– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America’s News Words. Astronomers in Chile reported a major discovery by the country's powerful telescope called ALMA. Galaxy Artistic images based on ALMA's data show the birth of a newly discovered galaxy from about 10 billion years ago. That is the time it took for its radiation to get within ALMA's reach. A galaxy is a … [Read more...] about Galaxy (News Words)
Doctors Report Success Using Radiation to Treat Irregular Heartbeat
– Manuscript – American researchers have reported some success using radiation to treat patients experiencing irregular heartbeats. The highly experimental treatment has only been tried on a small number of patients. But doctors are preparing to carry out the first major study to test its effectiveness on large groups of people. Scientists working on the treatment say … [Read more...] about Doctors Report Success Using Radiation to Treat Irregular Heartbeat
Unusual Hound Wins Top Prize at Biggest US Dog Show
– Manuscript – A petit basset griffon Vendéen, or PBGV, won top prize at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show in New York City Tuesday. The dog, called Buddy Holly, won the award for best in show. The breed he represents is known for its rabbit-hunting ability. Buddy Holly defeated six other candidates to take the prize at the most famous dog show in the United … [Read more...] about Unusual Hound Wins Top Prize at Biggest US Dog Show
Scientists Release New Accounting of Human Genome
– Manuscript – Scientists recently released a new accounting of the human genome. The research effort included information from people from around the world and could help ongoing efforts to identify genetic causes of diseases. Background A genome is an organism's genetic map and contains the information needed for development and growth. Each person's genome is … [Read more...] about Scientists Release New Accounting of Human Genome
Home Is Where the Heart is (Idioms)
– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! Have you ever wondered about the difference between a house and a home? This expression may help. Home Is Where the Heart is Speaker A: Dan, my friend Talia is assigned to work overseas for six months!Speaker B: That's a long time. I wonder if she'll get homesick?Speaker A: No. She'll bring her dog with her. She loves … [Read more...] about Home Is Where the Heart is (Idioms)