VOA慢速英语 2008 0403a

This is the VOA Special English EDUCATION REPORT. A new report says only about half of all students in the main school systems of America's largest cities finish high school. The report notes higher rates of graduation -- more than seventy percent --

VOA慢速英语 2008 0402b

VOICE ONE: This is Steve Ember. VOICE TWO: And this is Bob Doughty with the VOA Special English program EXPLORATIONS. Today, we tell about how people learned an important piece of information necessary for safely sailing on the oceans. It is called l

VOA慢速英语 2008 0403b

ANNOUNCER: Welcome to THE MAKING OF A NATION -- American history in VOA Special English. George Washington by artist Laugier The United States declared its independence from Britain on July fourth, seventeen seventy-six. The new nation was a loosely

VOA慢速英语 2008 0404a

This is the VOA Special English Economics Report. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson announces the proposal on March 31, 2008 This week, the Bush administration proposed major changes to the way the financial system is supervised. Treasury Secretary He

VOA慢速英语 2008 0402a

This is the VOA Special English Health Report. The W.H.O. says climate change has increased the risk of natural disasters, like this flooding that trapped hundreds of people near Xai-Xai, Mozambique in 2000 Next Monday is World Health Day, observed b

VOA慢速英语 2008 0401a

This is the VOA Special English Agriculture Report. Scientists say flies can spread bacteria in hen houses The common housefly is unwelcome around food because flies can carry disease-causing germs. Now, scientists have shown that the insects can al

VOA慢速英语-IN THE NEWS - Just What Does Patriotism Mean in Amer

Obama, pushed to defend himself, says the question of who is, or is not, a patriot all too often poisons our political debates. Transcript of radio broadcast: 04 July 2008 This is IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English. A new United States citizen waves

VOA慢速英语-Economics Report - Bill Gates Steps Aside at Microso

He leaves at a time of major changes in the computer industry. But over 90 percent of the world's one billion personal computers still use the Windows operating system. Transcript of radio broadcast: 03 July 2008 This is the VOA Special English Econ

VOA慢速英语-Health Report - Safety Checklist Aims to Reduce Mist

W.H.O. launches effort to prevent deaths and injuries in the operating room. Transcript of radio broadcast: 01 July 2008 This is the VOA Special English Health Report. Doctors around the world now perform more than two hundred thirty million major o

VOA慢速英语-Agriculture Report - Study Sees Risk to California P

Researchers say species found nowhere else could be lost unless they are able to relocate by the year 2100. Transcript of radio broadcast: 30 June 2008 This is the VOA Special English Agriculture Report. California has more than two thousand kinds o

VOA慢速英语-EXPLORATIONS - Technology Increases Income, Reduces

The spread of cell phones, computers and other technology has increased economic growth in the developing world. Transcript of radio broadcast: 01 July 2008 VOICE ONE: I'm Barbara Klein. VOICE TWO: And I'm Steve Ember with EXPLORATIONS in VOA Specia

VOA慢速英语-People in America - Sydney Pollack, 1934-2008: He Di

Some of his most famous movies were Tootsie and Out of Africa. Transcript of radio broadcast: 20 July 2008 VOICE ONE: Im Barbara Klein. VOICE TWO: And Im Steve Ember with People in America in VOA Special English. Today we tell about movie director a

VOA慢速英语-Agriculture Report - Much About Mulch

Why mulching is one of the best things to do for plants. Transcript of radio broadcast: 14 July 2008 This is the VOA Special English Agriculture Report. Mulch is spread in a city park in Atlanta, Georgia Mulch is important to farmers. Mulch is a pro

VOA慢速英语-SCIENCE IN THE NEWS - This Year May Set Record for T

More than 115 storm-related deaths have already been reported, making 2008 the deadliest year for tornadoes in the past 10 years. Transcript of radio broadcast: 14 July 2008 VOICE ONE: This is SCIENCE IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English. I'm Bob Doug

VOA慢速英语-Health Report - Among Vitamins, D Seems Short for 'D

Studies are finding that the vitamin known for building strong bones may also help prevent many diseases. Transcript of radio broadcast: 15 July 2008 This is the VOA Special English Health Report. Vitamin D helps bones and muscles grow strong and he

VOA慢速英语-EXPLORATIONS - A Visit to the Cultural Treasures in

For centuries, the buildings of ancient Egypt have captured the attention of historians, artists, and travelers. Transcript of radio broadcast: 15 July 2008 VOICE ONE: I'm Steve Ember. VOICE TWO: Cairo at sunset And I'm Faith Lapidus with EXPLORATIO

VOA慢速英语-Education Report - High Fuel Prices Mean a Hard Road

Schools across the U.S. are looking for ways to reduce transportation costs. Transcript of radio broadcast: 16 July 2008 This is the VOA Special English Education Report. High fuel prices are affecting all areas of life, including education. Some sc

VOA慢速英语-Economics Report - Learning Business Skills Through

Volunteers with J.A. help students around the world understand real-life economics. Transcript of radio broadcast: 17 July 2008 This is the VOA Special English Economics Report. Junior Achievement is an international movement to educate young people

VOA慢速英语-AMERICAN MOSAIC - How Lil Wayne Became a Big Name in

Also: A question from China about the Beijing Olympics. And ''The Story of Edgar Sawtelle,'' a book about dogs, family and a very smart boy. Transcript of radio broadcast: 17 July 2008 Welcome to AMERICAN MOSAIC in VOA Special English. (MUSIC) I'm B

VOA慢速英语-IN THE NEWS - Rescuing Fannie, Freddie as US Economy

Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke gave an economic report to Congress. And President Bush urged approval of a plan to save the country's two biggest mortgage finance companies. Transcript of radio broadcast: 18 July 2008 This is IN THE NEWS in VOA Special E