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The Inside Story - Closing Arguments | 168

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 16:09
We are just days away from election day in America. Polls are still unable to project a leading candidate, and the candidates are continuing to campaign, making their final case to the voters. This week on "The Inside Story: USA Votes '24 - Closing Arguments."

Accused of interference in Georgia, Russia pumps up anti-US propaganda 

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 16:09
Russia targeted Georgians with disinformation narratives, including allegations of Western ‘neo-colonialism,’ conspiracy theories about US-trained snipers targeting protesters, Georgia's president says

Why do Maine and Nebraska split their electoral votes?

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 15:34
Two U.S. states have an Electoral College practice that could impact the upcoming election and explain why Democrats and Republicans have focused on campaigning in Maine and Nebraska. VOA explores why.

The Inside Story - Closing Arguments | 168 TRANSCRIPT

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 15:21
Transcript: The Inside Story: USA Votes 2024: Closing Arguments Episode 168 – October 31, 3024   Show Open:   Unidentified Narrator:     This week on The Inside Story    With the election just days away, the presidential candidates make their final case to voters with control of the white house and both houses of congress at stake.    Now on The Inside Story… Closing Arguments      The Inside Story:   KATHERINE GYPSON, VOA...

Border Crossings: Sabrina Monique

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 13:55
NYC-based pop artist and American Idol alum Sabrina Monique, who's stepping into a new era of her journey has released her new album, 'It's Not Me, It's You.”  Characterized by struggle and resilience, Sabrina's story echoes the experiences of many women navigating the complexities of the music industry. 'It's Not Me, It's You' is the distillation of Sabrina's lived experiences, a defiant dance-pop journey that captures the spirit of liberation and self-discovery. The album weaves the...

Hundreds in Turkey protest arrest, ouster of opposition mayor

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 13:46
Ahmet Ozer, mayor of Istanbul's Esenyurt district, was removed from office for his alleged links to a banned Kurdish militant group

Hungary's Orban finds key ally in Georgia amid Western concerns

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 13:44
Viktor Orban's endorsement of the Georgian Dream party's electoral victory underscores a growing alignment between Hungary and Georgia

Border Crossings: Mark Bryan

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 13:32
2x GRAMMY® Award-winning, Multi-Platinum-certified songwriter and lead guitarist of Hootie & The Blowfish for more than three decades – flaunts his myriad musical gifts with his fifth and finest solo album, Popped. A free-spirited and free-wheeling collection spanning rootsy Americana and folk ballads, to Caribbean-flavored pop, doo wop, and full-on heavy rockers, the album serves as a captivatingly confident display for the Charleston, SC-based artist’s well-traveled muse, rich with...

By immigrants, for immigrants: 'Documented' covers immigration through a personal lens

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 13:17
In New York City, a media outlet run by immigrants for immigrants uses messaging apps to engage with communities on elections, crime and local issues. Liam Scott and Cristina Caicedo Smit have the story, narrated by Caicedo Smit. Tina Trinh contributed.

October 31, 2024

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 12:39
A look at the best news photos from around the world.

Kenyan court lifts orders blocking swearing-in of deputy president nominee

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 12:37
Move paving way for installation of Kithuri Kindiki is blow to former DP Rigathi Gachagua after he was recently impeached and removed

Moroccan authorities detain human rights activist who accused government of 'blackmailing' France

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 11:40
Fouad Abdelmoumni in Casablanca is under investigation on suspicion of disseminating false information and accusing others of crimes on social media

Musk a no show at start of court hearing on $1 million voter giveaway

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 10:53
Some legal experts have said the billionaire entrepreneur’s giveaway could potentially violate federal laws against paying people to vote or register to vote

Analysts see Iran's deterrence vis-a-vis Israel weakened

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 10:36
With Iran’s air defenses and regional proxies hit, analysts believe it is now more vulnerable to potential Israeli strikes

Chinese online retailer Temu faces EU probe into rogue traders, illegal goods

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 09:44
LONDON — The European Union is investigating Chinese online retailer Temu over suspicions it's failing to prevent the sale of illegal products, the 27-nation bloc's executive arm said on Thursday. The European Commission opened its investigation five months after adding Temu to the list of "very large online platforms" needing the strictest level of scrutiny under the bloc's Digital Services Act. It's a wide-ranging rulebook designed to clean up online platforms and keep internet users...

Pakistan says China's remarks on safety of its citizens 'perplexing'

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 09:34
Foreign ministry spokesperson was responding to a rare public warning from the Chinese ambassador to the country who urged Islamabad to take action against militants responsible for several deadly attacks on Chinese workers

IMF: Mideast conflicts to leave 'lasting scars'

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 08:57
IMF lowers predicted growth for Middle East and North Africa to 2.1 percent for 2024, a drop of 0.6 percent

Fourth mass coral bleaching prompts UN emergency session at Colombia biodiversity summit

Voice of America’s immigration news - October 31, 2024 - 07:21
Research shows 77% of world’s reefs are affected by bleaching

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