2024-08-09 Ego and Arrogance
Hello! This week on Ask a Teacher, we answer a question from Ahmed in Egypt about the usage of the…
2024-08-08 Researchers Discover Very Small Human Ancestors
Twenty years ago on an Indonesian island, scientists discovered ancient bone remains of an early human species that stood about…
2024-08-08 Are Microplastics Harmful?
Extremely small pieces of plastic called microplastics are in the ocean and the air, as well as in our food…
2024-08-08 Study: Particles in Wildfire Smoke May Increase Dementia Risk
A new study suggests that particles found in wildfire smoke could increase the risk of getting dementia. Dementia is a…
2024-08-08 Everyday Grammar: Comparatives and Superlatives
Adjectives describe and add information about the people or things we see every day. Sometimes, though, we want to know…
2024-08-07 Korean Air Takes Instant Noodles Off the Menu
For many years, cups of instant noodles have been a favorite among Korean Air passengers. However, they will no longer…
2024-08-07 Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands Face Many Threats
The Galapagos, a group of islands in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, are coming under increased pressure. Observers say climate change…
2024-08-07 Judge Rules Google Has Illegal Monopoly over Search
An American judge has ruled that Google violates U.S. trade laws by operating its search engine as an illegal monopoly.…
2024-08-06 Algae Blamed for Sickening California Sea Lions
A California wildlife organization says it has been rescuing sick sea lions in recent weeks showing signs of algae poisoning.…
2024-08-06 Severe Drought Returns to the Amazon Earlier Than Expected
The Amazon Basin is facing one of the most severe droughts in recent years, the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (or…
2024-08-06 How a Small College Became a Top High-tech University
A measure begun 40 years ago by South Dakota lawmakers and state higher education leaders has turned a small rural…