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Yabelana labanye – VOA60 America. false nd 2026 - VOA 60 Wed, 06 May 2026 15:25:05 +0200 Pangea CMS – VOA VOA VOA voadigital@voanews.com episodic U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Wednesday to escalate a global trade war with further tariffs on European Union goods, as major U.S. trading partners, the EU and Canada, retaliated against his 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-vows-to-respond-to-eu-retaliatory-tariffs/8009708.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-vows-to-respond-to-eu-retaliatory-tariffs/8009708.html Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:35:54 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Wednesday to escalate a global trade war with further tariffs on European Union goods, as major U.S. trading partners, the EU and Canada, retaliated against his 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump officially increased tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25% on Wednesday. The European Union has announced its own countermeasures, imposing duties on U.S. industrial and farm products worth about $28 billion starting April 1. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-enacts-tariffs-on-all-steel-aluminum-imports-eu-retaliates/8008365.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-enacts-tariffs-on-all-steel-aluminum-imports-eu-retaliates/8008365.html Wed, 12 Mar 2025 19:55:15 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump officially increased tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25% on Wednesday. The European Union has announced its own countermeasures, imposing duties on U.S. industrial and farm products worth about $28 billion starting April 1. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. and Ukrainian officials began talks Tuesday in Saudi Arabia with the Ukrainian side expected to present a partial ceasefire plan with Russia. The Ukrainian plan includes halting long-range missile strikes and a truce covering the Black Sea. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-and-ukrainian-officials-began-talks-in-saudi-arabia/8007075.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-and-ukrainian-officials-began-talks-in-saudi-arabia/8007075.html Tue, 11 Mar 2025 20:23:57 +0200 VOA U.S. and Ukrainian officials began talks Tuesday in Saudi Arabia with the Ukrainian side expected to present a partial ceasefire plan with Russia. The Ukrainian plan includes halting long-range missile strikes and a truce covering the Black Sea. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. officials are planning to use Tuesday's meeting in part to determine whether Ukraine is willing to make material concessions to Russia to end the war, according to two U.S. officials. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---rubio-heads-to-saudi-arabia-for-us-ukraine-talks/8005571.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---rubio-heads-to-saudi-arabia-for-us-ukraine-talks/8005571.html Mon, 10 Mar 2025 19:55:32 +0200 VOA U.S. officials are planning to use Tuesday's meeting in part to determine whether Ukraine is willing to make material concessions to Russia to end the war, according to two U.S. officials. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday delayed for four weeks his 25% tariffs on most Mexican and Canadian exports to the United States. Trump said in the Oval Office that he still plans to impose “reciprocal” tariffs starting April 2. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-delays-tariffs-on-mexican-canadian-goods/8002775.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-delays-tariffs-on-mexican-canadian-goods/8002775.html Fri, 07 Mar 2025 21:06:28 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday delayed for four weeks his 25% tariffs on most Mexican and Canadian exports to the United States. Trump said in the Oval Office that he still plans to impose “reciprocal” tariffs starting April 2. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The memo says the goal is to return the agency to 2019 staffing levels of just under 400,000. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-administration-plans-to-cut-80-000-jobs-at-veterans-affairs-memo-says/8001407.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-administration-plans-to-cut-80-000-jobs-at-veterans-affairs-memo-says/8001407.html Thu, 06 Mar 2025 20:28:29 +0200 VOA The memo says the goal is to return the agency to 2019 staffing levels of just under 400,000. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking to a joint session of Congress, defended his new tariffs on U.S. trading partners and pledged that more are coming. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---ump-declares-america-is-back-defends-his-policies-in-address-to-congress/7999053.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---ump-declares-america-is-back-defends-his-policies-in-address-to-congress/7999053.html Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:10:43 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking to a joint session of Congress, defended his new tariffs on U.S. trading partners and pledged that more are coming. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine, the White House announced late Monday. "The President has been clear that he is focused on peace,” a senior administration official told VOA in an email. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-pauses-us-aid-to-ukraine/7997473.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-pauses-us-aid-to-ukraine/7997473.html Tue, 04 Mar 2025 20:34:40 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine, the White House announced late Monday. "The President has been clear that he is focused on peace,” a senior administration official told VOA in an email. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to impose new tariffs Tuesday on Canadian and Mexican exports to the United States, but Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told Fox News Sunday they may not be as high as the 25% figure Trump was planning. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---new-us-tariffs-on-canada-mexico-could-be-eased-commerce-secretary-lutnick-says/7995554.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---new-us-tariffs-on-canada-mexico-could-be-eased-commerce-secretary-lutnick-says/7995554.html Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:33:36 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to impose new tariffs Tuesday on Canadian and Mexican exports to the United States, but Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told Fox News Sunday they may not be as high as the 25% figure Trump was planning. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President Trump said Thursday he would impose 25% tariffs on imported goods from Canada and Mexico starting Tuesday over what he said were illegal drugs flowing into the U.S. from those countries. Trump said he also was hitting China with an additional 10% tariff Tuesday on its exports to the U.S. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-to-hit-canada-mexico-china-with-new-tariffs-next-week/7992817.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-to-hit-canada-mexico-china-with-new-tariffs-next-week/7992817.html Fri, 28 Feb 2025 21:01:07 +0200 VOA President Trump said Thursday he would impose 25% tariffs on imported goods from Canada and Mexico starting Tuesday over what he said were illegal drugs flowing into the U.S. from those countries. Trump said he also was hitting China with an additional 10% tariff Tuesday on its exports to the U.S. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull During the first Cabinet meeting of his second term, President Trump said that tariffs on European Union products would be at 25 percent in general and signaled that duties on Canada and Mexico will take effect in early April. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-says-25-tariffs-on-eu-goods-to-be-announced-soon/7990479.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-says-25-tariffs-on-eu-goods-to-be-announced-soon/7990479.html Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:37:27 +0200 VOA During the first Cabinet meeting of his second term, President Trump said that tariffs on European Union products would be at 25 percent in general and signaled that duties on Canada and Mexico will take effect in early April. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President Donald Trump said Tuesday he wants to offer wealthy immigrants “gold cards,” offering to sell them the possibility of citizenship for $5 million. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested the program would begin in two weeks and replace the existing EB-5 immigrant investor program. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-us-to-sell-5m-gold-card-possibility-of-citizenship-to-wealthy-immigrants/7989203.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-us-to-sell-5m-gold-card-possibility-of-citizenship-to-wealthy-immigrants/7989203.html Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:40:27 +0200 VOA President Donald Trump said Tuesday he wants to offer wealthy immigrants “gold cards,” offering to sell them the possibility of citizenship for $5 million. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested the program would begin in two weeks and replace the existing EB-5 immigrant investor program. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The new policy would charge Chinese-owned cargo ships, as well as third country flagged vessels built in China, $1 million or more per port-of-call in the U.S. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-administration-proposes-steep-fees-on-chinese-cargo-ships/7987787.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-administration-proposes-steep-fees-on-chinese-cargo-ships/7987787.html Tue, 25 Feb 2025 21:38:16 +0200 VOA The new policy would charge Chinese-owned cargo ships, as well as third country flagged vessels built in China, $1 million or more per port-of-call in the U.S. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump hailed Sunday’s election in Germany, in which the center-right opposition won first place followed by the far-right AfD with its strongest result ever. In a post on Truth Social Trump called the outcome a "great day for Germany.” https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-trump-hails-german-election-result-as-great-day-for-germany-/7986380.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-trump-hails-german-election-result-as-great-day-for-germany-/7986380.html Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:48:21 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump hailed Sunday’s election in Germany, in which the center-right opposition won first place followed by the far-right AfD with its strongest result ever. In a post on Truth Social Trump called the outcome a "great day for Germany.” 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump and the current leaders of Argentina, Italy and Slovakia are among the figures set to address a three-day meeting of prominent conservatives that began Thursday outside of Washington. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-vance-among-speakers-at-gathering-of-conservatives/7983671.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-vance-among-speakers-at-gathering-of-conservatives/7983671.html Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:25:18 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump and the current leaders of Argentina, Italy and Slovakia are among the figures set to address a three-day meeting of prominent conservatives that began Thursday outside of Washington. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The Trump administration on Wednesday designated eight cartels and criminal gangs in Latin America as global terrorist organizations. The move includes the Salvadoran MS-13 gang, the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang and the Mexican Sinaloa Cartel. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-designates-eight-drug-cartels-criminal-gangs-as-global-terrorist-organizations/7982280.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-designates-eight-drug-cartels-criminal-gangs-as-global-terrorist-organizations/7982280.html Thu, 20 Feb 2025 21:34:54 +0200 VOA The Trump administration on Wednesday designated eight cartels and criminal gangs in Latin America as global terrorist organizations. The move includes the Salvadoran MS-13 gang, the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang and the Mexican Sinaloa Cartel. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan refused Tuesday to immediately block billionaire Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing government data systems or participating in worker layoffs. A lawsuit was filed by 14 Democratic states challenging DOGE's authority. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---judge-won-t-block-musk-doge-from-federal-data-layoffs/7980893.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---judge-won-t-block-musk-doge-from-federal-data-layoffs/7980893.html Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:13:22 +0200 VOA U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan refused Tuesday to immediately block billionaire Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing government data systems or participating in worker layoffs. A lawsuit was filed by 14 Democratic states challenging DOGE's authority. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Top U.S. and Russian diplomats began meetings Tuesday in Saudi Arabia about restoring relations between their countries and a potential end to Russia’s war in Ukraine. Both sides have tempered expectations. Ukrainian leaders said they were not invited to participate. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-russian-officials-meet-to-discuss-ukraine-war-bilateral-relations/7979440.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-russian-officials-meet-to-discuss-ukraine-war-bilateral-relations/7979440.html Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:09:56 +0200 VOA Top U.S. and Russian diplomats began meetings Tuesday in Saudi Arabia about restoring relations between their countries and a potential end to Russia’s war in Ukraine. Both sides have tempered expectations. Ukrainian leaders said they were not invited to participate. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with his Saudi counterpart in Riyadh, as he leads a delegation to the nation to meet with Russian officials for talks on restoring ties, ending the war in Ukraine and preparing a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio-meets-saudi-counterpart-in-riyadh/7978038.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio-meets-saudi-counterpart-in-riyadh/7978038.html Mon, 17 Feb 2025 19:36:51 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with his Saudi counterpart in Riyadh, as he leads a delegation to the nation to meet with Russian officials for talks on restoring ties, ending the war in Ukraine and preparing a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President Donald Trump on Thursday signed a memorandum calling for reciprocal tariffs on America’s trading partners. “If you build your product in the United States, there are no tariffs,” Trump said. The goal is to bring down America’s budget deficit, estimated to be approaching $2 trillion. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-signs-memorandum-calling-for-reciprocal-tariffs-on-us-trading-partners/7975299.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-signs-memorandum-calling-for-reciprocal-tariffs-on-us-trading-partners/7975299.html Fri, 14 Feb 2025 19:43:57 +0200 VOA President Donald Trump on Thursday signed a memorandum calling for reciprocal tariffs on America’s trading partners. “If you build your product in the United States, there are no tariffs,” Trump said. The goal is to bring down America’s budget deficit, estimated to be approaching $2 trillion. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to begin negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters that Putin "wants peace" and he believes a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine will happen "in the “not too distant future.” https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-believes-ukraine-ceasefire-will-happen-in-not-too-distant-future-/7974077.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-believes-ukraine-ceasefire-will-happen-in-not-too-distant-future-/7974077.html Thu, 13 Feb 2025 21:29:44 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to begin negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters that Putin "wants peace" and he believes a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine will happen "in the “not too distant future.” 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to begin negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters that Putin "wants peace" and he believes a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine will happen "in the “not too distant future.” https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-believes-ukraine-ceasefire-will-happen-in-not-too-distant-future-/7974076.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-believes-ukraine-ceasefire-will-happen-in-not-too-distant-future-/7974076.html Thu, 13 Feb 2025 21:28:42 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to begin negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters that Putin "wants peace" and he believes a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine will happen "in the “not too distant future.” 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull American teacher Marc Fogel was freed by Russia where he had been detained since August 2021 for bringing medically prescribed marijuana into the country. The Kremlin said Wednesday that the United States released a Russian citizen from a U.S. prison as part of the deal. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-teacher-returns-home-after-being-freed-by-russia/7972555.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-teacher-returns-home-after-being-freed-by-russia/7972555.html Wed, 12 Feb 2025 21:00:43 +0200 VOA American teacher Marc Fogel was freed by Russia where he had been detained since August 2021 for bringing medically prescribed marijuana into the country. The Kremlin said Wednesday that the United States released a Russian citizen from a U.S. prison as part of the deal. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday raised tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 10% to 25%. Trump’s executive orders also removed country exceptions, quotas, and many product-specific exclusions. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-imposes-25-tariffs-on-steel-aluminum-imports/7971044.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-imposes-25-tariffs-on-steel-aluminum-imports/7971044.html Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:30:25 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday raised tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 10% to 25%. Trump’s executive orders also removed country exceptions, quotas, and many product-specific exclusions. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President Trump on Sunday reiterated his pledge to take control of Gaza. Trump said, “We’re committed to owning it, taking it, and making sure that Hamas doesn’t move back.” Trump’s plan has received support inside Israel, but the Arab world and the Palestinian leadership categorically reject it. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-trump-repeats-pledge-to-take-gaza/7969764.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-trump-repeats-pledge-to-take-gaza/7969764.html Mon, 10 Feb 2025 21:32:00 +0200 VOA President Trump on Sunday reiterated his pledge to take control of Gaza. Trump said, “We’re committed to owning it, taking it, and making sure that Hamas doesn’t move back.” Trump’s plan has received support inside Israel, but the Arab world and the Palestinian leadership categorically reject it. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull A federal judge Thursday temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s effort to get federal employees to resign by offering them financial incentives. The effort is now on hold until at least Monday. The White House said more than 40,000 federal employees had accepted the offer so far. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-judge-blocks-trump-offer-for-government-workers-until-at-least-monday/7966806.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-judge-blocks-trump-offer-for-government-workers-until-at-least-monday/7966806.html Fri, 07 Feb 2025 18:52:22 +0200 VOA A federal judge Thursday temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s effort to get federal employees to resign by offering them financial incentives. The effort is now on hold until at least Monday. The White House said more than 40,000 federal employees had accepted the offer so far. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday intended to ban transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports. The order titled "Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports" was condemned by trans rights advocates. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-signs-order-intended-to-ban-transgender-athletes-from-female-sports/7965478.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-signs-order-intended-to-ban-transgender-athletes-from-female-sports/7965478.html Thu, 06 Feb 2025 20:16:54 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday intended to ban transgender athletes from participating in girls' and women's sports. The order titled "Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports" was condemned by trans rights advocates. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull During a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump did not share details on how he plans to exert control over the area ravaged by 15 months of war, but he did not rule out sending U.S. troops. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-says-us-will-take-ownership-of-gaza/7964138.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-says-us-will-take-ownership-of-gaza/7964138.html Wed, 05 Feb 2025 20:54:11 +0200 VOA During a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump did not share details on how he plans to exert control over the area ravaged by 15 months of war, but he did not rule out sending U.S. troops. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull New 10% U.S. tariffs on all Chinese goods took effect Tuesday in an effort by the Trump administration to pressure Beijing to prevent fentanyl smuggling into the United States. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-tariffs-on-chinese-goods-go-into-effect-china-responds-with-its-tariffs/7962815.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-tariffs-on-chinese-goods-go-into-effect-china-responds-with-its-tariffs/7962815.html Tue, 04 Feb 2025 21:16:12 +0200 VOA New 10% U.S. tariffs on all Chinese goods took effect Tuesday in an effort by the Trump administration to pressure Beijing to prevent fentanyl smuggling into the United States. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Billionaire Elon Musk, who is heading President Trump's drive to shrink the federal government, said early Monday he spoke with the President who, according to Musk, agreed that the U.S. foreign aid agency USAID should be shut down. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---usaid-staffers-told-to-stay-out-of-washington-headquarters-after-musk-said-trump-agreed-to-close-it-/7961401.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---usaid-staffers-told-to-stay-out-of-washington-headquarters-after-musk-said-trump-agreed-to-close-it-/7961401.html Mon, 03 Feb 2025 21:17:07 +0200 VOA Billionaire Elon Musk, who is heading President Trump's drive to shrink the federal government, said early Monday he spoke with the President who, according to Musk, agreed that the U.S. foreign aid agency USAID should be shut down. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Investigators recovered Thursday the so-called black boxes from the American Airlines jet that broke into several pieces in the Potomac River after colliding with a U.S. military helicopter Wednesday night near Washington. There were no survivors among 67 people on board the two aircraft. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---investigators-recover-black-boxes-from-washington-plane-crash/7958670.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---investigators-recover-black-boxes-from-washington-plane-crash/7958670.html Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:05:09 +0200 VOA Investigators recovered Thursday the so-called black boxes from the American Airlines jet that broke into several pieces in the Potomac River after colliding with a U.S. military helicopter Wednesday night near Washington. There were no survivors among 67 people on board the two aircraft. