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How Far Does US Phone, Web Tracking Go? Hint: It Affects Everyone (VOA On Assignment June 14)
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VOA Digital Frontiers blogger and On Assignment producer Doug Bernard talks with Alex Villarreal about the controversies surrounding the news that the U.S. National Security Administration has been collecting the phone records of millions of Americans. But that's not all. Doug tells us how NSA data tracking programs also affect people outside the United States.
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From Cake Baking to Movie Making: How Kickstarter Is Changing Business (VOA On Assignment June 14)
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On Assignment's Philip Alexiou interviews VOA correspondent Suzanne Presto about the rise of the popular fundraising website Kickstarter. Suzanne profiled a Washington-area woman using the crowdsourcing tool to fund her bakery business. And as Suzanne reports, even Hollywood has gotten in on the trend.
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War in Syria: Is Hezbollah a Game Changer? (VOA On Assignment June 14)
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VOA's Jerusalem-based correspondent Scott Bobb joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to discuss the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah's involvement in Syria's civil war. Thousands of fighters from the Shi'ite group have been supporting the government of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, while Sunni fighters from Lebanon and elsewhere have joined the side of the Syrian rebels.
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Cambodians Slam China-Backed Dam (VOA On Assignment June 14)
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VOA Cambodian Service reporter Mony Say tells On Assignment's Alex Villarreal about concerns surrounding the building of a massive hydropower dam in Cambodia -- a joint project with China and Vietnam. Mony says many fear the dam will harm both the environment and their lives.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment June 14
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Segments: War in Syria: Is Hezbollah a Game Changer? 0:46, How Far Does US Phone, Web Tracking Really Go? (Hint: It Affects Everyone) 6:14, Cambodians Slam China-Backed Dam 11:28, Russia Wants Tourism, not Terrorism, for Embattled Caucasus 15:56, From Cake Baking to Movie Making: How Kickstarter Is Changing Business 18:36
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'Kite Runner' Author's New Book Takes Flight (VOA On Assignment June 7)
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On Assignment's Rebecca Ward talks to Milena Djurdjic of the VOA Serbian service about her exclusive interview with U.S. author Khaled Hosseini, world-famous for his best-selling novel The Kite Runner. Hosseini has a new book out, And the Mountains Echoed, also set in his birth country of Afghanistan. Hosseini says his books focus on Afghanistan but draw interest because their themes are universal.
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London Hacking Murder Raises Terrorism Fears (VOA On Assignment June 7)
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London Hacking Murder Raises Terrorism Fears (VOA On Assignment June 7) VOA London reporter Henry Ridgwell joins On Assignment's Doug Bernard to discuss last month's brutal murder of a British soldier on a London street. Two men are accused of hacking the 25-year-old soldier, Lee Rigby, to death after running him over with a car. Both suspects are British citizens of Nigerian descent, who were raised Christian, but converted to Islam.
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No Fear! VOA's Bravest Hosts Rock (Climb) and Roll 'Inside America' (VOA On Assignment June 7)
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On Assignment's Alex Villarreal chats with Arash Arabasadi and Tala Hadavi of VOA's Persian News Network about their adventure web series "Inside America." The fearless hosts have challenged each other to climb rock walls, scuba dive, roll with a roller derby and even get in the cage with a professional mixed martial arts fighter. What would you like to see them do next? Tell them on Facebook on their page "Inside America VOA"!
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Is the Internet the Classroom of the Future? (VOA On Assignment June 7)
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VOA economics reporter Jim Randle talks to On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui about the digital revolution in higher education. Jim says the growth of online classes could be a game changer for universities.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment June 7
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Segments: London Hacking Murder Raises Terrorism Fears 0:55, Is the Internet the Classroom of the Future? 6:37, 'Kite Runner' Author's New Book Takes Flight 10:42, No Fear! VOA's Bravest Hosts Rock (Climb) and Roll 'Inside America' 16:17, Development Threaten Burmese Lake Renowned for Its Beauty 20:54
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Boston Marathon Bombings' Chechen Connection (VOA On Assignment May 31)
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Since April 15 Boston Marathon bombing attack, authorities have questioned some Chechens living in the United States who may have ties to the suspects, the Tsarnaev brothers. VOA Russian Service reporter and North Caucasus expert Fatima Tlisova talked with one former Chechen rebel who says he met with Tamerlan Tsarnaev about a month before the attack. On Assignement's Alex Villarreal talked with Fatima about that exclusive interview and other details about the lives of the Tsarnaev brothers.
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A Life Turned Upside Down by 9/11 (VOA On Assignment May 31)
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Indian-born filmmaker Mira Nair makes movies about ethnic identity, mixed marriages and tolerance. Her most recent film, "The Reluctant Fundamentalist," based on a novel, deals with the alienation of a young Pakistani in a post-9/11 world. Imran Siddiqui talks about it with VOA film reporter Penelope Poulou.
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Scandals Threaten Obama's Agenda (VOA On Assignment May 31)
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Joining a long list of his predecessors who encountered scandals in their second term, President Barack Obama finds himself on the defensive over three controversies. VOA National correspondent Jim Malone tells us that of the scandals currently dogging the Obama administration, the Internal Revenue Service controversy is perhaps the most serious and potentially damaging.
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Venezuela's Economic Problems Worsen (VOA On Assignment May 31)
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In Venezuela, the law of supply and demand is colliding with the socialist revolution of the late president Hugo Chavez. Since Mr. Chavez's handpicked successor Nicolas Maduro narrowly won the nation's presidential election in April, high inflation and a shortage of staples are leading many to wonder if the country's economic course is sustainable. VOA's Brian Padden talks with Imran Siddiqui.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment May 31
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Segments: Boston Marathon Bombings' Chechen Connection 0:53, Venezuela's Economic Problems Worsen 6:59, Scandals Threaten Obama's Agenda 11:09, A Life Turned Upside Down by 9/11 16:12, The Secret Life of Egyptian Pigs 21:21
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Angelina's Cancer Choice (VOA On Assignment May 24)
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VOA health reporter Linord Moudou joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to talk about Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie's shocking revelation that she underwent a double mastectomy after discovering she had a high risk of breast cancer. Linord says breast removal is one option for women who suffer from the same condition, but there are other alternatives.
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Cyber Attacks: The 'Number One' Threat (VOA On Assignment May 24)
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VOA London Correspondent Al Pessin shares insights from his interview with recently-retired NATO commander Admiral James Stavridis. As Al tells On Assignment's Doug Bernard, the alliance's former top military commander left his successor with clear advice: focus on cybersecurity. Admiral Stavridis ranked cyber attacks as NATO's number one future threat.
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Who Needs Engines? Fly This Helicopter with Your Feet (VOA On Assignment May 24)
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On Assignment's Rebecca Ward talks to VOA's Roseanne Skirble about a long-standing science challenge: build the world's first minimally capable human-powered helicopter. The challenge has been around since 1980, with the prize still unclaimed. But as Roseanne reports, one group of U.S. university students say they are close to winning.
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Decades After Apartheid, Race Still Divides South Africa (VOA On Assignment May 24)
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VOA's Anita Powell joins On Assignment's Todd Grosshans to discuss the rise of South Africa's black middle class. The group's growth has helped boost the nation's economy. But as Anita reports, many differences remain between the emerging class and the white middle class -- differences members of the emerging class say should be addressed in the commercial marketplace.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment May 24
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Segments: Cyber Attacks: the 'Number One' Threat 0:50, Angelina's Cancer Choice 6:13, Decades After Apartheid, Race Still Divides South Africa 9:47,Who Needs Engines? Fly This Helicopter with Your Feet 15:10, Green Card Lottery Faces Elimination Under U.S. Immigration Reform 20:03
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The Biggest World's Slum (VOA On Assignment May 17)
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With a million people crammed into less than three square kilometers, Mumbai's Dharavi slum lacks basic amenities, and poverty is widespread. But outsiders are getting a glimpse of life inside this bustling Mumbai neighborhood through one company's walking tours, aimed at dispelling stereotypes of slum life. VOA New Delhi Correspondent Aru Pande recently visited the neighborhood and talks about it with Alex Villarreal.
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Opposition to Homosexuality Remains High in Russia (VOA On Assignment May 17)
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Activists say new legislation could do more to keep gay people out of the mainstream in Russia. VOA Moscow Correspondent Jim Brooke has been following the story and talks about it with On Assignment's Philip Alexiou.
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Food for the Inner City (VOA On Assignment May 17)
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Researchers say that as more of the world's population migrates to cities, growing food wherever possible will become increasingly important. In Baltimore, Maryland, there's a new program underway to use vacant and abandoned inner city land to grow food. VOA reporter Steve Baragona visited the project and joins On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui to talk about it.
