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June 18, 2014
In Ipanema, Brazilians Pour Into Bars to Watch World Cup

VOA visits a bar where locals gather to watch the 'Seleção' or Brazilian national team
June 16, 2014
Copacabana Beach Draws World Cup Fans From Near, Far

It's a great time to be a fan at the biggest soccer party of the year in Rio de Janeiro
June 16, 2014
Copacabana Beach Draws World Cup Fans From Near, Far

Fans from around the globe have congregated on the world-famous Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro to celebrate the 2014 World Cup tournament. VOA’s Brian Allen shows what it’s like to be a fan at the biggest soccer party of the year.
June 15, 2014
World Cup Fans Gather Atop Sugarloaf Mountain

Thousands climb iconic site each day, either to watch games or just enjoy views
June 15, 2014
World Cup Fans Gather on Top of Sugarloaf Mountain

Sugarloaf Mountain is one of the iconic attractions in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Offering unparalleled views of the city, thousands of World Cup fans are ascending to the top each day, either to watch the games or just enjoy the sights. VOA’s Brian Allen takes you to the top.
June 13, 2014
Mexican Fans Revel in World Cup Victory on Rio Beach

Mexico’s fans were out in force Friday on Rio De Janiero’s famed Copacabana beached, decked out in sombreros, wrestling masks and green-white-and-red shirts, and reveling in their team’s 1-0 victory over Cameroon.
February 20, 2014
After Sochi, Olympic Flame Heads to Brazil, South Korea, Japan

Where Summer and Winter Games will be held after 2020 is still to be determined -- and the competition to host is intense
February 05, 2014
Report: US Curtails Drone Strikes After Pakistan Request

Obama administration has reportedly not launched a drone strike in Pakistan since December
February 04, 2014
Rising Cost of Olympics Begs Question: Why Host?

As Russia spends more than $50 billion to stage Sochi Winter Games, some question if that kind of expenditure really is worth it
February 04, 2014
Experts Worry Sochi Facilities Will Not Be Used After Olympics

Seven venues for games built in a circular pattern in one specific area, which is not a good model for later uses, says sports management professor
January 31, 2014
Super Bowl TV Ads are Big, Big Business

Advertisers pay on average $4 million for 30-second spot during traditionally most-watched American television broadcast of the year
January 29, 2014
Snowden Leaks Making US Security Efforts More Difficult

National Intelligence Director James Clapper says terrorists have 'gone to school' on American surveillance tactics thanks to Edward Snowden's leaks
January 20, 2014
Americans Give Back on MLK National Day of Service

Americans across the country paused Monday to observe annual federal holiday marking the birthday of slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 15, 2014
NSA Spies on People With Internet and Fake Rocks

New York Times article details how agency implanted malicious software in nearly 100,000 computers worldwide
January 14, 2014
‘Smart’ Spoon Allows Parkinson's Sufferers to Feed Themselves

Central nervous system disorder can make eating an ordeal, but California company - LiftLabs - has developed a small device that tracks and compensates for small vibrations, tremors
January 13, 2014
West Virginia Chemical Spill Leaves Hundreds of Thousands Without Clean Water

Officials have no timeline for when water will be safe to use, but West Virginia Governor Earl Ray Tomblin says clean-up effort has been positive, end to crisis is in sight
January 09, 2014
Slew of New Products Unveiled at Consumer Electronics Show

This year's offerings include self-driving shuttles, solar cars, and 3D-printed food
January 08, 2014
Curved Screens, Wearable Technology Dominate Consumer Electronic Show

Biggest buzz in Las Vegas show created by smart watches and curved screens on televisions and mobile phones
February 15, 2013
Afghan Youth Orchestra Wows US

Hailing group as 'ambassadors of peace,' Sec. of State Kerry says young people use music to show positive changes made in Afghanistan
February 10, 2013
Afghan Youth Orchestra in New York

Musicians to perform at Carnegie Hall during tour of United States sponsored largely by US government

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