Voice of America: Obama Campaigns for Fiscal Plan

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Obama Campaigns for Fiscal Plan Dec 6th 2012, 21:52 President Barack Obama visited a family's home near Washington on Thursday as part of his campaign to persuade Congress to pass his economic plan.   Obama paid a visit to Tiffany and Richard Santana, who responded to his call asking Americans to use social media to express support for his fiscal plan.  Americans will face substantial tax increases and government budget cuts on January 1, if Congress does not pass and the president does not sign legislation to reduce the nation's ... Media files: E27C9FE1-FA8E-4368-B91D-77B95D240A7E_cx0_cy8_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Panetta: Syria Considering Using Chemical Weapons

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Panetta: Syria Considering Using Chemical Weapons Dec 6th 2012, 21:57 U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta said intelligence reports suggest the government of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is considering using chemical weapons against advancing rebels. The defense secretary's confirmation there is intelligence suggesting Syria is considering using chemical weapons follows media reports that quoted U.S. sources as saying Assad's forces have begun preparations to launch poison gas attacks. "There is no question that we remain very concerned, very concerned, ... Media files: 2125D8F2-B5F4-4423-A85A-EB475948855D_cx0_cy2_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: DRC Opposition Rejects Offer to Join M23 Talks

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DRC Opposition Rejects Offer to Join M23 Talks Dec 6th 2012, 19:45 Opposition parties in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have rejected an invitation by the government to attend talks with the M23 rebels in Kampala.  The talks are due to start on Friday. The government and the opposition are agreed on one thing - the opposition will not be at the Kampala meeting.  The leaders of four opposition groups in the DRC parliament were invited by the government, and the M23 had also said it wanted the opposition to be there.  Ruling party ... Media files: E655EAA8-AADF-4152-A753-AE26E9036561_cx0_cy6_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: China Warns Vietnam to Stop Oil Exploration in Disputed Region

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China Warns Vietnam to Stop Oil Exploration in Disputed Region Dec 6th 2012, 11:42 China has warned Vietnam to stop "unilateral oil and gas exploration" in disputed areas of the South China Sea, as the two countries' long-standing maritime dispute continues to heat up. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hong Lei's comments Thursday come after Vietnam's state-owned oil and gas company accused Chinese vessels of cutting a cable on one of its ships last week. Vietnam's foreign ministry calls the incident a "serious violation" of its ... Media files: 8304CEDC-5465-44B7-8C90-46DB857EEFB0_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Pakistani Family Fights Tradition of Paying Giving Daughters to Settle Debts

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Pakistani Family Fights Tradition of Paying Giving Daughters to Settle Debts Dec 6th 2012, 14:30 In recent years Pakistan has passed laws protecting women against having acid thrown on their faces or being killed to satisfy the honor of a family. Despite being legally banned, abuses against women continue.  However, there are stories of individuals who stand up when the law fails them. Asma was just four when her father refused to hand her over to another family. The family and tribal elders demanded she take the place of her sister, who had fled their home after being ... Media files: 2928649C-A3CB-49E3-8599-11138BE418F0_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Somali Pirate Attacks Plummet in 2012

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Somali Pirate Attacks Plummet in 2012 Dec 6th 2012, 20:31 Attacks by Somali pirates have fallen dramatically in 2012, a development chalked up to multi-national naval efforts, increased security measures by ships, and developments on land in Somalia.   In the Regional Marine Rescue Coordination Centre, overlooking the port in Mombasa, Kenya, officers watch monitors displaying the location of all the ships along the Horn of Africa.   Vessels continuously broadcast signals to the center, but if hijacked by pirates, the signal is cut ... Media files: C56D4F82-1F22-4073-8C4A-E7570518C0B8_cx0_cy15_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: DRC Opposition Rejects Offer to Join M23 Talks

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DRC Opposition Rejects Offer to Join M23 Talks Dec 6th 2012, 19:45 Opposition parties in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have rejected an invitation by the government to attend talks with the M23 rebels in Kampala.  The talks are due to start on Friday. The government and the opposition are agreed on one thing - the opposition will not be at the Kampala meeting.  The leaders of four opposition groups in the DRC parliament were invited by the government, and the M23 had also said it wanted the opposition to be there.  Ruling party ... Media files: E655EAA8-AADF-4152-A753-AE26E9036561_cx0_cy6_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Panetta: Syria Considering Using Chemical Weapons

