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On Assignment 19 October

Published October 19, 2012

Segments: Afghan Resort Struggles to Recover from June Attack 0: 53, Indian Girls Rising Up Against Child Marriage 5:58, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez Wins Re-Election Bid 11:27, New York Romas Enrich City's Culture 16:16, Kenya Flip-Flor Recycling 20:38

On Assignment

"On Assignment" is a weekly behind-the-scenes look at the VOA reporters and producers reporting the news from around the world.

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Broadcast every Friday, On Assignment showcases the best of VOA reporting across the globe, giving front-line journalists the chance to share their experiences from the field, including some of the most challenging and dangerous trouble spots in the world. Each week, hosts Imran Siddiqui and Alex Villarreal give viewers a backstage pass to meet our reporters in the field and hear the stories behind the headlines.

 

 

On Assignment This Week:

 

"The Biggest World’s Slum"

"Food for the Inner City"

"Opposition to Homosexuality Remains High in Russia"

"North Korea’s Threats Ease, but Tensions Remain"

 

 

 

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On Assignment can be viewed on satellite at the following times:

Friday: 1800-1830 UTC – 340 Channel (LatAm, Asiasat, Afsat, IOR, Eutelsat 340)
Saturday: 1200-1230 UTC - 340 Channel (Asiasat, EU 240, IOR, AF) 1600 -1630 UTC - 340 Channel (Newskies, IOR, Afsat, Eutelsat 340)
Sunday: 1200-1230 UTC - all satellites, 1600-1630 UTC - all satellites
 

On Assignment is free to television affiliates. If you're interested in carrying it, contact Doug Boynton, Director of the Office of Marketing and Program Placement, at dboynton@bbg.gov, or +1.202.203.4165.


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