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull A regional jet and a U.S. military helicopter collided in the air late Wednesday as the plane approached Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport near the U.S. capital city. According to authorities, 67 people were on board the two aircraft. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---no-survivors-after-regional-jet-us-military-helicopter-collide-at-washington-airport/7957289.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---no-survivors-after-regional-jet-us-military-helicopter-collide-at-washington-airport/7957289.html Thu, 30 Jan 2025 21:33:31 +0200 VOA A regional jet and a U.S. military helicopter collided in the air late Wednesday as the plane approached Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport near the U.S. capital city. According to authorities, 67 people were on board the two aircraft. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The Trump administration issued a memo Tuesday offering to many of the 2 million federal workers a financial incentive to leave their posts by the end of September. The resignation program is part of the administration’s effort to shrink the federal workforce. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-administration-offers-resignation-program-amid-effort-to-shrink-federal-workforce/7955805.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-administration-offers-resignation-program-amid-effort-to-shrink-federal-workforce/7955805.html Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:01:07 +0200 VOA The Trump administration issued a memo Tuesday offering to many of the 2 million federal workers a financial incentive to leave their posts by the end of September. The resignation program is part of the administration’s effort to shrink the federal workforce. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The U.S. Senate on Monday confirmed Scott Bessent to become U.S. Treasury secretary, clearing the confirmation with a 68-29 vote. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-senate-confirms-scott-bessent-as-treasury-secretary/7953464.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-senate-confirms-scott-bessent-as-treasury-secretary/7953464.html Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:03:53 +0200 VOA The U.S. Senate on Monday confirmed Scott Bessent to become U.S. Treasury secretary, clearing the confirmation with a 68-29 vote. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The White House announced late Sunday the United States was backing off a series of retaliatory measures levied against Colombia saying the South American nation had agreed to accept U.S. military aircraft carrying deported migrants. Colombia earlier refused to accept flights carrying deportees. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-colombia-reach-migrant-deportation-deal-after-tariff-threats-by-president-trump/7952054.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-colombia-reach-migrant-deportation-deal-after-tariff-threats-by-president-trump/7952054.html Mon, 27 Jan 2025 21:19:29 +0200 VOA The White House announced late Sunday the United States was backing off a series of retaliatory measures levied against Colombia saying the South American nation had agreed to accept U.S. military aircraft carrying deported migrants. Colombia earlier refused to accept flights carrying deportees. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Donald Trump will travel to disaster zones in western North Carolina and Los Angeles on Friday. North Carolina is one of the states hit hard by Hurricane Helene last year while Los Angeles is still battling deadly wildfires. The trip is Trump's first since taking office on Monday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-to-visit-disaster-zones-in-north-carolina-and-california/7949149.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-to-visit-disaster-zones-in-north-carolina-and-california/7949149.html Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:30:04 +0200 VOA U.S. President Donald Trump will travel to disaster zones in western North Carolina and Los Angeles on Friday. North Carolina is one of the states hit hard by Hurricane Helene last year while Los Angeles is still battling deadly wildfires. The trip is Trump's first since taking office on Monday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The U.S. Department of Defense announced Wednesday it has begun deploying 1,500 active-duty troops to help secure the southern border. The Pentagon also will provide military aircraft for Department of Homeland Security deportation flights for more than 5,000 detained migrants. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---pentagon-will-send-up-to-1-500-active-duty-troops-to-help-secure-us-mexico-border/7947789.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---pentagon-will-send-up-to-1-500-active-duty-troops-to-help-secure-us-mexico-border/7947789.html Thu, 23 Jan 2025 19:50:23 +0200 VOA The U.S. Department of Defense announced Wednesday it has begun deploying 1,500 active-duty troops to help secure the southern border. The Pentagon also will provide military aircraft for Department of Homeland Security deportation flights for more than 5,000 detained migrants. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President Trump vowed on Tuesday to hit the European Union with tariffs and warned that a 10% duty on Chinese imports could also come by February 1 because fentanyl is being sent from China to the U.S. via Mexico and Canada. Trump singled out the EU for not importing enough American products. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-says-eu-in-for-tariffs-warns-of-10-rate-on-chinese-imports/7946483.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-says-eu-in-for-tariffs-warns-of-10-rate-on-chinese-imports/7946483.html Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:56:36 +0200 VOA President Trump vowed on Tuesday to hit the European Union with tariffs and warned that a 10% duty on Chinese imports could also come by February 1 because fentanyl is being sent from China to the U.S. via Mexico and Canada. Trump singled out the EU for not importing enough American products. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull On the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump announced a series of executive actions addressing immigration and border security. Trump also ordered the United States to withdraw from the 2015 Paris climate accord and from the World Health Organization. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-trump-issues-series-of-executive-orders-on-immigration/7944965.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-trump-issues-series-of-executive-orders-on-immigration/7944965.html Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:55:21 +0200 VOA On the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump announced a series of executive actions addressing immigration and border security. Trump also ordered the United States to withdraw from the 2015 Paris climate accord and from the World Health Organization. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The inauguration ceremony will be a scaled-down event due to frigid weather, with about 600 people witnessing the change of power inside the Capitol instead of the typical outdoor event where 250,000 people had secured tickets. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-to-be-sworn-in-as-47th-president-of-the-united-states/7943347.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-to-be-sworn-in-as-47th-president-of-the-united-states/7943347.html Mon, 20 Jan 2025 17:46:29 +0200 VOA The inauguration ceremony will be a scaled-down event due to frigid weather, with about 600 people witnessing the change of power inside the Capitol instead of the typical outdoor event where 250,000 people had secured tickets. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The inauguration ceremony will be a scaled-down event due to frigid weather, with about 600 people witnessing the change of power inside the Capitol instead of the typical outdoor event where 250,000 people had secured tickets. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-to-be-sworn-in-as-47th-president-of-the-united-states/7943234.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-to-be-sworn-in-as-47th-president-of-the-united-states/7943234.html Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:29:55 +0200 VOA The inauguration ceremony will be a scaled-down event due to frigid weather, with about 600 people witnessing the change of power inside the Capitol instead of the typical outdoor event where 250,000 people had secured tickets. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President-elect Donald Trump’s swearing-in ceremony is to be moved inside the U.S. Capitol on Monday because of expected freezing cold temperatures, according to media reports. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-s-inauguration-swearing-in-to-be-moved-indoors-due-to-cold-/7940791.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-s-inauguration-swearing-in-to-be-moved-indoors-due-to-cold-/7940791.html Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:15:34 +0200 VOA President-elect Donald Trump’s swearing-in ceremony is to be moved inside the U.S. Capitol on Monday because of expected freezing cold temperatures, according to media reports. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull In a farewell address from the Oval Office Wednesday evening, U.S. President Joe Biden warned of the dangers of the concentration of power and wealth, highlighting the emergence of an "oligarchy" and a "tech-industrial complex." Biden did not say who he meant by oligarchy. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---in-farewell-address-biden-warns-of-concentration-of-power-and-wealth/7939389.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---in-farewell-address-biden-warns-of-concentration-of-power-and-wealth/7939389.html Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:26:01 +0200 VOA In a farewell address from the Oval Office Wednesday evening, U.S. President Joe Biden warned of the dangers of the concentration of power and wealth, highlighting the emergence of an "oligarchy" and a "tech-industrial complex." Biden did not say who he meant by oligarchy. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President Biden notified Congress that he intends to delist Cuba as a U.S.-designated state sponsor of terrorism in a deal facilitated by the Catholic Church to free 553 political prisoners on the island. News reports say the incoming Trump administration is expected to reverse the decision. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-to-lift-state-sponsor-of-terrorism-designation-on-cuba/7938093.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-to-lift-state-sponsor-of-terrorism-designation-on-cuba/7938093.html Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:14:03 +0200 VOA President Biden notified Congress that he intends to delist Cuba as a U.S.-designated state sponsor of terrorism in a deal facilitated by the Catholic Church to free 553 political prisoners on the island. News reports say the incoming Trump administration is expected to reverse the decision. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The new threat is expected to last through Wednesday morning with sustained winds of 80 kph and gusts up to about 110 kph, the National Weather Service warned. Three major fires are still burning in the Los Angeles area after killing at least 24 people and destroying thousands of structures. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---los-angeles-firefighters-brace-for-high-winds/7936660.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---los-angeles-firefighters-brace-for-high-winds/7936660.html Tue, 14 Jan 2025 20:23:27 +0200 VOA The new threat is expected to last through Wednesday morning with sustained winds of 80 kph and gusts up to about 110 kph, the National Weather Service warned. Three major fires are still burning in the Los Angeles area after killing at least 24 people and destroying thousands of structures. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Firefighters in southern California are battling to bring multiple major Los Angeles area wildfires under control Monday as forecasters warn of renewed strong winds that could cause “explosive fire growth.” The death toll in the wildfires rose to at least 24 late Sunday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---explosive-fire-growth-conditions-expected-in-california/7935151.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---explosive-fire-growth-conditions-expected-in-california/7935151.html Mon, 13 Jan 2025 19:55:55 +0200 VOA Firefighters in southern California are battling to bring multiple major Los Angeles area wildfires under control Monday as forecasters warn of renewed strong winds that could cause “explosive fire growth.” The death toll in the wildfires rose to at least 24 late Sunday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Authorities in the western U.S. state of California say at least 10 people have been killed in massive wildfires that have ravaged the city of Los Angeles. Officials warn that number could increase once the fires have been brought under control and workers can comb through the ruins. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wildfires-continue-burning-in-los-angeles-as-death-toll-rises-to-10/7932340.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wildfires-continue-burning-in-los-angeles-as-death-toll-rises-to-10/7932340.html Fri, 10 Jan 2025 18:33:12 +0200 VOA Authorities in the western U.S. state of California say at least 10 people have been killed in massive wildfires that have ravaged the city of Los Angeles. Officials warn that number could increase once the fires have been brought under control and workers can comb through the ruins. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull More than 130,000 people in the Los Angeles area were under evacuation orders early Thursday as firefighters battled multiple major wildfires that already killed at least five people and destroyed more than 1,000 structures. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---more-than-130-000-ordered-to-evacuate-as-los-angeles-wildfires-spread/7931054.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---more-than-130-000-ordered-to-evacuate-as-los-angeles-wildfires-spread/7931054.html Thu, 09 Jan 2025 18:24:08 +0200 VOA More than 130,000 people in the Los Angeles area were under evacuation orders early Thursday as firefighters battled multiple major wildfires that already killed at least five people and destroyed more than 1,000 structures. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Wildfires fueled by strong wind destroyed houses and led to the evacuation of some 30,000 people in the Los Angeles area Tuesday. Numerous buildings were destroyed in the Pacific Palisades area between the beach towns of Santa Monica and Malibu, officials in California said. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---30-000-ordered-to-flee-los-angeles-area-wildfire-13-000-structures-threatened/7929902.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---30-000-ordered-to-flee-los-angeles-area-wildfire-13-000-structures-threatened/7929902.html Wed, 08 Jan 2025 20:38:14 +0200 VOA Wildfires fueled by strong wind destroyed houses and led to the evacuation of some 30,000 people in the Los Angeles area Tuesday. Numerous buildings were destroyed in the Pacific Palisades area between the beach towns of Santa Monica and Malibu, officials in California said. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Wind chill temperatures could dip as low as minus 10.5 C in usually warm areas like Texas and the Gulf Coast, according to the National Weather Service. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---bitter-cold-and-snow-hit-the-southern-us/7927544.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---bitter-cold-and-snow-hit-the-southern-us/7927544.html Tue, 07 Jan 2025 20:32:36 +0200 VOA Wind chill temperatures could dip as low as minus 10.5 C in usually warm areas like Texas and the Gulf Coast, according to the National Weather Service. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The U.S. Congress meets Monday to certify Donald Trump’s presidential election victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-congress-to-certify-trump-s-election-win/7926138.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-congress-to-certify-trump-s-election-win/7926138.html Mon, 06 Jan 2025 20:01:03 +0200 VOA The U.S. Congress meets Monday to certify Donald Trump’s presidential election victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President Joe Biden announced action to block Japanese firm Nippon Steel's proposed $14.9 billion purchase of U.S. Steel, citing concerns the deal could hurt national security. The proposed sale had faced widespread opposition from U.S. politicians and labor unions. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-biden-blocks-nippon-steel-s-purchase-of-u-s-steel/7923498.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-biden-blocks-nippon-steel-s-purchase-of-u-s-steel/7923498.html Fri, 03 Jan 2025 20:18:36 +0200 VOA President Joe Biden announced action to block Japanese firm Nippon Steel's proposed $14.9 billion purchase of U.S. Steel, citing concerns the deal could hurt national security. The proposed sale had faced widespread opposition from U.S. politicians and labor unions. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The attacker is identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. citizen and former Army reservist. President Joe Biden said Wednesday Jabbar posted a video beforehand indicating he was inspired by the Islamic State group. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---authorities-conduct-searches-in-probe-of-truck-attack-that-killed-at-least-15/7922216.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---authorities-conduct-searches-in-probe-of-truck-attack-that-killed-at-least-15/7922216.html Thu, 02 Jan 2025 19:32:30 +0200 VOA The attacker is identified as Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. citizen and former Army reservist. President Joe Biden said Wednesday Jabbar posted a video beforehand indicating he was inspired by the Islamic State group. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull At least ten people were killed and 30 injured when a vehicle drove into a large crowd in New Orleans at the intersection of Canal and Bourbon Street during New Year’s Eve celebrations early Wednesday, according to a city government agency. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---10-dead-30-injured-after-car-plows-into-crowd-in-new-orleans/7921125.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---10-dead-30-injured-after-car-plows-into-crowd-in-new-orleans/7921125.html Wed, 01 Jan 2025 19:19:13 +0200 VOA At least ten people were killed and 30 injured when a vehicle drove into a large crowd in New Orleans at the intersection of Canal and Bourbon Street during New Year’s Eve celebrations early Wednesday, according to a city government agency. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden has declared January 9 a National Day of Mourning for former president Jimmy Carter and announced Monday that all federal government offices would be closed that day as a show of respect for the 39th U.S. president, who died Sunday at age 100. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-declares-january-9-a-day-of-mourning-for-carter/7919990.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-declares-january-9-a-day-of-mourning-for-carter/7919990.html Tue, 31 Dec 2024 18:50:22 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden has declared January 9 a National Day of Mourning for former president Jimmy Carter and announced Monday that all federal government offices would be closed that day as a show of respect for the 39th U.S. president, who died Sunday at age 100. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull World leaders are expressing condolences and tributes following the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter on Sunday at the age of 100. Carter served as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981. In 2002 Carter received the Nobel Peace Prize for his humanitarian work. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---tributes-pour-in-following-the-death-of-former-u-s-president-jimmy-carter/7918696.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---tributes-pour-in-following-the-death-of-former-u-s-president-jimmy-carter/7918696.html Mon, 30 Dec 2024 19:09:17 +0200 VOA World leaders are expressing condolences and tributes following the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter on Sunday at the age of 100. Carter served as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981. In 2002 Carter received the Nobel Peace Prize for his humanitarian work. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino on Thursday ruled out negotiations with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump over control of the Panama Canal. In response to recent comments by Trump, Mulino also denied there are Chinese soldiers in the canal. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---panama-president-rules-out-talks-with-trump-over-canal-threat/7916043.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---panama-president-rules-out-talks-with-trump-over-canal-threat/7916043.html Fri, 27 Dec 2024 18:12:20 +0200 VOA Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino on Thursday ruled out negotiations with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump over control of the Panama Canal. In response to recent comments by Trump, Mulino also denied there are Chinese soldiers in the canal. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Japan's Nippon Steel said on Thursday that it revised the closing date for its purchase of U.S. Steel from the third or fourth quarter of 2024 to the first quarter of 2025. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---japan-s-nippon-steel-revises-closing-date-for-us-steel-acquisition/7914775.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---japan-s-nippon-steel-revises-closing-date-for-us-steel-acquisition/7914775.html Thu, 26 Dec 2024 17:59:19 +0200 VOA Japan's Nippon Steel said on Thursday that it revised the closing date for its purchase of U.S. Steel from the third or fourth quarter of 2024 to the first quarter of 2025. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden signed 50 bills into law on Tuesday, including one that makes the bald eagle the country's official bird and one that stops members of Congress from collecting their pensions if convicted of certain crimes. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-biden-signs-50-bills-into-law/7913776.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-biden-signs-50-bills-into-law/7913776.html Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:17:58 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden signed 50 bills into law on Tuesday, including one that makes the bald eagle the country's official bird and one that stops members of Congress from collecting their pensions if convicted of certain crimes. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The Washington Post reported the details Monday. The decision on the deal now lies with President Joe Biden, who has 15 days to act. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--committee-on-foreign-investment-in-the-u-s-unable-to-reach-consensus-of-national-security-implications-of-us-steel-sale/7912563.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--committee-on-foreign-investment-in-the-u-s-unable-to-reach-consensus-of-national-security-implications-of-us-steel-sale/7912563.html Tue, 24 Dec 2024 17:56:35 +0200 VOA The Washington Post reported the details Monday. The decision on the deal now lies with President Joe Biden, who has 15 days to act. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Sentences were converted to life in prison without parole. Biden’s action could frustrate President-elect Donald Trump's plan to resume a rapid pace of executions. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-president-joe-biden-announced-on-monday-that-he-is-commuting-the-sentences-of-37-out-of-40-federal-inmates-on-death-row/7911318.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-president-joe-biden-announced-on-monday-that-he-is-commuting-the-sentences-of-37-out-of-40-federal-inmates-on-death-row/7911318.html Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:32:37 +0200 VOA Sentences were converted to life in prison without parole. Biden’s action could frustrate President-elect Donald Trump's plan to resume a rapid pace of executions. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The House of Representatives rejected President-elect Donald Trump’s new plan Thursday to fund federal operations and suspend the debt ceiling a day before a government shutdown, as Democrats refused to accommodate his sudden demands and the quick fix cobbled together by Republican leaders. