Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. Mexican musician Vicente Fernandez died recently at the age of 81 after a series of sicknesses. Idol People gathered outside the musical artist's home in Mexico to sing and remember his ranchera style of music. He was a music idol, having sold millions of records worldwide and winning many musical awards. In this … [Read more...] about Idol (News Words)
Drive Someone Nuts (Idioms)
Welcome to English in a Minute from home! Nuts are a healthy, tasty food! So, why is it bad to drive someone to them? Speaker A: Jonathan, do you have time today...(loud machine sound) [to help me with some scripts] Speaker B: Anna, I can't hear you. What is that noise in the background? Speaker A: It's a leaf blower. My neighbor uses it every day and it drives me … [Read more...] about Drive Someone Nuts (Idioms)
In the UAE, a Camel Contest Celebrates Desert Culture
Even as the Omicron version of the coronavirus spreads, camel owners from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Qatar recently traveled to the United Arab Emirates. They brought with them 40,000 of their most beautiful camels for the Al Dhafra Festival, an event that celebrates desert culture. Camel beauty is decided based on appearances agreed upon generations ago. … [Read more...] about In the UAE, a Camel Contest Celebrates Desert Culture
Experts Aim to Understand Japan’s Successes Against the Coronavirus
Many countries around the world are dealing with their worst coronavirus outbreaks yet. But one country, Japan, is seeing very few COVID-19 infections. Observers are trying to learn why. As recently as late summer, Japan’s coronavirus situation was not good. Deaths linked to COVID-19 were being reported each day. Hospitals were filled with coronavirus patients. In … [Read more...] about Experts Aim to Understand Japan’s Successes Against the Coronavirus
Major Space Missions Planned in 2022
The year 2021 was a big year for new space exploration. But next year also promises major new developments. Here is a look at some of the biggest space missions expected to launch in 2022. NASA’s Space Launch System The American Space Agency NASA is planning to launch the first test of its Space Launch System, or SLS, in March. NASA has called SLS “the world’s most … [Read more...] about Major Space Missions Planned in 2022