Mahecic says thousands of desperate Somalis continue to risk their lives and use unscrupulous smugglers to make the perilous journey across the Gulf of Aden.

VOA: standard.2009.09.26

Kevin Kern explains why so many people,of all ages and from every corner the world, feel compelled to make the journey to the gates of 3764 Elvis Presley Boulevard.

VOA: standard.2010.01.07

Health ministers of several Arab nations have agreed to only allow pilgrims with no chronic health problems and between the ages of 12 and 65 to make the journey.

VOA: standard.2009.08.09