Splice features French actress Delphine Chaneac as the voracious creature the scientists name "Dren", which is "nerd" backwards.

VOA: standard.2010.06.09

When asked about possible investigations, President Obama has said anyone who committed crimes should be prosecuted, but that his focus is on looking forward, not backwards.

VOA: standard.2009.03.23

Analysts say this is a step backwards for democracy in Niger which could set a bad example for leaders in the rest of the West African region.

VOA: standard.2009.11.14