"Time is up," "Over the next two weeks, governments have to deliver a strong and long-term response to the challenges of climate change."

VOA: standard.2009.12.06

One of the most closely watched cases this term will be heard early next year when the high court considers a challenge to gun control laws in the city of Chicago.

VOA: standard.2009.10.05

"There is now a clear window of opportunity for President Karzai and his government to make a new compact with the people of Afghanistan The Obama administration and other Western leaders have repeatedly urged President Karzai to use his next five-year term to eliminate endemic corruption.

VOA: standard.2009.11.18