Voice of America: Zoo Carousel Combines Conservation with Fun

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

Zoo Carousel Combines Conservation with Fun Feb 1st 2013, 15:54 The Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington D.C., is known for its giant pandas and other exotic animals. But a different kind of animal-themed attraction has captivated visitors since opening this past November.   Sunny-side up At first glance, the zoo's Speedwell Conservation Carousel looks like any ordinary merry-go-round. But this latest draw at the popular zoological park is special in two ways. First, it's solar powered; one of only two carousels in the world which ... Media files: 40129310-63A6-4066-9DEF-55175D42C919_cx10_cy6_cw90_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Smog Stokes China Pollution Debate

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Smog Stokes China Pollution Debate Feb 1st 2013, 14:22 Large parts of China were blanketed by smog this week as choking pollution loomed well above levels considered healthy. The long stretch of polluted days has intensified the debate in cities such as Beijing over just what can be done to clear the air. For many in China, pollution in January was miserable.  Tiny hazardous pollutant particles in the air, or PM 2.5, reached unhealthy levels for long stretches. During the last week of the month, smog hung over cities and towns from Liaoning ... Media files: 4DB45D03-66A3-4723-8D0E-845EBC63ECFE_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: US ECONOMY

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US ECONOMY Feb 1st 2013, 16:08 The White House says Friday's new jobs numbers show the U.S. economy is "continuing to heal," but warns Congress to act to avoid looming spending cuts. White House economist Alan Krueger says U.S. lawmakers should avoid automatic, across-the-board spending cuts set for March 1 and instead adopt new policies balancing revenue and spending. The government reported Friday that employers added 157,000 jobs in January, while the unemployment rate rose one-tenth of a point to 7.9 ...

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Voice of America: Smog Stokes China Pollution Debate

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

Smog Stokes China Pollution Debate Feb 1st 2013, 14:22 Large parts of China were blanketed by smog this week as choking pollution loomed well above levels considered healthy. The long stretch of polluted days has intensified the debate in cities such as Beijing over just what can be done to clear the air. For many in China, pollution in January was miserable.  Tiny hazardous pollutant particles in the air, or PM 2.5, reached unhealthy levels for long stretches. During the last week of the month, smog hung over cities and towns from Liaoning ... Media files: 4DB45D03-66A3-4723-8D0E-845EBC63ECFE_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Zoo Carousel Combines Conservation with Fun

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Zoo Carousel Combines Conservation with Fun Feb 1st 2013, 15:54 The Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington D.C., is known for its giant pandas and other exotic animals. But a different kind of animal-themed attraction has captivated visitors since opening this past November.   Sunny-side up At first glance, the zoo's Speedwell Conservation Carousel looks like any ordinary merry-go-round. But this latest draw at the popular zoological park is special in two ways. First, it's solar powered; one of only two carousels in the world which ... Media files: 40129310-63A6-4066-9DEF-55175D42C919_cx10_cy6_cw90_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: US ECONOMY

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US ECONOMY Feb 1st 2013, 16:08 The White House says Friday's new jobs numbers show the U.S. economy is "continuing to heal," but warns Congress to act to avoid looming spending cuts. White House economist Alan Krueger says U.S. lawmakers should avoid automatic, across-the-board spending cuts set for March 1 and instead adopt new policies balancing revenue and spending. The government reported Friday that employers added 157,000 jobs in January, while the unemployment rate rose one-tenth of a point to 7.9 ...

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Voice of America: Smog Stokes China Pollution Debate

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

Smog Stokes China Pollution Debate Feb 1st 2013, 14:22 Large parts of China were blanketed by smog this week as choking pollution loomed well above levels considered healthy. The long stretch of polluted days has intensified the debate in cities such as Beijing over just what can be done to clear the air. For many in China, pollution in January was miserable.  Tiny hazardous pollutant particles in the air, or PM 2.5, reached unhealthy levels for long stretches. During the last week of the month, smog hung over cities and towns from Liaoning ... Media files: 4DB45D03-66A3-4723-8D0E-845EBC63ECFE_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Zoo Carousel Combines Conservation with Fun

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

Zoo Carousel Combines Conservation with Fun Feb 1st 2013, 15:54 The Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington D.C., is known for its giant pandas and other exotic animals. But a different kind of animal-themed attraction has captivated visitors since opening this past November.   Sunny-side up At first glance, the zoo's Speedwell Conservation Carousel looks like any ordinary merry-go-round. But this latest draw at the popular zoological park is special in two ways. First, it's solar powered; one of only two carousels in the world which ... Media files: 40129310-63A6-4066-9DEF-55175D42C919_cx10_cy6_cw90_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: US Employment Report Points to Steady Growth

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US Employment Report Points to Steady Growth Feb 1st 2013, 15:13 U.S. employment grew modestly in January and gains in the prior two months were bigger than initially reported, supporting views the economy's sluggish recovery was on track despite a surprise contraction in output in the final three months of 2012.   Employers added 157,000 jobs to their payrolls last month, the Labor Department said on Friday. There were 127,000 more jobs created in November and December than previously reported. The unemployment rate, however, edged up 0.1 ... Media files: 38D4FE78-CD74-4014-B594-C22DC89A1FEB_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: French-Backed Malian Forces Secure Former Rebel Stronghold

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French-Backed Malian Forces Secure Former Rebel Stronghold Feb 1st 2013, 14:57 French-backed Malian forces are securing the town of Kidal, the last major stronghold of Islamist militants in the country's north. ​​Military officials say Friday that Islamist rebels have left the town near the Algerian border and are believed to be hiding in the surrounding mountains and desert. An official with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says the first phase of the international operation in Mali is about to end. Political director Abdel-Fatau Musah said ... Media files: 8CED6A45-1F11-49D0-8CE6-383C64396EEB_cx0_cy5_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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