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---house-rejects-alternative-stopgap-spending-bill-endorsed-by-president-elect-trump/7908643.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---house-rejects-alternative-stopgap-spending-bill-endorsed-by-president-elect-trump/7908643.html Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:52:01 +0200 VOA The House of Representatives rejected President-elect Donald Trump’s new plan Thursday to fund federal operations and suspend the debt ceiling a day before a government shutdown, as Democrats refused to accommodate his sudden demands and the quick fix cobbled together by Republican leaders. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday called on U.S. lawmakers to reject a stopgap bill to keep the federal government funded past Friday, raising the likelihood of a partial shutdown. The Biden administration criticized the possibility of a shutdown. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-urges-us-lawmakers-to-reject-spending-bill-raising-government-shutdown-odds/7907252.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-urges-us-lawmakers-to-reject-spending-bill-raising-government-shutdown-odds/7907252.html Thu, 19 Dec 2024 19:08:02 +0200 VOA President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday called on U.S. lawmakers to reject a stopgap bill to keep the federal government funded past Friday, raising the likelihood of a partial shutdown. The Biden administration criticized the possibility of a shutdown. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull NASA's two astronauts stuck at the International Space Station, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, will not return until the end of March or even April because of a delay in launching their replacements, according to NASA. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---return-to-earth-for-2-stuck-nasa-astronauts-delayed-until-march/7906033.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---return-to-earth-for-2-stuck-nasa-astronauts-delayed-until-march/7906033.html Wed, 18 Dec 2024 21:01:11 +0200 VOA NASA's two astronauts stuck at the International Space Station, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, will not return until the end of March or even April because of a delay in launching their replacements, according to NASA. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Republican and Democratic negotiators in the U.S. Congress are working on a stopgap spending bill to fund the federal government through March 14. If the measure is not passed before Friday at midnight, a partial government shutdown would begin Saturday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---congress-faces-friday-deadline-to-avoid-partial-government-shutdown/7904574.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---congress-faces-friday-deadline-to-avoid-partial-government-shutdown/7904574.html Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:49:52 +0200 VOA Republican and Democratic negotiators in the U.S. Congress are working on a stopgap spending bill to fund the federal government through March 14. If the measure is not passed before Friday at midnight, a partial government shutdown would begin Saturday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Visit is the first port call in the country by a U.S. military vessel in eight years. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--uss-savannah-docked-monday-at-the-port-of-sihanoukville-in-cambodia/7903019.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--uss-savannah-docked-monday-at-the-port-of-sihanoukville-in-cambodia/7903019.html Mon, 16 Dec 2024 18:20:18 +0200 VOA Visit is the first port call in the country by a U.S. military vessel in eight years. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Calmer winds and rising humidity in Southern California helped firefighters contain the Franklin Fire, officials said Thursday, as they climb through steep canyons to battle a blaze that’s driven thousands out of Malibu. The fire has destroyed four homes and at least six others have been damaged. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---calmer-winds-and-rising-humidity-help-california-firefighters-battling-the-franklin-fire/7900458.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---calmer-winds-and-rising-humidity-help-california-firefighters-battling-the-franklin-fire/7900458.html Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:20:58 +0200 VOA Calmer winds and rising humidity in Southern California helped firefighters contain the Franklin Fire, officials said Thursday, as they climb through steep canyons to battle a blaze that’s driven thousands out of Malibu. The fire has destroyed four homes and at least six others have been damaged. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President-elect Trump was named Time magazine's "Person of the Year" on Thursday. Time bestowed the "Person of the Year" title on Trump once before, in 2016. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-named-time-magazine-s-person-of-the-year-/7899015.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-named-time-magazine-s-person-of-the-year-/7899015.html Thu, 12 Dec 2024 18:42:06 +0200 VOA President-elect Trump was named Time magazine's "Person of the Year" on Thursday. Time bestowed the "Person of the Year" title on Trump once before, in 2016. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull New York prosecutors filed a murder charge against Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of a UnitedHealth executive last week. Mangione was captured in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after he was spotted eating at a McDonald's by a customer and an employee who believed he resembled the gunman. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---suspect-in-unitedhealthcare-ceo-killing-charged-with-murder-in-new-york/7896261.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---suspect-in-unitedhealthcare-ceo-killing-charged-with-murder-in-new-york/7896261.html Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:44:00 +0200 VOA New York prosecutors filed a murder charge against Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of a UnitedHealth executive last week. Mangione was captured in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after he was spotted eating at a McDonald's by a customer and an employee who believed he resembled the gunman. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull ​ After the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, the U.S. Central Command said its forces conducted dozens of airstrikes on Islamic State targets in central Syria on Sunday. U.S. President Joe Biden called the demise of Assad's regime a “fundamental act of justice.” https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-strikes-dozens-of-isis-targets-in-syria/7892916.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-strikes-dozens-of-isis-targets-in-syria/7892916.html Mon, 09 Dec 2024 20:20:25 +0200 VOA ​ After the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, the U.S. Central Command said its forces conducted dozens of airstrikes on Islamic State targets in central Syria on Sunday. U.S. President Joe Biden called the demise of Assad's regime a “fundamental act of justice.” 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said Thursday he is choosing former senator David Perdue of Georgia to be ambassador to China. Trump also has named former PayPal executive David Sacks as his choice for AI and crypto czar. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-picks-former-sen-david-perdue-of-georgia-to-be-ambassador-to-china/7889895.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-picks-former-sen-david-perdue-of-georgia-to-be-ambassador-to-china/7889895.html Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:53:19 +0200 VOA U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said Thursday he is choosing former senator David Perdue of Georgia to be ambassador to China. Trump also has named former PayPal executive David Sacks as his choice for AI and crypto czar. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President-elect Donald Trump asked a Georgia Appeals Court Wednesday to end the criminal case against him in that state for attempting to overturn his 2020 election loss. Trump pleaded not guilty. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-asks-georgia-appeals-court-to-end-criminal-case-against-him/7888593.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-asks-georgia-appeals-court-to-end-criminal-case-against-him/7888593.html Thu, 05 Dec 2024 19:31:42 +0200 VOA U.S. President-elect Donald Trump asked a Georgia Appeals Court Wednesday to end the criminal case against him in that state for attempting to overturn his 2020 election loss. Trump pleaded not guilty. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden toured construction of a railway terminal in the Angolan port city of Lobito Wednesday. The United States has provided a $550-million loan to support refurbishing 1,300 kilometers of rail lines in Zambia, Congo and Angola. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-visits-us-financed-angolan-rail-hub/7887142.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-visits-us-financed-angolan-rail-hub/7887142.html Wed, 04 Dec 2024 19:06:02 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden toured construction of a railway terminal in the Angolan port city of Lobito Wednesday. The United States has provided a $550-million loan to support refurbishing 1,300 kilometers of rail lines in Zambia, Congo and Angola. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President Joe Biden has asked Congress for an additional $24 billion to support Ukraine and replenish U.S. weapons stockpiles, two U.S. officials tell VOA. Some Republicans are already opposing the request. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-seeking-additional-24b-to-support-ukraine-replenish-us-weapons-stockpiles/7885844.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-seeking-additional-24b-to-support-ukraine-replenish-us-weapons-stockpiles/7885844.html Tue, 03 Dec 2024 20:25:18 +0200 VOA President Joe Biden has asked Congress for an additional $24 billion to support Ukraine and replenish U.S. weapons stockpiles, two U.S. officials tell VOA. Some Republicans are already opposing the request. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President Joe Biden announced Sunday he pardoned his son Hunter, who was facing sentencing this month in two federal cases. Biden had previously pledged not to take such action, but in a statement Sunday he said the move was in response to what he called selective and unfair prosecution. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-biden-pardons-son-hunter/7884434.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-biden-pardons-son-hunter/7884434.html Mon, 02 Dec 2024 20:39:58 +0200 VOA President Joe Biden announced Sunday he pardoned his son Hunter, who was facing sentencing this month in two federal cases. Biden had previously pledged not to take such action, but in a statement Sunday he said the move was in response to what he called selective and unfair prosecution. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden said Thursday he hoped President-elect Donald Trump will rethink his plan to impose tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, saying it could “screw up” relationships with close allies. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-president-joe-biden-hopes-president-elect-donald-trump-will-rethink-tariff-plan/7881545.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-president-joe-biden-hopes-president-elect-donald-trump-will-rethink-tariff-plan/7881545.html Fri, 29 Nov 2024 18:40:35 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden said Thursday he hoped President-elect Donald Trump will rethink his plan to impose tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, saying it could “screw up” relationships with close allies. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Three American citizens imprisoned for years by China have been released. The three were designated by the U.S. government as wrongfully detained. China announced Thursday that the United States had returned four people to China including three Beijing says were "wrongfully imprisoned." https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wrongfully-detained-americans-return-from-china/7880322.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wrongfully-detained-americans-return-from-china/7880322.html Thu, 28 Nov 2024 18:24:26 +0200 VOA Three American citizens imprisoned for years by China have been released. The three were designated by the U.S. government as wrongfully detained. China announced Thursday that the United States had returned four people to China including three Beijing says were "wrongfully imprisoned." 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The Thanksgiving holiday rush neared its full stride at U.S. airports on Wednesday, putting travelers' patience to the test. Security workers were expected to screen more than 2.8 million people on Tuesday and 2.9 million on Wednesday after handling more than 2.5 million people on Monday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---millions-of-americans-travel-for-thanksgiving-holiday/7879010.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---millions-of-americans-travel-for-thanksgiving-holiday/7879010.html Wed, 27 Nov 2024 18:58:16 +0200 VOA The Thanksgiving holiday rush neared its full stride at U.S. airports on Wednesday, putting travelers' patience to the test. Security workers were expected to screen more than 2.8 million people on Tuesday and 2.9 million on Wednesday after handling more than 2.5 million people on Monday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President-elect Trump pledged Monday to quickly impose tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada – the country’s top three trade partners. In a post on his Truth Social account Trump said he will impose a 25 percent tariff on all products coming into the U.S. from Mexico and Canada. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-pledges-immediate-tariffs-on-goods-from-mexico-canada-and-china/7877697.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-pledges-immediate-tariffs-on-goods-from-mexico-canada-and-china/7877697.html Tue, 26 Nov 2024 20:01:58 +0200 VOA President-elect Trump pledged Monday to quickly impose tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada – the country’s top three trade partners. In a post on his Truth Social account Trump said he will impose a 25 percent tariff on all products coming into the U.S. from Mexico and Canada. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Florida congressman Michael Waltz, told “Fox News Sunday" Trump is "incredibly concerned” about the escalating use of different types of weaponry in Russia’s nearly three-year war on Ukraine https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-president-elect-donald-trump-s-choice-for-national-security-adviser-speaks-to-fox-news-on-ukraine-war/7876256.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-president-elect-donald-trump-s-choice-for-national-security-adviser-speaks-to-fox-news-on-ukraine-war/7876256.html Mon, 25 Nov 2024 19:30:34 +0200 VOA Florida congressman Michael Waltz, told “Fox News Sunday" Trump is "incredibly concerned” about the escalating use of different types of weaponry in Russia’s nearly three-year war on Ukraine 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull After his first nominee withdrew on Thursday, President-elect Donald Trump announced a new choice for attorney general, Pam Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and one of the lawyers on Trump’s legal team in his first impeachment trial. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-picks-pam-bondi-for-attorney-general/7873679.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-picks-pam-bondi-for-attorney-general/7873679.html Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:32:20 +0200 VOA After his first nominee withdrew on Thursday, President-elect Donald Trump announced a new choice for attorney general, Pam Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and one of the lawyers on Trump’s legal team in his first impeachment trial. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull A U.S. official confirmed late Tuesday the United States will soon provide antipersonnel mines for use by Ukrainian forces fighting Russia with the expectation they will be deployed only on Ukrainian territory in areas where Ukrainian civilians are not living. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-to-send-antipersonnel-mines-to-ukraine/7871058.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-to-send-antipersonnel-mines-to-ukraine/7871058.html Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:30:51 +0200 VOA A U.S. official confirmed late Tuesday the United States will soon provide antipersonnel mines for use by Ukrainian forces fighting Russia with the expectation they will be deployed only on Ukrainian territory in areas where Ukrainian civilians are not living. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein said Tuesday in Lebanon that conclusion to conflict between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah “is now within our grasp." The Lebanese government and Hezbollah agreed to a U.S. cease-fire proposal on Monday. There was no immediate comment from Israel. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-envoy-says-end-to-israel-hezbollah-conflict-within-our-grasp-/7869367.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-envoy-says-end-to-israel-hezbollah-conflict-within-our-grasp-/7869367.html Tue, 19 Nov 2024 18:35:59 +0200 VOA U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein said Tuesday in Lebanon that conclusion to conflict between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah “is now within our grasp." The Lebanese government and Hezbollah agreed to a U.S. cease-fire proposal on Monday. There was no immediate comment from Israel. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met in Manila on Monday as part of his visit to the country. The two discussed the recent string of typhoons that have struck the country and the aid the U.S. is providing to help those in need. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---philippine-president-u-s-defense-secretary-meet-in-manila/7868072.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---philippine-president-u-s-defense-secretary-meet-in-manila/7868072.html Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:29:03 +0200 VOA Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met in Manila on Monday as part of his visit to the country. The two discussed the recent string of typhoons that have struck the country and the aid the U.S. is providing to help those in need. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President-elect Donald Trump spoke at Thursday's America First Policy Institute gala at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, thanking Argentine President Javier Milei for attending and being the first foreign leader to meet with him since his victory in last week's election. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-elect-donald-trump-spoke-at-thursday-s-america-first-policy-institute-gala/7865391.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-elect-donald-trump-spoke-at-thursday-s-america-first-policy-institute-gala/7865391.html Fri, 15 Nov 2024 19:51:32 +0200 VOA U.S. President-elect Donald Trump spoke at Thursday's America First Policy Institute gala at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida, thanking Argentine President Javier Milei for attending and being the first foreign leader to meet with him since his victory in last week's election. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden will meet Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping for likely the final time on Saturday. The leaders are expected to meet on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in Lima, Peru, according to U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-to-meet-china-s-xi-saturday-in-peru/7864192.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-to-meet-china-s-xi-saturday-in-peru/7864192.html Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:35:52 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden will meet Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping for likely the final time on Saturday. The leaders are expected to meet on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in Lima, Peru, according to U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday that the Biden administration would bolster its support for Ukraine before Donald Trump's return as president. Blinken said, "Every dollar we have at our disposal" will be sent to Ukraine by January 20, when Trump is set to be inaugurated. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---in-brussels-blinken-pledges-support-for-ukraine-ahead-of-trump-transition/7862757.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---in-brussels-blinken-pledges-support-for-ukraine-ahead-of-trump-transition/7862757.html Wed, 13 Nov 2024 21:06:25 +0200 VOA Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday that the Biden administration would bolster its support for Ukraine before Donald Trump's return as president. Blinken said, "Every dollar we have at our disposal" will be sent to Ukraine by January 20, when Trump is set to be inaugurated. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President-elect Donald Trump tapped U.S. Senator Marco Rubio to be his secretary of state, The New York Times reported Monday night. If confirmed, the Republican senator from Florida would become the first Latino to serve as America's top diplomat in the new Trump administration. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-elect-trump-taps-senator-rubio-to-be-secretary-of-state/7861223.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---president-elect-trump-taps-senator-rubio-to-be-secretary-of-state/7861223.html Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:24:13 +0200 VOA President-elect Donald Trump tapped U.S. Senator Marco Rubio to be his secretary of state, The New York Times reported Monday night. If confirmed, the Republican senator from Florida would become the first Latino to serve as America's top diplomat in the new Trump administration. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President-elect Donald Trump tapped Tom Homan, the former acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, to oversee the country's borders in his new administration. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that, as 'Border Czar,' Homan will oversee the deportation of illegal immigrants. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-taps-former-immigration-official-tom-homan-to-be-border-czar-/7859893.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-taps-former-immigration-official-tom-homan-to-be-border-czar-/7859893.html Mon, 11 Nov 2024 18:56:25 +0200 VOA U.S. President-elect Donald Trump tapped Tom Homan, the former acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, to oversee the country's borders in his new administration. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that, as 'Border Czar,' Homan will oversee the deportation of illegal immigrants. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull President-elect Donald Trump picked his de-facto campaign manager Susie Wiles as his White House chief of staff, the first woman to hold the influential role. Wiles is a longtime Republican operative who served as a senior adviser on Trump's 2016 and 2020 presidential bids. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-names-campaign-manager-as-his-chief-of-staff/7857197.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-names-campaign-manager-as-his-chief-of-staff/7857197.html Fri, 08 Nov 2024 19:17:11 +0200 VOA President-elect Donald Trump picked his de-facto campaign manager Susie Wiles as his White House chief of staff, the first woman to hold the influential role. Wiles is a longtime Republican operative who served as a senior adviser on Trump's 2016 and 2020 presidential bids. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Wednesday conceded her presidential election defeat, phoning former president Donald Trump to congratulate him on his victory https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-concedes-us-presidential-election-defeat-to-trump/7855354.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-concedes-us-presidential-election-defeat-to-trump/7855354.html Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:06:58 +0200 VOA U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Wednesday conceded her presidential election defeat, phoning former president Donald Trump to congratulate him on his victory 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Former U.S. President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris to earn a new four-year term as the country’s chief executive. Trump secured at least 277 electoral votes in Tuesday’s election. