He says there must be more measures for less fortunate youngsters to catch up.

VOA: standard.2010.02.02

For most measures of development, the study found that an earlier bedtime was also a predictor of higher scores.

VOA: special.2010.06.09

For example, the numbers of many wetland birds have recovered since measures were taken to protect more than twelve million hectares of wetlands.

VOA: special.2009.05.12

The carpenter singing his, as he measures his plank or beam, The mason singing his, as he makes ready for work, or leaves off work;

VOA: special.2009.04.12

But under the PhRMA deal, the chances for additional cost-saving measures are unclear.

VOA: special.2009.08.14

Germany and France are considering similar measures to pay for future financial problems.

VOA: special.2010.06.25

Both measures in Congress call for a system to supervise derivatives.

VOA: special.2010.04.16

There have been calls for similar measures in the United States.

VOA: special.2009.12.18

He called for more severe measures to fight terrorism.

VOA: special.2010.04.03

(Sound) He said precautionary measures taken by Saudi health officials were responsible for containing the spread of the virus.

VOA: standard.2009.11.29

The disaster sparked a row over protection measures against flooding with local officials accusing the government of ignoring their appeals for funds.

VOA: standard.2009.10.10

noted that the G20 declaration leaves room for continuing stimulus measures and steps to bring down debt.

VOA: standard.2010.06.27

Western intelligence officials have reportedly urged each country to boost security measures and to provide better protection for ships,especially oil and gas tankers.

VOA: standard.2010.01.07

and the USA Today newspaper said there is "a yawning need for clarity" and warned against trying to use half-measures to achieve important goals.

VOA: standard.2009.09.22

Burns acknowledged to reporters here that measures have been included in the legislation to ensure that the development money is properly used "for the purposes intended."

VOA: standard.2009.10.16

Gabisov chided participants for failure to discuss more specific measures, and noted the brutal lengths to which corrupt officials go if they are exposed in the press.

VOA: standard.2009.05.15

The prevailing belief is that deterrent measures will lead to security for Israelis.

VOA: standard.2009.04.09

Last year,he says, the UNHCR with the support of the Greek Ministry of Interior, made recommendations for a complete overhaul of the system, including specific measures to protect children seeking asylum.

VOA: standard.2009.08.29

Activists are also encouraging IMF and World Bank leaders not to link new funds to austerity measures normally prescribed for borrowers, like cuts in public spending and an increase in interest rates.

VOA: standard.2009.04.20

But the council reserved its harshest criticism for Israeli actions, saying Israel used disproportionate force and failed to take adequate measures to protect civilians during its campaign to silence Hamas rocket attacks.

VOA: standard.2009.11.04

Baucus has spent months negotiating with Republicans and skeptical Democrats on the panel to gain support for a bipartisan version of reform legislation one of two measures to emerge in the Senate, along with three in the House of Representatives.

VOA: standard.2009.09.09

A statement issued by the Vatican after the meeting said he prayed with the men and assured them the Church will continue doing all in its power to investigate allegations, to bring to justice those responsible for abuse and to implement effective measures designed to safeguard young people in the future.

VOA: standard.2010.04.18

Besides urging the Obama administration to oppose any further consideration of the Goldstone report in multi-lateral forums, or measures stemming from it, the resolution also reaffirms support for Israel's security and right to self-defense, and its right to defend its citizens from violent militant groups and their state sponsors.

VOA: standard.2009.11.04