A listener wanted to know if Billie Jean is considered a girl's name, or if it can be used as a boy's name.

VOA: special.2009.07.06

The area is also known as Alphabet City, and sometimes considered part of the East Village.

VOA: special.2009.04.27

His government is seen as riddled with corruption and his election is considered deeply flawed.

VOA: standard.2009.11.17

Maradona,who is considered one of the best football players in recent times, also dismissed security fears as he toured the Soccer City stadium near Soweto,outside Johannesburg.

VOA: standard.2010.01.22