Asia - Voice of America: Soil Degradation Poses Risk to Earth's Future

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Soil Degradation Poses Risk to Earth's Future Jul 17th 2012, 12:11 SYDNEY – Scientists at an international symposium in Australia say soil degradation is posing significant challenges for the future of humanity and the planet.  The conference is examining the importance of soil security in fighting the effects of climate change and protecting food supplies in poorer countries.    Conference organizers say soil degradation is a more serious threat to human health than climate change, yet it is rarely discussed in the media or by governments. ... Media files: 712C2959-C0B7-4D70-8D0A-8EA71CD820AD_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: FAO Warns of Locust Threat in Mali and Niger

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FAO Warns of Locust Threat in Mali and Niger Jul 17th 2012, 13:24 Heavy rains have fallen over the past three weeks in northern Mali and Niger and that's resulted in growing swarms of Desert locusts. Efforts are underway to contain the insects in a region that's already food insecure. They may be called Desert locusts, but they like rain. Keith Cressman is a Senior Locust Forecasting Officer for the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization. "Locusts exist normally at most times of the year in desert areas anywhere between West Africa and western India. ... Media files: 0FB62B3D-87AB-42DC-B450-37506827FCF5_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: Controversy Surrounds Commercializing of Mandela's Image

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Controversy Surrounds Commercializing of Mandela's Image Jul 17th 2012, 11:46 JOHANNESBURG — Nelson Mandela turns 94 on Wednesday, July 18.  Despite being retired from public life, a recent study shows that the South African national hero is the second most well-known brand in the world, just behind Coca-Cola. Loved by everyone, the former president is bankable, and controlling the commercialization of his image is an everyday struggle. 46664 fashion line Green, red, striped... the new collection of the 46664 fashion line does resemble the style of shorts worn ... Media files: DFC8A568-3EFC-40FF-9954-C8CFA87D9D9B_cx0_cy4_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: Mali Journalists Stage "News Blackout"

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Mali Journalists Stage "News Blackout" Jul 17th 2012, 11:36 DAKAR — Journalists in Mali are observing a "news blackout" and holding a march in the capital, Bamako, to protest kidnappings and beatings of journalists in recent months.   Mali has become increasingly dangerous for reporters in the political chaos that has followed the March coup d'état. Local news organizations halted production of newspapers and radio news programs Tuesday in response to violence against  journalists in Mali - attacks local reporters say are ... Media files: 59BC5334-912B-4A48-8C09-C1447C774C4E_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Asia - Voice of America: Report Says Terrorist Regrouping in Indonesia

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Report Says Terrorist Regrouping in Indonesia Jul 17th 2012, 10:54 JAKARTA — There has not been a major terrorist attack in Indonesia since the Bali bombings in 2002, but that does not mean the threat does not linger.  An International Crisis Group report suggests terrorists are regrouping in increasingly sophisticated ways. The report describes terrorist networks in Indonesia as weak, divided and even somewhat inept in recent years.  But it also points to rising activity on radical websites and chat forums, and increasingly sophisticated methods ... Media files: D2035073-284D-4BCC-AF6B-EE2B04E7E814_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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USA - Voice of America: US Group Invites Aung San Suu Kyi to Receive Award

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US Group Invites Aung San Suu Kyi to Receive Award Jul 17th 2012, 11:04 A U.S.-based advocacy group has invited Burmese democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi to New York to accept an award for global citizenship. The Atlantic Council says it will honor Aung San Suu Kyi on September 21 with its Global Citizen Award. The group cited her "unwavering devotion to democracy and human rights," calling her "an international symbol of freedom and human dignity." Aung San Suu Kyi, who did not confirm she will attend the event, has not visited the U.S. ... Media files: C16E36B4-BC44-497B-9442-CE4D951857EB_cx0_cy1_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Asia - Voice of America: US Group Invites Aung San Suu Kyi to Receive Award

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US Group Invites Aung San Suu Kyi to Receive Award Jul 17th 2012, 11:04 A U.S.-based advocacy group has invited Burmese democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi to New York to accept an award for global citizenship. The Atlantic Council says it will honor Aung San Suu Kyi on September 21 with its Global Citizen Award. The group cited her "unwavering devotion to democracy and human rights," calling her "an international symbol of freedom and human dignity." Aung San Suu Kyi, who did not confirm she will attend the event, has not visited the U.S. ... Media files: C16E36B4-BC44-497B-9442-CE4D951857EB_cx0_cy1_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Asia - Voice of America: Philippines Wary of Chinese Fishing Boats Near Spratlys

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Philippines Wary of Chinese Fishing Boats Near Spratlys Jul 17th 2012, 10:26 MANILA — The Philippines is expressing concern over 30 Chinese vessels that have settled near a reef among some disputed islands it partially claims in the South China Sea.  The boats arrived from Hainan province Sunday, just days after a heated regional forum that ended with no consensus over how to address territorial disputes in the region.    Chinese news agencies say the fleet of fishing vessels near Yongshu Reef is accompanied by a 3,000-ton reinforcement ship and a ... Media files: D813D1EC-74FC-4858-83C2-F0D4A3526241_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Asia - Voice of America: UN Chief Visits China Ahead of Security Council Showdown on Syria

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UN Chief Visits China Ahead of Security Council Showdown on Syria Jul 17th 2012, 08:52 U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is heading to China amid a looming showdown at the U.N. Security Council over two competing resolutions on Syria. Ban's trip will include talks with President Hu Jintao, and his arrival comes as the official People's Daily newspaper ran a commentary rejecting foreign intervention in the Syrian crisis. "Sovereign equality and noninterference in internal affairs is a red line that must not be crossed," the commentary said.  "A ... Media files: 546F33DB-91A5-448E-95F2-F03FE4A6D381_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: Governments Urged to Make International Justice a Priority

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Governments Urged to Make International Justice a Priority Jul 17th 2012, 05:56 An alliance of civil society organizations has called on governments worldwide to make a firm commitment to make international justice a priority.  The Coalition for the ICC said governments should also do more to hold accountable those suspected of committing the gravest crimes.  The appeal comes as the world celebrates International Justice Day Tuesday, July 17. The day is set aside to commemorate the adoption of the Rome Statute, the founding treaty of the International ... Media files: D15E2F05-93B6-49B1-852D-CBE488277DE6_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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