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August 19, 2019
A Digital Setting For A Classical Violin Concert

Imagine listening to a violin concert in one of New York City’s majestic cathedrals or in the National Arboretum, surrounded by blooming magnolias. Now anyone can experience this exquisite scene with the use of VR glasses.
August 18, 2019
A Digital Setting for a Classical Violin Concert

Imagine listening to a violin concert in one of New York City’s majestic cathedrals or in the National Arboretum, surrounded by blooming magnolias. Now anyone can experience this exquisite scene with the use of VR glasses. A team of researchers from the University of Maryland at College Park came up with new immersive technologies that allow people from all over the world to experience performing arts without getting up from their couch. Nastassia Jaumen has the story.
August 02, 2019
An American Odyssey: Two Years In A Russian Jail

Gaylen Grandstaff is back at his Moscow home after spending two years in a Russian jail. His crime: buying a cleaning solvent from the Chinese company Alibaba that is illegal in Russia because it can also be used as a drug. Nastassia Jauman has his story.
August 02, 2019
An American Odyssey: Two Years In A Russian Jail

Gaylen Grandstaff is back at his Moscow home after spending two years in a Russian jail. His crime: buying a cleaning solvent from the Chinese company Alibaba, that is illegal in Russia because it can also be used as a drug. Nastassia Jauman has his story.
June 30, 2019
Scientists Teach Robots to Use Experience to Perform Better

Professors at the University of Maryland are looking to dramatically improve basic artificial intelligence as they attempt to teach robots how to think and use their past experience to perform new tasks. Nastassia Jaumen visited the University to find out more.
June 29, 2019
Scientists Teach Robots to Use Experience to Perform Better

Professors at the University of Maryland are looking to dramatically improve basic artificial intelligence as they attempt to teach robots how to think and use their past experience to perform new tasks. Nastassia Jaumen visited the University to find out more.
June 12, 2019
Journalists Eye New Protest Strategy in Golunov Acquittal

International news media solidarity, coverage boycotts in response to reporter intimidation may be a winning strategy for press freedom, says one formerly jailed reporter
June 12, 2019
Journalists Eye New Protest Strategy in Golunov Acquittal

International news media solidarity, coverage boycotts in response to reporter intimidation may be a winning strategy for press freedom, says one formerly jailed reporter
March 03, 2019
Family History, Health Insights Spill from DNA Tests

Simple DNA testing kits are becoming more popular and affordable. Today, genetic tests can show where your family came from, give you insight into your health, and even reveal unknown living relatives. Nastassia Jaumen has the story, narrated by Anna Rice.
October 23, 2018
Air Force One: What’s Inside The President’s Aircraft?

Air Force One is the plane that takes the President of the United States on trips around the world. Did you ever wonder what it's like inside the cabin? What does the president eat and who assists him while he is in the air? VOA's Nastassia Jaumen takes us on a tour.

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