– Manuscript – Scientists have released new information about an area around a bright star called Fomalhaut in the Milky Way galaxy. The observations, made by the James Webb Space Telescope, provide details about three rings, or belts, of debris orbiting Fomalhaut. Fomalhaut, one of the brightest stars in our night sky, is about 25 light years from Earth. A light year is … [Read more...] about Scientists Release New Information about Area near Fomalhaut Star
US Congress Looks at Ways to Regulate Technology Companies
– Manuscript – Several measures are being considered by the U.S. Congress to regulate technology companies in an effort to protect the public. Many American lawmakers have been critical of technology business operations and social media services. There is support among lawmakers to pass federal legislation to make additional rules for technology companies and for their … [Read more...] about US Congress Looks at Ways to Regulate Technology Companies
Bilateral (News Words)
– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America’s News Words. Brazil's President Luis Lula da Silva recently visited China to meet with President Xi Jinping. Bilateral The aim of the visit was to strengthen ties between two of the world's largest developing nations. Brazilian officials said about 20 bilateral agreements were signed with China. Bilateral describes … [Read more...] about Bilateral (News Words)
US to End Last Remaining COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements
– Manuscript – The administration of President Joe Biden says it will end most remaining federal COVID-19 vaccine requirements on May 11. That date was chosen in February by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to end the country’s Public Health Emergency for COVID-19. Vaccine requirements for federal workers and federal contractors will end on May 11. In … [Read more...] about US to End Last Remaining COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements
American Museum of Natural History in New York to Open New Building
– Manuscript – This week, the American Museum of Natural History in New York is going to open its new building. The structure is designed to connect visitors with their place in the natural world. Small ants walk along a glass bridge in the new museum area, The Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education and Innovation. Whales move along the walls in an immersive … [Read more...] about American Museum of Natural History in New York to Open New Building