Voice of America: World Prematurity Day Aims to Lower Rates of Premature Births

Voice of America Voice of America is an international news and broadcast organization serving Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Balkan countries

World Prematurity Day Aims to Lower Rates of Premature Births Nov 17th 2012, 17:10 Every year, in countries rich and poor, more than one million babies die because they are born prematurely.  Many of the tiny infants who survive suffer lifelong disabilities.  In recent years, organizations focused on child health have been trying to raise awareness about the dangers of premature births and what can be done to prevent them.  That's the purpose of World Prematurity Day today.  It's also a day to educate mothers about how to care for babies who are ... Media files: 453D2FE0-DC2D-4336-99E1-F38E3B88C70C_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Fresh Violence Breaks Out in DRC

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Fresh Violence Breaks Out in DRC Nov 17th 2012, 17:28 United Nations helicopters have launched an aerial attack on M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo, after fresh fighting broke an uneasy truce between the rebels and Congolese soldiers this week. The United Nations and local officials in eastern DRC say U.N. aircraft fired on M23 forces after they gained ground against troops in the town of Kibumba, driving the Congolese forces to the outskirts of town. The fighting took place in the same region where clashes first erupted ... Media files: 48BBB337-5588-4AFF-9E93-7B9DAF6C6515_cx0_cy8_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Israel, Hamas Exchange Fierce Attacks

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Israel, Hamas Exchange Fierce Attacks Nov 17th 2012, 17:18 Israel and Hamas continued exchanging fierce attacks Saturday as Israeli forces massed along the Gaza border in preparation for a possible ground invasion. Israel carried out more than 200 air strikes on the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip Saturday, destroying the Hamas Cabinet headquarters, while Palestinian rocket fire continued as far north as Tel Aviv. Israel's military has shut down main roads around Gaza, a sign it could be poised to launch a ground offensive.  Israel's Cabinet ... Media files: 42A94610-431C-4E47-82E8-00F5EFC9C3E6_cx0_cy9_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Fresh Violence Breaks Out in DRC

Voice of America Voice of America is an international news and broadcast organization serving Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Balkan countries

Fresh Violence Breaks Out in DRC Nov 17th 2012, 17:28 United Nations helicopters have launched an aerial attack on M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo, after fresh fighting broke an uneasy truce between the rebels and Congolese soldiers this week. The United Nations and local officials in eastern DRC say U.N. aircraft fired on M23 forces after they gained ground against troops in the town of Kibumba, driving the Congolese forces to the outskirts of town. The fighting took place in the same region where clashes first erupted ... Media files: 48BBB337-5588-4AFF-9E93-7B9DAF6C6515_cx0_cy8_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: World Prematurity Day Aims to Lower Rates of Premature Births

Voice of America Voice of America is an international news and broadcast organization serving Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Balkan countries

World Prematurity Day Aims to Lower Rates of Premature Births Nov 17th 2012, 17:10 Every year, in countries rich and poor, more than one million babies die because they are born prematurely.  Many of the tiny infants who survive suffer lifelong disabilities.  In recent years, organizations focused on child health have been trying to raise awareness about the dangers of premature births and what can be done to prevent them.  That's the purpose of World Prematurity Day today.  It's also a day to educate mothers about how to care for babies who are ... Media files: 453D2FE0-DC2D-4336-99E1-F38E3B88C70C_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Israel, Hamas Exchange Fierce Attacks

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Israel, Hamas Exchange Fierce Attacks Nov 17th 2012, 17:18 Israel and Hamas continued exchanging fierce attacks Saturday as Israeli forces massed along the Gaza border in preparation for a possible ground invasion. Israel carried out more than 200 air strikes on the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip Saturday, destroying the Hamas Cabinet headquarters, while Palestinian rocket fire continued as far north as Tel Aviv. Israel's military has shut down main roads around Gaza, a sign it could be poised to launch a ground offensive.  Israel's Cabinet ... Media files: 42A94610-431C-4E47-82E8-00F5EFC9C3E6_cx0_cy9_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: World Prematurity Day Aims to Lower Rates of Premature Births

Voice of America Voice of America is an international news and broadcast organization serving Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Balkan countries

World Prematurity Day Aims to Lower Rates of Premature Births Nov 17th 2012, 17:10 Every year, in countries rich and poor, more than one million babies die because they are born prematurely.  Many of the tiny infants who survive suffer lifelong disabilities.  In recent years, organizations focused on child health have been trying to raise awareness about the dangers of premature births and what can be done to prevent them.  That's the purpose of World Prematurity Day today.  It's also a day to educate mothers about how to care for babies who are ... Media files: 453D2FE0-DC2D-4336-99E1-F38E3B88C70C_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Israel, Hamas Exchange Fierce Attacks