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North Korea's Threats Ease, but Tensions Remain (VOA On Assignment May 17)
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U.S. President Barack Obama and South Korean president Park Geun-hye met recently in Washington and called on North Korea to stop making threats, and to rid the peninsula of nuclear weapons. But experts say that North Korea remains an extremely closed and unpredictable society. VOA's White House Correspondent Kent Klein talks with Alex Villarreal.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment May 17
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Segments: The Biggest World's Slum 0:52, Food for the Inner City 6:21, Opposition to Homosexuality Remains High in Russia 13:47, North Korea's Threats Ease, but Tensions Remain 18:37
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VOA Photo Contest: Life through Your Lens (VOA On Assignment May 10)
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Terry Wing of VOA English highlights the winners of this year's VOA Photo Contest. The contest drew more than 4,500 entries from 110 countries. And as Terry tells On Assignment's Alex Villarreal, narrowing down the contestants was not an easy process. Segment includes commentary from the top two winners!
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Farewell to the 'King of Country Music' (VOA On Assignment May 10)
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Country music legend George Jones died in April at the age of 81. But his sound lives on. VOA music blogger and radio host Katherine Cole says no one could sing a sad song better than Jones could. Join Katherine and On Assignment's Philip Alexiou as they remember the man behind the music.
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US Athlete's 'I'm Gay' Draws Mixed Reaction (VOA On Assignment May 10)
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VOA sports reporter Sonny Young joins On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui to talk about reactions to U.S. basketball player Jason Collins' decision to publicly reveal he is gay. Collins is the first active openly gay male player in any of the four major U.S. professional sports leagues.
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Somali Pirates Backed by Gov't Officials? (VOA On Assignment May 10)
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VOA reporter Mary Alice Salinas joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to examine the problem of piracy off the Somali coast. While the attacks have decreased in number recently, they still cost the world billions of dollars a year. And although many governments are working together to stop the pirates, Mary Alice says one expert she interviewed said some government officials are supporting them instead.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment May 10
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Segments: Somali Pirates Backed by Gov't Officials? 0:49, US Athlete's 'I'm Gay' Draws Mixed Reaction 5:45, VOA Photo Contest: Life through Your Lens 9:05, Farewell to the 'King of Country Music' 14:40, The Women are Talking 20:39
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NYC Family Overcomes Hurricane 'Nightmare' (VOA On Assignment May 3)
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VOA New York reporter Adam Phillips joins On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui and Alex Villarreal to share his reporting on a New York City family whose Coney Island amusement park rides were nearly destroyed last year by Hurricane Sandy. But the family rebuilt, and fun has returned to the famous attractions.
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US Slams China, Syria on Human Rights (VOA On Assignment May 3)
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VOA State Department Correspondent Scott Stearns explains the findings of the State Department's annual report on human rights around the world. As Scott tells On Assignment's Alex Villarreal, both China and Syria were identified as major offenders in 2012, while Burma was said to be showing progress.
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Bloodshed Mars Pakistan Election Campaign (VOA On Assignment May 3)
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VOA Islamabad Correspondent Sharon Behn joins On Assignment's Philip Alexiou via Skype to discuss the violence sweeping Pakistan ahead of national elections on May 11. Militants have launched deadly attacks on politicians and their supporters. Sharon says despite the threats, young people and women are becoming more politically-involved.
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Burma Erupts in Anger over China Pipeline (VOA On Assignment May 3)
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VOA correspondent Daniel Schearf talks with On Assignment's Rebecca Ward about recent protests over a new energy pipeline being built between Burma and China. Burma is enjoying a new era of political participation after a wave of democratic reforms, but that did not stop authorities from cracking down on the demonstrators. Daniel says Burmese are unhappy with the pipeline project's lack of transparency. He said they also worry about its effects on fishing, farming and the environment.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment May 3
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Bloodshed Mars Pakistan Election Campaign 047, US Slams China, Syria on Human Rights 6:28, NYC Family Overcomes Hurricane 'Nightmare' 11:40, Burma Erupts in Anger over China Pipeline 15:33, Artist Uses Racy Subjects to Show "Real" Kenya 20:33
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Boston Bombings' 'Eerie' End (VOA On Assignment Apr. 26)
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VOA reporter Carolyn Presutti joins On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui and Alex Villarreal to discuss her experience reporting in Boston in the wake of the deadly twin bomb attack at the city's marathon. Carolyn describes the scene of the attacks, near the finish line of the race, as an "eerie" sight -- normal life interrupted by chaos.
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Sexual Violence Scars Egypt (VOA On Assignment Apr. 26)
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VOA's Cairo-based correspondent, Elizabeth Arrott, talks to On Assignment's Alex Villarreal about the rising problem of sexual violence in Egypt. Elizabeth says women in the country report frequent harassment just going about their daily lives, and even she has not escaped it.
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Africa's Scary Skin-Bleaching Trend (VOA On Assignment Apr. 26)
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VOA West Africa Correspondent Anne Look shares a story from Senegal about the widespread popularity of skin-lightening products. Anne says African women say they use bleaching creams and soaps to appear more beautiful or successful, but that they are actually putting themselves at risk, exposing their skin to harmful chemicals that can disfigure them and cause cancer.
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Blogging 'Inside Iran' (VOA On Assignment Apr. 26)
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Arash Karami and Negar Mortazavi of VOA's Persian Service tell On Assignment's Alex Villarreal about the unique challenges they face putting together their new blog, "Inside Iran." The blog aims to shed light on issues of importance to Iranians for an audience outside of Iran.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment April 26
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Segments: Boston Bombings' 'Eerie' End 0:51, Sexual Violence Scars Egypt 3:48, Africa's Scary Skin-Bleaching Trend 9:30, Blogging 'Inside Iran' 14:27, Motor City Blight Busters 19:16
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Boston Bombings' Aftermath (VOA On Assignment Apr. 19)
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VOA National Correspondent Jim Malone and reporter Henry Ridgwell in London join On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui to discuss the aftermath of the deadly twin bomb attack at the Boston Marathon. Henry compares the Boston tragedy to the 2005 transit bombings in London. And Jim, himself from Boston, explains the significance of the attack for Bostonians and the rest of the United States.
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North Korea's War of Words (VOA On Assignment Apr. 19)
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VOA's Seoul-based correspondent, Steve Herman, updates On Assignment's Alex Villarreal on the tensions on the Korean peninsula. Steve says so far, North Korea's nuclear threats have been limited to a "war of words," but the world is taking those words seriously.
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Big Changes in Burma (VOA On Assignment Apr. 19)
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VOA's Mark Snowiss tells On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui about big changes in media censorship in Burma. This month, private daily newspapers hit Burmese newsstands for the first time in nearly 50 years. But as Mark explains, many people are unhappy with the new draft media law that critics say could roll back government promises to loosen its grip on the long tightly-controlled industry.
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Venezuela Still Divided Post-Chavez (VOA On Assignment Apr. 19)
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VOA Spanish Branch reporter Alejandro Escalona joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to discuss Venezuela's recent presidential election, which the late President Hugo Chavez's successor, Nicolas Maduro, won by a razor-thin margin. Opposition candidate Henrique Capriles and his supporters have demanded a recount, with post-election protests turning violent. Alejandro says even without Mr. Chavez at the helm, the country remains politically polarized.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment April 19
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Segments: Boston Bombings' Aftermath 0:56, North Korea's War of Words 5:48, Venezuela Still Divided Post-Chavez 11:25, Big Changes in Burma 15:41, India's Gay Community Fights for Acceptance, Equality 20:54
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Cell Phone Hits 40, Sea Lion Learns to Boogie (VOA On Assignment Apr. 12)
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VOA Science World blogger Rick Pantaleo joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to discuss the 40th anniversary of the first mobile phone call and the evolution of the device over the years. And ... have you ever seen a sea lion dance? No, this is not the introduction to a joke, it's real. And as we watch Ronan the California sea lion display her beat-keeping skills, Rick tells us what it means for science.
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When Gay Marriage Debaters Collide (VOA On Assignment Apr. 12)
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VOA Washington-based reporter Kate Woodsome and reporter Henry Ridgwell in London join On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to discuss the emotionally-charged debate over same-sex marriage on both sides of the Atlantic. Kate and Henry also share the unique challenges they face as journalists while covering such a polarizing issue.
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How the 'God Particle' Explains the Universe (VOA On Assignment Apr. 12)
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VOA Midwest Correspondent Kane Farabaugh updates On Assignment's Alex Villarreal about the hunt for the so-called "God particle," the Higgs Boson. Kane says scientists are almost confirming they have finally found it. But what does that mean for us?
