– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. Two young girls in Seattle, Washington, are owners of a summer business that truly makes waves. Venture Lake Union is a popular summer place to enjoy boating. But for sisters Kate and Quinn Carner, it is the site of a new venture where they sell lemonade from a raft. Their business is profitable and helps … [記事を読む...] about Venture (ニュースワード)
Archives for 9月 2023
Shiner (イディオム)
– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! To shine means to be very bright. But what happens when you get a shiner? Shiner Speaker A: Whoa, Dan! What happened to your face?Speaker B: I got hit with the ball during last night's softball game. Turns out the balls are not all that soft.Speaker A: Well, that's quite a shiner. Hey, maybe next time catch the ball … [記事を読む...] about Shiner (イディオム)
COVID-19 米国での入院が再び増加している
– Manuscript – The number of people entering the hospital with COVID-19 has increased in the United States since early July. The increase is similar to the past three summers but with far fewer cases than before. With an updated vaccine still months away, experts worry this summer’s increase in hospitalizations could become a bigger problem. How bad is the … [記事を読む...] about COVID-19 米国での入院が再び増加している
日本の鉄道、訪問者支援のシステムを試験中です。
– Manuscript – Japanese railway operator, Seibu, is testing a special help desk for foreigners at one of the company’s busiest train stations. Visitors who need help at the Seibu-Shinjuku station in Tokyo can go to an information window and ask questions. About 135,000 people per day pass through the Seibu-Shinjuku station. To get help, a person just speaks into a … [記事を読む...] about 日本の鉄道、訪問者支援のシステムを試験中です。
ハリウッドのストライキにおいて、AIの役割は重要である
– Manuscript – Labor unions for actors and writers are striking over pay, benefits and job protections. But Artificial intelligence technology has become a big issue in Hollywood’s labor fight. AI has introduced a new point of disagreement between artists and production companies. Here is a look at what both sides say they want. Why is AI such an important … [記事を読む...] about ハリウッドのストライキにおいて、AIの役割は重要である