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Israel, Hamas Exchange Fierce Attacks Nov 17th 2012, 17:18 Israel and Hamas continued exchanging fierce attacks Saturday as Israeli forces massed along the Gaza border in preparation for a possible ground invasion. Israel carried out more than 200 air strikes on the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip Saturday, destroying the Hamas Cabinet headquarters, while Palestinian rocket fire continued as far north as Tel Aviv. Israel's military has shut down main roads around Gaza, a sign it could be poised to launch a ground offensive.  Israel's Cabinet ... Media files: 42A94610-431C-4E47-82E8-00F5EFC9C3E6_cx0_cy9_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: World Prematurity Day Aims to Lower Rates of Premature Births

Voice of America Voice of America is an international news and broadcast organization serving Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Balkan countries

World Prematurity Day Aims to Lower Rates of Premature Births Nov 17th 2012, 17:10 Every year, in countries rich and poor, more than one million babies die because they are born prematurely.  Many of the tiny infants who survive suffer lifelong disabilities.  In recent years, organizations focused on child health have been trying to raise awareness about the dangers of premature births and what can be done to prevent them.  That's the purpose of World Prematurity Day today.  It's also a day to educate mothers about how to care for babies who are ... Media files: 453D2FE0-DC2D-4336-99E1-F38E3B88C70C_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Israel, Hamas Exchange Fierce Attacks

Voice of America Voice of America is an international news and broadcast organization serving Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Russia, the Middle East and Balkan countries

Israel, Hamas Exchange Fierce Attacks Nov 17th 2012, 17:18 Israel and Hamas continued exchanging fierce attacks Saturday as Israeli forces massed along the Gaza border in preparation for a possible ground invasion. Israel carried out more than 200 air strikes on the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip Saturday, destroying the Hamas Cabinet headquarters, while Palestinian rocket fire continued as far north as Tel Aviv. Israel's military has shut down main roads around Gaza, a sign it could be poised to launch a ground offensive.  Israel's Cabinet ... Media files: 42A94610-431C-4E47-82E8-00F5EFC9C3E6_cx0_cy9_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute

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ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute Nov 17th 2012, 13:14 An ASEAN foreign minister says key players in the South China Sea dispute must keep official lines of communication open, even if a long-awaited agreement on how to settle the maritime quarrel remains elusive. Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa is proposing that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China open a communication "hotline" to cool off any further confrontations in disputed areas of the South China Sea. He says this safety mechanism should be put in ... Media files: 9C9EC996-29DE-4C01-B603-6674586AAF7E_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia

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Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia Nov 17th 2012, 15:27 U.S. President Barack Obama is aboard Air Force One on his way to Asia, where he will visit Thailand, Burma and Cambodia on his first foreign trip since being re-elected earlier this month.   The trip underscores Obama's increased focus on Asia as he tries to fulfill his pledge to strengthen the U.S. economy during his second four-year term in office. The Obama administration has said that American foreign policy and engagement will "pivot" toward Asia in the future.   ... Media files: 4F8D09DF-05F3-4DBA-8D5D-D402729A1A28_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute

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ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute Nov 17th 2012, 13:14 An ASEAN foreign minister says key players in the South China Sea dispute must keep official lines of communication open, even if a long-awaited agreement on how to settle the maritime quarrel remains elusive. Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa is proposing that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China open a communication "hotline" to cool off any further confrontations in disputed areas of the South China Sea. He says this safety mechanism should be put in ... Media files: 9C9EC996-29DE-4C01-B603-6674586AAF7E_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia

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Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia Nov 17th 2012, 15:27 U.S. President Barack Obama is aboard Air Force One on his way to Asia, where he will visit Thailand, Burma and Cambodia on his first foreign trip since being re-elected earlier this month.   The trip underscores Obama's increased focus on Asia as he tries to fulfill his pledge to strengthen the U.S. economy during his second four-year term in office. The Obama administration has said that American foreign policy and engagement will "pivot" toward Asia in the future.   ... Media files: 4F8D09DF-05F3-4DBA-8D5D-D402729A1A28_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia

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Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia Nov 17th 2012, 15:27 U.S. President Barack Obama is aboard Air Force One on his way to Asia, where he will visit Thailand, Burma and Cambodia on his first foreign trip since being re-elected earlier this month.   The trip underscores Obama's increased focus on Asia as he tries to fulfill his pledge to strengthen the U.S. economy during his second four-year term in office. The Obama administration has said that American foreign policy and engagement will "pivot" toward Asia in the future.   ... Media files: 4F8D09DF-05F3-4DBA-8D5D-D402729A1A28_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute

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ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute Nov 17th 2012, 13:14 An ASEAN foreign minister says key players in the South China Sea dispute must keep official lines of communication open, even if a long-awaited agreement on how to settle the maritime quarrel remains elusive. Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa is proposing that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China open a communication "hotline" to cool off any further confrontations in disputed areas of the South China Sea. He says this safety mechanism should be put in ... Media files: 9C9EC996-29DE-4C01-B603-6674586AAF7E_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Efforts Mount to Conserve Wild Turkey Breeds

