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Jack didn't feel like a happy camper anymore. Walking through the cold, thin air, he looked at thesnowmobiles parked near the hut. We don't know how to drive snowmobiles! Jackwhispered to Annie. We haven't trained foranything, including altitude sick
Nancy put away her radio and looked at Jack andAnnie. I don't know how you two got past me.We're sorry, said Annie. This is unbelievable! said Nancy. Jack couldn't believe it, either. How did they messup so badly? I'm so sorry I brought you here, sai
A little croak came from the cage on the floor. Teddy! cried Annie. We almost forgot you! said Jack. Queek, Teddycroaked again. Let me change him back, Annie said to Jack. Okay, but let me get out of the way firsts 11 saidJack. He handed Annie the ha
So that's why Merlin sent for those books! saidTeddy. What books? Who's the Raven King? said Jack. Now it all makes sense, said Teddy. Who's theRaven King? said Jack. But I wonder how he found the Diamond ofDestiny, said Teddy. Teddy, who's the Raven
It was cooler outside now. Daylight was fadingquickly. The wind had picked up. A grand adventure for us, eh? said Teddy. Yes!said Annie. Jack was excited, too, but he had lots of questions. As Teddy started off through the oak forest, Jackhurried to
AHHH! yelled Teddy. AHHH! yelled Jack. AHHH! yelled Annie. Still screaming, they all ran toward the door. Thebone came after them. Teddy led the way as they tore through thearchway and scrambled up the winding staircase. Jack looked behind them. It's
AS IT IS 2013-12-31 The Clock Is Ticking to 2014 - It's New Year's Eve! From VOA Learning English, welcome to As It Is for New Years Eve. Im Steve Ember. Today, calendars choosing the right one takes time and New YearsResolutions: Making ones you can
Expanding Health Insurance in Developing Countries Rwanda will host a regional conference next week (9-11/13), with a focus on health insurance. Rwanda has been praised for moving toward universal coverage for its population. But many say its a compl
US Christian Broadcaster Still Believes in Shortwave Since the dawn of wireless communications, international broadcasters, including the Voice of America, have used shortwave radio to communicate with the world. While many broadcasters now are switc
Oral Cancer Caused by HPV Soars in Developed Countries The human papillomavirus, HPV, is actually many different viruses. One particular strain causes oral cancer, and doctors say the number of cases is reaching epidemic levels. Most of the victims a
This is the VOA Special English Development Report. Buruli ulcer is a bacterial disease that eats away muscle tissue. People can become disabled. They may even need to have an arm or leg removed. Buruli ulcer disease can be easily treated with antib
IN THE NEWS - Candidates Target Ohio; US Family Wealth at 1992 Levels This is IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English. In the American presidential campaign, Ohio is considered one of the battleground or swing states. These are states where the race is cl
Ocean Levels Rising Fast on US Coasts Ocean levels are rising faster and higher on both coasts of the United States than in other parts of the globe, according to two new studies, and California could be especially hard hit. There will be about one m
Funding Levels for UN Women Questioned The mandate of U.N. Women is large, and some supporters are concerned that its starting budget of $500 million dollars is not enough to promote women and gender equality around the world, especially at the count
Environment May Affect Development of Language There are about 7,000 languages in the world, and they are constantly evolving and changing. But it's a bit of a mystery why languages change the way they do. Anthropologist Caleb Everett of the Universi
The United States and China have agreed in principle for the first time to hold regular, senior level talks on a range of political and economic issues. U.S. officials say the decision reflects China's growing global role, including its sponsorship o
By Robert Berger Bethlehem 24 December 2007 Palestinians in Jerusalem marched through the streets of Bethlehem Monday celebrating the Eve of Christmas, the day before the traditional birth of Jesus Christ. Robert Berger is in Bethlehem and filed this
I wanna go to bed With arms around me But wake up on my own Pretend That I'm still sleeping Til' you go home I can't look at you This morning I should probably have a sign That says 'Leave right now or quicker' You've overstayed your time If I don't
Lebanon is a fractured land that has a long-standing struggle among a mixture of Christian sects, Sunnis, Shias, Druze and other religious factions. Since a resurgence of hostilities in 2006, when Israel launched a major military campaign against th
(SOUNDBITE OF MUSIC) NOEL KING, HOST: It is Friday, and that means it's time for StoryCorps. So Times Square is one option for New Year's Eve - if you like crowds. There's also some action in Tallapoosa, Ga., home of the New Year's Eve possum drop. I