President Obama's Message to the People of Sudan and South Sudan
In a video message to the people of Sudan and South Sudan, President Obama calls for an end to violence between the two nations and a return to negotiations to settle differences.
Amb. Smith on Women's History Month
Ambassador James B. Smith discusses Rosa Parks and Women's History Month.
Clinton has launched the Women’s World Cup Initiative
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton has launched the Women’s World Cup Initiative, which “brings together international exchanges and sports to empower women and girls” around the world, according to a State Department press release.
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How Sustainable Is Your Fish?
Some fish that are your favorites might have been overfished, leaving their numbers severely depleted. Atlantic bluefin tuna, Chilean sea bass and grouper are just some of the species that need to recover.
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Snapshot: Air Pollution Fouls Oceans
Air pollution doesn’t just pollute the air we breathe; it fouls the oceans as well. Carbon dioxide is absorbed by the oceans. This makes seawater more acidic, and the change in ocean chemistry affects marine life and animals on land.
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Snapshot: Saving Oceans — and the Planet
Kids around the world are getting involved in coastal cleanup efforts to help save oceans and protect marine life. Conservation groups say everyone can contribute to these efforts, even people who don’t live in coastal areas. Can you suggest ways for your community to help preserve the marine environment?
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Aboriginal Art Makes Impression in America
Australian radio host and cultural exchange participant Craig Huth presented art from the Biripi and Worimi peoples of Taree, New South Wales, Australia, as gifts to the United States. Among the gifts were a painting depicting the local legend of the Three Brothers and two handcrafted boomerangs.