– Manuscript – A young generation pressed by war in Ukraine has turned its anger into rap music. Ukrainian volunteer soldier Otoy is putting the war into the words and loud beats of rap. He has written lyrics during Russian attacks. He said it helps relieve the tension of fighting. “Russian soldiers drink vodka, we are making music,” said the rapper, whose real name … [Read more...] about War Rap: Ukraine’s War Youth Voice Angry Words
Studies: Some Cancer Patients May Not Need Treatments after Surgery
– Manuscript – After surgery, some cancer patients can safely avoid treatments such as radiation or chemotherapy, say two recent studies that explore shorter, gentler cancer care. Researchers are looking for ways to predict which cancer patients can avoid unneeded treatment to cut down on costs and bad side effects. One new study used a blood test to study which colon … [Read more...] about Studies: Some Cancer Patients May Not Need Treatments after Surgery
NASA Launches Satellite to Test New Orbit Around Moon
– Manuscript – The American space agency NASA has launched a satellite designed to test a new orbit around the moon. The satellite launched Tuesday from New Zealand on a rocket built by American space company Rocket Lab. The satellite is called a CubeSat. CubeSats are small research spacecraft also known as nanosatellites. They provide a low-cost way for scientists, … [Read more...] about NASA Launches Satellite to Test New Orbit Around Moon
Efficient (New Words)
– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. A businessman in Sudan is fighting the high cost of fuel by selling electric vehicles. EfficientMohammed Samir watches as three-wheeled electric tuk-tuks are produced at his factory in Khartoum. Their batteries can be powered by the sun. Samir said the electric vehicles are more efficient to operate than … [Read more...] about Efficient (New Words)
Child’s Play (Idioms)
– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! Children love to play! You could say it's their job. But Anna and Jonathan are not children. So, how might they use this expression? Child's Play Speaker A: Anna, what are you doing?Speaker B: My robot camera stopped working. So, I'm fixing it.Speaker A: Do you even know how?Speaker B: Well, taking it apart is child's … [Read more...] about Child’s Play (Idioms)