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Film Reignites an Arkansas Murder Case (VOA On Assignment Apr. 12)
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On Assignment's Rebecca Ward talks with VOA's film reporter Penelope Poulou about her coverage of the documentary "West of Memphis," which makes a case for the innocence of three men convicted as teenagers of the brutal 1993 murder of three young boys in West Memphis, Arkansas. The "West Memphis Three," as they are known, spent 18 years behind bars before being released in 2011, and the film raises the prospect that the real killer may still be roaming free.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment April 12
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Segments: When Gay Marriage Debaters Collide 0:48, Cell Phone Hits 40, Sea Lion Learns to Boogie 6:01, How the 'God Particle' Explains the Universe 10:56, Film Reignites an Arkansas Murder Case 15:30, New Kinds of HD TV Are the Next Big Thing 20:55
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Iraq: Wealth for Some, Woes for Many (VOA On Assignment Apr. 5)
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VOA's Jerusalem-based correspondent Scott Bobb tells On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui that Iraq's economy is on the upswing a decade after the U.S.-led invasion. But many Iraqis haven't felt the benefits. Scott says high unemployment and a still-volatile post-war security environment have created widespread dissatisfaction among Iraqis, many of whom say they are no better off now than they were 10 years ago under Saddam Hussein.
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Fresh-Faced TV Show Brings American Life to Pakistan (VOA On Assignment Apr. 5)
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On Assignment's Lisa Vohra chats with Raza Naqvi of VOA's Urdu Service for an inside look at the weekly TV show he co-hosts with Shonali Sen -- Zindagi 360. The program is a fresh, fun, fast-paced look at life in the United States. Delivered in "Urdlish" (a mix of Urdu and English), Z360 airs in Pakistan and aims to bring a personal perspective on the U.S. to a younger audience.
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Giant Airship Coming to the Sky Near You (VOA On Assignment Apr. 5)
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VOA Los Angeles Correspondent Mike O'Sullivan gives On Assignment's Alex Villarreal the inside scoop on a gigantic helium-filled airship currently being developed to carry cargo to remote locations. Now in the prototype phase, the airship is being created with funding from the U.S. Defense Department and NASA, but it could have commercial uses as well -- transporting everything from flowers to tourists.
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Why Cyprus Matters (VOA On Assignment Apr. 5)
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VOA Economics Reporter Mil Arcega joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to discuss the financial crisis in Cyprus and the terms of the country's $13 billion bailout. Mil explains that like other European nations before it, if Cyprus does not get its economy back on track, it could spread insecurity to the rest of the region.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment April 5
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Segments: Iraq: Wealth for Some, Woes for Many 0:53, Why Cyprus Matters 5:41, Giant Airship Coming to the Sky Near You 10:19, Fresh-Faced TV Show Brings American Life to Pakistan 15:21, YouTube Spawns Asian American Celebrities 20:27
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Teen Advances Science Under Her Bed (VOA On Assignment Mar. 29)
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VOA correspondent Suzanne Presto sits down with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to talk about this year's finalists in the Intel Science Talent Search. Suzanne says the teens made advances well beyond their years, in research fields from alternative energy to cancer detection. The high school student who won the contest and its $100,000 prize discovered a way to make algae produce more oil for use as a cheap source of biofuel, And she did it all under her bed.
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Swimming With Sharks (VOA On Assignment REWIND)
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In mid-March, parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species, or CITES, approved new global trade restrictions for several species of sharks. With that in mind, On Assignment takes a second look at Alex Villarreal's chat last year with retired deep sea-diving VOA video journalist Zulima Palacio on sharks and their softer side. Have you ever seen a human cuddle a shark? Kiss one? Neither had we, until we caught up with Zuli. Get ready for a story you won't soon forget.
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How Weibo Won Over China (VOA On Assignment Mar. 29)
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VOA reporter Matt Hilburn joins On Assignment's Philip Alexiou to discuss the rise of Chinese social media site Sina Weibo. After China blocked Facebook and Twitter, Weibo quickly became the social network of choice for hundreds of millions of Chinese. But Matt says their posts are still subject to censorship.
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The Iraq Invasion 10 Years Later (VOA On Assignment March 29)
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Senior Executive Producer for VOA's Persian News Network Cal Perry shares firsthand insights from his years as a correspondent in Iraq. Cal tells On Assignment's Alex Villarreal that 10 years after the U.S.-led invasion, the legacy of the Iraq War is unclear, but its effects are still being felt.
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The Iraq Invasion 10 Years Later (EXTENDED VERSION)
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Senior Executive Producer for VOA's Persian News Network Cal Perry shares firsthand insights from his years as a correspondent in Iraq. Cal tells On Assignment's Alex Villarreal that 10 years after the U.S.-led invasion, the legacy of the Iraq War is unclear, but its effects are still being felt.
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Fighting for Freedom in India's 'Rape Capital' (VOA On Assignment Mar. 22)
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VOA's New Delhi correspondent, Aru Pande, talks with On Assignment's Doug Bernard about lingering fears among women in the Indian capital, in the wake of a fatal gang rape last year that sparked outrage both in India and abroad. Indian lawmakers have moved toward tougher punishment for rapists, but Aru says many women still feel unsafe.
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Armenians Escape Syria (VOA On Assignment Mar. 22)
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VOA Moscow correspondent James Brooke tells On Assignment's Philip Alexiou about a different kind of Syrian refugee -- ethnic Armenians, who have fled to their ancestral homeland to escape Syria's civil war. Many of them are young people who have never lived in Armenia before and are now stuck using social media to stay connected to their friends and loved ones back home.
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The People's Pope? (VOA On Assignment Mar. 22)
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Ramón Taylor of the VOA Spanish Branch joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to share behind-the-scenes details of his time in Rome covering the selection of the new pope. Ramón says as the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church and the first pope from outside of Europe in more than 1,200 years, Pope Francis is seen by many as a pope who can better represent the world's Catholics.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment 22 March
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Segments: Fighting for Freedom in India's 'Rape Capital' 0:53, The People's Pope? 6:15, Armenians Escape Syria 10:15, A Breakthrough Malaria Vaccine? 15:42, On Target: Archery's Popularity Soars 20:13
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Doodling at Google (VOA On Assignment Mar. 15)
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Google's culture of innovation and mix of work and play helps the creative process, as evidenced by the occasional Google "doodle." Imran Siddiqui talks about this and more with VOA's Brian Padden, who recently visited Google's big corporate campus near San Francisco, California.
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Hillary Clinton Leaves the State Department (VOA On Assignment Mar. 15)
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Hillary Clinton resigns after four years as America's top diplomat, and her replacement, former Massachusetts Senator John Kerry has wrapped up his first trip abroad as Secretary of State. VOA State Department correspondent Scott Stearns discusses with On Assignment's Doug Bernard Secretary Kerry's evolving diplomatic style and how his approach may differ from his predecessor Hillary Clinton.
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Early Drawdown of US Troops in Afghanistan (VOA On Assignment Mar. 15)
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More than half of the 66-thousand US troops will be going home in 2013. VOA's Pentagon correspondent Luis Ramirez has been in Afghanistan recently with the US military. Alex Villarreal talked with him about the situation in Afghanistan now, and how events have led to this point.
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Kenya's Election Result (VOA On Assignment Mar. 15)
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In Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta became the country's fourth president when he secured just over 50 percent of the vote, eliminating the need for a runoff against his main rival, Raila Odinga. On Assignment's Rebecca Ward caught up with VOA Nairobi correspondent Gabe Joselow for some background on the vote.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment 15 March
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Segments: Early Drawdown of US Troops in Afghanistan 0:55, Doodling at Google 6:25, Hillary Clinton Leaves the State Department 11:14, Kenya's Election Result 16:03, Kenyan Political Satire Show 20:44
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World Embraces 'Harlem Shake' (VOA On Assignment Mar. 8)
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The host of VOA's "Border Crossings" music program, Larry London, sits down with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to talk about the latest dance video craze to hit YouTube, the "Harlem Shake." Dubbed the new "Gangnam Style," the "Harlem Shake" has crossed the globe, spawning covers by everyone from U.S. sports teams to Egyptian protesters. But the phenomenon is not without controversy, including its Spanish lyrics, which translate to "with the terrorists." It also has drawn criticism for taking the name of the original Harlem Shake, a hip-hop dance move born in New York City's Harlem neighborhood more than 30 years ago.
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Remembering Hugo Chavez (VOA On Assignment Mar. 8)
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Alejandro Escalona of the VOA Spanish Branch joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to discuss his own personal experience meeting and covering the late Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez. President Chavez died March 5, after a long battle with cancer. Escalona shares his memories of Chavez, and says he will be remembered as much for his charisma as the controversy he caused.
