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Wilbur and Orville Wright: The First Airplane
Wilbur and Orville Wright are the American inventors who made a small engine-powered flying machine. They proved that flight without the aid of gas-filled balloons was possible. Wilbur Wright was born in 1867 near Melvi…
Lincoln's Cottage: a Country House for the President
About five kilometers from the White House in Washington, D.C., stands an historic building closely linked to one of America’s most famous presidents: Abraham Lincoln. The building, known as President Lincoln's Cottage,…
'Watching the Grass Grow' Is Not Fun
And now Words and Their Stories from VOA Learning English. Springtime is a time of renewal and growth. Many plants end their long winter sleep and form new buds and shoots. Beautiful flowers will soon be showing their b…
Methods for Protecting Earth against an Asteroid Strike
Astronomers following asteroid activity in space estimate there is a very small chance an object large enough to destroy a whole city could strike Earth in 2032. But space agency officials say even if such an asteroid k…
Total Lunar Eclipse to Turn Moon Red
A total lunar eclipse is about to make the moon appear a reddish color across the Western Hemisphere. The event will happen Thursday night into Friday morning. The best places to see the eclipse will be in North America…
Study Shows How Earth’s Orbit Affects Ice Ages
A recent study suggests the next ice age will likely begin in about 11,000 years unless emissions change the effects of natural climate cycles. An ice age is a period of reduced temperatures causing ice to cover large a…
How Physical Therapists Can Prevent Future Health Problems
Many of us might only seek out physical therapists if we are recovering from accidental injuries or surgery. However, medical experts say these specialists can also help prevent many health problems if they are seen on a…
A Short History of Spacecraft Landings on the Moon
Many years have passed since the first spacecraft landed on the moon in 1966. From then until now, there have been many additional attempts with some succeeding and others failing. Here is a short history of some of thes…
Scientists Link Gene to Human Speech
A new study suggests the beginnings of human speech are linked to genetics. The research identifies a protein – found only in people – that may have helped early humans develop spoken communication. Scientists involved …
How Daylight Saving Time Affects Health
Much of the United States “springs forward” on Sunday, March 9th, for daylight saving time. Worldwide, many other countries also observe daylight saving time, starting and ending on different dates. The time change can …
Private Lander Carrying NASA Experiments Lands on the Moon
A private spacecraft carrying several science experiments has successfully landed on the moon. The lander, called Blue Ghost, was built by the American company Firefly Aerospace. The spacecraft touched down March 2 on t…
Knitting While Watching Movies Gains Popularity
Nearly 200 people in Vienna, Austria, gathered recently to enjoy two fun activities at the same time. They worked with needles and yarn. And they watched a movie together called The Devil Wears Prada. "It sounds a bit …
Grow Your Vocabulary by Learning Root Words
English has been called one the most difficult languages for non-native speakers to learn. One reason is that English has so many rules – and almost as many exceptions of those rules! Sometimes, this leaves learners con…
Rise in ADHD Cases Raises Questions
Allison Burk’s daughter was struggling. The American teenager had uncontrolled emotions, a decreased ability to pay attention and trouble completing work on time. A family doctor suggested testing for attention-deficit/h…
New Flowering Plants for Gardeners to Try
If you are a gardener, you probably have some favorite plants that you grow year after year. But you might also like to try new plants sometimes. Gardening expert Jessica Damiano recently reported for the Associated Pre…
New Discovery Could Explain What Gives Mars its Red Color
Scientists say they might have identified the mineral on Mars that is responsible for making the planet appear red. New data collected on Mars through several methods suggests the substance, called ferrihydrite, is like…
Scientists Discover Stonehenge-like Circle in Denmark
Danish researchers have announced the discovery of a collection of wooden pieces placed in a circle that are believed to date back thousands of years ago. The team says the wood pieces and some other objects were found …
How to Reduce Risks of Bad Air Quality
Air quality differs from place to place and day to day. But about 99 percent of the world’s population breathes air at some point that does not meet pollution guidelines set by the World Health Organization (WHO). Diffe…
Learn Prefixes, Suffixes to Expand Your Vocabulary
On a recent program, we explained that knowing just a few root words in English can help you understand the meaning of hundreds more words. To refresh your memory, a root word is the simplest form of a word. For example…
New Fruits and Vegetables for Gardeners to Try
If you are a gardener, you probably have some favorite plants that you grow year after year. But you might also like to try new plants sometimes. Gardening expert Jessica Damiano recently reported for the Associated Pre…
Experts Provide Tips for Avoiding Computer-linked Vision Trouble
Computer, or digital, screens are common at work, homes, schools, and stores. An estimated 104 million Americans of working age spend more than seven hours a day in front of screens, the American Optometric Association s…
Study: Electrical Medical Device Helps Improve Muscle Strength
Researchers recently reported new evidence from a study of a medical device placed inside the body, a spine-stimulating implant. Three people with a muscle-destroying disease got a little stronger after using the implan…
The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the ‘Super Bowl’ of Dog Shows
At America’s 149th Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Monty the giant schnauzer won the top prize. The lively schnauzer beat six other finalists in New York City to become the first of his breed to win Westminster’s “bes…
Saying ‘No’ at Work Can Be Good for Your Health
From VOA Learning English, this is the Health & Lifestyle report. People might find it hard to set work limits or say “no” before taking on too many responsibilities. But experts say it is important for workers to learn…
WHO Launches New Cancer Drug Plan for Children
The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new service, or platform, to provide free cancer medicines to thousands of children in less wealthy nations. The WHO defines these as low- and middle-income countries. …
What Is the healthiest way to prepare vegetables?
Carlene Thomas is a dietitian, a person who gives advice about healthy foods to eat. When it comes to eating healthy vegetables, Thomas says there are two kinds of people who ask her for advice. The first kind wants to…