– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! The bottom is the lowest point of something. But what does it mean to get to the bottom of something? Let's listen. Get to the Bottom of It Speaker A: Someone stole my muffins. Again.Speaker B: Dan, we need to get to the bottom of this. Tell me the details.Speaker A: A dozen muffins… out of the break room in less than … [Read more...] about Get to the Bottom of It (Idioms)
Archives for August 2023
Know the Signs of Heat Stroke
– Manuscript – The American Southwest is experiencing extremely high temperatures and that has health officials concerned. Along the U.S.-Mexico border, federal agents reported 10 deaths in early July. Another 45 people had to be rescued from the heat. The city of Phoenix, Arizona may be on its way to breaking a record for most back-to-back days with a high temperature … [Read more...] about Know the Signs of Heat Stroke
Japanese Researchers Develop Wearable Robot Arms
– Manuscript – A team at Tokyo University is developing robotic arms that people can wear. The devices could find use in areas from creative expression to search and rescue operations. Masahiko Inami is a professor who develops systems to expand human abilities. Inami’s team at the University of Tokyo is designing the wearable robotic arms. The team is developing a … [Read more...] about Japanese Researchers Develop Wearable Robot Arms
Ohio Museum Shows History of Television Technology
– Manuscript – The history of television began long before millions of Americans gathered in front of their black-and-white sets and watched shows like Lucy, Uncle Miltie, and Howdy Doodie. “Everybody thinks TV started in the ‘50s or the late ’40s,” said Steve McVoy. “Almost nobody knows it existed before World War II and even goes back to the ‘20s.” McVoy is the … [Read more...] about Ohio Museum Shows History of Television Technology
Study: Pumping Groundwater Has Changed How Earth Turns
– Manuscript – A recent study says that pumping massive amounts of groundwater to the surface can affect the position of Earth’s poles. The poles are at either end of the imaginary line running through the Earth. The turning motion of Earth around this line causes day and night. The tilt of the line, in relation to the sun, causes the seasons. Scientists have known for … [Read more...] about Study: Pumping Groundwater Has Changed How Earth Turns
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