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Teen's Cancer Test Could Save Lives (VOA On Assignment Mar. 8)
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On Assignment's Philip Alexiou talks with VOA reporter Julie Taboh about her experience meeting and covering Jack Andraka, a 16-year-old U.S. science prodigy who developed a breakthrough test for pancreatic cancer. The test is designed to detect the disease at its earliest stage -- a potentially major achievement in the field as pancreatic cancer is one of cancer's deadliest forms.
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Syrian Gov't Using Cluster Bombs? (VOA On Assignment Mar. 8)
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VOA correspondent Scott Bobb shares firsthand insights from his recent trip to Syria. He tells On Assignment's Alex Villarreal he personally saw evidence the Syrian government is using cluster bombs against civilians, a claim the government has denied. Bobb also discusses conditions in camps for the displaced both inside and outside the country, where he says the toll the conflict has taken on children is visible.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment 8 March
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Segments: Syrian Gov't Using Cluster Bombs? 0:55, Remembering Hugo Chavez 5:58, Teen's Cancer Test Could Save Lives 9:58, World Embraces 'Harlem Shake' 15:21, 'Capital of Black America' On the Way Up 19:55
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Iranian Cage Fighter Gets Personal (VOA On Assignment Mar. 1)
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VOA Persian News Network reporter Tala Hadavi sits down with On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui to talk about her hour-long documentary on UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) fighter Reza "Mad Dog" Madadi. Tala followed the Iranian-Swedish mixed martial artist for a month, discovering a personal story as powerful as his punches.
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China Accused of Hacking US (VOA On Assignment Mar. 1)
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On Assignment's Philip Alexiou talks with reporter Carla Babb about the rise of cyber spying. U.S. cyber security company Mandiant says it has tracked recent hacker attacks on U.S. institutions to China. The Chinese government denies involvement in the hackings and has countered with its own allegations against the U.S. What's at stake if such attacks continue? Watch to learn more.
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US Immigration Fight Imminent (VOA On Assignment Mar. 1)
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VOA's Cindy Saine joins On Assignment's Philip Alexiou and Alex Villarreal from Capitol Hill to discuss U.S. immigration reform efforts. Cindy says the U.S. budget battle has overshadowed the immigration debate recently in Congress, but that President Barack Obama is committed to getting immigration reform done this year.
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Turmoil Retakes Tunisia (VOA On Assignment Mar. 1)
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Reporter Henry Ridgwell talks with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal about political unrest in Tunisia following the February 6 assassination of opposition leader Chokri Belaid. The latest tensions come more than two years after the North African nation became the first country to erupt in protests in what is known as the Arab Spring. Henry says through the example of Tunisia, the Arab world is seeing just how long the road from dictatorship to democracy can be.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment 1 March
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Segments: Turmoil Retakes Tunisia 0:54, In US, Immigration Fight Imminent 6:25, China Accused of Hacking US 10:07, Iranian Cage Fighter Gets Personal 14:50
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Happy Birthday, On Assignment! VOA Show Turns 1 (VOA On Assignment Feb. 22)
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VOA's weekly behind-the-scenes show, On Assignment, marks its first anniversary this month. In our year of coverage, we've taken you to Egypt, Iran, China, Afghanistan, Somalia, Venezuela and countless other places around and in between for the stories behind the stories. To honor our first birthday, we wanted to give you a backstage pass to our own operation. So let's go on assignment at On Assignment!
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South Africa's Olympic Hero a Murderer? (VOA On Assignment Feb. 22)
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South Africa's Olympic Hero a Murderer? (VOA On Assignment Feb. 22)
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Pope Benedict Says Goodbye: What Now? (VOA On Assignment Feb. 22)
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On Assignment's Alex Villarreal talks with VOA religion reporter Jerome Socolovsky and Pastor Avelino Gonzalez of St. Joseph's church in Washington about Pope Benedict's decision to resign. What does this mean for the future of the Roman Catholic Church?
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U.N. Slams North Korea (VOA On Assignment Feb. 22)
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VOA United Nations correspondent Margaret Besheer talks with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal about the U.N. response to North Korea's latest nuclear test. Margaret says the options that permanent U.N. Security Council members Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States are considering include sanctions, sanctions and more sanctions.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment 22 February
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Segments: U.N. Slams North Korea 0:53, South Africa's Olympic Hero a Murderer? 5:53, Pope Benedict Says Goodbye: What Now? 10:03, Happy Birthday, On Assignment! VOA Show Turns 1 15:25, Afghan Youth Orchestra 19:31
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Pakistan's Musharraf Plans Return to Politics (VOA On Assignment Feb. 15)
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VOA Urdu Service reporter Ayesha Tanzeem joins On Assignment's Philip Alexiou to talk about her exclusive one-on-one interview last month with former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf. The controversial former leader discussed the war in Afghanistan and his plans to re-enter Pakistani politics, and responded for the first time to recent allegations about his role in the 1999 Kargil War between Pakistan and India.
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The Jazz Man (VOA On Assignment Feb. 15)
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VOA host Eric Felten and On Assignment's Alex Villarreal hang out at a local jazz club to talk about Eric's new show, Beyond Category, bringing you the best in jazz music. Don't miss Eric's very own jazz solo at the end!
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State of the Union 2013: Why Should You Care? (VOA On Assignment Feb. 15)
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On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui talks with VOA reporter Laurel Bowman about U.S. President Barack Obama's State of the Union speech -- the first of his second term in office. Laurel explains the history of the speech and why this particular address matters to the world.
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Mali Gov't Also Guilty of Rights Abuses (VOA On Assignment Feb. 15)
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VOA French to Africa reporter Idrissa Fall joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to discuss his firsthand observations of Mali's internationally-backed fight against Islamist militants. He says civilians are suffering human rights abuses by both sides, from forced amputations carried out by militants to harassment by Malian police.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment 15 February
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Segments: Pakistan's Musharraf Plans Return to Politics 0:51,State of the Union 2013: Why Should You Care? 7:08,Mali Gov't Also Guilty of Rights Abuses 9:16, The Jazz Man 14:35,Teacher Uses Rap Music to Teach Math 20:04
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On Assignment at the Academy Awards: Secrets from the Red Carpet (VOA On Assignment Feb. 8)
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Vitri Utoyo, Deborah Sumual and Naratama Rukmananda of VOA's Indonesian Service join On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to spill secrets from their reporting assignments on the Academy Awards red carpet. They talk the fashion, the fans and the films and share their own predictions for this year's Oscars on February 24.
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Excitement High Despite Low Attendance at Africa Cup (VOA On Assignment Feb. 8)
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On Assignment's Alex Villarreal talks with VOA sports reporter Sonny Young about Africa's biggest soccer tournament, the Africa Cup of Nations. Although the turnout at the games in South Africa has been nothing like it was for the recent World Cup, Sonny says there is no shortage of colorful fan spirit. Watch as he demonstrates the popular fan instrument the vuvuzela. And for more, check out his Sonny Side of Sports blog at http://blogs.voanews.com/sonny/
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Why Russia Said No to US Adoptions (VOA On Assignment Feb. 8)
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On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui asks VOA Moscow correspondent James Brooke about Russia's recent decision to ban U.S. citizens from adopting Russian children. The vote by Russia's parliament triggered some of the largest protests Moscow has seen since President Vladimir Putin was inaugurated last year.
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More Protests Erupt in Egypt: Why Won't They End? (VOA On Assignment Feb. 8)
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VOA Middle East correspondent Elizabeth Arrott talks with On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui and Alex Villarreal about the latest protests to hit Egypt. The new wave of unrest comes as the nation marks two years since the start of the revolution that toppled 30-year president Hosni Mubarak. Critics say a new constitution, backed by current President Mohamed Morsi, fails to protect human rights and curb the power of the military.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment 8 February
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Segments: More Protests Erupt in Egypt: Why Won't They End? 0:56, Excitement High Despite Low Attendance at Africa Cup 7:18, Why Russia Said No to US Adoptions 10:16, On Assignment at the Academy Awards: Reporters Spill Secrets from the Red Carpet 15:37, China-Hollywood Connection Changes Movie Business 20:42
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The Heroes' Horses (VOA On Assignment Feb. 1)
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VOA's Julie Taboh joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal at the largest military burial ground in the United States to put the spotlight on the horses who carry the nation's fallen heroes to their final resting place. Arlington National Cemetery conducts up to 30 funerals each weekday, and the Caisson horses play a critical role.
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On the Ground in Mali (VOA On Assignment Feb. 1)
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VOA French to Africa reporter Idrissa Fall talks with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal from the West African nation of Mali, where French forces have led an effort to recapture key cities from Islamist militants. Fall says the conflict has been tough on both civilians and journalists.
