– Manuscript – A new study found that nearly half of bald eagles tested across the United States show signs of repeated lead exposure. Scientists found harmful levels of lead in the bones of 46 percent of bald eagles in 38 states, from California to Florida. The scientists recently reported their findings in the publication Science. Researchers examined the blood, … [Read more...] about Nearly Half of US Bald Eagles Suffer Lead Poisoning
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Starstruck (Idioms)
– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute. Stars can be seen shining brightly in the night sky. Starstruck Does this mean a star might. . . hit you? Speaker A: You're not going to believe who I met last night! Speaker B: Pele? Speaker A: I wish. But no. All the members of Sevendust! Speaker B: Isn't that your favorite band? Wow, yo must have been … [Read more...] about Starstruck (Idioms)
Evaporate (News Words)
– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. A coronavirus outbreak in Fiji is stretching the health system and hurting the country's economy. Evaporate A vaccination campaign has started, but officials are resisting calls for a lockdown out of fear for the Fijian economy. It shrank almost 20% last year when visits from travelers evaporated because … [Read more...] about Evaporate (News Words)
For Food Lovers, Valentine’s Day Can Be Almost Home-Made
– Manuscript – Another Valentine’s Day --- pandemic style --- is almost here. Some people will be heading to restaurants on February 14 for romantic, but socially distanced celebrations. However, many of us will stay at home, celebrating our loving partnerships as best we can. One way to make the day feel special is to think about your favorite foods and then add … [Read more...] about For Food Lovers, Valentine’s Day Can Be Almost Home-Made
Call it a Day (Idioms)
– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! You already know that there are seven days in a week. But what is the "it" in this expression? Speaker A: Jonathan, I've been working on this project for the past fifteen hours! I am…so…tired.Speaker B: 15 hours?! I think you should call it a day, Anna.Speaker A: I can't stop now, Jonathan. I must get this done.Speaker B: … [Read more...] about Call it a Day (Idioms)
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