Ariadne Budianto

Washington-Area Mosque Provides Halal Meals for Senior Citizens

Food insecurity has become a growing problem in America

Tackling the World's Sanitation Problem One Toilet at a Time

While studying in college, Jasmine Burton discovered that one-third of the world's people don't have access to proper toilets. Burton decided to try to solve the problem. Ariadne Budianto reports.

Tackling the World's Sanitation Problem One Toilet at a Time

While studying in college, Jasmine Burton discovered that one-third of the world's people don't have access to proper toilets. Burton decided to try to solve the problem. Ariadne Budianto reports.

US Quilters Incorporate Indonesian Designs into Ancient Craft

US Quilters Incorporate Indonesian Designs into Ancient Craft

In the northwest state of Oregon quilting remains vital by incorporating all kinds of new styles and fabrics - some of them from Indonesia

Kitten Lounge Offers Play Time with Kittens and Hopefully Adoptions

Kitten Lounge Offers Play Time with Kittens and Hopefully Adoptions

If you have an extra 20 bucks you could spend it on a kitten or two. You can do just that at places in California or Washington, D.C. called the Kitten Lounge, and if you fall in love with one of these little furballs, well you can take one home

Stadium Boosts Home Team Hopes

The newest stadium in U.S. Major League Soccer officially opens Saturday, when DC United, the home team for the nation's capital, hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps FC. The $400 million Audi Field is generating excitement for the DC United fans, who hope the new venue will invigorate the team's performance and bring in more spectators. Ariadne Budianto has more in this report.

Restaurant Provides a Taste of Home during Ramadan in America

Restaurants are getting into the religious spirit by offering a special menu for iftar when Muslims around the world break their fasts after sunset. Though many of followers of the Islamic faith prefer to eat at home with their family, there are times they go out together, or with friends, for iftar. VOA's Ariane Budianto narrates this report by Virginia Gunawan the Washington suburb of Fairfax, Virginia.

Marvel's Muslim Teen Girl Superhero Challenges Stereotypes

Marvel graphic novel awarded the highest prize in fantasy and science-fiction literature.

Muslim Superhero Series Highlights Immigrant Experience in America

Alongside Spider-Man, the Hulk, Captain America, Black Widow and the other superheroes of the Marvel Universe is Ms. Marvel...a young shape-shifting crusader for today's diverse American society. Ariadne Budianto has more on the first Muslim superhero to have her own dedicated series.

Islamic Store Making a Difference in Philadelphia

Philadelphia is one of the oldest cities in the United States and was once the nation’s capital. Now it’s the country’s seventh largest metropolitan area and boasts a diverse population, including a burgeoning Muslim community. To cater to some of that diversity, there’s a store that sells all things Islamic. Ariadne Budianto reports.

Maryland Farm Attracts Buyers Looking for Healthful Food

October is harvest season in the United States, the busiest time of year for farms across the country. VOA's Indonesian Service visited a small farm in Maryland, called Larriland Farm, a local favorite for its fresh produce and fall activities that has been around for more than 50 years. Rachel Saputro narrates this report.

An American Tradition: Buying a Tree for the Holidays

While artificial trees have grown in popularity, many Americans consider it tradition to visit tree farm to get fresh-cut, natural tree for holiday season

Fasting 5K Events for Children Take Off in US Cities

A group of around 30 people gathered on the National Mall, getting ready for a unique event which combines America’s favorite form of exercise with the teachings of Islam. Fasting 5K is an annual event held simultaneously in five American cities during Islam's holy month of Ramadan. The event, which takes place in Washington, Boston, New York, Houston and Huntington Beach, California, premiered last year, not long after the Boston Marathon bombing. Ariadne Budianto has more for VOA.

DC Area Islamic Charity Feeds the Poor for Ramadan

Every Thursday afternoon during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, hundreds of people flock to the Herndon High School, in Virginia. A hall has been converted into a market,and everything is free. It is “Food Boost”, an annual free food distribution run by the “Foundation for Appropriate and Immediate Temporary Help,” or FAITH. Ariadne Budianto reports for VOA that the grassroots organization was founded by members of the local Muslim community.

DC Area Islamic Charity Feeds Poor for Ramadan

Grassroots group called FAITH organizes annual free food distribution at Herndon High School in Virginia

Science Challenges Await at Top US High School

Cutting edge curriculum prepares elite students to think critically, solve problems

Program Provides Food, Farming Education to Urban Poor

In many US inner-city neighborhoods residents have few options for easy access to healthy foods, but Common Good City Farm is helping residents create their own nutrition oasis

New Tea Bar Opens in Manhattan

Owners hope to appeal to changing tastes of New Yorkers