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Algeria Criticized for Hostage Response (VOA On Assignment Feb. 1)
by VOAvideo 748 views
On Assignment's Martin Secrest Skypes with reporter Henry Ridgwell in London to discuss European concerns following a deadly hostage crisis at a gas complex in Algeria. At least 37 foreign hostages were killed in the standoff between militants and Algerian forces. The incident also left at least 29 militants dead.
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US Shooting Victim's Father Speaks Out on Mental Health (VOA On Assignment Feb. 1)
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On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui talks with VOA's Carla Babb about efforts to improve U.S. mental health awareness in the wake of a shooting at a Connecticut school -- the second-deadliest in U.S. history. Babb spoke with the father of a young woman killed in the nation's deadliest school shooting at Virginia Tech University, who shares his own ideas for preventing such tragedies.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment 1 February
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Segments: On the Ground in Mali 1:01, Algeria Criticized for Hostage Response 5:47, US Shooting Victim's Father Speaks Out on Mental Health 11:04, The Heroes' Horses17:44
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Shark Cuddling, Wedding Diving and Other Deep Sea Adventures (VOA On Assignment Jan. 25)
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Newly-retired VOA video journalist Zulima Palacio tells On Assignment's Alex Villarreal about her more unusual underwater reporting adventures. She even got married under the sea. (No kidding!)
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What's Next for Lance Armstrong? (VOA On Assignment Jan. 25)
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On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui talks with VOA sports reporter Sonny Young about the fallout from the former cycling champion's confession to performance-enhancing drug use. Will he ever race again?
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Fighting for the 'American Dream' (VOA On Assignment Jan. 25)
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VOA reporter Jeff Seldin joins On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui to discuss the future and controversy of the push for U.S. immigration reform through the story of one woman who fought deportation to stay in the country with her children.
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*WARNING: GRAPHIC VIDEO* Gang Rape Sparks Outrage in India (VOA On Assignment Jan. 25)
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Reporter Anjana Pasricha in New Delhi joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to talk about India's outrage over a fatal gang rape in the capital city. Pasricha says the dangers facing women in Delhi, known as India's "rape capital," are tangible.
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FULL EPISODE: On Assignment 25 January 2013
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Segments: Gang Rape Sparks Outrage in India (VOA On Assignment Jan. 25) 0:52, What's Next for Lance Armstrong? (VOA On Assignment Jan. 25) 6:20, Fighting for the 'American Dream' (VOA On Assignment Jan. 25) 9:42, Shark Cuddling, Wedding Diving and Other Deep Sea Adventures (VOA On Assignment Jan. 25) 14:45, Homemade Arcade Inspires Children Around the World 20:38
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Working at the White House: What's It Really Like? (VOA On Assignment Jan. 18)
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VOA White House correspondents Dan Robinson and Kent Klein give us the inside scoop on what it's like to cover the president, from Twitter tracking to the thrill of flying on Air Force One.
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US Inaugurals Steeped in History, Tradition (VOA On Assignment Jan. 18)
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U.S. Senate Historian Donald Ritchie joins On Assignment's Doug Bernard at the U.S. Capitol to discuss the history of the nation's presidential inaugural celebrations.
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No Shortage of Foreign Policy Challenges for Obama's Second Term (VOA On Assignment Jan. 18)
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VOA's Chief White House Correspondent Dan Robinson welcomes On Assignment's Alex Villarreal to the White House Press Briefing Room to talk about the foreign policy challenges facing President Barack Obama in his second term.
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Evaluating Obama's Domestic Policy Legacy (VOA On Assignment Jan. 18)
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On Assignment's Philip Alexiou talks with VOA White House Correspondent Kent Klein about President Obama's domestic agenda following re-election, from the economy to clean energy to immigration.
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VOA On Assignment: Jan.18, 2013
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Segments: No Shortage of Foreign Policy Challenges for Obama's Second Term 0:56, Evaluating Obama's Domestic Policy Legacy 6:58, US Inaugurals Steeped in History, Tradition 12:43, Working at the White House: What's It Really Like? 18:56
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Dolphins and Seals and Lobsters, Oh My! VOA Under the Sea (VOA On Assignment Jan. 11)
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On Assignment bids goodbye to newly-retired long-time VOA video journalist Zulima Palacio with a special tribute interview showcasing her reporting work underwater. Watch Zuli share her impressions of life and love under the sea with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal.
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US Considers Tougher Gun Laws after School Shooting Tragedy (VOA On Assignment Jan. 11)
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A deadly shooting at a U.S. elementary school has reignited the nation's gun debate. The 20-year-old Newtown, Connecticut shooter, Adam Lanza, killed six adults, and 20 children under the age of eight, before killing himself. Under current U.S. laws, most Americans can easily buy weapons like the ones Lanza used at Sandy Hook Elementary School, but lawmakers are now considering whether to restrict those rights. VOA Senate Correspondent Michael Bowman talks with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal about the national debate.
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More US Budget Battles after 'Fiscal Cliff(hanger)' (VOA On Assignment Jan. 11)
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VOA National Correspondent Jim Malone joins On Assignment's Philip Alexiou to talk about the U.S. Congress and the budget deal that averted the so-called "fiscal cliff." On January 1, the United States was set to go over the cliff -- a set of predetermined tax hikes and budget cuts that some say could have plunged the nation back into recession. Congress managed at the last moment to delay that scenario, but more tough negotiations loom ahead.
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Beirut Bounces Back (VOA On Assignment Jan. 11)
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Fifteen years of civil war left Lebanon's capital, Beirut, a bombed out, pock-marked city in the early 1990s, but some 20 years later, Beirut is back. VOA Moscow Correspondent James Brooke traveled to the city and talks with On Assignment's Doug Bernard about its renaissance.
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VOA On Assignment: Jan.11, 2013
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Segments: Beirut Bounces Back (VOA On Assignment Jan. 11) 0:54, More US Budget Battles after 'Fiscal Cliff(hanger)' (VOA On Assignment Jan. 11) 6:23, US Considers Tougher Gun Laws after School Shooting Tragedy (VOA On Assignment Jan. 11) 10:14, Dolphins and Seals and Lobsters, Oh My! VOA Under the Sea (VOA On Assignment Jan. 11) 15:40, Vocal Trash 22:24
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Egyptian Singer Puts Protest to Music (VOA On Assignment)
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VOA Middle East Correspondent Elizabeth Arrott tells On Assignment's Alex Villarreal about an Egyptian woman illuminating the political plight of her people with an accordion and a smile. In 2012, Youssra el-Hawary's anti-corruption song "The Wall" went viral, capturing international attention and the first prize in a global music video competition.
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Afghan Economy Faces Uncertain Future as Foreign Forces Withdraw (VOA On Assignment)
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Reporter Bethany Matta talked with On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui in May about the economic effects of the withdrawal of foreign forces from Afghanistan. Matta explains how concerns about Afghanistan's economic future have prompted a financial exodus, with many Afghans moving their money abroad.
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Discovering the 'God Particle' (VOA On Assignment)
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On Assignment's Alex Villarreal interviews VOA Midwest Correspondent Kane Farabaugh on the 2012 discovery of a subatomic particle fitting the description of the Higgs Boson. Scientists called the finding of the so-called "God Particle" historic.
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Somali Businesses Rise from Mogadishu's Ashes (VOA On Assignment)
by VOAvideo 6,169 views
In Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, the sound of hammers has replaced the sound of bullets. A major business boom took hold in 2012, as the city enjoyed its longest period of relative peace in 20 years. VOA's East Africa Correspondent Gabe Joselow talked with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal in July about the boom.
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Cambodian Miners Risk Lives to Dig for Gold (VOA On Assignment)
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Millions of people around the world dig for gold to escape poverty, but many of the mines are unsafe and pollute the environment with dangerous chemicals. Last year, Mony Say of VOA's Khmer Service traveled to a remote province in Cambodia to meet some of the nation's small-scale gold miners, many of whom endure great risks to do their work. He shared the experience with On Assignment's Doug Bernard.
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VOA On Assignment: 4 January, 2012
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Segments: Afghan Economy Faces Uncertain Future as Foreign Forces Withdraw 1:04, Egyptian Singer Puts Protest to Music 6:07, Discovering the 'God Particle' 10:54, Somali Businesses Rise from Mogadishu's Ashes 15:10, Cambodian Miners Risk Lives to Dig for Gold 20:15
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Syria's Media War (VOA On Assignment)
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This year, VOA's Rudi Bakhtiar crossed into Syria - at great risk - to report on the uprising there. She spoke with Philip Alexiou about what some rebels are calling a "media war" against the government.