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Efforts Mount to Conserve Wild Turkey Breeds Nov 17th 2012, 13:59 On November 22, Americans observe Thanksgiving, an iconic harvest festival with roots in the nation's 17th-century settlement by European colonists. Roasted turkey is the traditional centerpiece. But the breeds of wild turkey on the table in early America have nearly disappeared, replaced by a domesticated bird that is bigger, faster-growing and cheaper to raise. Around the world, many traditional livestock breeds are disappearing as industrial meat production takes over from small ... Media files: DFB58829-8107-4762-B66E-BD2BEBE35CCE_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute

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ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute Nov 17th 2012, 13:14 An ASEAN foreign minister says key players in the South China Sea dispute must keep official lines of communication open, even if a long-awaited agreement on how to settle the maritime quarrel remains elusive. Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa is proposing that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China open a communication "hotline" to cool off any further confrontations in disputed areas of the South China Sea. He says this safety mechanism should be put in ... Media files: 9C9EC996-29DE-4C01-B603-6674586AAF7E_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Efforts Mount to Conserve Wild Turkey Breeds

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Efforts Mount to Conserve Wild Turkey Breeds Nov 17th 2012, 13:59 On November 22, Americans observe Thanksgiving, an iconic harvest festival with roots in the nation's 17th-century settlement by European colonists. Roasted turkey is the traditional centerpiece. But the breeds of wild turkey on the table in early America have nearly disappeared, replaced by a domesticated bird that is bigger, faster-growing and cheaper to raise. Around the world, many traditional livestock breeds are disappearing as industrial meat production takes over from small ... Media files: DFB58829-8107-4762-B66E-BD2BEBE35CCE_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia

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Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia Nov 17th 2012, 15:27 U.S. President Barack Obama is aboard Air Force One on his way to Asia, where he will visit Thailand, Burma and Cambodia on his first foreign trip since being re-elected earlier this month.   The trip underscores Obama's increased focus on Asia as he tries to fulfill his pledge to strengthen the U.S. economy during his second four-year term in office. The Obama administration has said that American foreign policy and engagement will "pivot" toward Asia in the future.   ... Media files: 4F8D09DF-05F3-4DBA-8D5D-D402729A1A28_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute

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ASEAN to Discuss South China Sea Dispute Nov 17th 2012, 13:14 An ASEAN foreign minister says key players in the South China Sea dispute must keep official lines of communication open, even if a long-awaited agreement on how to settle the maritime quarrel remains elusive. Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa is proposing that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China open a communication "hotline" to cool off any further confrontations in disputed areas of the South China Sea. He says this safety mechanism should be put in ... Media files: 9C9EC996-29DE-4C01-B603-6674586AAF7E_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Sierra Leone Choosing President, Parliament

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Sierra Leone Choosing President, Parliament Nov 17th 2012, 14:38 Voters in Sierra Leone are choosing a new president and parliament Saturday.   People formed long lines outside polling stations in the capital, Freetown, before the voting got under way.   Incumbent president, Ernest Bai Koroma, faces eight challengers, including main opposition candidate Julius Maada Bio.   Ahead of the polls, political parties urged their supporters to refrain from violence that marred the 2007 elections. Gregory Houel, who leads election observers from the ... Media files: 82BB0DF2-3849-4266-BB8E-4E6F21F4C8EE_cx0_cy6_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Efforts Mount to Conserve Wild Turkey Breeds

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Efforts Mount to Conserve Wild Turkey Breeds Nov 17th 2012, 13:59 On November 22, Americans observe Thanksgiving, an iconic harvest festival with roots in the nation's 17th-century settlement by European colonists. Roasted turkey is the traditional centerpiece. But the breeds of wild turkey on the table in early America have nearly disappeared, replaced by a domesticated bird that is bigger, faster-growing and cheaper to raise. Around the world, many traditional livestock breeds are disappearing as industrial meat production takes over from small ... Media files: DFB58829-8107-4762-B66E-BD2BEBE35CCE_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia

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Rights Issues High on Obama's Agenda in Asia Nov 17th 2012, 15:27 U.S. President Barack Obama is aboard Air Force One on his way to Asia, where he will visit Thailand, Burma and Cambodia on his first foreign trip since being re-elected earlier this month.   The trip underscores Obama's increased focus on Asia as he tries to fulfill his pledge to strengthen the U.S. economy during his second four-year term in office. The Obama administration has said that American foreign policy and engagement will "pivot" toward Asia in the future.   ... Media files: 4F8D09DF-05F3-4DBA-8D5D-D402729A1A28_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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