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LA battles mudslides after devastating wildfires
Episode 756
Today's story: Los Angeles is facing the aftermath of both devastating wildfires and destructive mudslides. The fires burned vegetation that helped k…
1 year, 3 months ago
The fires that wiped through Los Angeles
Episode 755
Today's story: Los Angeles faces wildfire risks every year due to its dry summers, drought-resistant vegetation, and the powerful Santa Ana winds. Th…
1 year, 3 months ago
The remote-work battle rages on
Episode 754
Today's story: Five years after the pandemic began, the fight over remote work still isn’t settled. Some companies are demanding full-time office att…
1 year, 3 months ago
These contractions break the rules
Episode 753
Today's story: Most contractions in English are simple combinations of two words, like “you’re” for “you are.” But some contractions don’t follow the…
1 year, 3 months ago
The secret to a perfectly boiled egg
Episode 752
Today's story: Scientists have discovered the ideal way to boil an egg, ensuring a perfectly firm white and a soft, nutrient-rich yolk. The secret? A…
1 year, 4 months ago
How to survive extreme cold temperatures
Episode 751
Today's story: Whether you live in cold weather, plan to visit, or are just curious, it's important to know how to protect yourself from extreme cold…
1 year, 4 months ago
English words borrowed from French
Episode 750
Today's story: Many English words come from French, but some, like fiancé, façade, and résumé, keep their original spellings, accents, and even gende…
1 year, 4 months ago
Notre Dame reopens after six years of restoration
Episode 749
Today's story: Paris's Notre Dame Cathedral was nearly destroyed in a devastating fire in 2019. In the years since, thousands of artisans and special…
1 year, 4 months ago
'SNL' celebrates 50 years of late-night comedy
Episode 748
Today's story: Saturday Night Live, or SNL, is a late-night comedy show that mixes short sketches, parodies, and music. The sketches poke fun at ever…
1 year, 4 months ago
Latin phrases that are part of English
Episode 747
Today's story: English isn’t descended from Latin, but some Latin phrases have made their way into everyday use. This lesson explores eight Latin phr…
1 year, 4 months ago