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Chinese-built expressway reduces travel time between major cities in Uganda
Tourists and visitors traveling through Uganda's Entebbe International Airport can save time between their destinations thanks to the 51-kilometer Kampala-Entebbe Expressway that was constructed by Chinese contractors.
Princess Beatrice named baby in tribute to her grandmother
Princess Beatrice has named her daughter Sienna Elizabeth.
Harry Styles reveals the EXPLICIT meaning behind Watermelon Sugar
Pop star Harry Styles has revealed the real meaning behind 'Watermelon Sugar'.
Telemedicine Proves Its Worth During the Pandemic
The pandemic is changing how many of us access health care. In the United States and elsewhere, studies show that virtual medical appointments are effective, help patients manage their care and keep people out of hospitals. More from VOA's Carol Pearson.
UK to hold probe into police 'failures'
Manchester (United Kingdom) (AFP) – In a speech at the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester, British Home Secretary Priti Patel announces the launch of an inquiry "to know what systematic failures enabled his continued employment as a police officer" after former police officer Wayne Couzens was convicted for the rape and murder of Sarah Everard who he kidnapped in London.
River turns into raging torrent as Italy is hit by floods
Savona (Italy) (AFP) – Italy's northwestern Liguria region is hit by flooding and mudslides after heavy rain causes several rivers and streams to break their banks. The Letimbro river running through the coastal city of Savona turns into a torrent with muddy water and debris rapidly sweeping downstream.
Climate change threatens the Everglades, Florida’s gem
Everglades National Park (United States) (AFP) – Florida’s Everglades National Park, the largest wetland in the United States, is under threat from climate change and has become a battleground for one of the most sweeping ecological conservation efforts on Earth.
UK to hold probe into police ‘failures’
Manchester (United Kingdom) (AFP) – In a speech at the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester, British Home Secretary Priti Patel announces the launch of an inquiry “to know what systematic failures enabled his continued employment as a police officer” after former police officer Wayne Couzens was convicted for the rape and murder of Sarah Everard who he kidnapped in London. Patel also announces an expansion of drug testing and insists on measures to stop illegal immigration.
Supersonic Commercial Air Travel to Return by End of Decade
A major US airline recently partnered with an American aerospace company to bring back supersonic air travel that they say will be quieter, more sustainable and less expensive than in the past. VOA's Julie Taboh has more
California to Accept 5,000 Afghan Refugees
California is set to accept five thousand refugees from Afghanistan, and the state is getting prepared. Angelina Bagdasaryan has the story from Los Angeles, narrated by Anna Rice. Camera – Vazgen Varzhabetian.
