– Manuscript – The American space agency NASA has chosen the astronaut crew that will carry out a planned test mission around the moon next year. The trip is part of NASA’s Artemis program, which aims to land the next Americans on the moon. Four astronauts will take part in the flight, which NASA is officially calling Artemis II. Artemis II, planned for late 2024, will … [Read more...] about NASA Announces Moon Mission Astronauts
In Vermont, Handmade Blankets Welcome Refugees, Immigrants
– Manuscript – An effort called the Welcome Blanket project aims to help refugees by giving them hand-made blankets. The project has grown over the years. Recently, Welcome Blanket showed at least 86 blankets at the Heritage Mill Museum in Winooski, Vermont. The blankets were made by people who sewed, crocheted and knitted them. The person who made the blanket then … [Read more...] about In Vermont, Handmade Blankets Welcome Refugees, Immigrants
US Weather Agency Says Rise in Methane Gas ‘Alarming’
– Manuscript – The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (or NOAA) recently reported that the atmospheric gas methane increased in 2022. NOAA is the U.S. weather agency. It also studies the substances in the atmosphere. NOAA said methane in the atmosphere had its fourth-highest yearly increase since measurements have taken place. The agency said the increase … [Read more...] about US Weather Agency Says Rise in Methane Gas ‘Alarming’
Wealthy People Still Spend Money But Keep Low Profile
– Manuscript – With an ongoing war in Europe, high energy prices and food shortages, some wealthy people find themselves wanting to spend their money in ways that do not draw attention. Even in the current economic climate, many people who have a lot of money are still buying costly items such as fine wool clothing and leather bags. However, they are purchasing items … [Read more...] about Wealthy People Still Spend Money But Keep Low Profile
Optimist (News Words)
– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. Martin Cooper invented the world's first mobile phone in 1973. Optimist Fifty years later, Cooper speaks of his hopes and worries about mobile technology. He worries about human dependence on the internet. But Cooper describes himself as an optimist. He hopes the technology will change human lives for the … [Read more...] about Optimist (News Words)
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