Experts say the situation is likely to continue until investors feel more sure about signs of economic recovery.

VOA: special.2009.08.21

The situation is made worse by the fact that its ancient buildings, built on a body of water called a lagoon, are slowly sinking.

VOA: special.2009.04.22

The situation is worst for those with the least education.

VOA: special.2009.08.20

"The fact is the situation is grim,". "The fact is that the Taliban have made enormous inroads into the country.

VOA: standard.2009.05.05

He says no one seems sure of how bad the situation is, or what will happen down the road.

VOA: standard.2010.05.06

While the situation is grim for all the displaced, IOM says it is worse for those families that are headed by females.

VOA: standard.2009.10.04

He says there have been improvements, in areas such as education and building infrastructure, but in other areas the situation is deteriorating.

VOA: standard.2009.10.01

Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi says the situation is extremely serious and there are concerns the death toll could rise to 50 or more.

VOA: standard.2009.10.03

"The situation is somehow much more unknown to the Western world and was not particularly described in the media and it was particularly touching."

VOA: standard.2010.06.29

The situation is very dire, because all the survivors are sleeping out in the streets."

VOA: standard.2010.01.14

Niagha region community leader Yorom Ballo says the situation is very difficult in his area.

VOA: standard.2009.10.05

They seem in general agreement that the situation is serious and something must be done.

VOA: standard.2009.04.01

This is not being done, and so the situation is critical."

VOA: standard.2010.08.06

As you know, the situation is extremely difficult for everyone involved.

VOA: standard.2009.07.20