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Sarah Williams

Sarah Williams joined VOA in 1985. She has worked in the newsroom, the English to Africa service, as a features writer for Current Affairs, and for the last 20 years in English News Programs. In recent years, Sarah has hosted Crossroads Asia, Reporter’s Notebook and China Focus. She is presently a host of International Edition. Follow her on Twitter @VOAWilliams.

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February 20, 2013
'Life of Pi's Ang Lee Conquers Anti-Asian Bias

'Life of Pi' Director Ang Lee is at the top of Hollywood's elite, but he had to overcome decades of anti-Asian bias in the US film industry
February 15, 2013
Trafficked Thai Workers' Dreams Become Nightmares

Trafficking victim Nopphon Fuchumpa from Thailand found his dream of work in the United States a real life nightmare.
December 20, 2012
China’s Hukou System Faces Increased Scrutiny

China is seeing renewed debate about its hukou system, which limits movement, separates families, and reduces education possibilities
December 18, 2012
Proposed Chinatown Walmart Sparks Debate

A proposed neighborhood Walmart in L.A.'s Chinatown has sparked protests against the retail giant.
October 31, 2012
Asian Americans Push for Political Clout

A record number of Asian Americans are vying for national political office in United States
August 14, 2012
China Grades Olympic Performance as 'Satisfactory'
August 08, 2012
Analysts Say Verdict in Gu Kailai Case a Foregone Conclusion

She is charged in the murder of British businessman Neil Heywood
June 28, 2012
Amelia Earhart Search Goes Underwater

New clues may help solve 75-year mystery of legendary pilot's disappearance
June 11, 2012
N. Korea Finds Cultural Ally in Norwegian Artist

Morten Traavik says there are many people inside North Korea who are genuinely open to friendlier relations with the outside world
May 15, 2012
Book Offers Solution to Chinese Murder Mystery
April 02, 2012
Hutongs at Risk in Beijing

Documentary called 'The Fate of Old Beijing' explores traditional neighborhoods
March 18, 2012
Chinese Architect Wins Pritzker Prize

Citation by Pritzker jury praised Wang Shu's work for showing 'a commanding and even, at times, monumental presence'
February 15, 2012
Chinese Artist Reunites with Swiss Architects For Cultural Olympiad

Ai Weiwei's influence will be felt at 2012 London Olympics
January 25, 2012
Documentary Highlights Burma's Jailed Political Activists

Documentary film, Into the Current, draws attention to Burma's political activists
December 15, 2011
Accusations Fly in Nun's Brutal Murder in Eastern India

'Sister Valsa' was an outspoken advocate for impoverished villagers whose rights she believed were being threatened
October 02, 2011
Human Rights Watch: Khmer Rouge Tribunal Needs New Judges for Justice to Be Served

Controversial court denies allegations of politicization, says judges on right track for Cambodia
July 25, 2011
China Horrified by High-Speed Train Accident

VOA's Bill Ide in Beijing describes Chinese reaction to train crash Saturday that killed 39
February 15, 2011
Afghan Government Control of Women's Shelters Worries Advocates

Critics of the proposed plan say it will further undermine women's rights in Afghanistan
September 22, 2010
Sam Rainsy Rejects Cambodian Conviction

Exiled Cambodian opposition leader describes court action as government persecution
September 08, 2010
On the Spot: Afghan Elections Breed Security Fears

Next week's parliamentary elections expected to be marred by threats of attacks by Islamic militants

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