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On Assignment: Syria Rebellion
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Not all the supporters of Syria's rebellion against President Bashar Al-Assad work in that nation. Alex Pena visited the Jordan border and spoke with Imran Siddiqui about Syrians supporting the uprising from outside.
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On Assignment: North Korea's New Leader
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North Korea began a new era in 2012 with the transition to leadership by Kim Jong-Un. VOA Korean service reporter Sungwon Baik took a rare trip to Pyongyang this year, and spoke with Imran Siddiqui about what he saw.
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On Assignment: 28 December, 2012
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As we approach the start of a new year, the On Assignment team this week takes a look back at some of the more compelling stories we covered in 2012.
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On Assignment: North Korea's New Leader
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North Korea began a new era in 2012 with the transition to leadership by Kim Jong-Un. VOA Korean service reporter Sungwon Baik took a rare trip to Pyongyang this year, and spoke with Imran Siddiqui about what he saw.
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History of the Holidays
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The end-of-year holidays are rich in tradition, but they are, of course, also very significant religious celebrations...celebrations whose origins go back thousands of years. For more perspective on that history, VOA religion reporter Jerome Socolovsky joins On Assignment's Aru Pande and Phil Alexiou.
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VOA On Assignment : 21 December 2012
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Segments: Texas Churches Bring Holiday Spirit to Houston Harbor 0:51, Santa Paws is Coming to Town 4:41, Historic Perspective on Holidays 9:06, Candy Store Makes Its Mark with History 13:21, American Food Waste 17:15, Boat Parade of Lights 20:22
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China's 'Princelings' Create a Name for Nepotism (VOA On Assignment Dec. 14)
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China's booming economy has some experts predicting it could surpass the U.S. economy as the world's largest by 2030. Many people have become recently rich in China, but none have become as fabulously wealthy as the so-called "princelings" -- the children of high party officials. VOA Mandarin Service Reporter Kathy Guofu Yang talked about the trend with On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui.
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Bullies and Bribes: Corruption a Worldwide Concern (VOA On Assignment Dec. 14)
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Anger over corruption can spark mass demonstrations and even topple governments, as we saw with the Arab Spring. But a new global study by anti-corruption organization Transparency International finds deeply-rooted corruption is not going away. VOA's Jeff Seldin covered the 2012 Corruption Perceptions Index and breaks down the rankings with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal.
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Flight from Fight: Syrians Rebuild Lives in Jordan (VOA On Assignment Dec. 14)
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Hundreds of thousands of people fleeing Syria's civil war have taken refuge in neighboring Jordan. There, in refugee tents, many are trying to recreate something of the life they left behind. But not all Syrians are welcome in the camps. As VOA's Elizabeth Arrott tells On Assignment's Philip Alexiou, the lives and statuses of Syrian rebel fighters living in Jordan are much more complicated.
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Election Tests Ghana's Democracy (VOA On Assignment Dec. 14)
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VOA "Daybreak Africa" reporter Peter Clottey joins On Assignment's Alex Villarreal for analysis of Ghana's presidential election, which saw President John Dramani Mahama voted in to his first full four-year term. Clottey recently traveled to Ghana to interview all eight presidential candidates.
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VOA On Assignment: 14 December 2012
by VOAvideo 392 views
Segments : .Flight from Fight: Syrians Rebuild Lives in Jordan 1:01, Election Tests Ghana's Democracy 5:58, Bullies and Bribes: Corruption a Worldwide Concern 9:46, China's 'Princelings' Create a Name for Nepotism 14:59, Young Violin Maker Keeps Family Tradition Alive 20:03
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South Korea Cashes in on 'Gangnam Style' (VOA On Assignment Dec. 7)
by VOAvideo 28,672 views
The South Korean pop song and music video "Gangnam Style" has gone viral. With hundreds of millions of views on Youtube, Gangnam Style has quickly become the most-viewed web video of all time. And that success has not gone unnoticed by the South Korean tourism industry. VOA Korean Service reporter Jeewon Lee explains.
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U.S.-Iran Tensions (VOA On Assignment Dec.7)
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Iran's nuclear program has been at the forefront of challenges faced by four U.S. administrations. The issue was a major talking point during this year's U.S. presidential election. VOA Persian News Network's Guita Aryan joins us to tell more.
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*WARNING: GRAPHIC VIDEO* Battling Illegal Wildlife Trade (VOA On Assignment Dec. 7)
by VOAvideo 982 views
Wildlife law enforcers from Africa, Asia, and the United States are joining forces to crack down on poachers, smugglers, and black market dealers. International training efforts aim to improve cross-border investigations, especially between Africa and China -- the world's biggest consumer of illegal wildlife. Alex talks about it with VOA Bangkok correspondent Daniel Schearf.
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World AIDS: 'Getting to Zero' (VOA On Assignment Dec. 7)
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December 1 was World AIDS Day. U.S. President Barack Obama says the world can beat the disease, and has set new commitments to make anti-AIDS drugs available to more people around the world in 2013. VOA's Nancy Coviello talks about the global AIDS fight, as well as a new health program initiative for Africa.
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VOA On Assignment: 7 December 2012
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Segments: U.S. -- Iran (Nuclear Program) 0:53, AIDS Day 2012 4:50, Law Enforcers Crack Down on Illegal Wildlife Trade 9:26, Korea Tourism, Gangnam Style 14:30, Cities Across the U.S. And Beyond Compete For A Piece Of Hollywood 19:53
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China's View of Obama Visit to Burma (VOA On Assignment Nov. 30)
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Barack Obama is the first U.S. president to visit Burma. It is part of a trip to Asia meant to reinforce Washington's so-called "Asia pivot" which has raised concerns in Beijing about greater U.S. influence in the region. VOA State Department correspondent Scott Stearns has been on this story and he sat down with On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui for the back story.
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Inside World's Farthest Known Galaxy (VOA On Assignment Nov. 30)
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Scientists recently announced the discovery of a new galaxy. In a universe of over one trillion galaxies, that may not seem like much but this one was definitely something special. VOA's Science blogger Rick Pantaleo explains.
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2012 Drought Devastates US Crops (VOA On Assignment Nov. 30)
by VOAvideo 427 views
2012 has been the warmest year on record in the United States and the driest since 1988. The extreme weather has hit some of the nation's most fertile farmland. As the world's largest exporter of corn and soybeans, the impact has been global. Crop prices have reached record highs, raising the cost of feeding livestock. VOA's Steve Baragona and Kane Farabaugh talk about the drought with On Assignment.
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Giant Lessons (VOA On Assignment Nov. 30)
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At one time or another, many of us may feel that we are different from others. American psychologist Andrew Erlich wrote a book about peoples' differences, and an uncle of his who overcame prejudice caused by his extreme height. VOA's Greg Flakus covered the story of this "gentle giant," and we Skype with him to find out more.
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VOA On Assignment : 30 November 2012
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Segments: China's View of Obama Visit to Burma 0:56, Farthest Galaxy 5:48, 2012 Drought Documentary 9:18, Giant Lessons 18:24
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VOA On Assignment: Afghan Military Prepares to Take Over After 2014 (Nov. 23)
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Analysts are questioning whether the Afghan army is ready to take over the country's security when NATO and U.S. forces leave in 2014.On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui talks via Skype with Sharon Behn who recently visited Kabul to find out how the Afghan military is preparing recruits to face the Taliban alone.
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VOA On Assignment: Special Needs Baseball (Nov. 23)
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There are thousands of Little League and youth baseball teams around the world. But this competitive sport can sometimes leave others who want to play on the sidelines.On Assignment's Rebecca Ward reports on one league in the U.S. state of North Carolina where the only requirement for playing is the desire to do so.
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VOA On Assignment: Rangers in C.A.R. Get Tough as Poachers Get Closer (Nov. 23)
by VOAvideo 926 views
In the Central African Republic elephants are increasingly under threat. Poachers in the region are more heavily armed, and are becoming more sophisticated in their attempts to kill elephants for their ivory. But rangers at a wildlife reservation in the C.A.R. are fighting fire with fire. VOA's Nairobi correspondent Gabe Joselow traveled to the C.A.R. for a firsthand look at elephant conservation. We connect with Gabe to get the rest of the story.
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VOA On Assignment: Washington Scrambles as Spending Cuts and Tax Hikes Loom (Nov. 23)
by VOAvideo 315 views
Unless the U.S. Congress acts by year's end, federal taxes will rise for all income groups, and across-the-board spending cuts will go into effect. Economists say the combination of tax hikes and budget cuts -- commonly known as the fiscal cliff -- could send the U.S. economy back into recession. VOA's Michael Bowman talked about this and more with On Assignment's Philip Alexiou.