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Panetta: Syria Considering Using Chemical Weapons Dec 6th 2012, 21:57 U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta said intelligence reports suggest the government of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is considering using chemical weapons against advancing rebels. The defense secretary's confirmation there is intelligence suggesting Syria is considering using chemical weapons follows media reports that quoted U.S. sources as saying Assad's forces have begun preparations to launch poison gas attacks. "There is no question that we remain very concerned, very concerned, ... Media files: 2125D8F2-B5F4-4423-A85A-EB475948855D_cx0_cy2_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Obama Campaigns for Fiscal Plan

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Obama Campaigns for Fiscal Plan Dec 6th 2012, 21:52 President Barack Obama visited a family's home near Washington on Thursday as part of his campaign to persuade Congress to pass his economic plan.   Obama paid a visit to Tiffany and Richard Santana, who responded to his call asking Americans to use social media to express support for his fiscal plan.  Americans will face substantial tax increases and government budget cuts on January 1, if Congress does not pass and the president does not sign legislation to reduce the nation's ... Media files: E27C9FE1-FA8E-4368-B91D-77B95D240A7E_cx0_cy8_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder

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Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder Dec 6th 2012, 21:56 Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi, speaking on national television Thursday amid anti-government protests gripping Cairo, says he will not tolerate killings or sabotage, and says many "thugs" are organizing to create disorder across the country. Morsi expressed sorrow over those killed and injured in protests gripping the capital, while insisting that dialogue is the only solution to the country's constitutional crisis. ​​He said seven people were killed outside the ... Media files: 2E054557-DB9B-4185-BC6B-AA52F3FF6BE2_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Eurozone Slashes Outlook

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Eurozone Slashes Outlook Dec 6th 2012, 21:01 The European Central Bank says the economic fortunes of the 17-nation euro currency bloc are likely to continue to decline next year and not advance again until late in 2013 and into 2014. Bank president Mario Draghi gave his assessment of the eurozone economy Thursday after the central bank kept its benchmark interest rate at a record low of three-quarters of a percent. "The economic weakness in the euro area is expected to extend into next year...," he said.  "Later in ... Media files: CC12E798-38C4-415F-8B53-50C9A265D2C8_cx0_cy15_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder

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Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder Dec 6th 2012, 21:56 Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi, speaking on national television Thursday amid anti-government protests gripping Cairo, says he will not tolerate killings or sabotage, and says many "thugs" are organizing to create disorder across the country. Morsi expressed sorrow over those killed and injured in protests gripping the capital, while insisting that dialogue is the only solution to the country's constitutional crisis. ​​He said seven people were killed outside the ... Media files: 2E054557-DB9B-4185-BC6B-AA52F3FF6BE2_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Eurozone Slashes Outlook

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Eurozone Slashes Outlook Dec 6th 2012, 21:01 The European Central Bank says the economic fortunes of the 17-nation euro currency bloc are likely to continue to decline next year and not advance again until late in 2013 and into 2014. Bank president Mario Draghi gave his assessment of the eurozone economy Thursday after the central bank kept its benchmark interest rate at a record low of three-quarters of a percent. "The economic weakness in the euro area is expected to extend into next year...," he said.  "Later in ... Media files: CC12E798-38C4-415F-8B53-50C9A265D2C8_cx0_cy15_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder

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Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder Dec 6th 2012, 21:56 Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi, speaking on national television Thursday amid anti-government protests gripping Cairo, says he will not tolerate killings or sabotage, and says many "thugs" are organizing to create disorder across the country. Morsi expressed sorrow over those killed and injured in protests gripping the capital, while insisting that dialogue is the only solution to the country's constitutional crisis. ​​He said seven people were killed outside the ... Media files: 2E054557-DB9B-4185-BC6B-AA52F3FF6BE2_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Eurozone Slashes Outlook

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Eurozone Slashes Outlook Dec 6th 2012, 21:01 The European Central Bank says the economic fortunes of the 17-nation euro currency bloc are likely to continue to decline next year and not advance again until late in 2013 and into 2014. Bank president Mario Draghi gave his assessment of the eurozone economy Thursday after the central bank kept its benchmark interest rate at a record low of three-quarters of a percent. "The economic weakness in the euro area is expected to extend into next year...," he said.  "Later in ... Media files: CC12E798-38C4-415F-8B53-50C9A265D2C8_cx0_cy15_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder

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Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder Dec 6th 2012, 21:56 Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi, speaking on national television Thursday amid anti-government protests gripping Cairo, says he will not tolerate killings or sabotage, and says many "thugs" are organizing to create disorder across the country. Morsi expressed sorrow over those killed and injured in protests gripping the capital, while insisting that dialogue is the only solution to the country's constitutional crisis. ​​He said seven people were killed outside the ... Media files: 2E054557-DB9B-4185-BC6B-AA52F3FF6BE2_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Eurozone Slashes Outlook

