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Prime Minister Janša is intensifying pressure on Slovenia's independent media, raising concerns from the European Union

Louisiana State Rep. Stephanie Hilferty (R) discussed how schools and curriculum should address difficult topics, such as slavery, after an exchange with another lawmaker on the topic went viral.

Through his first 100 days in office, U.S. President Joe Biden has preserved many key aspects of his predecessor Donald Trump's tougher approach toward China. Some U.S. allies in Asia, though, are still deciding whether to join Washington's effort to counter Beijing, as VOA's Bill Gallo reports from Seoul.

Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou expressed gratitude to China for its support in the country's battle against COVID-19, adding that he looks forward to the deepening bilateral cooperation between the two sides in the health sector.

The COVID-19 vaccine made by China's Sinopharm is proving effective against coronavirus variants, and the company will tackle production capacity challenges to meet global demand, chairman of Sinopharm's China National Biotec Group (CNBG) said Monday.

Severe thunderstorms in Texas spawned downpours of large hail, leaving holes in car windows and damaging homes.

NYC's Metropolitan Transportation Authority Chairman and CEO Pat Foye discusses why he believes President Biden's infrastructure plan is beneficial to the economy and environment.

The developers of Legoland New York Resort say they are on schedule to open this summer, a year later than initially planned, due to the pandemic. (April 28)

Lapovo (Serbia) (AFP) – The Old Hill horse sanctuary in Serbia provides shelter for abused and abandoned horses and other animals. However, it lacks funding and runs thanks to the enthusiasm of a handful of volunteers as well as solidarity from the local community.

Artist Deirdre Freeman has hung more than 120 works of art featuring hearts on telephone poles in her California city in hopes of spreading some much-needed love to as many people as possible. (April 29)

Indian Point will permanently stop producing nuclear power Friday, unplugging a key source of electricity for nearby New York City that opponents warn is a threat to millions living in the surrounding, densely packed metropolitan region. (April 29)

Militias fighting Islamic extremists in northern Burkina Faso are turning to traditional spiritual practices for protection. (April 29)