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February 06, 2020
Tourists Visiting Hollywood for the Oscars Unconcerned About Coronavirus

But the health scare doesn’t seem to impress many tourists visiting Los Angeles to watch the upcoming Oscars ceremony this weekend
February 06, 2020
Tourists Visiting Hollywood for the Oscars Unconcerned About Coronavirus

As the number of U.S. cases of coronavirus continues to inch upward, some people are getting panicky. But the health scare doesn’t seem to impress many tourists visiting Los Angeles to watch the upcoming Oscars ceremony this weekend. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story narrated by Anna Rice
February 04, 2020
The Stories Behind The Academy Awards

Many of Oscar events and traditions go back decades – to the time when Hollywood actors weren't multi-millionaires and the award ceremony was invented
November 03, 2019
California Becomes First US State To Ban Sale Of Animal Fur Products

In October, California became the first US state to ban sales of animal fur products – the state’s governor signed a series of laws that ban sales of new clothing and accessories made of fur, as well as prohibiting wild animals at circuses. The decision made animal lovers happy but isn't selling well with stores that sell fur. Angelia Bagdasaryan has the story narrated by Anna Rice.
November 02, 2019
California Becomes First US State To Ban Sale Of Animal Fur Products

In October, California became the first US state to ban sales of animal fur products – the state’s governor signed a series of laws that ban sales of new clothing and accessories made of fur, as well as prohibiting wild animals at circuses. The decision made animal lovers happy but isn't selling well with stores that sell fur. Angelia Bagdasaryan has the story narrated by Anna Rice.
November 01, 2019
Recycled and Recyclable: LA Designer Makes Vegan Shoes

In Los Angeles, vegan fashion is a thing now, and retailers are doing their best to meet growing demand for cruelty-free clothing and footwear
November 01, 2019
Recycled and Recyclable: LA Designer Makes Vegan Shoes

For people who have removed all animal products from their diets, making sure they're not wearing anything made from an animal, like leather shoes, seems like a natural progression. One designer in California devoted quite a bit of time and energy to creating sneakers that are not only made from recycled materials but are fully recyclable themselves. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story, narrated by Anna Rice.
October 10, 2019
America’s First Cannabis Café Opens In West Hollywood

America’s first cannabis café has opened its doors to customers in Los Angeles. The main ingredient in almost everything on the menu is marijuana. Angelina Bagdasaryan visited the new venue and has more in this report narrated by Anna Rice.
October 10, 2019
America’s First Cannabis Café Opens In West Hollywood

America’s first cannabis café has opened its doors to customers in Los Angeles. The main ingredient in almost everything on the menu is marijuana. Angelina Bagdasaryan visited the new venue and has more in this report narrated by Anna Rice.
August 22, 2019
Dancing Through Depression in Beach Therapy

Spending time on the beach and dancing away pain, fear and despair is what Los Angeles dance movement therapist Julia Vishnepolsky helps her patients do to reduce stress and anxiety while learning how to be at peace with their lives. Angelina Bagdasaryan met with the therapist to learn more about the power of dance. Anna Rice narrates her story.
August 22, 2019
Dancing Through Depression in Beach Therapy in Los Angeles

Spending time on the beach and dancing away pain, fear and despair is what Los Angeles dance movement therapist Julia Vishnepolsky helps her patients do to reduce stress and anxiety while learning how to be at peace with their lives. Angelina Bagdasaryan met with the therapist to learn more about the power of dance. Anna Rice narrates her story.
August 09, 2019
Los Angeles Parking Program Helps Homeless People Feel Safe

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority says more than 15,000 people in Los Angeles County in the state of California live in their cars. It's not just uncomfortable, it's also unsafe. To make their life a little easier, a nonprofit called Safe Parking LA was founded in 2016 and is creating what they call "Safe Parking Lots." Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story narrated by Anna Rice.
August 09, 2019
Los Angeles Parking Program Helps Homeless People Feel Safe

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority says more than 15,000 people in Los Angeles County in the state of California live in their cars. It's not just uncomfortable, but also unsafe. To make their life a little easier, a nonprofit called Safe Parking LA was founded in 2016 and is creating what they call "Safe Parking Lots." Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story narrated by Anna Rice.
July 23, 2019
Los Angeles Tests Special Coating to Cool Roads

The hot summer months often mean very hot asphalt roads. The dark asphalt absorbs more light and emits more heat. But now the city of Los Angeles is trying to find a way to cool off these asphalt roads, and is testing so-called cool pavement. Officials say a special coating helps lower the surface temperature by 10 degrees Fahrenheit or more. Angelina Bagdasaryan has this report narrated by Anna Rice.
July 22, 2019
Los Angeles Tests Special Coating to Cool Roads

The hot summer months often mean very hot asphalt roads. The dark asphalt absorbs more light and emits more heat. But now the city of Los Angeles is trying to find a way to cool off these asphalt roads, and is testing so-called cool pavement. Officials say a special coating helps lower the surface temperature by 10 degrees Fahrenheit or more. Angelina Bagdasaryan has this report narrated by Anna Rice.
June 08, 2019
College Students Find Home in California Shelter

With housing and higher education prices running extremely high, a large number of college students in California find themselves homeless and unable to afford even a room in a dorm. To address the problem, a University of California, Los Angeles organization run by students opened a homeless shelter to help others who have no place to live. For VOA, Angelina Bagdasaryan visited the shelter and has this story narrated by Anna Rice.
May 28, 2019
Porkchop The Pig Wins Los Angeles Hearts

Los Angeles residents are smitten and charmed by a new local who loves to stroll along the city streets. Lately all eyes have been on "Porkchop" – a pet pig. Its owner loves to take it to the most popular city venues. Angelina Bagdasaryan met the unusual pair and has more in this story narrated by Anna Rice.
May 04, 2019
Dwarf Goats Are Stars of Party Life in Los Angeles

New party animals in Los Angeles are literally, well, animals. Parties with dwarf goats are quickly gaining popularity in the City of Angels. Angelina Bagdasaryan crashed one such party to see what it is like to hang out with goats. Anna Rice narrates her story.
April 07, 2019
Pretty Poppies Create Traffic Jam in California

The state of California is experiencing a super-bloom of poppy flowers this spring, with new fields blooming throughout the southern part of the state following massive rains that ended a long drought. The magnificent poppy blooms have attracted tens of thousands of people, causing massive traffic tie ups in small cities such as Lake Elsinore. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story, narrated by Anna Rice.
March 31, 2019
Neonatal Cuddlers Help Babies Get a Good Start

The environment in a neonatal intensive care unit can be overwhelming, as staff care for infants who are ill or were born premature. Many exhausted parents and loved ones can't be with their newborns around the clock, but at one Long Beach, Calif., hospital, trained volunteers are stepping in to help. Known as NICU cuddlers, they give infants the human touch that is so vital to every baby. For VOA, Angelina Bagdasaryan visited the hospital and has this story, narrated by Anna Rice.

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