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Eurozone Slashes Outlook Dec 6th 2012, 21:01 The European Central Bank says the economic fortunes of the 17-nation euro currency bloc are likely to continue to decline next year and not advance again until late in 2013 and into 2014. Bank president Mario Draghi gave his assessment of the eurozone economy Thursday after the central bank kept its benchmark interest rate at a record low of three-quarters of a percent. "The economic weakness in the euro area is expected to extend into next year...," he said.  "Later in ... Media files: CC12E798-38C4-415F-8B53-50C9A265D2C8_cx0_cy15_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder

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Egyptian President: 'Thugs' Organizing to Create Disorder Dec 6th 2012, 21:56 Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi, speaking on national television Thursday amid anti-government protests gripping Cairo, says he will not tolerate killings or sabotage, and says many "thugs" are organizing to create disorder across the country. Morsi expressed sorrow over those killed and injured in protests gripping the capital, while insisting that dialogue is the only solution to the country's constitutional crisis. He said seven people were killed outside the presidential ... Media files: 2E054557-DB9B-4185-BC6B-AA52F3FF6BE2_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Eurozone Slashes Outlook

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Eurozone Slashes Outlook Dec 6th 2012, 21:01 The European Central Bank says the economic fortunes of the 17-nation euro currency bloc are likely to continue to decline next year and not advance again until late in 2013 and into 2014. Bank president Mario Draghi gave his assessment of the eurozone economy Thursday after the central bank kept its benchmark interest rate at a record low of three-quarters of a percent. "The economic weakness in the euro area is expected to extend into next year...," he said.  "Later in ... Media files: CC12E798-38C4-415F-8B53-50C9A265D2C8_cx0_cy15_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia

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US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia Dec 6th 2012, 20:15 The U.S. Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a bill that establishes permanent, normal trade relations between the United States and Russia. The vote was 92 to 4. The bill also contains a provision that would punish Russian human rights violators, which Moscow strongly rejects.   Republican Senator Rob Portman of Ohio, who served as U.S. Trade Representative under former President George W. Bush, said normalizing trade relations between the United States and Russia has ...

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Voice of America: US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia

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US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia Dec 6th 2012, 20:15 The U.S. Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a bill that establishes permanent, normal trade relations between the United States and Russia. The vote was 92 to 4. The bill also contains a provision that would punish Russian human rights violators, which Moscow strongly rejects.   Republican Senator Rob Portman of Ohio, who served as U.S. Trade Representative under former President George W. Bush, said normalizing trade relations between the United States and Russia has ...

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Voice of America: US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia

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US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia Dec 6th 2012, 20:15 The U.S. Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a bill that establishes permanent, normal trade relations between the United States and Russia. The vote was 92 to 4. The bill also contains a provision that would punish Russian human rights violators, which Moscow strongly rejects.   Republican Senator Rob Portman of Ohio, who served as U.S. Trade Representative under former President George W. Bush, said normalizing trade relations between the United States and Russia has ...

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Voice of America: US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia

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US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia Dec 6th 2012, 20:15 The U.S. Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a bill that establishes permanent, normal trade relations between the United States and Russia. The vote was 92 to 4. The bill also contains a provision that would punish Russian human rights violators, which Moscow strongly rejects.   Republican Senator Rob Portman of Ohio, who served as U.S. Trade Representative under former President George W. Bush, said normalizing trade relations between the United States and Russia has ...

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Voice of America: US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia

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US Senate Votes to Normalize Trade with Russia Dec 6th 2012, 20:15 The U.S. Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a bill that establishes permanent, normal trade relations between the United States and Russia. The vote was 92 to 4. The bill also contains a provision that would punish Russian human rights violators, which Moscow strongly rejects.   Republican Senator Rob Portman of Ohio, who served as U.S. Trade Representative under former President George W. Bush, said normalizing trade relations between the United States and Russia has ...

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Voice of America: Jordan's Muslim Brotherhood Raises Its Political Profile

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Jordan's Muslim Brotherhood Raises Its Political Profile Dec 6th 2012, 16:31 Jordan's monarchy largely stifles vigorous political dialogue, but the Muslim Brotherhood, banned for decades in neighboring countries, has long had a prominent voice in the kingdom. As Jordanians demand greater representation in their kingdom, the Brotherhood appears poised to step up even more. Jordanians' demands for change have been growing stronger, fueled by economic hardship and boiling over at times into a direct challenge to the monarch. But the Muslim Brotherhood, the most ... Media files: 962775E8-1433-4A19-BD80-643C003B3AB7_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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