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VOA On Assignment: 23 November 2012
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Segments: Afghan Military Prepares to Take Over After 2014 0:59, Special Needs Baseball 5:31, Rangers in C.A.R. Get Tough as Poachers Get Closer 10:31, Washington Scrambles as Spending Cuts and Tax Hikes Loom 16:12, Jewish History Museum Preaches Tolerance in Modern Russia 21:00
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VOA On Assignment: CIA Sex Scandal (Nov. 16)
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David Petraeus, the retired U.S. Army General credited with turning around the Iraq war, resigned last week as CIA director. His reason: an extramarital affair. Senior VOA's correspondent Andre de Nesnera discusses the scandal.
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VOA On Assignment: Religious Voters' Role in US Elections (Nov. 16)
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Religious values took a back seat to the economy in this election. Neither candidate spoke much about faith. But researchers say young voters were key to re-electing President Barack Obama. VOA's Jerome Socolovsky talks about it with On Assignment's Rebecca Ward.
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VOA On Assignment: Women Entrepreneurs (Nov. 16)
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Almost one-third of American small businesses are owned by women. And that number is on the rise, especially in fields that were once considered male-only territory, such as the moving company that VOA's Julie Taboh visited.
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VOA On Assignment: Interfaith Service at the Sea (Nov. 16)
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A recent interfaith worship service on a California beach celebrated the state's surfing culture. Christians, Muslims, Jews and others came together at the ocean for lessons about life and faith. Los Angeles correspondent Mike O'Sullivan provides the back story.
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VOA On Assignment: 16 November 2012
by VOAvideo 337 views
Segments: CIA Sex Scandal 0:51, Religious Voters' Role in US Elections 5:11, Women Entrepreneurs 9:53, Interfaith Service at the Sea 15:36, Kurdish Village Heals Wounds on Basketball Court 20:07
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VOA On Assignment: Changing US Population Helped Obama (Nov. 9)
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President Barack Obama won re-election, thanks in large part to the same political coalition that helped him first get elected four years ago - women, minorities and young voters. VOA National Correspondent Jim Malone talks about this with Imran Siddiqui and Alex Villarreal.
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VOA On Assignment: U.S. Elections and Global Economy (Nov. 9)
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In an interview with On Assignment's hosts, VOA's Mil Arcega explains how the outcome of the US elections may affect the global economy.
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VOA On Assignment: Vote Energizes Ukraine's Opposition (Nov 9)
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After the elections in Ukraine, it seems clear that President Viktor Yanukovych will keep a narrow parliamentary majority. But he faces new parties and younger faces in Ukraine's pro-Western opposition. VOA's James Brooke talks about it from Kyiv via Skype.
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VOA On Assignment: Hurricane - iPhone Video (Nov. 9)
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Hurricane Sandy hit the Washington, DC, area with heavy wind and rains, and though the region escaped major damage, the storm made life difficult for residents and reporters alike. But VOA's Zulima Palacio was able to capture video of the storm in a unique way, and talks about it with On Assignment's Alex Villarreal.
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VOA On Assignment: 9 November 2012
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Segments: Changing US Population Helped Obama 1:06, U.S. Elections and Global Economy 4:56, Vote Energizes Ukraine's Opposition 8:57, Hurricane - iPhone Video 14:45, US Presidential Election Meets Indifference in Middle East 19:50
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VOA On Assignment: Syrian Rebels Bogged Down in Aleppo (Nov. 2)
by VOAvideo 588 views
For months, rebels of the Free Syrian Army have been waging battles with government forces in parts of Syria's most populous city, Aleppo. The fight is largely at a stalemate with rebels kept at bay by government snipers and a poundings by planes and helicopters. Alex Villarreal talks with VOA's Scott Bobb who was recently in Aleppo with rebel forces.
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VOA On Assignment: US Election (Nov. 2)
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VOA National correspondent Jim Malone discusses the latest on the U.S. presidential campaign with On Assignment's Imran Siddiqui
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VOA On Assignment: Spain Economy (Nov. 2)
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Spain's economy has crashed, going from the status of one of Europe's high-flyers to become one of its desperate cases. When corporations and individuals could not pay high debts built up during the boom years, the government had to step in. And now, the government itself may need a European bailout. VOA's Al Pessin talks about this with Alex Villareal.
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VOA On Assignment: Electronic Dance Music (Nov. 2)
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Electronic Dance Music is spilling out of night clubs and blasting into the mainstream. VOA's Carla Babb tells more about it to Imran Siddiqui.
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VOA On Assignment: 2 November 2012
by VOAvideo 260 views
Segments: Syrian Rebels Bogged Down in Aleppo 1:03, US Election 6:49, Tough Choice for Spain's Leaders, Tough Time for Its Workers 10:04, Electronic Dance Music Bounds Into Mainstream 14:50, A Washington Gym Combines Politics and Exercise to Help Residents Cope with the Election Season 20:47
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On Assignment 26 October
by VOAvideo 245 views
Segments: Northern Mali Militias Training Youth To Fight 0: 56, American Cycling Star Lance Armstrong Awaits Fallout from Doping Case 5:57, Chinese Harley Riders 9:27, Can Women Really "Have it All?" 14:15, Corn Maze 19:35
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On Assignment 19 October
by VOAvideo 276 views
Segments: Afghan Resort Struggles to Recover from June Attack 0: 53, Indian Girls Rising Up Against Child Marriage 5:58, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez Wins Re-Election Bid 11:27, New York Romas Enrich City's Culture 16:16, Kenya Flip-Flor Recycling 20:38
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On Assignment 12 October
by VOAvideo 204 views
Segments: Segments: Tunisia Free Speech 0:51, Obama and Romney Campaigns Target Virginia 6:26, Traditional Stoves: Nigeria's Quiet Killers 11:10, Damascus School Struggles to Carry On 16:16, Prayer Adds Special Touch to Nuns' Cheese 18:52
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On Assignment 5 October
by VOAvideo 357 views
Segments: Controversial Japanese Fast Breeder Reactor 0:46, Global Middle Class 6:43 Reality of Mormon Life More Complex Than Romney Image 11:16, Documentary Profiles Chinese Artist and His Political Activism 16:53, Graffiti Artists Paint Beijing 22:05
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On Assignment 28 September
by VOAvideo 287 views
Segments: Life Returns to Streets of Somali Coastal Town After Al-Shabab Exit 0:48, USAID Democracy Programs Can Complicate International Relations 6:12, Aung San Suu Kyi Visits VOA 11:53, CPJ Journalist Security Guide 16:52, Italian Entrepreneurs Looking for Chinese Help 22:31
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On Assignment 21 September
by VOAvideo 209 views
Segments: Christian Pakistani Accused of Blasphemy Out on Bail :44, Voices of America: Art Conservator 6:39, Egyptian Singer Tackles Real and Metaphorical Walls 10:50, Secretary Clinton on APEC Summit in Vladivostok 15:51, European Farmers Trying to Boost Grain Supplies 21:08
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On Assignment 14 September
by VOAvideo 250 views
Segments: Two Brothers Wage Media War for Syrian Rebels :48, Conventions Rally Both US Parties 7:58, Bollywood Singer Who Died Decades Ago Still Much Loved in India and Pakistan 12:52, Autism Success Story 19:11, Russia Embraces Asia at Vladivostok Meeting 24:47
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On Assignment 7 September
by VOAvideo 276 views
Syrian Conflict Gives Kurds New Freedom :51, Old Politics - New Media 6:34, Charges of Human Rights Abuses in Burma Against One of the World's Most persecuted Minorities 10:50, Iranian Homosexuals Speak Out 15:43, Comic Books Go Digital 21:18
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On Assignment 31 August
by VOAvideo 301 views
Pussy Riot Jail Sentences Highlight Russia's Split :52; Tampa: Republican Convention Without Walls 6:41; Mixed Reactions to Genetically Modified Corn as Drought-Fighter 10:22; Born Again: The Re-Incarnation of a Plastic Bottle 15:13; Horses and Inmates Both Get a Second Chance 20:05
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On Assignment 24 August
by VOAvideo 204 views
Segments: In Zambia George W. Bush Joins Fight Against Cervical Cancer :51, Summertime Alaska 7:45, Death of an Environmentalist 12:56, Indonesia Smoking 16:25, Coney Island Sideshows 19:45
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On Assignment 17 August
by VOAvideo 190 views
Segments: Syrian Refugees in Lebanon :52, Life After Death Row 6:06, Students in Free Enterprise 13:42, Learning English 15:48, France's New Passion: Chinese 21:01
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On Assignment 10 August
by VOAvideo 153 views
Segments: "Clinton" 0:52, "Reporter Arrest" 6:38, "Curiosity" 10:25, "Lake Lanier" 16:00, "Afghanistan Graffiti" 21:02
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On Assignment 3 August
by VOAvideo 568 views
Aids Conference 0:46, Farm to Table 6:41, South China Sea 10:13, Fallujah 16:02, Aids Theater 21:16
"AIDS Conference" VOA's Suzanne Presto shares some of the major issues debated at the 19th annual International AIDS Conference.
