– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. Martin Cooper invented the world's first mobile phone in 1973. Optimist Fifty years later, Cooper speaks of his hopes and worries about mobile technology. He worries about human dependence on the internet. But Cooper describes himself as an optimist. He hopes the technology will change human lives for the … [Read more...] about Optimist (News Words)
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Never Live Something Down (Idioms)
– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! To live it up means to have a very good and exciting time. But the phrase to never live something down has a very different meaning. Never Live Something Down Speaker A: Anna, did you try the cake I made for George's birthday?Speaker B: A bite. One bite. Dan, it was kind of the talk of the party.Speaker A: Oh no. It was … [Read more...] about Never Live Something Down (Idioms)
Obesity Increased in US Military during Pandemic
– Manuscript – Early COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, long hours on his computer, and increased stress led U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Daniel Murillo to eat more. Then, places to work out were closed; organized exercise was out; and Murillo’s desire to work out on his own was low. “The uniform was tighter,” said Murillo after gaining over 13 kilograms during the pandemic. “I … [Read more...] about Obesity Increased in US Military during Pandemic
How Long Will Conch Fishing Last in the Bahamas?
– Manuscript – Scientists, environmental activists, and government officials warn that the Bahamas’ conch population is decreasing because of overfishing. The conch is a kind of marine creature with a shell. It is important to Bahamians’ diet and economy. Tereha Davis's family has fished for conch around the Bahamas for five generations. Davis, who is 49 years old, … [Read more...] about How Long Will Conch Fishing Last in the Bahamas?
How to Eat Dumplings in Georgia
– Manuscript – In the Caucasus Mountains nation of Georgia, dumpling-eating is a serious activity. "I'm not Georgian, but the first rule I learnt when I came to Georgia was how to eat khinkali," says Sergei Shirinsky. He says he is now a dumpling expert. Georgian khinkali is a national symbol and source of pride. It is usually filled with a mix of raw ground beef and … [Read more...] about How to Eat Dumplings in Georgia
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