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-wins-us-presidential-election/7853925.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-wins-us-presidential-election/7853925.html Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:31:26 +0200 VOA Former U.S. President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris to earn a new four-year term as the country’s chief executive. Trump secured at least 277 electoral votes in Tuesday’s election. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Millions of U.S. voters cast ballots Tuesday as they decide if Vice President Kamala Harris or former president Donald Trump will be the country’s next leader. Ahead of Election Day more than 81 million Americans cast early ballots, either in person at polling stations or by mail. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---america-votes-for-next-president/7852511.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---america-votes-for-next-president/7852511.html Tue, 05 Nov 2024 20:32:54 +0200 VOA Millions of U.S. voters cast ballots Tuesday as they decide if Vice President Kamala Harris or former president Donald Trump will be the country’s next leader. Ahead of Election Day more than 81 million Americans cast early ballots, either in person at polling stations or by mail. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump visited three battleground states on Sunday, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia. Trump repeatedly criticized the U.S. election process. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-criticizes-us-election-voting-procedures/7850999.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-criticizes-us-election-voting-procedures/7850999.html Mon, 04 Nov 2024 20:33:19 +0200 VOA Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump visited three battleground states on Sunday, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia. Trump repeatedly criticized the U.S. election process. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Kamala Harris urged voters in Nevada to turn the page on a decade of Donald Trump. Trump said in Arizona that his campaign was heading for "one of the greatest victories of all time." https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-harris-court-hispanic-voters-in-southwest-states/7847911.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-harris-court-hispanic-voters-in-southwest-states/7847911.html Fri, 01 Nov 2024 19:04:17 +0200 VOA Kamala Harris urged voters in Nevada to turn the page on a decade of Donald Trump. Trump said in Arizona that his campaign was heading for "one of the greatest victories of all time." 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris visited several battleground states Wednesday ahead of the election next Tuesday. Polls in seven swing states have been indicating a very tight race. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america-10-31-english-mp4/7846423.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america-10-31-english-mp4/7846423.html Thu, 31 Oct 2024 18:31:11 +0200 VOA Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris visited several battleground states Wednesday ahead of the election next Tuesday. Polls in seven swing states have been indicating a very tight race. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull More than 53 million Americans already have voted in the election, according to Election Hub at the University of Florida on Tuesday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---more-than-53-million-americans-already-have-voted/7845128.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---more-than-53-million-americans-already-have-voted/7845128.html Wed, 30 Oct 2024 20:16:56 +0200 VOA More than 53 million Americans already have voted in the election, according to Election Hub at the University of Florida on Tuesday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Police have identified a "suspect vehicle” connected to incendiary devices that set fires in ballot drop boxes in Oregon and Washington state early Monday, destroying hundreds of ballots. Authorities across the U.S. have concerns about the security of upcoming elections. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-identifies-suspect-vehicle-after-ballot-drop-boxes-set-on-fire/7843553.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-identifies-suspect-vehicle-after-ballot-drop-boxes-set-on-fire/7843553.html Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:01:13 +0200 VOA Police have identified a "suspect vehicle” connected to incendiary devices that set fires in ballot drop boxes in Oregon and Washington state early Monday, destroying hundreds of ballots. Authorities across the U.S. have concerns about the security of upcoming elections. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Donald Trump headlined a rally at New York's Madison Square Garden that began with a series of vulgar and racist remarks by allies of the former president. U.S. Vice President and Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris held a rally in Philadelphia where she tried to energize voters. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-headlines-new-york-rally-harris-rallies-in-philadelphia/7842130.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-headlines-new-york-rally-harris-rallies-in-philadelphia/7842130.html Mon, 28 Oct 2024 19:27:33 +0200 VOA Donald Trump headlined a rally at New York's Madison Square Garden that began with a series of vulgar and racist remarks by allies of the former president. U.S. Vice President and Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris held a rally in Philadelphia where she tried to energize voters. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met in London with Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati to discuss Israel’s strikes on the country. He also met separately with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-meets-lebanese-prime-minister-to-discuss-israel-s-strikes-on-the-country/7839110.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-meets-lebanese-prime-minister-to-discuss-israel-s-strikes-on-the-country/7839110.html Fri, 25 Oct 2024 17:23:36 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met in London with Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati to discuss Israel’s strikes on the country. He also met separately with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull China, Iran and Russia are aggressively expanding their efforts to influence American voters to potentially sway the result of the upcoming U.S. elections, according to two threat intelligence reports Wednesday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---new-evidence-china-russia-and-iran-targeting-us-elections/7837868.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---new-evidence-china-russia-and-iran-targeting-us-elections/7837868.html Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:52:14 +0200 VOA China, Iran and Russia are aggressively expanding their efforts to influence American voters to potentially sway the result of the upcoming U.S. elections, according to two threat intelligence reports Wednesday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Saudi Arabia from Israel on Wednesday. Blinken said in Israel that Israel’s killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar presents a “real opportunity” to free the remaining hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza and end the Israel-Hamas war. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-visits-saudi-arabia-amid-push-for-middle-east-ceasefire/7836050.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-visits-saudi-arabia-amid-push-for-middle-east-ceasefire/7836050.html Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:00:42 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Saudi Arabia from Israel on Wednesday. Blinken said in Israel that Israel’s killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar presents a “real opportunity” to free the remaining hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza and end the Israel-Hamas war. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel on Tuesday in the new U.S. push for a Middle East ceasefire after Israel killed the leader of Hamas last week. During his trip Blinken will also visit several Arab countries. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-visits-israel-with-focus-on-deescalating-conflicts-in-gaza-lebanon/7832576.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-visits-israel-with-focus-on-deescalating-conflicts-in-gaza-lebanon/7832576.html Tue, 22 Oct 2024 18:15:17 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel on Tuesday in the new U.S. push for a Middle East ceasefire after Israel killed the leader of Hamas last week. During his trip Blinken will also visit several Arab countries. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein visited Lebanon on Monday amid Biden administration efforts to halt the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-envoy-in-beirut-for-talks-with-lebanese-officials/7830400.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-envoy-in-beirut-for-talks-with-lebanese-officials/7830400.html Mon, 21 Oct 2024 18:03:48 +0200 VOA U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein visited Lebanon on Monday amid Biden administration efforts to halt the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday urged NATO allies to keep backing Kyiv in its war against Russia “until Ukraine wins a just and sustainable peace.” During his one-day visit to Germany, Biden was awarded the country's highest honor for championing bilateral and transatlantic ties. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-visits-germany-urges-nato-allies-to-keep-backing-ukraine/7827677.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-visits-germany-urges-nato-allies-to-keep-backing-ukraine/7827677.html Fri, 18 Oct 2024 18:07:56 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday urged NATO allies to keep backing Kyiv in its war against Russia “until Ukraine wins a just and sustainable peace.” During his one-day visit to Germany, Biden was awarded the country's highest honor for championing bilateral and transatlantic ties. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that combating ISIS remains a top strategic priority for NATO. During a NATO defense ministerial meeting Thursday, Austin said, “the threat from ISIS and other terrorist groups is now one of several strategic priorities for the alliance.” https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---austin-combating-isis-remains-top-strategic-priority-for-nato/7826276.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---austin-combating-isis-remains-top-strategic-priority-for-nato/7826276.html Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:48:23 +0200 VOA U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that combating ISIS remains a top strategic priority for NATO. During a NATO defense ministerial meeting Thursday, Austin said, “the threat from ISIS and other terrorist groups is now one of several strategic priorities for the alliance.” 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Police in New York City arrested more than 200 pro-Palestinian demonstrators who had staged a sit-in outside the New York Stock Exchange Monday, protesting the war in Gaza. The protesters demanded an end to U.S. support for Israel. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---dozens-of-pro-palestinian-protesters-arrested-outside-new-york-stock-exchange/7823224.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---dozens-of-pro-palestinian-protesters-arrested-outside-new-york-stock-exchange/7823224.html Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:06:34 +0200 VOA Police in New York City arrested more than 200 pro-Palestinian demonstrators who had staged a sit-in outside the New York Stock Exchange Monday, protesting the war in Gaza. The protesters demanded an end to U.S. support for Israel. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The United States will send an advanced anti-missile system to Israel, along with the troops needed to operate it, the Pentagon said. The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery will bolster Israel's air defenses in the wake of Iran’s ballistic missile attacks on Israel in April and October. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-will-send-advanced-anti-missile-system-to-israel/7821802.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-will-send-advanced-anti-missile-system-to-israel/7821802.html Mon, 14 Oct 2024 17:45:25 +0200 VOA The United States will send an advanced anti-missile system to Israel, along with the troops needed to operate it, the Pentagon said. The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery will bolster Israel's air defenses in the wake of Iran’s ballistic missile attacks on Israel in April and October. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Trees and power lines were being cleared in Florida Friday and flooded neighborhoods were being mopped up after Hurricane Milton roared through, leaving at least 16 people dead. The fifth-most-intense Atlantic hurricane on record, Milton could cost insurers alone up to $100 billion, analysts say. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---florida-begins-clean-up-after-hurricane-milton/7819182.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---florida-begins-clean-up-after-hurricane-milton/7819182.html Fri, 11 Oct 2024 18:37:39 +0200 VOA Trees and power lines were being cleared in Florida Friday and flooded neighborhoods were being mopped up after Hurricane Milton roared through, leaving at least 16 people dead. The fifth-most-intense Atlantic hurricane on record, Milton could cost insurers alone up to $100 billion, analysts say. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Hurricane Milton brought floods and damaging wind to central and northern Florida Thursday, destroying homes and leaving at least four people dead and more than 3 million without power. The storm weakened and was moving away from Florida’s Atlantic coast Thursday morning. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---hurricane-milton-slams-florida-more-than-3-million-without-power/7817706.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---hurricane-milton-slams-florida-more-than-3-million-without-power/7817706.html Thu, 10 Oct 2024 17:49:14 +0200 VOA Hurricane Milton brought floods and damaging wind to central and northern Florida Thursday, destroying homes and leaving at least four people dead and more than 3 million without power. The storm weakened and was moving away from Florida’s Atlantic coast Thursday morning. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The southeastern U.S. state of Florida braced Wednesday for the arrival of powerful Hurricane Milton amid warnings of heavy rains, strong winds and life-threatening storm surge. The center of the storm was expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-milton-could-be-one-of-the-worst-storms-in-100-years/7816404.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-milton-could-be-one-of-the-worst-storms-in-100-years/7816404.html Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:14:33 +0200 VOA The southeastern U.S. state of Florida braced Wednesday for the arrival of powerful Hurricane Milton amid warnings of heavy rains, strong winds and life-threatening storm surge. The center of the storm was expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The southeastern U.S. state of Florida braced Wednesday for the arrival of powerful Hurricane Milton amid warnings of heavy rains, strong winds and life-threatening storm surge. The center of the storm was expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-milton-could-be-one-of-the-worst-storms-in-100-years/7816402.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-milton-could-be-one-of-the-worst-storms-in-100-years/7816402.html Wed, 09 Oct 2024 19:13:22 +0200 VOA The southeastern U.S. state of Florida braced Wednesday for the arrival of powerful Hurricane Milton amid warnings of heavy rains, strong winds and life-threatening storm surge. The center of the storm was expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Floridians continue to evacuate ahead of powerful Hurricane Milton. The storm center is expected to come ashore Wednesday in the Tampa Bay region. Over half a million people were ordered to evacuate, in the state's largest evacuation since 2017. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---hurricane-milton-could-strike-florida-wednesday/7814946.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---hurricane-milton-could-strike-florida-wednesday/7814946.html Tue, 08 Oct 2024 19:23:11 +0200 VOA Floridians continue to evacuate ahead of powerful Hurricane Milton. The storm center is expected to come ashore Wednesday in the Tampa Bay region. Over half a million people were ordered to evacuate, in the state's largest evacuation since 2017. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine for the discovery of microRNA and its crucial role in how multicellular organisms grow and live, the award-giving body said on Monday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---nobel-prize-in-medicine-honors-american-duo-for-their-discovery-of-microrna/7813479.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---nobel-prize-in-medicine-honors-american-duo-for-their-discovery-of-microrna/7813479.html Mon, 07 Oct 2024 19:12:06 +0200 VOA U.S. scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine for the discovery of microRNA and its crucial role in how multicellular organisms grow and live, the award-giving body said on Monday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The union representing 45,000 striking U.S. dockworkers at east and gulf coast ports reached a deal with port operators Thursday to suspend a three-day strike. Sources say the two sides have agreed to a pay hike of 62% over six years. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-dockworkers-to-suspend-strike-until-january/7810635.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-dockworkers-to-suspend-strike-until-january/7810635.html Fri, 04 Oct 2024 17:54:41 +0200 VOA The union representing 45,000 striking U.S. dockworkers at east and gulf coast ports reached a deal with port operators Thursday to suspend a three-day strike. Sources say the two sides have agreed to a pay hike of 62% over six years. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden travels Thursday to the southeastern states of Florida and Georgia to tour areas hit by Hurricane Helene, following visits to North Carolina and South Carolina on Wednesday. Biden said he had approved requests for federal funds to go to hard-hit states. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-to-survey-hurricane-helene-s-aftermath-in-florida-georgia/7809358.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-to-survey-hurricane-helene-s-aftermath-in-florida-georgia/7809358.html Thu, 03 Oct 2024 19:39:59 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden travels Thursday to the southeastern states of Florida and Georgia to tour areas hit by Hurricane Helene, following visits to North Carolina and South Carolina on Wednesday. Biden said he had approved requests for federal funds to go to hard-hit states. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Democratic vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz and Republican candidate J.D. Vance clashed on a range of policy issues Tuesday, including gun control, abortion and the spiraling violence in the Middle East, as they faced off in a debate in New York. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---vance-walz-clash-in-us-vice-presidential-debate/7807958.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---vance-walz-clash-in-us-vice-presidential-debate/7807958.html Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:49:29 +0200 VOA Democratic vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz and Republican candidate J.D. Vance clashed on a range of policy issues Tuesday, including gun control, abortion and the spiraling violence in the Middle East, as they faced off in a debate in New York. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden was set to survey the devastation by Hurricane Helene in the mountains of Western North Carolina on Wednesday. The storm killed at least 133 people and hundreds more were still unaccounted for on Monday night, four days after Helene initially made landfall. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-plans-survey-of-devastation-in-north-carolina-as-helene-s-death-toll-tops-130/7806262.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-plans-survey-of-devastation-in-north-carolina-as-helene-s-death-toll-tops-130/7806262.html Tue, 01 Oct 2024 18:16:40 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden was set to survey the devastation by Hurricane Helene in the mountains of Western North Carolina on Wednesday. The storm killed at least 133 people and hundreds more were still unaccounted for on Monday night, four days after Helene initially made landfall. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull A huge cleanup and recovery effort began on Sunday in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene knocked out power for millions, destroyed roads and bridges and caused severe flooding from Florida to Virginia. At least 91 people across several states were killed. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---supplies-are-rushed-to-north-carolina-communities-left-isolated-after-helene/7804948.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---supplies-are-rushed-to-north-carolina-communities-left-isolated-after-helene/7804948.html Mon, 30 Sep 2024 19:52:37 +0200 VOA A huge cleanup and recovery effort began on Sunday in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene knocked out power for millions, destroyed roads and bridges and caused severe flooding from Florida to Virginia. At least 91 people across several states were killed. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull A huge cleanup and recovery effort began on Sunday in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene knocked out power for millions, destroyed roads and bridges and caused severe flooding from Florida to Virginia. At least 91 people across several states were killed. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---supplies-are-rushed-to-north-carolina-communities-left-isolated-after-helene/7804940.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---supplies-are-rushed-to-north-carolina-communities-left-isolated-after-helene/7804940.html Mon, 30 Sep 2024 19:50:41 +0200 VOA A huge cleanup and recovery effort began on Sunday in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene knocked out power for millions, destroyed roads and bridges and caused severe flooding from Florida to Virginia. At least 91 people across several states were killed. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Forecasters warned of catastrophic flooding along the Gulf Coast and as far inland as North Carolina https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--hurricane-helene-made-landfall-in-northwestern-florida-as-a-category-4-storm-on-thursday-night/7801790.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--hurricane-helene-made-landfall-in-northwestern-florida-as-a-category-4-storm-on-thursday-night/7801790.html Fri, 27 Sep 2024 16:42:53 +0200 VOA Forecasters warned of catastrophic flooding along the Gulf Coast and as far inland as North Carolina 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted by a federal grand jury on criminal charges following a long-running federal corruption investigation, according to reports. Adams, a Democrat, declared he was innocent. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---nyc-mayor-eric-adams-charged-with-taking-bribes-illegal-campaign-funds-from-foreign-sources/7800651.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---nyc-mayor-eric-adams-charged-with-taking-bribes-illegal-campaign-funds-from-foreign-sources/7800651.html Thu, 26 Sep 2024 20:11:14 +0200 VOA New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted by a federal grand jury on criminal charges following a long-running federal corruption investigation, according to reports. Adams, a Democrat, declared he was innocent. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Tropical Storm Helene was rapidly strengthening in the Caribbean Sea and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane Wednesday. The U.S. National Hurricane Center has issued hurricane warnings for northwestern Florida’s coastline and part of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---helene-gains-strength-reaches-hurricane-status/7799219.