"Farm to Table" VOA's Sean Burke discusses the health benefits of locally grown, organic produce.
"South China Sea" Daniel Schearf, VOA's Bangkok correspondent explains what's causing tension between China and the Philippines.
"Fallujah" VOA's L.A. Bureau Chief, Mike O'Sullivan, gets the story behind a new opera based on the war in Iraq.
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On Assignment July 27
by VOAvideo 129 views
Segments: Syrian Refugees :50, YouTube News 6:40, US Election 10:50, US Olympians 15:15, Olympics Security 21:00
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On Assignment July 20
by VOAvideo 212 views
Segments: "Mogadishu" 0:51, "Bath Salts" 7:31, "Chinese Muslims" 13:15, "Green House" 18:19
"Mogadishu" VOA's Gabe Joselow discusses why Mogadishu is experiencing an economic rebound.
"Bath Salts" Carolyn Presutti of VOA News investigates a dangerous new street drug that you may have unknowingly encountered.
"Chinese Muslims" VOA's Stephanie Ho reports from Ningxia on the economic development project meant to attract Muslims in Asia.
"Green House" On Assignment's Rebecca Ward follows the construction of a cutting edge, energy efficient home.
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On Assignment 13 July
by VOAvideo 163 views
Segments: "Higgs boson" 0:59, "Hostile Environment" 6:09, "Hawaii Birds" 10:59, "Floating Classroom" 15:27, "Egypt Olympian" 21:00
"Higgs boson" VOA's Kane Farabaugh puts the potential discovery of the Higgs boson, or "God particle," into laymens terms.
"Hostile Environment" Arash Arabasadi of VOA's Persian News Network shares his insights and injuries from a Hostile Environment training camp.
"Hawaii Birds" VOA's Zulima Palacio discusses how one invasive predator is turning Hawaii into the bird extinction capital of the world.
"Floating Classroom" VOA's Elizabeth Lee reports from LA as some students take to the seas to study aboard a 'floating classroom.'
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On Assignment 6 July
by VOAvideo 861 views
Segments: "Somalia" 0:52, "Organic Farming" 5:43, "Sharia loans" 10:44, "Bonobos" 15:52, "Iranian-American Rapper" 20:30
"Somalia Constitution" Harun Maruf, senior editor for VOA's Somali Service, shares the results of a landmark survey about the draft constitution.
"Organic Farming" VOA's Agriculture Reporter Steve Baragona debates if organic farming alone can sustain the world.
"Sharia loans" Mana Rabiee of VOA's Persian News Network explains how some Muslim-Americans are taking out Sharia compliant mortgages.
"Bonobos" VOA's Julie Taboh sheds light on an obscure species of primates that shares more DNA with us than you might think.
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On Assignment 29 June
by VOAvideo 218 views
Segments: "Greece Economy" 0:56, "Egypt Post-Election" 6:37, "Cambodian Gold" 10:50, "Kenya Maize" 16:09, "Ukraine" 21:15
"Greece Economy" VOA's Business Reporter Mil Arcega discusses the global implications of Greece's financial troubles.
"Egypt Post-Election" Davin Hutchins of VOA's Middle East Voices explains what's in store for Egypt's new president.
"Cambodian Gold" VOA's Mony Say shares the dangers of mining Cambodian gold.
"Kenya Maize" Reporter Alex Pena tries to crack the mystery behind infected maize in Kenya.
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On Assignment June 22
by VOAvideo 418 views
Segments: "Egypt Elections" 0:58, "Amelia Earhart" 8:18, "Plastic Journey" 13:04, "Polio Vaccine" 18:11
On Assignment This Week:
"Egypt Elections" Davin Hutchins of VOA News discusses the mood in Egypt during the elections.
"Amelia Earhart" VOA's Jeff Swicord sheds light on the mystery of Amelia Earhart's disappearance.
"Plastic Journey" VOA's Arash Arabasadi explores the lifecycle of a plastic bottle.
"Polio Vaccine" We speak with VOA's Brian Padden about the challenges of eradicating polio in Pakistan.
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On Assignment 15 June
by VOAvideo 1,408 views
Segments: U.S.-Pakistan relations :58, Olympics 9:12, Iran 14:38, India urbanization 20:09, Korea surveillance 25:21
"U.S.-Pakistan Relations" VOA's Ayaz Gul discusses Pakistan a year after Osama bin Laden's death.
"Olympics" VOA's Parke Brewer shares which athletes to look out for in the summer Olympics.
"Gay in Iran" VOA's Hamideh Aramideh explores the challenges facing homosexuals in Iran.
"India Urbanization" We speak with VOA's Kurt Achin about the agricultural boom fueling prosperity in India.
That, plus Jason Strouther reports on citizen surveillance efforts in South Korea, this week On Assignment. -
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On Assignment 8 June
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"Syria Smuggling" Reporter Alex Pena discusses the growth of smuggling into and out of Syria.
"Flame Virus" VOA's Jerome Socolovsky introduces us to the Flame virus, targeting computers in the Middle East.
"Nigeria Interfaith" VOA's Anne Look explores interfaith dialogue between Nigerian Muslims and Christians.
"Tough Mudder" We speak with VOA's Ramon Taylor about an unusual, and extreme, endurance competition.
That, plus Henry Ridgwell reports on economic and political divisions in Greece, this week On Assignment.
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On Assignment 1 June
by VOAvideo 596 views
On Assignment This Week:
"Chen's Troubles" VOA Mandarin correspondent Yi Bing discusses Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng and the threats to his friends and family.
"GPS Farming" VOA's Steve Baragona introduces us to a high-tech solution to an ages old problem in farming.
"Indonesia Smoking" Kate Lamb in Jakarta explores the rapid rise in juvenile smoking rates in Indonesia.
"Special English" We speak with VOA's June Simms about what makes VOA's Special English so popular.
That, plus Lisa Bryant reports on the changing role of women in French politics and society, this week On Assignment.
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On Assignment 25 May
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"Trouble In Sudan" Correspondent Scott Stearns discusses the tense situation along Sudan's southern border.
"Protecting Afghan Women's Rights" VOA's Aru Pande talks about efforts to safeguard women's rights in Afghanistan.
"Burma Pipeline" VOA's Daniel Schearf explores a controversial pipeline between Burma and China.
"Brazil's Future" We speak with VOA's Carol Castiel about her exclusive interview with Brazilian foreign minister Antonio Patriota. -
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On Assignment Episode 11
by VOAvideo 138 views
Segments: Syria Conflict :45, Facebook IPO 8:30, Oil And Airlines 15:15, Atrazine 19:45, Slum Drummers 25:25
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On Assignment Episode 10
by VOAvideo 285 views
Segments: North Korea 1:10, US Politics 6:00, Stolen Art 14:00, Soap Story 19:30, Roller Coaster Physics 25:00
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On Assignment Episode 9
by VOAvideo 195 views
Segments: Afghan Economy :45, Nobel Conference 6:15, Howard Theater 13:50, Larry London 20:20, Portugal Emigration 25:30
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On Assignment Episode 7
by VOAvideo 157 views
Episode 7 segments: Inside Cuba at :42, World Bank at 8:22, Tibetan film maker at 14:00, Middle East Voices at 19:17
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On Assignment EP2
by VOAvideo 754 views
In this weeks On Assignment episode - Our first stop: Lebanon, where we learn how VOA got inside a secret clinic treating Syrians...
You'll hear from our correspondent on the U.S. campaign trail, as Republican candidates fight to take on President Obama...
We'll talk to our Russian colleagues about their hot new show shaking things up in cyberspace...And finally, watch how VOA is using music and discourse to rock the airwaves in Africa. These are the stories behind the stories. So stay with us, as we go On Assignment. -
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On Assignment EP1
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On Assignment, Voice of America's new 30-minute weekly TV magazine show, introduces the correspondents and producers who bring you the news. In our first program, reporter Sharon Behn and videographer Ilyas Khan, take viewers to Baghdad where they reported on the withdrawal of U.S. troops after a decade of war, and the dangers faced by veteran correspondents.
This week's On Assignment also features Khin Soe Win, the first VOA reporter to return to her native Burma since 1995, and Carolyn Presutti who describes her recent trip to Haiti to report on the painful recovery from a devastating earthquake two years ago.
Washington, D.C. — February 24, 2012
