This is the VOA Special English Education Report.
Imagine that you have lost your job.You could start a sewing business at home if you had a better sewing machine and a little money to advertise. But you cannot get a loan from a bank.
In recent times, many people in similar situations have received loans from student microfinance groups. Such groups
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February 21, 2012
These pancake racing contestants are Yanks outside the National Cathedral in Washington. But the tradition started across the pond (Atlantic) in England.
Even Prince William and Kate Middleton flipped flapjacks (pancakes) in Belfast last year. And it's a common charity race in London.
"This is something that has gone on - in
February 21, 2012
These pancake racing contestants are Yanks outside the National Cathedral in Washington. But the tradition started across the pond (Atlantic) in England.
Even Prince William and Kate Middleton flipped flapjacks (pancakes) in Belfast last year. And it's a common charity race in London.
"This is something that has gone on - in
Afghan President Hamid Karzai is appealing for calm after several days of clashes between Afghan security forces and protesters left at least seven people dead across the country.
Afghan officials say dozens of people have been injured in protests held in the capital, Kabul, Parwan province and the eastern city of Jalalabad. The demonstrations
...Afghan President Hamid Karzai is appealing for calm after several days of clashes between Afghan security forces and protesters left at least seven people dead across the country.
Afghan officials say dozens of people have been injured in protests held in the capital, Kabul, Parwan province and the eastern city of Jalalabad. The demonstrations
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