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Wednesday, 23 September 2009

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The U.S. city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is prepping to host the G20 summit, 24-25 September. Our G20 special report will show you how this former industrial city has become an example of ‘green’ innovation and what issues world leaders will tackle during the international economic summit. Also, don’t miss VOA correspondent Gary Thomas’ exclusive interview with CIA Director Leon Panetta on a variety of global issues. And, check out our special TV series on the Challenges of U.S. Health Care Reform.


US President Barack Obama speaks during Summit on Climate Change at United Nations in New York, 22 Sep 2009 Obama: Climate Change May Lead to 'Irreversible Catastrophe'
President Barack Obama says US is 'determined to act' and has put climate at top of diplomatic agenda with countries across regions


A supporter of Honduras' ousted President Manuel Zelaya runs during clash with riot police in front of Brazil embassy in Tegucigalpa, 22 Sep 2009 Honduran Security Breaks Up Pro-Zelaya Protests
Witnesses say police used tear gas to disperse thousands of ousted president Manuel Zelaya's supporters outside Brazilian embassy


General Stanley McChrystal (file photo) Report: Pentagon Urges Top US General in Afghanistan to Delay Call for Troops
'Wall Street Journal' quotes defense officials as saying Obama administration asked for delay to make sure US is 'using the right strategy' before looking into additional troops


John Key (File photo) New Zealand Special Forces Return to Afghanistan
Prime Minister John Key defends decision to send 70 soldiers to what he describes as 'historical hotbed of terrorism'


President Barack Obama delivers remarks in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington,about passage of the tobacco legislation, 12 Jun 2009 Obama to Host Israeli, Palestinian Leaders
All sides have been careful not to raise hopes about the meeting, which will take place on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly


Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad delivers his speech during a military parade ceremony, 22 Sep 2009 Ahmadinejad Warns Against Anti-Iran Aggression
President promises armed forces will resist all invaders, and cut off hands of anyone who tries to shoot at Iran


Heavy equipment is used to clear the makeshift camp known as the 'Jungle' after migrants were evacuated from the camp in Calais, 22 Sep 2009 France Dismantles Illegal Immigrant Camp Audio Clip Available
Minister Eric Besson says camp in Calais became hub for human traffickers and a place where people were exploited


The technique is harsh, even when simulated. Some say it is torture, others [say it is] necessary in the war on terror. It is called waterboarding and it feels like drowning. Justice Department Probe of CIA Interrogations Fuels Debate Video clip available
Most Democrats back investigation, while most Republicans oppose it


G20 summit logo G20 Reforms Could Help Boost Revenue Collection in Developing World Audio Clip Available
Proposals include efforts to close loopholes that allow some companies and investors to avoid taxation


'Magnificent Desolation 'Magnificent Desolation' Recounts Astronaut Aldrin's Struggles Audio Clip Available
Buzz Aldrin along with Neil Armstrong were first men to land on moon 40 years ago; he says hardest part for him was returning to earth