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September 22, 2015
As Hispanic Americans Leave Catholicism, Church Looks to Pope for Guidance

VOA visits St. Elizabeth's church in New York city to find out how Pope Francis has impacted their community, faith
September 22, 2015
As Hispanic Americans Leave Catholicism, Church Looks to Pope for Guidance

Nearly one-third of American Catholics are Hispanic, according to a new Pew Research Center study. But the report says Hispanics are also leaving the faith at a high rate. In 2010, 67 percent of Hispanic Americans identified as Catholic, but in 2013 that figure dropped to 55 percent. As New York City readies for Pope Francis’ visit, Daniela Schrier visits a predominantly Hispanic church that is following the pontiff's method for keeping the faithful committed to their religion.
August 11, 2015
Kerry: Congressional Approval of Iran Nuclear Deal Means Security for Future

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry continues his campaign to sell the Iran nuclear deal in the weeks leading up to a congressional vote in September. Speaking to reporters Tuesday at Thomson Reuters headquarters in New York, he warned that the U.S. would not be able to stop its allies from doing business with Iran if Congress rejected the deal. VOA's Daniela Schrier reports.
August 06, 2015
Iconic Daily Show Host Signs Off

Jon Stewart, host of The Daily Show, always said he was 'just a comedian.' But his 17-year run has proven that 'just a comedian' can change the world. In 2010, he very publicly pushed Congress to put aside billions of dollars that helped the first responders of 9-11 get medical care. Later, Stewart quietly established a program to help veterans from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan get into the TV business. He also made us laugh, a lot. VOA's Daniela Schrier has more on his legacy and his la
July 07, 2015
New York Craft Distillers Embrace New Laws

Relaxing age-old rules, state made it legal for small-scale distillers to not only operate but also to self-distribute and have tasting rooms
July 07, 2015
New York Craft Distillers Embrace New Laws

Now local distillers have set up shop in New York City creating innovative spirits with locally farmed ingredients. Daniela Schrier visited two Brooklyn-based distilleries whose spirits are gaining fans far beyond city limits.
April 22, 2015
US Businesses See Cuba as New Frontier

The Obama administration's opening toward Cuba is giving U.S. companies hope they'll be able to do business in Cuba despite the continuation of the U.S. economic embargo against the communist nation. Some American companies have been able to export some products to Cuba, but the recent lifting of Cuba's terrorism designation could relax other restrictions. As VOA's Daniela Schrier reports, corporate heavy hitters are lining up to head across the Florida Straits - though experts urge caution.
April 21, 2015
CPJ Names 10 Most Repressive Nations for Media

Committee to Protect Journalists places Eritrea, North Korea, China atop list for harassing, imprisoning journalists, as well as censoring Internet to silence reporters
April 21, 2015
CPJ Names 10 Most Restrictive Nations for Media

The Committee to Protect Journalists has listed the 10 countries where the news media are the most restricted. Led by Eritrea and North Korea, the CPJ report released Tuesday says these countries harass and imprison journalists as well as censor the Internet to keep reporters quiet. VOA's Daniela Schrier has the details.
April 14, 2015
Advocates Rally for US Gender Pay Parity, New Legislation

Equal-pay legislation has consistently stalled at the federal level, so some state lawmakers are acting on their own
April 14, 2015
Advocates Rally for Gender Pay Parity, New Legislation

In 1963, Congress passed the Equal Pay Act, but more than 50 years later, gender pay inequality still continues. On Tuesday, Equal Pay Day, advocates and supporters in New York gathered to call for action. VOA's Daniela Schrier reports.
April 02, 2015
NY Auto Show Reflects Tech-Savvy Drivers' Demands

Every year, auto manufacturers from around the world descend on New York to show off their latest and greatest cars. This year’s show at the Javits Center reflected the tech-savvy nature of today’s driver, with many new features related to connectivity, smartphone controls and computerized safety functionality. VOA's Daniela Schrier reports.
March 31, 2015
Report: State of Black America a 'Tale of Two Nations'

National Urban League reports that under an equality index blacks had only 72 percent parity compared to whites
March 31, 2015
Report: State of Black America a 'Tale of Two Nations'

The National Urban League has described this year's "State of Black America" report as a "tale of two nations." The group's annual report, released earlier this month (March), found that under an equality index African Americans had only 72% parity compared to whites in areas such as education, economics, health, social justice and civic engagement. It’s a gap that educators and students at Brooklyn’s Medgar Evers College are looking to close. VOA's Daniela Schrier reports from the school.
March 17, 2015
New York Offers Perks to Keep Garment Industry in City

Big Apple providing economic incentives to encourage more manufacturing in the city and entice emerging designers to take root there
February 06, 2015
More US Cities Offering IDs to Undocumented Immigrants

New York's card, for instance, lets a resident open bank account, enroll child in school, enter hospital — all actions that require valid photo ID
February 06, 2015
More US Cities Offering IDs to Undocumented Immigrants

Immigration reform is a hotly debated issue in Washington, but many U.S. cities aren't waiting for the federal government to determine how to deal who with those who entered the country illegally. Daniela Schrier reports on New York’s newly unveiled municipal ID cards that are available to all city residents — including undocumented immigrants.
January 29, 2015
Super Bowl Ads Compete for Eyes on TV, Web

A 30-second ad in this year’s Super Bowl costs a whopping $4.5 million
December 03, 2014
Navajo Jewelry Shines in New York City

Yazzie family has been making contemporary Navajo jewelry for decades and now their work is being celebrated in a NY museum
December 03, 2014
Navajo Jewelry Shines in New York City

Turquoise, coral, opal and silver are tools in the hands of master Navajo jewelers. The Yazzie family has been making contemporary Navajo jewelry for decades and now their work is being celebrated in a museum in New York. VOA's Daniela Schrier gives us a look at the exhibition, which comes as President Obama opens the 2014 White House Tribal Nations Conference in Washington.

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