Voice of America: US Moves to Sell Advanced Spy Drones to South Korea

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US Moves to Sell Advanced Spy Drones to South Korea Dec 26th 2012, 00:44 The Obama administration has formally proposed the sale of advanced spy drones to South Korea, in a push to boost the Seoul government's ability to protect itself from attacks by the heavily-militarized North. The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency said in a statement that it has officially notified Congress of the proposed $1.2 billion deal for four high-altitude Global Hawk remotely piloted aircraft, as well as training and logistical support.  Analysts say congressional ... Media files: 0FA931E6-D0C4-4355-9E47-F0D675B1E091_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Analysts: Bad Weather, Violence Weaken US Pre-Holiday Retail Sales

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Analysts: Bad Weather, Violence Weaken US Pre-Holiday Retail Sales Dec 26th 2012, 00:53 Economists say a combination of natural and man-made disasters led to unexpectedly weak U.S. retail sales in the crucial two months before Christmas. MasterCard Advisors SpendingPulse, which tracks retail spending, reports that sales rose just 0.7 percent over the same October-to-December period last year. MasterCard says October's Superstorm Sandy affected sales in the Northeast while the murders of 20 schoolchildren and six teachers in Connecticut earlier this month put many people ...

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Voice of America: US Moves to Sell Advanced Spy Drones to South Korea

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

US Moves to Sell Advanced Spy Drones to South Korea Dec 26th 2012, 00:44 The Obama administration has formally proposed the sale of advanced spy drones to South Korea, in a push to boost the Seoul government's ability to protect itself from attacks by the heavily-militarized North. The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency said in a statement that it has officially notified Congress of the proposed $1.2 billion deal for four high-altitude Global Hawk remotely piloted aircraft, as well as training and logistical support.  Analysts say congressional ... Media files: 0FA931E6-D0C4-4355-9E47-F0D675B1E091_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Christmas Provides Connecticut Town a Break From Mourning

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Christmas Provides Connecticut Town a Break From Mourning Dec 25th 2012, 12:22 Christmas has helped the grieving Connecticut town of Newtown cope a little better with the shooting tragedy earlier this month, and allowed some people to finally smile.        Though more somber than a typical Christmas, the holiday has given Newtown a respite from the mourning. All the funerals for the victims have concluded.        "We're getting through this with our faith and our prayer. People are smiling a little ... Media files: 72E1ADE0-54A7-4421-A2E7-6228FB2C2E08_cx0_cy9_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Refugees in South Africa Hopeful at Christmas

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Refugees in South Africa Hopeful at Christmas Dec 25th 2012, 11:56 In South Africa, the Christmas Eve Mass was the occasion for refugees from all parts of Africa to get together and express their belief in a better life, despite the difficulties many face in finding their place in South Africa. The benches of the little Central Methodist Church in downtown Johannesburg are a patchwork of nationalities. The worshippers come from various countries: mostly Zimbabwe, but also Malawi, DRC, Mozambique, Nigeria... It is the most cosmopolitan church in the country, ... Media files: A9C262CA-E246-47BE-8C90-08B57455F9EB_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Christmas Provides Connecticut Town a Break From Mourning

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Christmas Provides Connecticut Town a Break From Mourning Dec 25th 2012, 12:22 Christmas has helped the grieving Connecticut town of Newtown cope a little better with the shooting tragedy earlier this month, and allowed some people to finally smile.        Though more somber than a typical Christmas, the holiday has given Newtown a respite from the mourning. All the funerals for the victims have concluded.        "We're getting through this with our faith and our prayer. People are smiling a little ... Media files: 72E1ADE0-54A7-4421-A2E7-6228FB2C2E08_cx0_cy9_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Israel Says No Proof Poison Gas Used in Syria

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Israel Says No Proof Poison Gas Used in Syria Dec 25th 2012, 13:08 Israel voiced doubt on Tuesday about the accuracy of Syrian activists' reports that chemical weapons had been used against rebels fighting to topple President Bashar al-Assad. "We have seen reports from the opposition. It is not the first time. The opposition has an interest in drawing in international military intervention,'' Vice Prime Minister Moshe Yaalon said on Army Radio. "As things stand now, we do not have any confirmation or  proof that [chemical weapons] ... Media files: 22809DD0-3C27-4ECE-9EAD-254A30CC9444_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Refugees in South Africa Hopeful at Christmas

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

Refugees in South Africa Hopeful at Christmas Dec 25th 2012, 11:56 In South Africa, the Christmas Eve Mass was the occasion for refugees from all parts of Africa to get together and express their belief in a better life, despite the difficulties many face in finding their place in South Africa. The benches of the little Central Methodist Church in downtown Johannesburg are a patchwork of nationalities. The worshippers come from various countries: mostly Zimbabwe, but also Malawi, DRC, Mozambique, Nigeria... It is the most cosmopolitan church in the country, ... Media files: A9C262CA-E246-47BE-8C90-08B57455F9EB_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Beyonce Signs Pepsi Deal; Bruno Mars Tops Billboard 200

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Beyonce Signs Pepsi Deal; Bruno Mars Tops Billboard 200 Dec 25th 2012, 11:18 R&B superstar Beyonce has signed a multi-year endorsement deal with Pepsi reportedly worth $50 million.  The campaign includes television and radio commercials, magazine ads and a limited-edition run of her image on Pepsi cans.  The only other artist to be pictured on a Pepsi can was Michael Jackson.  The Beyonce edition will be available in early 2013.  Pepsi is sponsoring the February 3 Super Bowl XLVII halftime show, which Beyonce will headline. Bruno Mars Tops ... Media files: 94F07A24-4357-494E-B3DA-27313FE4D484_cx0_cy3_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Christmas Provides Connecticut Town a Break From Mourning

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Christmas Provides Connecticut Town a Break From Mourning Dec 25th 2012, 12:22 Christmas has helped the grieving Connecticut town of Newtown cope a little better with the shooting tragedy earlier this month, and allowed some people to finally smile.        Though more somber than a typical Christmas, the holiday has given Newtown a respite from the mourning. All the funerals for the victims have concluded.        "We're getting through this with our faith and our prayer. People are smiling a little ... Media files: 72E1ADE0-54A7-4421-A2E7-6228FB2C2E08_cx0_cy9_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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