Asia - Voice of America: ADB to Help Turn Philippines' Trash to Energy

Asia - Voice of America asia

ADB to Help Turn Philippines' Trash to Energy Aug 31st 2012, 13:22 Mountains of garbage could soon become a valuable source of energy in the Philippines, where waste management has long posed a serious environmental concern. The Asian Development Bank says it is teaming up with Procter & Gamble to consider "waste-to-energy" plants that could generate up to two megawatts of power using trash from homes and businesses. The bank has approved a $385,000 technical assistance plan to help determine the viability of the plants, which could be in place ... Media files: 422F77E5-657D-4E9B-AF9F-65C4AF3FF281_cx0_cy2_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Asia - Voice of America: India’s Economic Growth Slips to 3 Year Low

Asia - Voice of America asia

India's Economic Growth Slips to 3 Year Low Aug 31st 2012, 13:01 NEW DELHI — Economic growth in India has slipped to a three-year low, confirming a sharp slowdown in Asia's economy.   The 5.5 percent economic growth from April to June was slightly higher than in the previous three months. But it brought no cheer to a country where the economy has stalled in recent months. Virtually all sectors such as manufacturing, services and agriculture posted slower growth compared to the same period last year, said Dharmakirti Joshi, chief economist at ratings ... Media files: 5768E2A5-8AA1-4678-BB69-7197493BFD0E_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Asia - Voice of America: Analysts Question Apple Labor Audit at Foxconn Factories

Asia - Voice of America asia

Analysts Question Apple Labor Audit at Foxconn Factories Aug 31st 2012, 13:46 HONG KONG —  An audit shows working conditions have improved at Chinese factories that make Apple electronic devices. But critics said more work is still needed before the plants meet standards set by Chinese law. The Fair Labor Association commended Apple and its principal manufacturing contractor, Foxconn, for improving factory safety and moving to reduce maximum working hours at three plants in China that employ over 150,000 people.   Apple was the first electronics firm to join ... Media files: 3853E6D4-E2AE-49CA-83A2-9C511F985497_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Economy - Voice of America: India’s Economic Growth Slips to 3 Year Low

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India's Economic Growth Slips to 3 Year Low Aug 31st 2012, 13:01 NEW DELHI — Economic growth in India has slipped to a three-year low, confirming a sharp slowdown in Asia's economy.   The 5.5 percent economic growth from April to June was slightly higher than in the previous three months. But it brought no cheer to a country where the economy has stalled in recent months. Virtually all sectors such as manufacturing, services and agriculture posted slower growth compared to the same period last year, said Dharmakirti Joshi, chief economist at ratings ... Media files: 5768E2A5-8AA1-4678-BB69-7197493BFD0E_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Economy - Voice of America: World Bank: Droughts Pushing Food Prices Sharply Higher

Economy - Voice of America economy-and-business

World Bank: Droughts Pushing Food Prices Sharply Higher Aug 31st 2012, 13:47 The World Bank says droughts in the United States and Eastern Europe are pushing global food prices sharply higher. The international lending agency says that prices surged 10 percent in July, with the cost of vital corn and soybean crops reaching all-time highs. Soaring summertime temperatures in the U.S. and Eastern Europe have left many farmlands scorched and plants withered. Overall, the World Bank said its Food Price Index that tracks internationally traded food commodities was 6 ... Media files: FE12C177-6324-4CEB-ABC5-BD961343985C_cx0_cy3_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Africa - Voice of America: Ex-Somali PM Ordered to Pay Plaintiffs in War Crimes Case

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Ex-Somali PM Ordered to Pay Plaintiffs in War Crimes Case Aug 31st 2012, 12:55 A U.S. court has ordered a former Somali prime minister to pay $21 million to victims of torture and human rights abuses while he was in office.  A federal district court near Washington ruled that Mohamed Ali Samantar must pay damages to victims of torture and human rights abuses during the 1980s. Samantar was a senior general under former Somali dictator Mohamed Siad Barre, who was overthrown in 1991.  At different times, he served as vice president, defense minister and prime ...

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USA - Voice of America: Analysts Question Apple Labor Audit at Foxconn Factories

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Analysts Question Apple Labor Audit at Foxconn Factories Aug 31st 2012, 13:46 HONG KONG —  An audit shows working conditions have improved at Chinese factories that make Apple electronic devices. But critics said more work is still needed before the plants meet standards set by Chinese law. The Fair Labor Association commended Apple and its principal manufacturing contractor, Foxconn, for improving factory safety and moving to reduce maximum working hours at three plants in China that employ over 150,000 people.   Apple was the first electronics firm to join ... Media files: 3853E6D4-E2AE-49CA-83A2-9C511F985497_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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USA - Voice of America: Ex-Somali PM Ordered to Pay Plaintiffs in War Crimes Case

USA - Voice of America usa

Ex-Somali PM Ordered to Pay Plaintiffs in War Crimes Case Aug 31st 2012, 12:55 A U.S. court has ordered a former Somali prime minister to pay $21 million to victims of torture and human rights abuses while he was in office.  A federal district court near Washington ruled that Mohamed Ali Samantar must pay damages to victims of torture and human rights abuses during the 1980s. Samantar was a senior general under former Somali dictator Mohamed Siad Barre, who was overthrown in 1991.  At different times, he served as vice president, defense minister and prime ...

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USA - Voice of America: Artist Creates Wood Sculptures With a Chainsaw

USA - Voice of America usa

Artist Creates Wood Sculptures With a Chainsaw Aug 30th 2012, 20:19 TIMONIUM, Maryland — When you hear the word artist, you usually think of a painter or photographer. Marty Long creates art in an unusual way, though. He uses a chainsaw to carve sculptures out of wood, and this accomplished artist recently demonstrated his craft. Long shows off his skill, speed carving an owl in just 45 minutes. "I love chainsaw carving. It's art. It's fun. People love it. It makes people smile," he said. Long began his career carving ice sculptures, also with a chainsaw. ... Media files: BF2BC36A-E8F4-4DF1-ACF0-4667DF52B108_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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USA - Voice of America: World Bank: Droughts Pushing Food Prices Sharply Higher

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World Bank: Droughts Pushing Food Prices Sharply Higher Aug 31st 2012, 13:47 The World Bank says droughts in the United States and Eastern Europe are pushing global food prices sharply higher. The international lending agency says that prices surged 10 percent in July, with the cost of vital corn and soybean crops reaching all-time highs. Soaring summertime temperatures in the U.S. and Eastern Europe have left many farmlands scorched and plants withered. Overall, the World Bank said its Food Price Index that tracks internationally traded food commodities was 6 ... Media files: FE12C177-6324-4CEB-ABC5-BD961343985C_cx0_cy3_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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