– Manuscript – A new video game that includes a brave cat is popular with cat lovers. Some of them are using the game to raise money for real cats. The game was released last month. It is called “Stray.” A stray animal is one without a home. Many stray cats and dogs live on city streets. Thanks to online fundraising services, gamers are playing “Stray" live for … [Read more...] about ‘Stray’ Cat Video Game Helps Real Cats
Let Off Steam (Idioms)
– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! When you boil water, it lets off steam. But how do we use this phrase in a conversation? Let Off Steam Speaker A: What is wrong with that woman?Speaker B: Katie? Nothing. Why do you ask?Speaker A: Well, she's outside hitting a tree.Speaker B: She does that to let off steam.Speaker A: Look, we all need to let out our … [Read more...] about Let Off Steam (Idioms)
Drug-resistant Infections, Deaths Rose in 2020
– Manuscript – U.S. health officials recently reported that drug-resistant infections increased during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The report came from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It said there was an increase in hospital infections and deaths in 2020. Dr. Arjun Srinivasan, a CDC expert, called it “a startling reversal” that … [Read more...] about Drug-resistant Infections, Deaths Rose in 2020
Erosion (News Words)
– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. The ancient city of Venice was built on water. Now, a flying both aims to protect its historical building. Erosion The electric boat runs on hydrofoils or underwater "wings", giving it the appearance of flying above the water. The designers say the technology reduces erosion to buildings caused by the … [Read more...] about Erosion (News Words)
Elon Musk’s Twitter Deal Likely to Be Decided in Court
– Manuscript – In April, Twitter accepted American billionaire Elon Musk’s offer to buy the social media service for $44 billion. But earlier this month, Musk withdrew his offer. Twitter reacted by bringing a legal case against Musk to force him to buy the company. Why did Twitter take Musk to court? Legal experts say Twitter wants to complete the deal that both … [Read more...] about Elon Musk’s Twitter Deal Likely to Be Decided in Court