The aim of this day is to urge local action and increase awareness about the state of the world's environment.

VOA: special.2010.04.21

This expression makes the person left holding the bag responsible for an action, often a crime or misdeed.

VOA: special.2009.01.25

This week marked Barack Obama's first month as president -- and his first major action as commander-in-chief.

VOA: special.2009.02.21

He was called a hero for taking this kind of personal action to support the farm workers.

VOA: special.2009.09.06

Looking at this painting is like watching an action-filled movie about the animal kingdom.

VOA: special.2010.12.15

This opposition in the cabinet caused Lincoln to postpone action on the Fox plan.

VOA: special.2009.08.06

Mrs.Obama said this is the kind of action that businesses need to take.

VOA: special.2010.06.07

But this increased attention does not mean anything without effective action.

VOA: special.2009.05.08

This anti-poverty group is now called Practical Action.

VOA: special.2010.08.02

Dr.Pappas with the NGO Interaction says he sees no reason why African countries should take drastic preventive action at this stage.

VOA: standard.2009.04.28

Grayson says this bodes well for Mr.Calderon and the ruling National Action Party,or PAN, in the July 5th mid-term elections.

VOA: standard.2009.06.09

He tells VOA tougher action must follow. "This is am important first step, but it is only a first step,"

VOA: standard.2009.12.09

I want action this year. And with your help, we are going to make it happen, North Carolina."

VOA: standard.2009.07.29

(Speech) The Indian Prime Minister says if Pakistan takes action on this, New Delhi will not be found wanting in its response.

VOA: standard.2009.10.28