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December 03, 2014
Rehabilitation for Syrian Children Traumatized by War

Dr. Amer Shafik runs a short-term rehabilitation program designed mostly for children who are suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of the war
November 13, 2014
Syrian Refugees Complain About Conditions at Jordanian Camp

Jordan is currently hosting 620,000 registered Syrian refugees, mostly in urban areas
October 27, 2014
Christian Iraqis Find Refuge in Jordanian Church

Group of more than 3,000 from Qaraqosh, Mosul were some of last to leave area known for being home of one of oldest Christian communities in the world
October 27, 2014
Christian Iraqis Find Refuge in Jordanian Church

More than 3,000 Iraqi Christians have sought refuge from the fighting in their country in churches in Jordan. And Caritas, an aid group affiliated with the Catholic Church says it expects more than 1,000 more to arrive in the coming days. Unlike the Muslim refugees who have taken shelter in UN-organized camps around the country, the Christians have sought safe haven among membersof their faith.
August 19, 2014
New York Buskers Getting Arrested Despite MTA Law

The arrests of public performers, or buskers, in New York City have increased drastically from just a year ago. This is a result of new city police commissioner William Bratton’s “broken windows” policing strategy that assumes targeting low-level crimes will deter more serious crimes. VOA Persian reporter Tala Hadavi met with a couple of buskers to find out more.
July 02, 2014
Record Number New Yorkers Watching World Cup

Despite serious attempts to grow the tepid interest in the United States of soccer -- or football, as it is known internationally -- and its marquee event, the World Cup, the sport may have a long way to go before it becomes a so-called “religion” in the U.S. Still, record numbers of attendees have flocked to public viewings around the country. Tala Hadavi visited Bryant Park for VOA to get an idea of the soccer fever that has gripped New York City.
January 17, 2014
Michelle Obama Celebrates Birthday, Fashion Milestone

First lady turned 50 on Friday and her 2013 inaugural gown went on display this week at the Smithsonian
October 31, 2013
Washington DC Halloween Race Features High Heels, Drag Queens

Race participants say 27-year-old event is not only fun, but it also provides an outlet for artistic expression
October 28, 2013
Young Washingtonian Makes DC Smile

Massoud Adipour says making Monday commuters smile has had a big impact on his own life
October 24, 2013
Medical Marijuana Legal in US Capital

Despite federal law banning pot, approved patients can access it legally in Washington DC, the seat of the US government
July 31, 2013
Marian House Helps Women Move from Dependence to Independence

For many homeless women with substance abuse problems Baltimore organization has become their last chance at a new life
July 30, 2013
Marian House Graduate Gives Back to Community

Monica Scott's experience is among success stories of Baltimore organization that helps desperate women turn their lives around
November 08, 2012
Social Media Aids Communications During Storm Crisis

Social Media is playing a large role in the recovery of the biggest storm to hit the northeast. Tala Hadavi reports from the hard hit New Jersey shore.
November 07, 2012
New Jersey Residents Prepare for Another Storm

People in Brick, New Jersey are facing another potential disaster - coming so soon after highly destructive superstorm Sandy
August 08, 2012
For Freed Inmate, Painful Memories of Life on Death Row

Shujaa Graham was finally acquitted of the murder after a fourth trial, his mission since has been to raise awareness about wrongful conviction
April 02, 2012
Seven Years After Katrina, New Orleans Still Struggles to Rebuild

While storm's effects remain evident, there also are some striking improvements
March 27, 2012
Louisiana Oystermen Still Struggling Two Years After Oil Spill

Of all local businesses affected by BP spill, Louisiana's once-flourishing oyster industry is probably in the worst condition
December 22, 2011
Journalist Overcomes Cancer to Realize Dream

Iranian American Arash Markazi now working as a sports writer for sports television network, ESPN
December 20, 2011
High School Dropout Hits It Big on the Internet

Mazyar Kazerooni started his first Internet company while he was still in high school
October 07, 2011
Michele Obama Promotes Fitness on White House Lawn

On a recent sunny afternoon, first lady Michelle Obama hosted the US Women's National Soccer Team, group of local children

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