Creators say the boat is the world’s first self-sufficient, zero-emissions vessel
Every December 31, New Yorkers and tourists alike flock to the Big Apple’s Times Square for the New Year's Eve celebration. Elena Wolf had a look at how the city prepares for the big event in this story narrated by Anna Rice. VOA footage by Max Avloshenko and Elena Matusovsky.
Galina Zhalybina and her husband left Russia after the country invaded Ukraine. Like many Russian families, they crossed from Mexico into the U.S. and landed in New York City. Despite challenging conditions in their new home, Zhalybina says she is not planning to go back to Russia anytime soon.
A neighborhood in the New York City borough of Brooklyn is stunning visitors with its spectacular Christmas lights. The Dyker Heights neighborhood boasts some of the most over-the-top holiday displays. Elena Wolf takes us there in this story narrated by Anna Rice.
Brian Taylor uses donations to groom the pets of those who have hit hard economic times
One of Michael Richards' last works was a sculpture he made of himself, his body being pierced by dozens of small planes
Some kids had trouble with the pandemic switch to remote learning
A famed chess café in New York City called Chess Forum has survived the pandemic. Elena Wolf reports in this story narrated by Anna Rice. Camera: Max Avloshenko
It was over 30 years ago when Dan Kipnis started noticing the sea he grew on up on was changing fast
After a four-year hiatus in a longstanding American tradition, dogs Major and Champ now roam the premises, and a cat might be joining them
VOA chats with Russian chess grandmaster Garry Kasparov
Amid all the chaos, Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in Florida managed to stay afloat
According to Brookings Institution, concerns about personal safety are driving rising demand for guns
Stefanie Trilling’s project, called Children’s Books for Pandemics was her way of adapting to new reality
Iconic felines were recently given face masks as a symbol that everyone must do their part to keep everyone safe during COVID-19 pandemic
In a black-and-white video posted on social media platforms, clarinetist Anthony McGill called on musicians to #taketwoknees for Black lives
Despite unprecedented unemployment levels, few are willing to take on the risky job
New York takes the holiday season seriously, so fireworks never come alone, but are coupled with confetti and intricately decorated shop windows
One of New York’s most beloved museums – the Museum of Modern Art is reopening after months-long renovation. VOA’s Elena Wolf visited MoMA before it opens its doors. Anna Rice narrates her story.
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