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---helene-gains-strength-reaches-hurricane-status/7799219.html Wed, 25 Sep 2024 20:17:24 +0200 VOA Tropical Storm Helene was rapidly strengthening in the Caribbean Sea and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane Wednesday. The U.S. National Hurricane Center has issued hurricane warnings for northwestern Florida’s coastline and part of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The United States is sending a small number of additional troops to the Middle East following a sharp increase in violence between Israel and Hezbollah forces in Lebanon, Pentagon press secretary Major General Pat Ryder said on Monday. Ryder did not provide further details. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---pentagon-us-to-send-small-number-of-additional-troops-to-the-middle-east/7796523.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---pentagon-us-to-send-small-number-of-additional-troops-to-the-middle-east/7796523.html Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:21:41 +0200 VOA The United States is sending a small number of additional troops to the Middle East following a sharp increase in violence between Israel and Hezbollah forces in Lebanon, Pentagon press secretary Major General Pat Ryder said on Monday. Ryder did not provide further details. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull He thanked the workers who are producing one of the most critically needed munitions for his country's fight to fend off Russian ground forces. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--under-tight-security-ukrainian-president-volodymyr-zelenskyy-on-sunday-visited-a-pennsylvania-ammunition-factory/7795014.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--under-tight-security-ukrainian-president-volodymyr-zelenskyy-on-sunday-visited-a-pennsylvania-ammunition-factory/7795014.html Mon, 23 Sep 2024 17:30:24 +0200 VOA He thanked the workers who are producing one of the most critically needed munitions for his country's fight to fend off Russian ground forces. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The U.S. Federal Reserve Bank cut its benchmark interest rate Wednesday by an unusually large half-point. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the action was meant to show policymakers' commitment to sustaining a low unemployment rate now that inflation has eased. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-house-republicans-fail-to-pass-funding-bill-as-shutdown-approaches/7790542.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-house-republicans-fail-to-pass-funding-bill-as-shutdown-approaches/7790542.html Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:47:56 +0200 VOA The U.S. Federal Reserve Bank cut its benchmark interest rate Wednesday by an unusually large half-point. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the action was meant to show policymakers' commitment to sustaining a low unemployment rate now that inflation has eased. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Egyptian leaders in Cairo on Wednesday as efforts to secure an elusive ceasefire in Gaza were further complicated by a wave of deadly pager blasts in Lebanon. The U.S. said it was “not aware of this incident in advance.” https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-secretary-of-state-blinken-meets-egyptian-leaders-in-cairo/7789348.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-secretary-of-state-blinken-meets-egyptian-leaders-in-cairo/7789348.html Wed, 18 Sep 2024 19:24:23 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Egyptian leaders in Cairo on Wednesday as efforts to secure an elusive ceasefire in Gaza were further complicated by a wave of deadly pager blasts in Lebanon. The U.S. said it was “not aware of this incident in advance.” 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The suspect in the alleged assassination attempt against former president Donald Trump did not get off a shot after a Secret Service agent fired at him, authorities said. Ryan Routh has been charged with two firearm counts as the investigation continues. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---investigators-search-for-motive-of-would-be-trump-assassin/7787884.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---investigators-search-for-motive-of-would-be-trump-assassin/7787884.html Tue, 17 Sep 2024 19:40:20 +0200 VOA The suspect in the alleged assassination attempt against former president Donald Trump did not get off a shot after a Secret Service agent fired at him, authorities said. Ryan Routh has been charged with two firearm counts as the investigation continues. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Former U.S. president Donald Trump thanked the Secret Service and local police late Sunday, after what the FBI said was an apparent assassination attempt at his golf club in Florida. Secret Service agents fired at the suspect who was hiding armed in the bushes while Trump was playing golf. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-unharmed-after-second-assassination-attempt-authorities-say/7786382.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-unharmed-after-second-assassination-attempt-authorities-say/7786382.html Mon, 16 Sep 2024 19:28:19 +0200 VOA Former U.S. president Donald Trump thanked the Secret Service and local police late Sunday, after what the FBI said was an apparent assassination attempt at his golf club in Florida. Secret Service agents fired at the suspect who was hiding armed in the bushes while Trump was playing golf. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Francine made landfall as a category 2 hurricane and knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of people, and also brought widespread flooding https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--remnants-of-what-was-hurricane-francine-moved-farther-inland-friday-after-striking-louisiana-a-day-earlier/7783293.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--remnants-of-what-was-hurricane-francine-moved-farther-inland-friday-after-striking-louisiana-a-day-earlier/7783293.html Fri, 13 Sep 2024 18:44:32 +0200 VOA Francine made landfall as a category 2 hurricane and knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of people, and also brought widespread flooding 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Polish President Andrzej Duda in Warsaw Thursday on the final leg of a European tour in which Ukrainian officials repeatedly asked to use Western-supplied weaponry for long-range strikes inside Russia. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-secretary-of-state-blinken-meets-polish-president-duda-in-warsaw/7781902.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-secretary-of-state-blinken-meets-polish-president-duda-in-warsaw/7781902.html Thu, 12 Sep 2024 20:12:06 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Polish President Andrzej Duda in Warsaw Thursday on the final leg of a European tour in which Ukrainian officials repeatedly asked to use Western-supplied weaponry for long-range strikes inside Russia. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former president Donald Trump held their presidential debate Tuesday night. Most U.S. media report that Harris put Trump on the defensive during what could be the only debate of the campaign ahead of the Nov. 5 election. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-trump-spar-from-start-of-their-presidential-debate/7780312.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-trump-spar-from-start-of-their-presidential-debate/7780312.html Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:06:01 +0200 VOA U.S. Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former president Donald Trump held their presidential debate Tuesday night. Most U.S. media report that Harris put Trump on the defensive during what could be the only debate of the campaign ahead of the Nov. 5 election. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former President Donald Trump will hold a debate Tuesday night that could be the pivotal moment in the campaign for Nov. 5 elections. Tens of millions of Americans are likely to watch the encounter. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-trump-to-debate-tuesday-in-pivotal-moment-of-campaign/7777354.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-trump-to-debate-tuesday-in-pivotal-moment-of-campaign/7777354.html Mon, 09 Sep 2024 20:08:37 +0200 VOA Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former President Donald Trump will hold a debate Tuesday night that could be the pivotal moment in the campaign for Nov. 5 elections. Tens of millions of Americans are likely to watch the encounter. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The United States pledged another $250 million in weaponry for Kyiv at the meeting of Ukraine's allies at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Friday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his first appearance at a regular U.S.-hosted gathering. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-pledges-another-250-million-in-weapons-for-ukraine/7774336.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-pledges-another-250-million-in-weapons-for-ukraine/7774336.html Fri, 06 Sep 2024 19:05:21 +0200 VOA The United States pledged another $250 million in weaponry for Kyiv at the meeting of Ukraine's allies at Ramstein Air Base in Germany on Friday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his first appearance at a regular U.S.-hosted gathering. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The United States accused Russia of using state media to spread disinformation ahead of the U.S. presidential election in November. Two employees of Russian state media network RT were hit with money-laundering charges. Russia said it would take retaliatory measures against U.S. media. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-crackdown-calls-out-russian-disinformation-campaign/7772798.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-crackdown-calls-out-russian-disinformation-campaign/7772798.html Thu, 05 Sep 2024 19:10:57 +0200 VOA The United States accused Russia of using state media to spread disinformation ahead of the U.S. presidential election in November. Two employees of Russian state media network RT were hit with money-laundering charges. Russia said it would take retaliatory measures against U.S. media. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The United States announced criminal charges on Tuesday against Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and other senior militants over their roles in planning, supporting and perpetrating the deadly Oct. 7 attack in southern Israel that killed 1,200 people, including more than 40 Americans. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-announces-criminal-charges-against-hamas-leaders/7771151.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-announces-criminal-charges-against-hamas-leaders/7771151.html Wed, 04 Sep 2024 17:05:39 +0200 VOA The United States announced criminal charges on Tuesday against Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and other senior militants over their roles in planning, supporting and perpetrating the deadly Oct. 7 attack in southern Israel that killed 1,200 people, including more than 40 Americans. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to Pennsylvania Monday for a joint Labor Day campaign rally with union members. Harris said that the U.S. Steel factory – that Japan's Nippon Steel is seeking to buy – should remain domestically owned. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-says-she-opposes-us-steel-s-sale-to-a-japanese-firm/7769921.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-says-she-opposes-us-steel-s-sale-to-a-japanese-firm/7769921.html Tue, 03 Sep 2024 20:04:06 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to Pennsylvania Monday for a joint Labor Day campaign rally with union members. Harris said that the U.S. Steel factory – that Japan's Nippon Steel is seeking to buy – should remain domestically owned. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The United States celebrates its annual Labor Day holiday on Monday, officially recognizing the nation’s workers while also marking the unofficial end of summer. It was estimated that 17 million Americans will travel by plane for the holiday, an increase of 8% from last year. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-celebrates-its-annual-labor-day-holiday/7768434.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-celebrates-its-annual-labor-day-holiday/7768434.html Mon, 02 Sep 2024 18:28:21 +0200 VOA The United States celebrates its annual Labor Day holiday on Monday, officially recognizing the nation’s workers while also marking the unofficial end of summer. It was estimated that 17 million Americans will travel by plane for the holiday, an increase of 8% from last year. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull A new Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has widened her lead over her Republican rival Donald Trump. The poll published on Thursday showed Harris with 45% support among registered voters, while Trump had 41%. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---new-poll-shows-harris-widens-her-lead-over-trump/7765534.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---new-poll-shows-harris-widens-her-lead-over-trump/7765534.html Fri, 30 Aug 2024 17:56:29 +0200 VOA A new Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has widened her lead over her Republican rival Donald Trump. The poll published on Thursday showed Harris with 45% support among registered voters, while Trump had 41%. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. national security advisor Jake Sullivan met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing Thursday. Sullivan told Xi that President Joe Biden was committed to managing the bilateral relationship to avoid conflict and "looks forward to engaging with you in coming weeks." https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---sullivan-biden-looking-forward-to-talks-with-xi-in-coming-weeks/7764238.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---sullivan-biden-looking-forward-to-talks-with-xi-in-coming-weeks/7764238.html Thu, 29 Aug 2024 20:03:22 +0200 VOA U.S. national security advisor Jake Sullivan met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing Thursday. Sullivan told Xi that President Joe Biden was committed to managing the bilateral relationship to avoid conflict and "looks forward to engaging with you in coming weeks." 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The revised indictment focuses on Trump’s role as a political candidate seeking reelection, rather than as the president at the time. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---special-counsel-smith-files-new-indictment-in-trump-jan-6-case/7762687.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---special-counsel-smith-files-new-indictment-in-trump-jan-6-case/7762687.html Wed, 28 Aug 2024 18:59:49 +0200 VOA The revised indictment focuses on Trump’s role as a political candidate seeking reelection, rather than as the president at the time. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on Tuesday. During a three-day visit Sullivan will meet China’s top officials. No major announcements are expected. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---white-house-national-security-adviser-jake-sullivan-meets-with-chinese-foreign-minister-wang-yi/7758972.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---white-house-national-security-adviser-jake-sullivan-meets-with-chinese-foreign-minister-wang-yi/7758972.html Tue, 27 Aug 2024 18:42:27 +0200 VOA White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on Tuesday. During a three-day visit Sullivan will meet China’s top officials. No major announcements are expected. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Vice President Kamala Harris has raised $540 million in the little more than a month since she began her race for U.S. president, her campaign said on Sunday. Harris became a candidate for president on July 21 when President Joe Biden stepped aside. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---vice-president-harris-raises-540-million-in-the-little-more-than-a-month/7757556.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---vice-president-harris-raises-540-million-in-the-little-more-than-a-month/7757556.html Mon, 26 Aug 2024 19:06:43 +0200 VOA Vice President Kamala Harris has raised $540 million in the little more than a month since she began her race for U.S. president, her campaign said on Sunday. Harris became a candidate for president on July 21 when President Joe Biden stepped aside. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Kamala Harris formally accepted her party’s nomination for president Thursday on the last day of the Democratic National Convention. In a speech, Harris called on Americans to join her to “chart a new way forward.” Harris also laid out broad policy principles and called to end the war in Gaza. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---vice-president-kamala-harris-formally-accepted-her-party-s-nomination/7754417.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---vice-president-kamala-harris-formally-accepted-her-party-s-nomination/7754417.html Fri, 23 Aug 2024 19:22:58 +0200 VOA Kamala Harris formally accepted her party’s nomination for president Thursday on the last day of the Democratic National Convention. In a speech, Harris called on Americans to join her to “chart a new way forward.” Harris also laid out broad policy principles and called to end the war in Gaza. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Minnesota Governor Tim Walz accepted his party’s nomination as vice president during the third day of the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday. In his speech Walz introduced himself to the nation and praised his running mate, Vice President Kamala Harris. https://www.voandebele.com/a/7752915.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/7752915.html Thu, 22 Aug 2024 18:58:25 +0200 VOA Minnesota Governor Tim Walz accepted his party’s nomination as vice president during the third day of the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday. In his speech Walz introduced himself to the nation and praised his running mate, Vice President Kamala Harris. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken wrapped up his ninth visit to the Middle East late Tuesday, saying Israel and Hamas need to reach an agreement on a cease-fire soon. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-wraps-up-middle-east-trip-says-deal-must-come-soon/7751498.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-wraps-up-middle-east-trip-says-deal-must-come-soon/7751498.html Wed, 21 Aug 2024 19:54:23 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken wrapped up his ninth visit to the Middle East late Tuesday, saying Israel and Hamas need to reach an agreement on a cease-fire soon. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in Tel Aviv that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had accepted a U.S. “bridging proposal” on a Gaza cease-fire deal, and that it was up to Hamas to agree. Blinken on Tuesday met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sissi in Cairo. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-israel-accepts-us-bridging-proposal-on-gaza-cease-fire/7749994.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-israel-accepts-us-bridging-proposal-on-gaza-cease-fire/7749994.html Tue, 20 Aug 2024 19:57:07 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in Tel Aviv that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had accepted a U.S. “bridging proposal” on a Gaza cease-fire deal, and that it was up to Hamas to agree. Blinken on Tuesday met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sissi in Cairo. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The four-day U.S. Democratic National Convention opens Monday night in Chicago. On the first day U.S. President Joe Biden will tell the convention why Vice President Kamala Harris should succeed him and become the country’s 47th president. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---the-democratic-national-convention-opens-monday/7748424.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---the-democratic-national-convention-opens-monday/7748424.html Mon, 19 Aug 2024 19:02:26 +0200 VOA The four-day U.S. Democratic National Convention opens Monday night in Chicago. On the first day U.S. President Joe Biden will tell the convention why Vice President Kamala Harris should succeed him and become the country’s 47th president. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Authorities on Thursday announced charges against five people in connection with actor Matthew Perry’s death from a ketamine overdose last year, including the “Friends” actor’s assistant and two doctors. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---five-charged-in-matthew-perry-s-death/7745714.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---five-charged-in-matthew-perry-s-death/7745714.html Fri, 16 Aug 2024 20:07:04 +0200 VOA Authorities on Thursday announced charges against five people in connection with actor Matthew Perry’s death from a ketamine overdose last year, including the “Friends” actor’s assistant and two doctors. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigned Wednesday nearly four months after overseeing the university's handling of campus protests against Israel's war in Gaza. In a statement, she acknowledged the campus protests factored into her decision to quit. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---columbia-s-president-resigns-after-months-of-turmoil-including-gaza-protests/7744082.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---columbia-s-president-resigns-after-months-of-turmoil-including-gaza-protests/7744082.html Thu, 15 Aug 2024 18:41:23 +0200 VOA Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigned Wednesday nearly four months after overseeing the university's handling of campus protests against Israel's war in Gaza. In a statement, she acknowledged the campus protests factored into her decision to quit. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein said on Wednesday in Lebanon that he believes a war between Israel and Lebanon's powerful militant group Hezbollah could be avoided. Hochstein also said that Israel and Hamas needed to move toward a peace agreement for Gaza without further delay. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-envoy-says-he-thinks-war-between-israel-and-hezbollah-could-be-avoided/7742817.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-envoy-says-he-thinks-war-between-israel-and-hezbollah-could-be-avoided/7742817.html Wed, 14 Aug 2024 20:33:14 +0200 VOA U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein said on Wednesday in Lebanon that he believes a war between Israel and Lebanon's powerful militant group Hezbollah could be avoided. Hochstein also said that Israel and Hamas needed to move toward a peace agreement for Gaza without further delay. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The two senators met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-senators-lindsey-graham-and-richard-blumenthal-praised-ukraine-s-incursion-into-russia-s-kursk-region-on-monday/7741186.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-senators-lindsey-graham-and-richard-blumenthal-praised-ukraine-s-incursion-into-russia-s-kursk-region-on-monday/7741186.html Tue, 13 Aug 2024 19:08:06 +0200 VOA The two senators met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull He attended a ceremony in a Buddhist temple in Tokyo instead, as the city declined to invite the ambassador from Israel in addition to Russia, citing security concerns. Emanuel called the decision “a political decision, not one based on security.” https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-ambassador-to-japan-rahm-emanuel-skipped-this-year-s-atomic-bombing-memorial-service-in-nagasaki-on-friday/7736426.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-ambassador-to-japan-rahm-emanuel-skipped-this-year-s-atomic-bombing-memorial-service-in-nagasaki-on-friday/7736426.html Fri, 09 Aug 2024 18:10:37 +0200 VOA He attended a ceremony in a Buddhist temple in Tokyo instead, as the city declined to invite the ambassador from Israel in addition to Russia, citing security concerns. Emanuel called the decision “a political decision, not one based on security.” 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull White House said they will look to learn more about their objectives. Ukrainian officials have remained silent about the scope of the operation into Russia’s southwestern Kursk region. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--the-white-house-said-it-will-reach-out-to-the-ukrainian-military-to-over-incursion-into-russia-/7734996.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--the-white-house-said-it-will-reach-out-to-the-ukrainian-military-to-over-incursion-into-russia-/7734996.html Thu, 08 Aug 2024 19:02:02 +0200 VOA White House said they will look to learn more about their objectives. Ukrainian officials have remained silent about the scope of the operation into Russia’s southwestern Kursk region. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The fire flared again Monday after days of dormancy and grew by as much as 53 square kilometers in about 12 hours. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--a-remote-camera-showed-a-giant-rotating-plume-of-smoke-rising-from-a-section-of-the-park-fire-in-northern-california-/7733454.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--a-remote-camera-showed-a-giant-rotating-plume-of-smoke-rising-from-a-section-of-the-park-fire-in-northern-california-/7733454.html Wed, 07 Aug 2024 17:59:27 +0200 VOA The fire flared again Monday after days of dormancy and grew by as much as 53 square kilometers in about 12 hours. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The storm contributed to at least four deaths in the state and the rescue of hundreds from flooded homes. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--tropical-storm-debby-slammed-florida-on-monday-with-torrential-rain-and-high-winds/7732071.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--tropical-storm-debby-slammed-florida-on-monday-with-torrential-rain-and-high-winds/7732071.html Tue, 06 Aug 2024 18:48:01 +0200 VOA The storm contributed to at least four deaths in the state and the rescue of hundreds from flooded homes. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Storm Debby made landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida, where the western panhandle meets the peninsula. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--hurricane-debby-made-landfall-monday-morning-as-a-category-1-storm-with-potentially-historic-rainfall/7730586.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--hurricane-debby-made-landfall-monday-morning-as-a-category-1-storm-with-potentially-historic-rainfall/7730586.html Mon, 05 Aug 2024 18:24:16 +0200 VOA Storm Debby made landfall in the Big Bend region of Florida, where the western panhandle meets the peninsula. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Biden said he felt "great satisfaction and a feeling of relief for their families." Journalists Evan Gershkovich and Alsu Kurmasheva, along with fellow American Paul Whelan landed shortly before midnight at a U.S. air base outside Washington. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-president-joe-biden-welcomed-the-three-freed-americans-back-onto-u-s-soil-/7727707.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-president-joe-biden-welcomed-the-three-freed-americans-back-onto-u-s-soil-/7727707.html Fri, 02 Aug 2024 19:05:58 +0200 VOA Biden said he felt "great satisfaction and a feeling of relief for their families." Journalists Evan Gershkovich and Alsu Kurmasheva, along with fellow American Paul Whelan landed shortly before midnight at a U.S. air base outside Washington. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Defense Department said two accomplices also agreed to plead guilty in military court next week https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--man-accused-of-being-the-main-plotter-of-sept-11-2001-attacks-against-the-u-s-agreed-to-plead-guilty-in-a-military-court/7726127.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--man-accused-of-being-the-main-plotter-of-sept-11-2001-attacks-against-the-u-s-agreed-to-plead-guilty-in-a-military-court/7726127.html Thu, 01 Aug 2024 18:36:29 +0200 VOA Defense Department said two accomplices also agreed to plead guilty in military court next week 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Ronald Rowe said it was regrettable that local law enforcement did not alert his agency before the shooting that an armed subject had been spotted on the roof. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--acting-secret-service-director-testified-to-lawmakers-on-attempted-assassination-of-former-president-donald-trump/7724297.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--acting-secret-service-director-testified-to-lawmakers-on-attempted-assassination-of-former-president-donald-trump/7724297.html Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:35:27 +0200 VOA Ronald Rowe said it was regrettable that local law enforcement did not alert his agency before the shooting that an armed subject had been spotted on the roof. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull He made the remark while he and Secretary of State Antony Blinken were due to meet their Philippines counterparts in Manila. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-secretary-of-defense-lloyd-austin-said-escalation-between-israel-and-hezbollah-militants-in-lebanon-is-not-inevitable/7718682.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-secretary-of-defense-lloyd-austin-said-escalation-between-israel-and-hezbollah-militants-in-lebanon-is-not-inevitable/7718682.html Tue, 30 Jul 2024 17:57:57 +0200 VOA He made the remark while he and Secretary of State Antony Blinken were due to meet their Philippines counterparts in Manila. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull They discussed security concerns and joint support to reinforce maritime safety and cybersecurity in the Indo-Pacific region amid growing tensions with China. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-secretaries-of-state-defense-meet-the-japanese-prime-minister-in-tokyo/7717265.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-secretaries-of-state-defense-meet-the-japanese-prime-minister-in-tokyo/7717265.html Mon, 29 Jul 2024 18:48:43 +0200 VOA They discussed security concerns and joint support to reinforce maritime safety and cybersecurity in the Indo-Pacific region amid growing tensions with China. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Relatives spoke at a news conference following meetings at the White House in Washington https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--relatives-of-u-s-hostages-being-held-in-gaza-said-meetings-with-biden-netanyahu-were-productive-and-honest-/7714257.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--relatives-of-u-s-hostages-being-held-in-gaza-said-meetings-with-biden-netanyahu-were-productive-and-honest-/7714257.html Fri, 26 Jul 2024 18:06:14 +0200 VOA Relatives spoke at a news conference following meetings at the White House in Washington 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull His speech came after days of silence following his announcement he was ending his campaign for a second term https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-president-joe-biden-touted-his-record-and-called-for-energetic-new-leadership-to-face-tomorrow-s-challenges-in-address/7712705.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-president-joe-biden-touted-his-record-and-called-for-energetic-new-leadership-to-face-tomorrow-s-challenges-in-address/7712705.html Thu, 25 Jul 2024 17:47:03 +0200 VOA His speech came after days of silence following his announcement he was ending his campaign for a second term 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Regulators also looking at Delta's treatment of passengers stranded by canceled and delayed flights and whether it violated federal rules. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-regulators-investigating-why-delta-air-lines-failed-to-recover-as-quickly-as-other-airlines-from-a-global-tech-breakdown/7711236.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-regulators-investigating-why-delta-air-lines-failed-to-recover-as-quickly-as-other-airlines-from-a-global-tech-breakdown/7711236.html Wed, 24 Jul 2024 18:32:00 +0200 VOA Regulators also looking at Delta's treatment of passengers stranded by canceled and delayed flights and whether it violated federal rules. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has secured enough support to become her party’s nominee in the November presidential election against Donald Trump, according to the AP tally of Democratic delegates. President Joe Biden dropped out from the race Sunday and endorsed Harris as Democratic nominee. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---new-us-arctic-strategy-focused-on-russian-chinese-inroads/7709820.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---new-us-arctic-strategy-focused-on-russian-chinese-inroads/7709820.html Tue, 23 Jul 2024 19:31:20 +0200 VOA U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris has secured enough support to become her party’s nominee in the November presidential election against Donald Trump, according to the AP tally of Democratic delegates. President Joe Biden dropped out from the race Sunday and endorsed Harris as Democratic nominee. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Vice President Harris has raised around $50 million for her presidential campaign in less than a day after President Biden endorsed her as the Democratic nominee, a campaign spokesperson for Biden said on Monday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-raises-around-50-million-since-biden-endorsed-her-as-democratic-nominee/7708217.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-raises-around-50-million-since-biden-endorsed-her-as-democratic-nominee/7708217.html Mon, 22 Jul 2024 18:51:54 +0200 VOA Vice President Harris has raised around $50 million for her presidential campaign in less than a day after President Biden endorsed her as the Democratic nominee, a campaign spokesperson for Biden said on Monday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Vice President Harris has raised around $50 million for her presidential campaign in less than a day after President Biden endorsed her as the Democratic nominee, a campaign spokesperson for Biden said on Monday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-raises-around-50-million-since-biden-endorsed-her-as-democratic-nominee/7708205.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---harris-raises-around-50-million-since-biden-endorsed-her-as-democratic-nominee/7708205.html Mon, 22 Jul 2024 18:40:57 +0200 VOA Vice President Harris has raised around $50 million for her presidential campaign in less than a day after President Biden endorsed her as the Democratic nominee, a campaign spokesperson for Biden said on Monday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull During his 90-plus minute speech - the longest convention speech in history - Trump described in detail the attempt on his life and outlined his political agenda including what he promises would be the largest deportation of illegal immigrants in U.S. history. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---donald-trump-accepts-republican-nomination/7705031.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---donald-trump-accepts-republican-nomination/7705031.html Fri, 19 Jul 2024 18:04:56 +0200 VOA During his 90-plus minute speech - the longest convention speech in history - Trump described in detail the attempt on his life and outlined his political agenda including what he promises would be the largest deportation of illegal immigrants in U.S. history. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden told reporters late Wednesday that he was “doing well,” hours after testing positive for COVID-19. The 81-year-old president tested positive after his first event in Las Vegas on Wednesday and is experiencing “mild symptoms, the White House said. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-tests-positive-for-covid/7703504.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-tests-positive-for-covid/7703504.html Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:33:29 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden told reporters late Wednesday that he was “doing well,” hours after testing positive for COVID-19. The 81-year-old president tested positive after his first event in Las Vegas on Wednesday and is experiencing “mild symptoms, the White House said. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Taiwan is dedicated to bolstering its own defenses, Premier Cho Jung-tai said Wednesday after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told Bloomberg Businessweek that Taiwan should pay the United States for its defense. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-says-taiwan-should-pay-us-for-its-defense/7702162.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-says-taiwan-should-pay-us-for-its-defense/7702162.html Wed, 17 Jul 2024 20:34:02 +0200 VOA Taiwan is dedicated to bolstering its own defenses, Premier Cho Jung-tai said Wednesday after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump told Bloomberg Businessweek that Taiwan should pay the United States for its defense. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The Republican Party opens its convention Monday in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, after an assassination attempt Saturday on the party’s presidential nominee, former president Donald Trump. Federal law enforcement agencies say they are not planning any changes to their already extensive security measures. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---republicans-open-their-convention-after-assassination-attempt-on-trump/7699093.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---republicans-open-their-convention-after-assassination-attempt-on-trump/7699093.html Mon, 15 Jul 2024 20:39:48 +0200 VOA The Republican Party opens its convention Monday in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, after an assassination attempt Saturday on the party’s presidential nominee, former president Donald Trump. Federal law enforcement agencies say they are not planning any changes to their already extensive security measures. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull At his first solo news conference in eight months on Thursday, U.S. President Joe Biden spent most of an hour responding to questions about the growing movement within his own Democratic Party to get him to step aside because of concerns he may be in cognitive decline. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-rejects-calls-to-quit-the-race/7695832.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-rejects-calls-to-quit-the-race/7695832.html Fri, 12 Jul 2024 20:09:33 +0200 VOA At his first solo news conference in eight months on Thursday, U.S. President Joe Biden spent most of an hour responding to questions about the growing movement within his own Democratic Party to get him to step aside because of concerns he may be in cognitive decline. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull NATO and Ukrainian leaders are to meet Thursday in Washington on the NATO summit’s final day. The summit declaration on Wednesday said Ukraine’s path to NATO membership is “irreversible.” The allies also labeled China as an "enabler" of Russia's war efforts. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---nato-ukraine-s-path-to-nato-membership-irreversible-/7694364.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---nato-ukraine-s-path-to-nato-membership-irreversible-/7694364.html Thu, 11 Jul 2024 20:44:13 +0200 VOA NATO and Ukrainian leaders are to meet Thursday in Washington on the NATO summit’s final day. The summit declaration on Wednesday said Ukraine’s path to NATO membership is “irreversible.” The allies also labeled China as an "enabler" of Russia's war efforts. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Ukraine is receiving five additional strategic air defense systems to protect its sovereign territory. U.S. President Joe Biden announced Tuesday the five systems as NATO members commemorated the 75th anniversary of the alliance during a summit in Washington. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-ukraine-to-receive-five-additional-strategic-air-defense-systems-/7692659.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-ukraine-to-receive-five-additional-strategic-air-defense-systems-/7692659.html Wed, 10 Jul 2024 18:44:02 +0200 VOA Ukraine is receiving five additional strategic air defense systems to protect its sovereign territory. U.S. President Joe Biden announced Tuesday the five systems as NATO members commemorated the 75th anniversary of the alliance during a summit in Washington. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull NATO begins a summit Tuesday in Washington with support for Ukraine’s battle against a Russian invasion topping the agenda. U.S. officials have said the summit will offer Ukraine a "bridge to membership." Russia sees NATO as a vehicle for U.S. dominance. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---nato-opens-summit-in-washington/7691086.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---nato-opens-summit-in-washington/7691086.html Tue, 09 Jul 2024 19:01:02 +0200 VOA NATO begins a summit Tuesday in Washington with support for Ukraine’s battle against a Russian invasion topping the agenda. U.S. officials have said the summit will offer Ukraine a "bridge to membership." Russia sees NATO as a vehicle for U.S. dominance. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The U.S. Justice Department says Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge stemming from two crashes of 737 Max jetliners in 2018 and 2019 that killed 346 people. Boeing will have to pay a fine of more than $243 million and invest more in improving safety. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---boeing-accepts-plea-deal-to-avoid-criminal-trial-over-737-max-crashes/7689585.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---boeing-accepts-plea-deal-to-avoid-criminal-trial-over-737-max-crashes/7689585.html Mon, 08 Jul 2024 19:13:31 +0200 VOA The U.S. Justice Department says Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge stemming from two crashes of 737 Max jetliners in 2018 and 2019 that killed 346 people. Boeing will have to pay a fine of more than $243 million and invest more in improving safety. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden said, "I'm not going anywhere," on Thursday during an Independence Day celebration at the White House. Biden's mental and physical abilities have been scrutinized in the week since his faltering debate performance against former President Donald Trump. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america-i-m-not-going-anywhere-biden-tells-july-4-crowd-at-the-white-house/7686549.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america-i-m-not-going-anywhere-biden-tells-july-4-crowd-at-the-white-house/7686549.html Fri, 05 Jul 2024 17:47:44 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden said, "I'm not going anywhere," on Thursday during an Independence Day celebration at the White House. Biden's mental and physical abilities have been scrutinized in the week since his faltering debate performance against former President Donald Trump. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he would keep running for reelection, pushing back against growing sentiment that his recent faltering debate performance had doomed his candidacy. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-vows-to-continue-his-run-for-reelection/7685133.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-vows-to-continue-his-run-for-reelection/7685133.html Thu, 04 Jul 2024 16:43:26 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he would keep running for reelection, pushing back against growing sentiment that his recent faltering debate performance had doomed his candidacy. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull House lawmaker Lloyd Doggett of Texas has become the first Democrat to publicly call on President Joe Biden to step down as the party's nominee for president, after a faltering debate performance against former president Donald Trump. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---democrats-publicly-voicing-worries-about-biden-campaign/7683832.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---democrats-publicly-voicing-worries-about-biden-campaign/7683832.html Wed, 03 Jul 2024 18:10:29 +0200 VOA House lawmaker Lloyd Doggett of Texas has become the first Democrat to publicly call on President Joe Biden to step down as the party's nominee for president, after a faltering debate performance against former president Donald Trump. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in a case involving former President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-supreme-court-granted-presidents-broad-immunity-from-prosecution-for-official-acts-conducted-while-in-office/7682344.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-supreme-court-granted-presidents-broad-immunity-from-prosecution-for-official-acts-conducted-while-in-office/7682344.html Tue, 02 Jul 2024 18:31:48 +0200 VOA Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in a case involving former President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Donald Trump’s longtime ally Steve Bannon is scheduled to report to a federal prison in Connecticut on Monday to serve his four-month sentence after being convicted of two misdemeanor counts of contempt of Congress. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---bannon-set-to-begin-four-month-sentence-on-contempt-charges/7681008.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---bannon-set-to-begin-four-month-sentence-on-contempt-charges/7681008.html Mon, 01 Jul 2024 20:06:21 +0200 VOA Donald Trump’s longtime ally Steve Bannon is scheduled to report to a federal prison in Connecticut on Monday to serve his four-month sentence after being convicted of two misdemeanor counts of contempt of Congress. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull A post-debate CNN survey found Trump convincingly won the debate by a 67% to 33% margin and some Democrats expressed alarm at Biden’s performance. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-trump-clash-at-first-presidential-debate-of-2024-election/7677227.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-trump-clash-at-first-presidential-debate-of-2024-election/7677227.html Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:22:46 +0200 VOA A post-debate CNN survey found Trump convincingly won the debate by a 67% to 33% margin and some Democrats expressed alarm at Biden’s performance. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump are debating Thursday night in a seminal moment for their campaigns leading up to the November 5 election. National polls show Biden and Trump in a virtual dead heat. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-and-trump-to-face-off-thursday-in-their-first-2024-presidential-debate/7675978.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-and-trump-to-face-off-thursday-in-their-first-2024-presidential-debate/7675978.html Thu, 27 Jun 2024 18:28:16 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump are debating Thursday night in a seminal moment for their campaigns leading up to the November 5 election. National polls show Biden and Trump in a virtual dead heat. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich went on trial behind closed doors Wednesday in a Russian court on espionage charges that he, his employer and the U.S. government reject. Journalists were briefly allowed to film Gershkovich before the start of the trial. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wsj-reporter-evan-gershkovich-on-trial-in-russia/7674915.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wsj-reporter-evan-gershkovich-on-trial-in-russia/7674915.html Wed, 26 Jun 2024 19:56:28 +0200 VOA Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich went on trial behind closed doors Wednesday in a Russian court on espionage charges that he, his employer and the U.S. government reject. Journalists were briefly allowed to film Gershkovich before the start of the trial. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has agreed to plead guilty to violating the U.S. Espionage Act in a deal with the U.S. Justice Department that will free him from prison. Assange is due to be sentenced Wednesday to 62 months of time already served for WikiLeaks’ mass release of secret U.S. documents https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wikileaks-founder-assange-to-plead-guilty-in-deal-with-us-be-freed-from-prison/7669527.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wikileaks-founder-assange-to-plead-guilty-in-deal-with-us-be-freed-from-prison/7669527.html Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:19:25 +0200 VOA WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has agreed to plead guilty to violating the U.S. Espionage Act in a deal with the U.S. Justice Department that will free him from prison. Assange is due to be sentenced Wednesday to 62 months of time already served for WikiLeaks’ mass release of secret U.S. documents 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin are meeting this week with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in Washington. The topics will be the war in Gaza, and the risk of a wider conflict. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-austin-meeting-israeli-defense-minister-yoav-gallant-in-washington/7668246.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-austin-meeting-israeli-defense-minister-yoav-gallant-in-washington/7668246.html Mon, 24 Jun 2024 19:49:22 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin are meeting this week with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in Washington. The topics will be the war in Gaza, and the risk of a wider conflict. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Trump defense to argue that the prosecutor who brought the charges was illegally appointed, in maneuver considered a long-shot . https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--federal-judge-to-hear-arguments-in-classified-documents-case-against-former-president-donald-trump-on-friday-/7665242.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--federal-judge-to-hear-arguments-in-classified-documents-case-against-former-president-donald-trump-on-friday-/7665242.html Fri, 21 Jun 2024 18:47:12 +0200 VOA Trump defense to argue that the prosecutor who brought the charges was illegally appointed, in maneuver considered a long-shot . 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Biden aims to balance his recent aggressive crackdown on the southern border that enraged advocates and many Democratic lawmakers. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america-president-joe-biden-ordered-step-to-offer-potential-citizenship-to-hundreds-of-thousands-of-immigrants-without-legal-status/7662075.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america-president-joe-biden-ordered-step-to-offer-potential-citizenship-to-hundreds-of-thousands-of-immigrants-without-legal-status/7662075.html Wed, 19 Jun 2024 17:05:47 +0200 VOA Biden aims to balance his recent aggressive crackdown on the southern border that enraged advocates and many Democratic lawmakers. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The Boston Celtics defeated the visiting Dallas Mavericks 106-88 to win the 2023-24 National Basketball Association championship Monday. The title is Boston’s record-setting 18th NBA championship. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---boston-celtics-win-2023-24-nba-championship/7660694.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---boston-celtics-win-2023-24-nba-championship/7660694.html Tue, 18 Jun 2024 17:49:10 +0200 VOA The Boston Celtics defeated the visiting Dallas Mavericks 106-88 to win the 2023-24 National Basketball Association championship Monday. The title is Boston’s record-setting 18th NBA championship. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The U.S. State Department slammed Russia after Russian authorities said Thursday American journalist Evan Gershkovich will stand trial. The Wall Street Journal reporter was arrested in March 2023 on espionage charges that Gershkovich, his employer and the U.S. government say are bogus. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-state-department-slams-russia-over-gershkovich-s-indictment/7656360.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-state-department-slams-russia-over-gershkovich-s-indictment/7656360.html Fri, 14 Jun 2024 19:05:37 +0200 VOA The U.S. State Department slammed Russia after Russian authorities said Thursday American journalist Evan Gershkovich will stand trial. The Wall Street Journal reporter was arrested in March 2023 on espionage charges that Gershkovich, his employer and the U.S. government say are bogus. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets Wednesday with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani as U.S., Qatari and Egyptian officials evaluate Hamas’ response to a proposed multistage cease-fire in Gaza. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-qatar-and-egypt-evaluating-hamas-response-to-gaza-cease-fire-proposal/7653253.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-qatar-and-egypt-evaluating-hamas-response-to-gaza-cease-fire-proposal/7653253.html Wed, 12 Jun 2024 20:04:45 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets Wednesday with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani as U.S., Qatari and Egyptian officials evaluate Hamas’ response to a proposed multistage cease-fire in Gaza. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said a Hamas statement of support for a U.N. resolution backing a proposal for a cease-fire in the Gaza war was a "hopeful sign," but definitive word was still needed from the Hamas leadership in Gaza. Blinken was visiting Israel Tuesday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-urges-hamas-to-accept-cease-fire-proposal/7651625.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-urges-hamas-to-accept-cease-fire-proposal/7651625.html Tue, 11 Jun 2024 18:57:53 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said a Hamas statement of support for a U.N. resolution backing a proposal for a cease-fire in the Gaza war was a "hopeful sign," but definitive word was still needed from the Hamas leadership in Gaza. Blinken was visiting Israel Tuesday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden held a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in France Friday. Biden reiterated that Washington “will not walk away” from Ukraine and its war with Russia. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-meets-zelenskyy-reiterates-that-washington-will-not-walk-away-from-ukraine/7647104.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-meets-zelenskyy-reiterates-that-washington-will-not-walk-away-from-ukraine/7647104.html Fri, 07 Jun 2024 18:09:02 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden held a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in France Friday. Biden reiterated that Washington “will not walk away” from Ukraine and its war with Russia. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. House Republicans issued criminal referrals against President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, and the president’s brother, James Biden, accusing them of making false statements to undermine the Republicans' year-long impeachment inquiry. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-house-republicans-issue-criminal-referrals-against-biden-s-son-brother/7645772.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-house-republicans-issue-criminal-referrals-against-biden-s-son-brother/7645772.html Thu, 06 Jun 2024 20:31:37 +0200 VOA U.S. House Republicans issued criminal referrals against President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, and the president’s brother, James Biden, accusing them of making false statements to undermine the Republicans' year-long impeachment inquiry. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden arrived in France Wednesday where he will attend events commemorating the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion. His five-day trip is intended to underscore his commitment to U.S. allies in Europe. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-in-france-for-d-day-anniversary/7644183.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-in-france-for-d-day-anniversary/7644183.html Wed, 05 Jun 2024 20:32:23 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden arrived in France Wednesday where he will attend events commemorating the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion. His five-day trip is intended to underscore his commitment to U.S. allies in Europe. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. news outlets report President Joe Biden will issue an executive order Tuesday that would effectively shut down the U.S.-Mexico border once the weekly average of daily encounters reaches above a threshold of 2,500 among points of entry. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-to-issue-executive-order-to-curb-immigration-on-border-with-mexico/7642387.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-to-issue-executive-order-to-curb-immigration-on-border-with-mexico/7642387.html Tue, 04 Jun 2024 18:04:19 +0200 VOA U.S. news outlets report President Joe Biden will issue an executive order Tuesday that would effectively shut down the U.S.-Mexico border once the weekly average of daily encounters reaches above a threshold of 2,500 among points of entry. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Former president Donald Trump was found guilty Thursday on all 34 felony counts in his criminal trial, where he was accused of falsifying internal business records to cover up hush money payments tied to an alleged scheme to bury stories that might hurt his 2016 White House campaign. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---former-president-donald-trump-found-guilty-on-all-34-felony-counts/7637725.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---former-president-donald-trump-found-guilty-on-all-34-felony-counts/7637725.html Fri, 31 May 2024 18:06:04 +0200 VOA Former president Donald Trump was found guilty Thursday on all 34 felony counts in his criminal trial, where he was accused of falsifying internal business records to cover up hush money payments tied to an alleged scheme to bury stories that might hurt his 2016 White House campaign. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits the Czech Republic Thursday for an informal meeting of NATO foreign ministers. While in Moldova on Wednesday Blinken pledged $135 million in aid to the country for energy security and to counter Russian disinformation. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-pledges-135-million-in-aid-for-moldova-amid-rising-russian-threats/7635121.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-pledges-135-million-in-aid-for-moldova-amid-rising-russian-threats/7635121.html Thu, 30 May 2024 17:51:17 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits the Czech Republic Thursday for an informal meeting of NATO foreign ministers. While in Moldova on Wednesday Blinken pledged $135 million in aid to the country for energy security and to counter Russian disinformation. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken Wednesday arrived in Moldova, the first stop on a brief Europe tour aimed at solidifying Western support for Ukraine across neighboring countries and NATO allies. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken-visits-moldova/7633648.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken-visits-moldova/7633648.html Wed, 29 May 2024 18:30:49 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken Wednesday arrived in Moldova, the first stop on a brief Europe tour aimed at solidifying Western support for Ukraine across neighboring countries and NATO allies. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Closing arguments are set Tuesday in Donald Trump’s New York hush money criminal trial. The former president insists he is innocent of charges that he falsified business records to cover up a hush money payment to a porn star before the 2016 presidential election. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---closing-arguments-begin-in-donald-trump-s-new-york-hush-money-criminal-trial/7630099.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---closing-arguments-begin-in-donald-trump-s-new-york-hush-money-criminal-trial/7630099.html Tue, 28 May 2024 18:34:22 +0200 VOA Closing arguments are set Tuesday in Donald Trump’s New York hush money criminal trial. The former president insists he is innocent of charges that he falsified business records to cover up a hush money payment to a porn star before the 2016 presidential election. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Former U.S. Marine pilot Daniel Duggan can be extradited from Australia to face U.S. charges of training Chinese military pilots to land on aircraft carriers, a Sydney judge ruled Friday. Duggan served in the U.S. Marines for 12 years before immigrating to Australia in 2002. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---former-u-s-marine-pilot-can-be-extradited-from-australia-to-us-sydney-judge-rules/7625773.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---former-u-s-marine-pilot-can-be-extradited-from-australia-to-us-sydney-judge-rules/7625773.html Fri, 24 May 2024 18:14:41 +0200 VOA Former U.S. Marine pilot Daniel Duggan can be extradited from Australia to face U.S. charges of training Chinese military pilots to land on aircraft carriers, a Sydney judge ruled Friday. Duggan served in the U.S. Marines for 12 years before immigrating to Australia in 2002. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The United States will designate Kenya its first major non-NATO ally in sub-Saharan Africa, the White House said, as President Joe Biden on Thursday welcomed President William Ruto for a state visit. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-to-designate-kenya-as-its-first-major-non-nato-ally-in-sub-saharan-africa/7624081.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-to-designate-kenya-as-its-first-major-non-nato-ally-in-sub-saharan-africa/7624081.html Thu, 23 May 2024 17:02:09 +0200 VOA The United States will designate Kenya its first major non-NATO ally in sub-Saharan Africa, the White House said, as President Joe Biden on Thursday welcomed President William Ruto for a state visit. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called the decision to request arrest warrants for Israeli leaders "extremely wrongheaded” on Tuesday, as he spoke to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-denounces-request-for-arrest-warrants-for-israeli-leaders/7622763.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-denounces-request-for-arrest-warrants-for-israeli-leaders/7622763.html Wed, 22 May 2024 19:19:46 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called the decision to request arrest warrants for Israeli leaders "extremely wrongheaded” on Tuesday, as he spoke to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden denounced the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor’s decision to seek arrest warrants for Israel's prime minister and defense minister in connection with the seven-month war in Gaza. The court is also seeking arrest warrants for three Hamas leaders in Gaza. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-defends-israel-denounces-icc-after-netanyahu-arrest-warrant/7621048.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-defends-israel-denounces-icc-after-netanyahu-arrest-warrant/7621048.html Tue, 21 May 2024 17:43:22 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden denounced the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor’s decision to seek arrest warrants for Israel's prime minister and defense minister in connection with the seven-month war in Gaza. The court is also seeking arrest warrants for three Hamas leaders in Gaza. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The U.S. Central Command said Friday that trucks carrying humanitarian assistance began moving ashore through a temporary U.S.-built pier off the war-torn Gaza Strip. The U.S. says the pier is not considered a substitute for land deliveries of humanitarian aid to Palestinians. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-central-command-says-first-aid-shipment-crosses-new-pier-into-gaza/7616450.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-central-command-says-first-aid-shipment-crosses-new-pier-into-gaza/7616450.html Fri, 17 May 2024 18:23:45 +0200 VOA The U.S. Central Command said Friday that trucks carrying humanitarian assistance began moving ashore through a temporary U.S.-built pier off the war-torn Gaza Strip. The U.S. says the pier is not considered a substitute for land deliveries of humanitarian aid to Palestinians. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Police detained multiple pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of California Irvine campus on Wednesday. Police were called after demonstrators, demanding the university divest from Israel, blocked a building with a makeshift barricade. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-detains-pro-palestinian-protesters-at-university-of-california-irvine/7614904.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-detains-pro-palestinian-protesters-at-university-of-california-irvine/7614904.html Thu, 16 May 2024 18:17:50 +0200 VOA Police detained multiple pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of California Irvine campus on Wednesday. Police were called after demonstrators, demanding the university divest from Israel, blocked a building with a makeshift barricade. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on Wednesday a further $2 billion in military aid for Ukraine. The aid was announced at a press conference with Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba in Kyiv. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-in-kyiv-announces-further-2-billion-in-military-aid-for-ukraine/7613404.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-in-kyiv-announces-further-2-billion-in-military-aid-for-ukraine/7613404.html Wed, 15 May 2024 19:16:46 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on Wednesday a further $2 billion in military aid for Ukraine. The aid was announced at a press conference with Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba in Kyiv. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Kyiv Tuesday to reassure an ally facing attacks by Russia’s military in eastern Ukraine. Blinken said that American military aid is going to make a real difference against Russian aggression. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-visits-kyiv-as-russia-claims-advances-in-eastern-ukraine/7610692.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-visits-kyiv-as-russia-claims-advances-in-eastern-ukraine/7610692.html Tue, 14 May 2024 17:56:41 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Kyiv Tuesday to reassure an ally facing attacks by Russia’s military in eastern Ukraine. Blinken said that American military aid is going to make a real difference against Russian aggression. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Commencement ceremonies across U.S. universities remained largely peaceful over the weekend. Weeks of student protests against the war in Gaza roiled U.S. campuses in recent weeks and resulted in nearly 2,900 arrests at 57 colleges and universities. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---commencement-ceremonies-largely-peaceful-over-the-weekend/7609241.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---commencement-ceremonies-largely-peaceful-over-the-weekend/7609241.html Mon, 13 May 2024 18:55:42 +0200 VOA Commencement ceremonies across U.S. universities remained largely peaceful over the weekend. Weeks of student protests against the war in Gaza roiled U.S. campuses in recent weeks and resulted in nearly 2,900 arrests at 57 colleges and universities. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Senate Republicans criticized President Joe Biden Thursday for saying he would not supply offensive weapons that Israel could use to launch an all-out assault on Rafah — the last major Hamas stronghold in Gaza. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---gop-senators-criticize-biden-for-stopping-offensive-weapons-for-israel-over-rafah/7606241.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---gop-senators-criticize-biden-for-stopping-offensive-weapons-for-israel-over-rafah/7606241.html Fri, 10 May 2024 18:41:10 +0200 VOA Senate Republicans criticized President Joe Biden Thursday for saying he would not supply offensive weapons that Israel could use to launch an all-out assault on Rafah — the last major Hamas stronghold in Gaza. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Republican U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson survived an attempt to remove him Wednesday initiated by firebrand Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. Democrats joined Republicans in a 359-43 vote to protect Johnson's speakership. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-house-rejects-effort-to-remove-speaker-johnson-from-office/7604448.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-house-rejects-effort-to-remove-speaker-johnson-from-office/7604448.html Thu, 09 May 2024 16:47:36 +0200 VOA Republican U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson survived an attempt to remove him Wednesday initiated by firebrand Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. Democrats joined Republicans in a 359-43 vote to protect Johnson's speakership. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden's administration paused a shipment of weapons to Israel last week in opposition to apparent steps by the Israelis toward invading the southern Gaza city of Rafah, according to a senior administration official speaking on Tuesday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-pauses-shipment-of-weapons-to-israel-over-rafah-concerns/7603059.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-pauses-shipment-of-weapons-to-israel-over-rafah-concerns/7603059.html Wed, 08 May 2024 18:27:25 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden's administration paused a shipment of weapons to Israel last week in opposition to apparent steps by the Israelis toward invading the southern Gaza city of Rafah, according to a senior administration official speaking on Tuesday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Russia has detained a U.S. soldier on charges of criminal misconduct in Russia's Far East, according to Russian authorities on Tuesday. Staff Sergeant Gordon Black, who had been serving in South Korea, reportedly visited a girlfriend in southeast Russia while on temporary leave. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-soldier-detained-in-russia-on-charges-of-criminal-misconduct/7601389.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-soldier-detained-in-russia-on-charges-of-criminal-misconduct/7601389.html Tue, 07 May 2024 17:35:53 +0200 VOA Russia has detained a U.S. soldier on charges of criminal misconduct in Russia's Far East, according to Russian authorities on Tuesday. Staff Sergeant Gordon Black, who had been serving in South Korea, reportedly visited a girlfriend in southeast Russia while on temporary leave. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Boeing is expected to blast off its first human spaceflight Monday night from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Veteran astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams will be riding aboard a new Boeing Starliner capsule to the International Space Station. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---boeing-to-launch-its-first-human-spaceflight/7599873.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---boeing-to-launch-its-first-human-spaceflight/7599873.html Mon, 06 May 2024 18:00:56 +0200 VOA Boeing is expected to blast off its first human spaceflight Monday night from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Veteran astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams will be riding aboard a new Boeing Starliner capsule to the International Space Station. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said late Thursday he does not see signs that Hamas is going to attack U.S. forces who are building a pier off the coast of Gaza to deliver aid to the war-torn strip by sea. The pier could become operational this month. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---austin-us-sees-no-indications-of-intent-to-hurt-us-troops-building-gaza-pier/7596789.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---austin-us-sees-no-indications-of-intent-to-hurt-us-troops-building-gaza-pier/7596789.html Fri, 03 May 2024 17:37:51 +0200 VOA U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said late Thursday he does not see signs that Hamas is going to attack U.S. forces who are building a pier off the coast of Gaza to deliver aid to the war-torn strip by sea. The pier could become operational this month. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Police arrested students at a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of California, Los Angeles, early Thursday. Demonstrators remained at campus despite being ordered to leave. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-remove-barricades-arrest-protesters-at-ucla/7595163.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-remove-barricades-arrest-protesters-at-ucla/7595163.html Thu, 02 May 2024 17:29:03 +0200 VOA Police arrested students at a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of California, Los Angeles, early Thursday. Demonstrators remained at campus despite being ordered to leave. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull New York City police raided a Columbia University building being occupied by pro-Palestinian protesters and arrested dozens of them late Tuesday. Columbia’s president requested that police stay on campus until at least May 17, two days after graduation. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-arrest-pro-palestinian-protesters-at-columbia-university-in-nyc/7593768.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-arrest-pro-palestinian-protesters-at-columbia-university-in-nyc/7593768.html Wed, 01 May 2024 19:00:37 +0200 VOA New York City police raided a Columbia University building being occupied by pro-Palestinian protesters and arrested dozens of them late Tuesday. Columbia’s president requested that police stay on campus until at least May 17, two days after graduation. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Jordan from Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to discuss the war in Gaza. Blinken on Monday urged Hamas to accept Israel's latest proposal for a truce and the release of Israeli hostages held by the Palestinian militant group. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-secretary-of-state-blinken-in-jordan-amid-push-for-israel-hamas-cease-fire/7592155.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---u-s-secretary-of-state-blinken-in-jordan-amid-push-for-israel-hamas-cease-fire/7592155.html Tue, 30 Apr 2024 18:56:37 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Jordan from Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to discuss the war in Gaza. Blinken on Monday urged Hamas to accept Israel's latest proposal for a truce and the release of Israeli hostages held by the Palestinian militant group. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Monday there have been improvements in getting humanitarian aid into Gaza, but that Israel must do more. Blinken was speaking at a meeting with the Gulf Cooperation Council in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-cites-improvement-in-getting-aid-into-gaza-says-israel-must-do-more/7589641.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-cites-improvement-in-getting-aid-into-gaza-says-israel-must-do-more/7589641.html Mon, 29 Apr 2024 19:47:10 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Monday there have been improvements in getting humanitarian aid into Gaza, but that Israel must do more. Blinken was speaking at a meeting with the Gulf Cooperation Council in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday. Following the meeting Blinken said two sides discussed a range of regional and global crises where China can play a constructive role. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-meets-with-chinese-president-xi-jinping-in-beijing/7586420.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-meets-with-chinese-president-xi-jinping-in-beijing/7586420.html Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:38:27 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday. Following the meeting Blinken said two sides discussed a range of regional and global crises where China can play a constructive role. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull An Arizona grand jury has indicted former president Donald Trump's chief of staff Mark Meadows, lawyer Rudy Giuliani and 16 others for their efforts to use so-called fake electors to try to overturn Trump’s loss to Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential election. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---arizona-indicts-meadows-giuliani-and-16-others-in-case-over-2020-election-in-arizona/7584873.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---arizona-indicts-meadows-giuliani-and-16-others-in-case-over-2020-election-in-arizona/7584873.html Thu, 25 Apr 2024 17:38:13 +0200 VOA An Arizona grand jury has indicted former president Donald Trump's chief of staff Mark Meadows, lawyer Rudy Giuliani and 16 others for their efforts to use so-called fake electors to try to overturn Trump’s loss to Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential election. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden said he will sign legislation Wednesday providing $95 billion in aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan after the Senate gave its approval late Tuesday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-senate-passes-95-billion-in-aid-for-ukraine-israel-and-taiwan/7583461.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-senate-passes-95-billion-in-aid-for-ukraine-israel-and-taiwan/7583461.html Wed, 24 Apr 2024 19:51:21 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden said he will sign legislation Wednesday providing $95 billion in aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan after the Senate gave its approval late Tuesday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Police arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters as demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war escalated across top U.S. universities Monday. The war began Oct. 7 with a deadly raid by Hamas militants into Israel, and Israel's response in Hamas-controlled Gaza. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-arrests-gaza-war-protesters-at-yale-nyu/7581726.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---police-arrests-gaza-war-protesters-at-yale-nyu/7581726.html Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:33:03 +0200 VOA Police arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian protesters as demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war escalated across top U.S. universities Monday. The war began Oct. 7 with a deadly raid by Hamas militants into Israel, and Israel's response in Hamas-controlled Gaza. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Opening arguments are set to start Monday at the New York trial of Donald Trump, who is accused of scheming to hide hush money payments to cover up alleged extramarital affairs just ahead of his successful 2016 presidential campaign. Trump denies the charges. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---opening-statements-set-to-start-monday-at-trump-s-new-york-criminal-trial/7580051.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---opening-statements-set-to-start-monday-at-trump-s-new-york-criminal-trial/7580051.html Mon, 22 Apr 2024 17:36:09 +0200 VOA Opening arguments are set to start Monday at the New York trial of Donald Trump, who is accused of scheming to hide hush money payments to cover up alleged extramarital affairs just ahead of his successful 2016 presidential campaign. Trump denies the charges. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The United States “was not involved in any offensive operation,” U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said about a reported Israeli attack in Iran. The apparent strike comes days after Iran fired drones and missiles at Israel in retaliation for Israel’s attack on the Iranian Embassy in Syria. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-us-not-involved-in-israeli-strikes/7577063.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-us-not-involved-in-israeli-strikes/7577063.html Fri, 19 Apr 2024 18:39:16 +0200 VOA The United States “was not involved in any offensive operation,” U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said about a reported Israeli attack in Iran. The apparent strike comes days after Iran fired drones and missiles at Israel in retaliation for Israel’s attack on the Iranian Embassy in Syria. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The Biden administration reimposed oil sanctions on Venezuela in response to what the U.S. calls President Nicolas Maduro's failure to deliver on election promises. Maduro dismissed the oil sanctions saying Venezuela's economy can survive on its own. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-reimposes-oil-sanctions-on-venezuela/7575436.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-reimposes-oil-sanctions-on-venezuela/7575436.html Thu, 18 Apr 2024 17:56:26 +0200 VOA The Biden administration reimposed oil sanctions on Venezuela in response to what the U.S. calls President Nicolas Maduro's failure to deliver on election promises. Maduro dismissed the oil sanctions saying Venezuela's economy can survive on its own. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Public confidence in the U.S. government, judiciary and military has plummeted, placing the country behind most other Group of Seven leading industrialized nations, according to a new Gallup analysis. Approximately 68% of Americans lack confidence in their national government. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---ukrainian-officials-say-deadly-russian-missile-attack-hits-chernihiv/7573948.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---ukrainian-officials-say-deadly-russian-missile-attack-hits-chernihiv/7573948.html Wed, 17 Apr 2024 18:58:56 +0200 VOA Public confidence in the U.S. government, judiciary and military has plummeted, placing the country behind most other Group of Seven leading industrialized nations, according to a new Gallup analysis. Approximately 68% of Americans lack confidence in their national government. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The U.S. House of Representatives will consider aid to Israel and Ukraine as separate bills this week, Republican Speaker Mike Johnson said on Monday. A total of four bills would also include aid to Taiwan, U.S. allies in the Indo-Pacific and U.S. national security priorities. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-house-to-consider-aid-to-israel-and-ukraine-as-separate-bills-this-week/7572389.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-house-to-consider-aid-to-israel-and-ukraine-as-separate-bills-this-week/7572389.html Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:21:15 +0200 VOA The U.S. House of Representatives will consider aid to Israel and Ukraine as separate bills this week, Republican Speaker Mike Johnson said on Monday. A total of four bills would also include aid to Taiwan, U.S. allies in the Indo-Pacific and U.S. national security priorities. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull The more than 300 missiles and drones, mostly launched from inside Iran, caused only modest damage in Israel as most were shot down with the help of the U.S., the UK and Jordan. Top officials in Washington are attempting to avoid a widening war in the Middle East. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---top-officials-in-washington-attempting-to-avoid-widening-war-in-the-middle-east/7570859.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---top-officials-in-washington-attempting-to-avoid-widening-war-in-the-middle-east/7570859.html Mon, 15 Apr 2024 19:25:09 +0200 VOA The more than 300 missiles and drones, mostly launched from inside Iran, caused only modest damage in Israel as most were shot down with the help of the U.S., the UK and Jordan. Top officials in Washington are attempting to avoid a widening war in the Middle East. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. defense commitments to Japan and to the Philippines are ironclad, President Joe Biden said Thursday at the trilateral summit with Japanese and Philippines leaders in Washington. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-u-s-defense-commitments-to-japan-and-philippines-ironclad-/7567698.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-u-s-defense-commitments-to-japan-and-philippines-ironclad-/7567698.html Fri, 12 Apr 2024 18:34:03 +0200 VOA U.S. defense commitments to Japan and to the Philippines are ironclad, President Joe Biden said Thursday at the trilateral summit with Japanese and Philippines leaders in Washington. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden welcomed visiting Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the White House Tuesday evening ahead of Wednesday's official visit and formal state dinner. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-president-joe-biden-welcomes-japanese-pm-fumio-kishida-for-official-state-visit/7564638.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---us-president-joe-biden-welcomes-japanese-pm-fumio-kishida-for-official-state-visit/7564638.html Wed, 10 Apr 2024 19:21:14 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden welcomed visiting Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the White House Tuesday evening ahead of Wednesday's official visit and formal state dinner. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Millions of Americans looked to the sky on Monday to see a rare total eclipse. The eclipse -- nicknamed the Great American Eclipse for its long path over North America -- was visible in the sky over parts of Mexico, 15 U.S. states and eastern Canada. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---millions-of-americans-watched-total-solar-eclipse-over-us/7563045.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---millions-of-americans-watched-total-solar-eclipse-over-us/7563045.html Tue, 09 Apr 2024 19:31:37 +0200 VOA Millions of Americans looked to the sky on Monday to see a rare total eclipse. The eclipse -- nicknamed the Great American Eclipse for its long path over North America -- was visible in the sky over parts of Mexico, 15 U.S. states and eastern Canada. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned on Monday in Beijing that the United States would not accept new industries being decimated by subsidized Chinese imports in the same way that the U.S. steel sector was crushed a decade ago. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---yellen-says-us-will-not-accept-chinese-imports-decimating-new-industries/7561362.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---yellen-says-us-will-not-accept-chinese-imports-decimating-new-industries/7561362.html Mon, 08 Apr 2024 18:16:07 +0200 VOA U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned on Monday in Beijing that the United States would not accept new industries being decimated by subsidized Chinese imports in the same way that the U.S. steel sector was crushed a decade ago. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Weather forecasters at Colorado State University predict an "extremely active" 2024 Atlantic hurricane season with 23 named storms, including 11 hurricanes. An average season produces 14 named storms with seven hurricanes. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---23-storms-predicted-for-extremely-active-atlantic-hurricane-season/7558412.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---23-storms-predicted-for-extremely-active-atlantic-hurricane-season/7558412.html Fri, 05 Apr 2024 18:09:31 +0200 VOA Weather forecasters at Colorado State University predict an "extremely active" 2024 Atlantic hurricane season with 23 named storms, including 11 hurricanes. An average season produces 14 named storms with seven hurricanes. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull California authorities say thieves may have stolen as much as $30 million from a money storage facility in the Los Angeles area. They say the heist happened on Easter Sunday and is believed to be one of the biggest thefts in the city’s history. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---thieves-may-have-stolen-as-much-as-30-million-in-california/7556713.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---thieves-may-have-stolen-as-much-as-30-million-in-california/7556713.html Thu, 04 Apr 2024 17:22:18 +0200 VOA California authorities say thieves may have stolen as much as $30 million from a money storage facility in the Los Angeles area. They say the heist happened on Easter Sunday and is believed to be one of the biggest thefts in the city’s history. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Former U.S. president Donald Trump has posted a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case, preventing the state from seizing his assets. Trump is appealing a verdict that found him liable for fraudulently inflating his net worth to get better loan and insurance terms. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-posts-175-million-bond-in-civil-fraud-case-averting-asset-seizures/7553514.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---trump-posts-175-million-bond-in-civil-fraud-case-averting-asset-seizures/7553514.html Tue, 02 Apr 2024 17:52:35 +0200 VOA Former U.S. president Donald Trump has posted a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case, preventing the state from seizing his assets. Trump is appealing a verdict that found him liable for fraudulently inflating his net worth to get better loan and insurance terms. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Americans are preparing for a total solar eclipse on April 8th. Day will briefly turn to night as the moon positions itself between the sun and Earth, temporarily blocking the sunlight. Totality is expected to last four minutes and 28 seconds in some places. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---americans-preparing-for-total-solar-eclipse/7552025.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---americans-preparing-for-total-solar-eclipse/7552025.html Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:36:00 +0200 VOA Americans are preparing for a total solar eclipse on April 8th. Day will briefly turn to night as the moon positions itself between the sun and Earth, temporarily blocking the sunlight. Totality is expected to last four minutes and 28 seconds in some places. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Friday marks one year since Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, was arrested in Russia on suspicion of espionage. Gershkovich, the Journal and the U.S. government all deny he is a spy. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wsj-reporter-marks-one-year-in-russian-prison/7549014.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---wsj-reporter-marks-one-year-in-russian-prison/7549014.html Fri, 29 Mar 2024 18:48:31 +0200 VOA Friday marks one year since Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, was arrested in Russia on suspicion of espionage. Gershkovich, the Journal and the U.S. government all deny he is a spy. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull At least four people were killed and five were hurt in a stabbing spree in northern Illinois on Wednesday, authorities said. A suspect is in police custody. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---four-killed-five-injured-in-illinois-stabbing-spree/7547337.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---four-killed-five-injured-in-illinois-stabbing-spree/7547337.html Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:56:31 +0200 VOA At least four people were killed and five were hurt in a stabbing spree in northern Illinois on Wednesday, authorities said. A suspect is in police custody. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Six workers missing after Tuesday’s collapse of a major bridge in the eastern U.S. city of Baltimore are presumed dead. The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed when a cargo ship lost its power and crashed into one of the bridge’s support columns. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---six-workers-missing-after-baltimore-bridge-collapse-presumed-dead/7545864.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---six-workers-missing-after-baltimore-bridge-collapse-presumed-dead/7545864.html Wed, 27 Mar 2024 18:55:06 +0200 VOA Six workers missing after Tuesday’s collapse of a major bridge in the eastern U.S. city of Baltimore are presumed dead. The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed when a cargo ship lost its power and crashed into one of the bridge’s support columns. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull A major bridge collapsed in the U.S. city of Baltimore in the early hours of Tuesday after being struck by a container ship, plunging cars and as many as 20 people into the chilly river below. Shipping in and out of the port of Baltimore has been suspended. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---container-ship-crashes-into-baltimore-bridge-/7543252.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---container-ship-crashes-into-baltimore-bridge-/7543252.html Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:02:36 +0200 VOA A major bridge collapsed in the U.S. city of Baltimore in the early hours of Tuesday after being struck by a container ship, plunging cars and as many as 20 people into the chilly river below. Shipping in and out of the port of Baltimore has been suspended. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull Comedian Kevin Hart was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday. Celebrities and prominent comedians filed into the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to pay tribute to Hart. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---comedian-kevin-hart-awarded-mark-twain-prize-for-american-humor/7541728.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---comedian-kevin-hart-awarded-mark-twain-prize-for-american-humor/7541728.html Mon, 25 Mar 2024 18:04:27 +0200 VOA Comedian Kevin Hart was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday. Celebrities and prominent comedians filed into the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to pay tribute to Hart. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv as part of efforts to secure a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-in-israel-to-push-for-gaza-cease-fire/7538605.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-in-israel-to-push-for-gaza-cease-fire/7538605.html Fri, 22 Mar 2024 17:49:36 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv as part of efforts to secure a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was in Egypt for talks Thursday focused on efforts to secure a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war, gain release of hostages held in Gaza and move more humanitarian aid into Gaza. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-in-egypt-for-talks-on-gaza-cease-fire-humanitarian-aid/7537064.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---blinken-in-egypt-for-talks-on-gaza-cease-fire-humanitarian-aid/7537064.html Thu, 21 Mar 2024 17:35:28 +0200 VOA U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was in Egypt for talks Thursday focused on efforts to secure a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war, gain release of hostages held in Gaza and move more humanitarian aid into Gaza. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull A federal appeals court late Tuesday issued an order that again prevents Texas from arresting migrants suspected of entering the U.S. illegally, hours after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the strict new immigration law to take effect. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---court-puts-texas-border-enforcement-law-back-on-hold/7535547.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---court-puts-texas-border-enforcement-law-back-on-hold/7535547.html Wed, 20 Mar 2024 18:24:07 +0200 VOA A federal appeals court late Tuesday issued an order that again prevents Texas from arresting migrants suspected of entering the U.S. illegally, hours after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the strict new immigration law to take effect. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday that “the United States will not let Ukraine fail.” Austin addressed about 50 defense leaders from Europe and around the world at a meeting of the Ukraine Contact Group in Germany. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---austin-united-states-will-not-let-ukraine-fail/7533943.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---austin-united-states-will-not-let-ukraine-fail/7533943.html Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:52:29 +0200 VOA U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday that “the United States will not let Ukraine fail.” Austin addressed about 50 defense leaders from Europe and around the world at a meeting of the Ukraine Contact Group in Germany. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull At least two people died in a fierce storm system that unleashed suspected tornadoes and damaged homes and businesses in parts of Ohio and Kentucky on Thursday. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america-----at-least-two-people-died-in-ohio-storm/7529333.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america-----at-least-two-people-died-in-ohio-storm/7529333.html Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:36:37 +0200 VOA At least two people died in a fierce storm system that unleashed suspected tornadoes and damaged homes and businesses in parts of Ohio and Kentucky on Thursday. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken-said-israel-must-make-welfare-of-palestinian-civilians-job-number-one-/7527798.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america--u-s-secretary-of-state-antony-blinken-said-israel-must-make-welfare-of-palestinian-civilians-job-number-one-/7527798.html Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:06:58 +0200 VOA 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull U.S. President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump became the presumptive presidential nominees of their political parties Tuesday night when they secured the delegates needed for their nomination. https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-trump-become-presumptive-presidential-nominees/7526157.html https://www.voandebele.com/a/voa60-america---biden-trump-become-presumptive-presidential-nominees/7526157.html Wed, 13 Mar 2024 18:58:22 +0200 VOA U.S. President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump became the presumptive presidential nominees of their political parties Tuesday night when they secured the delegates needed for their nomination. 00:01:00 https://gdb.voanews.com/67f49c17-9fb9-4a7b-b20d-f174af8da65e.jpgfull