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February 04, 2016
UN Concerned About Palestinian Journalist on Hunger Strike in Israel Jail

Mohammed Al-Qeeq is protesting being held without trial or specific charges; reports his health has deteriorated so much Israeli authorities are force feeding him against his wishes
February 03, 2016
Bacteria From Beards Could Help Develop New Antibiotics

Research conducted in London has determined that some of the bacteria growing in men's beards have antibiotic properties. The discovery is important at a time when the overuse of man-made antibiotics is making pathogenic bacteria strains increasingly resistant to treatment. VOA's Zlatica Hoke has more.
February 03, 2016
Bacteria From Beards Could Help Develop New Antibiotics

Recent lab test in Britain showed men's facial hair is teeming with variety of bacteria, all fighting for survival; some of them produce substances with antibiotic properties
February 02, 2016
Young Afghan Messi Fan Becomes Internet Celebrity

5-year-old Murtaza plays soccer near his house in rural Afghanistan and does not have a proper field, football jersey or sports shoes, but he dreams of becoming famous like Lionel Messi
January 31, 2016
Zika Threatens to Become Global Health Threat

There are growing concerns that the Zika virus may become a threat to global health, as Ebola did in 2014 and 2015. The mosquito-borne virus is spreading rapidly through the Americas, and travelers have brought individual cases to other continents. Zika is especially dangerous to pregnant women because it may cause severe birth defects. VOA's Zlatica Hoke reports that authorities in Latin America are implementing measures to prevent an epidemic.
January 29, 2016
Gbagbo Trial Exposes Persistent Divisions in Ivory Coast

The trial of former Ivory Coast president Laurent Gbagbo at the International Criminal Court exposes persistent divisions in Ivory Coast. Gbagbo is on trial for alleged crimes against civilians during the 2010-2011 post-election violence in his country. As the trial opened in the Hague on Thursday, Gbagbo's supporters claimed he is innocent, while his opponents expressed concern that he may not be punished enough. Zlatica Hoke reports.
January 28, 2016
Obama Honors 4 Who Protected Jews During Holocaust

Ceremony honoring four who risked lives to protect Jews took place on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, which commemorates liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp
January 27, 2016
Denmark Faces Criticism For Immigrant Reforms

Asylum-seekers in Denmark now have to hand over valuables more than about $1,500 to help pay for their food, living costs, as well as wait three years before bringing in family members
January 26, 2016
US Presidential Candidates Woo Iowa Voters Ahead of Key Vote

Just week before th Iowa caucuses, which mark beginning of US presidential election process, both Republican and Democratic candidates rally for voter support
January 24, 2016
Venice Carnival Welcomes Visitors With Boat Parade

Visitors are flocking to Italy's renowned Venice Carnival, which opened Saturday and will close February 9. One of the world's oldest and most colorful, the festival features a canal boat parade, grand masquerade ball, dinner with Casanova, the king's banquet and many other events. It ends with a spectacular Mardi Gras, and a night of reveling before the somber Ash Wednesday, which for Christians marks the beginning of Lent. VOA's Zlatica Hoke reports.
January 22, 2016
US East Coast Prepares for Gigantic Snowstorm

Weather officials forecast between 30 and 90 centimeters of snow, and residents have been warned of strong, possibly damaging winds, significant icing and coastal flooding
January 21, 2016
US VP Biden Calls for Fair Share of Technological Benefits

Meeting of political and economic leaders in Alpine resort of Davos takes place amid reports of record disparity between world's few wealthiest people and growing number of poor and homeless
January 20, 2016
US Condemns 'Well-documented' IS Atrocities

UN report says close to 19,000 civilians were killed in Iraq between early 2014 and late 2015, and more than 3 million displaced as a result of violence brought by Islamist extremist group
January 19, 2016
Michigan City's Water Crisis Turns Into Political Issue

Governor Rick Snyder is fending off attacks from politicians and celebrities who have accused him of ignoring water problem in Flint, where supply has been contaminated with lead
January 17, 2016
US, Iran Swap Prisoners

Iran released five imprisoned Americans and the United States has pardoned seven Iranians in a swap that followed the lifting of most of the international sanctions against Iran on Saturday. Three of the freed U.S. citizens arrived in Europe from Tehran on Sunday. One was released earlier and another decided to stay in Iran. VOA's Zlatica Hoke has more.
January 15, 2016
Norway Educates Migrants on Treatment of Women

Two-year pilot program attracting attention in wake of mass New Year Eve assaults on women in Cologne, Germany
January 12, 2016
Assault Allegations Aggravate EU Immigration Crisis

Reports of mass New Year's Eve attacks on women in Cologne and other cities have boosted the cause of anti-immigrant groups
January 10, 2016
Arab League Accuses Iran of Interfering in Arab Affairs, Fueling Unrest

Arab League foreign ministers have accused Iran of interfering in Arab nations' internal affairs and fueling unrest in the region. Top Arab diplomats meeting Sunday in Cairo also condemned the Iranian government for failing to protect Saudi missions in Iran during anti-Saudi protests last week, after the execution of a prominent Shi'ite cleric in Saudi Arabia. Zlatica Hoke reports.
January 08, 2016
Hamas Leader Promises Uprising to End Israeli Occupation

The situation in Israel and Gaza is further complicated by the hostility between ultra-religious Jewish settlers and the secular Israeli state
January 06, 2016
Orthodox Christians Celebrate Christmas

Many Orthodox Christians are celebrating the birth of Jesus on Thursday, following the older Julian calendar. On Wednesday, believers in Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Serbia, Ethiopia and elsewhere observed Christmas Eve, while Christians who have adopted the Gregorian calendar celebrated the Feast of Epiphany.

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