– 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)
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
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
米政府機関、ゴマの食品への添加を許可
– Manuscript – The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently said that by law food makers are permitted to add sesame to their products. They also must identify sesame content in their foods on product packaging. Sesame is the seed of the sesamum or benne plant. It is used to make oil and the seeds themselves are often used on bread or baked goods. The … [記事を読む...] about 米政府機関、ゴマの食品への添加を許可
Sticker Shock (イディオム)
– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! A sticker is a piece of paper that attaches to a surface. Stickers can be used to show the cost of a product. But what does sticker shock mean? Sticker Shock Speaker A: So, dan, have you gotten that new bicycle yet?Speaker B: Well, I went to the bike store, but I left with some serious sticker shock.Speaker A: I just … [記事を読む...] about Sticker Shock (イディオム)