2023-12-20 Cat Steals the Show in Video Sent by Laser from Space
The U.S. space agency says an orange cat named Taters is the star of the first video sent by laser from deep space. NASA’s Psyche spacecraft sent the 15-second video…
2023-12-20 2023: A Big Year for Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) became a popular subject in 2023. Still, the technology has a long way to go to meet people’s futuristic expectations of human-like machines. ChatGPT was central to…
2023-12-19 Chinese Chipmaking Company Avoids US Restrictions
The White House announced an executive order last August targeting U.S. investment in advanced Chinese chipmaking and other technology industries. The move was a result of fears that American money…
2023-12-19 Pope Approves Blessings for Same-sex Couples
Pope Francis officially approved letting Catholic clergy bless same-sex couples, the Vatican announced Monday. The move is a complete change in church policy that aims to make the church more…
2023-12-19 Yemeni Rebel Attacks Affect International Shipping
The recent attacks on ships in and near the Red Sea by Yemen’s Houthi rebels have affected some of the world’s top shipping and oil companies. The threat has moved…
2023-12-19 Lacking Counselors, US Schools Turn to Online Therapy
Public schools in the United States are increasingly employing online mental health services, or teletherapy, for students. At least 16 of the 20 largest American public school systems are offering…
2023-12-18 Study: More Americans Affected by Long-term Tiredness
From VOA Learning English, this is the Health & Lifestyle Report. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released its most recent estimate for adults with chronic fatigue…
2023-12-18 Russian Volunteers Joining Ukraine to Fight Russia
In Ukraine, a man who goes by his military name Karabas is training to fight against the Russian army. But Karabas is not from Ukraine. He is from Russia. Karabas…
2023-12-18 The Story of Santa Claus
Santa Claus is someone who will remain in the hearts of children forever. He is the make-believe person who brings toys and other gifts to children at Christmas. To grown-ups,…
2023-12-18 Security Trial Begins in Hong Kong for Activist Publisher
Well-known Hong Kong activist and publisher Jimmy Lai went on trial Monday on charges related to the territory’s national security law. The 76-year-old Lai is the former head of Hong…