Asia - Voice of America: Four South Koreans Being Held in China

Asia - Voice of America asia

Four South Koreans Being Held in China May 15th 2012, 17:22 SEOUL - South Korea's foreign ministry says China has been holding four of its citizens in Dandong, activists linked to North Korean refugees, since their arrest March 29 in Dalian. Spokesman Cho Byung-je says Seoul is asking Beijing to handle the case in a fair and swift manner. "South Korea understands that the investigation is proceeding based on procedures under Chinese law," said Cho, who did not comment on specific accusations because formal charges have yet to be ... Media files: 24E85A8F-65D0-4D3B-B94D-699E63093F97_cx0_cy7_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Americas - Voice of America: Horrific Violence in Mexico Likely to Affect July Presidential Election

Americas - Voice of America americas

Horrific Violence in Mexico Likely to Affect July Presidential Election May 15th 2012, 18:15 HOUSTON, TEXAS - The discovery of 49 decapitated and handless corpses on a highway near the city of Monterrey, in Mexico's northern Nuevo Leon state on Sunday, has drawn attention once again to the brutal drug war that has claimed more than 50,000 lives in that Latin American nation during the past six years.  Shortly before the discovery in Monterrey, dozens of bodies were found in the border city of Nuevo Laredo and in the central city of Guadalajara. In Nuevo Leon, authorities ... Media files: 0280E587-9A60-4589-9717-3FA6D660667E_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Economy - Voice of America: UN Fears for South Sudanese as Austerity Bites

Economy - Voice of America economy-and-business

UN Fears for South Sudanese as Austerity Bites May 15th 2012, 16:48 JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN - The United Nations has voiced concern about South Sudan's ailing economy and says its people could suffer from spiraling inflation in the coming months, while around half the population already faces food shortages.   South Sudan has taken in little revenue since January, when the government shut down oil production amid a dispute with Sudan over transit fees.   South Sudan's U.N. humanitarian coordinator, Lise Grande, said Tuesday the organization ... Media files: 2981A685-FC48-4ADB-957F-35D008AAFFEA_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America: Film Highlights Perils Faced By Iraqis Who Helped US

Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America arts-and-entertainment

Film Highlights Perils Faced By Iraqis Who Helped US Apr 27th 2012, 00:00 There are more than 3,000 names on Kirk Johnson 's list -- a list that has brought him incredible joy but which has also taken an emotional toll. The names are of Iraqis who worked alongside Americans as translators and advisers during the more than eight-year-long Iraq war and who now fear for their lives and their families' safety. Just last week, one was mailed a syringe filled with poison and a note telling him to inject himself before the senders did so themselves. ... Media files: 23043060-D4DD-4C48-959E-E9217FE39035_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America: Australian Musical Family Act The McClymonts Set Sights on US

Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America arts-and-entertainment

Australian Musical Family Act The McClymonts Set Sights on US May 4th 2012, 00:00 The McClymonts are taking Nashville's country music scene by storm. Sam, Brooke, and Mollie McClymont have enjoyed success in their native Australia where they are one of the hottest acts in Australian country music. The McClymont sisters are Australia's latest musical export. Sam says their three-part harmonies and soaring vocals have developed over a lifetime of performing together. "We were singing since we were very little, solo and together. We always knew we liked singing together, ...

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Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America: Spears 'X Factor' Deal in the Works; Jackson Brothers to Launch 'Unity Tour'

Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America arts-and-entertainment

Spears 'X Factor' Deal in the Works; Jackson Brothers to Launch 'Unity Tour' Apr 23rd 2012, 00:00 Spears X Factor Deal in the Works TMZ reports that Britney Spears is close to signing a $15-million deal to be a judge on the second season of America's X Factor. Creator Simon Cowell dismissed X Factor judges Nicole Scherzinger and Paula Abdul following the show's debut season.  Host Steve Jones was also let go.  An official statement regarding the signing of Spears will reportedly be made within the next week. Jackson Brothers to Launch 'Unity Tour' Michael ... Media files: E2EC68E4-ABE9-4C4B-B324-D41E352BAFF7_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America: After Tour, Jacksons to Release Album; Dylan Among Presidential Medal Honorees

Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America arts-and-entertainment

After Tour, Jacksons to Release Album; Dylan Among Presidential Medal Honorees Apr 30th 2012, 00:00 After Tour, Jacksons to Release Album Following the recent announcement that the Jacksons are planning their first tour in almost 30 years, Jackie Jackson told Billboard.com that the group will also record a new album.   "That's what we gotta do - right after the tour, we're gonna go back into the studio and start recording some new music.  I can't wait,"  he said.  Jackie, Jermaine, Tito and Marlon will launch their "Unity Tour" on June 18 in Louisville, ... Media files: 7C014227-90C1-4BDC-8852-4FAE41F9B7D1_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America: Miro's Political Side on Display

Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America arts-and-entertainment

Miro's Political Side on Display May 4th 2012, 00:00 Joan Miro, who died almost 30 years ago, is one of the great European painters of the twentieth century.  The Spanish artist is most famous for his whimsical abstractions.  But less known is that some of his work was a reaction to the Spanish Civil War, World War II and General Francisco Franco's 36-year rule that ended in 1975.  Now, a large exhibit of Miro's work is at Washington's National Gallery of Art. But for the first time, a museum in the United States ...

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Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America: Bruce Springsteen Headlines Jazz Fest

Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America arts-and-entertainment

Bruce Springsteen Headlines Jazz Fest Apr 25th 2012, 00:00 Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band are set to headline the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival on April 29.  It's been six years since Springsteen made his first appearance at Jazz Fest.  New Orleans was still reeling from Hurricane Katrina which had devastated much of the city eight months earlier.  His latest excursion marks the festival debut of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, who acknowledge New Orleans on the lead single from ... Media files: 342DFB89-7449-4ECD-8340-32D893E442D6_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America: Munch's 'Scream' Sets Art Auction Record

Arts & Entertainment - Voice of America arts-and-entertainment

Munch's 'Scream' Sets Art Auction Record May 3rd 2012, 00:00 One of the world's most famous paintings, Edvard Munch's "The Scream," sold for nearly $120 million on Wednesday, setting a record for the most expensive artwork sold at auction. Sotheby's auction house in New York opened bidding for Munch's iconic 1895 painting - one of the most recognizable works of art in the world - at $40 million. Within 15 minutes, bidding climbed to nearly $120 million. The purchaser was not identified. The seller, Norwegian businessman ... Media files: BF318C5F-006E-4BFA-803F-7F03C77C247F_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.JPG (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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