and 6.3 magnitude quakes struck late Saturday afternoon just 11 minutes apart. Several villages near the city of Tabriz were leveled, while scores of others sustained serious damage. Dozens of aftershocks have rumbled through the area, prompting thousands of people to spend the night outdoors. Rescue teams are still searching for ... Media files: CDAF8DCC-207C-46EF-B8FD-94AABF87A31B_cx0_cy8_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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