– Manuscript – The world is full of tea drinkers. For many, they simply enjoy the taste. But new research suggests tea might help those who drink it live longer than those who do not. Tea is known to contain helpful substances known to reduce inflammation. Past studies in China and Japan, where green tea is popular, have suggested several health benefits. Now, scientists … [Read more...] about Tea Drinkers Enjoy Possible Health Benefits, Study Suggests
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Rigorous (News Words)
– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. American President Joe Biden has raised the nation's limit on refugee admissions from 15,000 to 62,500. Rigorous The White House recently released a statement, which said in part: We are going to work hard to complete the rigorous screening process for those refugees already waiting for admissions. In … [Read more...] about Rigorous (News Words)
Artificial Intelligence Tool Aims to Identify, Predict Smells
– Manuscript – American researchers have created a technology tool that aims to identify and re-create different smells. The system is powered by artificial intelligence (AI). The tool was developed and tested by researchers at Google, universities and the Monell Chemical Senses Center. The team recently released results of their method and described the process in an … [Read more...] about Artificial Intelligence Tool Aims to Identify, Predict Smells
Palestinian Man Discovers Ancient Art in Gaza
– Manuscript – A Palestinian man in Gaza has discovered one of the greatest historical treasures ever found in the area, experts say. Archaeologists and other researchers are excited about the find: a mosaic floor. A mosaic is a surface made with small pieces of colored glass or stone, sometimes creating a picture of something. But the discovery is also leading people … [Read more...] about Palestinian Man Discovers Ancient Art in Gaza
Scientists Estimate the Ant Population on Earth
– Manuscript – Researchers have made the most in-depth estimate yet of the world’s ant population. The total number of these resourceful insects was estimated to be 20 quadrillion. A quadrillion is expressed with a one, followed by 15 zeros. The estimate means that there are about 2.5 million ants on Earth for every human. Ants have been on the planet since the … [Read more...] about Scientists Estimate the Ant Population on Earth