Learning English & English News - on the web

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BBC: Learning English
BBC: News World Edition



Wednesday, March 10^th, 2010:
'award' and 'reward'
Amy Lightfoot answers a question from Phong in Vietnam and explains the difference between 'award' and 'reward'. Ask about English: 9 March 2010

Tuesday, March 9^th, 2010:
Oscar triumph for Hurt Locker
Words in the News, Oscar triumph for Hurt Locker, 8 March 2010

Monday, March 8^th, 2010:
Child directs air traffic
US officials are investigating how a child was apparently allowed to direct planes at JFK airport. Pilots heard the voice of a surprisingly young boy instructing them from air traffic contol. He had been brought along to work by his father.

Friday, March 5^th, 2010:
Militant
BBC Journalist Clare Arthurs looks at the uses of the word 'militant' in news contexts. News Words: 4 March 2010

Thursday, March 4^th, 2010:
Australia debates nuclear waste
Aboriginal groups are to debate controversial plans to build Australia's first nuclear waste dump on tribal land in the Northern Territory. Words in the News: 3 March 2010

Wednesday, March 3^rd, 2010:
'persons' and 'peoples'
Amy Lightfoot answers a question from Marlene in Brazil and explains when to use the words 'persons' and 'peoples'. Ask about English: 2 March 2010

Tuesday, March 2^nd, 2010:
Gold for Canada as Olympics end
The flame was put out and the organisers were praised as the Olympic Games in Vancouver came to a close. But the real excitement was provided by Canada's men's ice-hockey team winning the final gold medal of the games. Words in the News: 1 March 2010

Monday, March 1^st, 2010:
'Junk' bonuses now worth billions
Bonuses that were thought to be worthless and were given to Credit Suisse bankers as punishment for their poor work, are now much more valuable than 'safer' investments. Words in the News: 26 February 2010

Friday, February 26^th, 2010:
Intelligence
BBC Journalist Clare Arthurs looks at the uses of the word 'intelligence' in news contexts. News Words: 25 February 2010

Thursday, February 25^th, 2010:
Curries against violence
Following recent attacks against Indian students in Melbourne, Australians have been encouraged to eat a special Indian meal as a way to protest against racism. Words in the News: 24 February 2010

Wednesday, February 24^th, 2010:
Loose or lose?
Amy Lightfoot talks about how the difference between loose and lose. Ask about English, 26 Feb 2010

Tuesday, February 23^rd, 2010:
The Hurt Locker wins at Baftas
The British film awards, the Baftas, have just been announced. The big winner was the film 'The Hurt Locker' which won six awards. Words in the News: 22 February 2010

Monday, February 22^nd, 2010:
Tourism boost for Peru
The Peruvian government is cutting the price of flights and hotel rooms to help the struggling tourism industry. Recent floods cut off access to Machu Picchu, Peru's top tourist attraction. WITN. 19 February 2010

Friday, February 19^th, 2010:
Information society
BBC Journalist Clare Arthurs looks at the uses of the phrase 'information society' in news contexts. News Words: 18 February 2010

Thursday, February 18^th, 2010:
Tutankhamun 'killed by malaria'
Scientists who spent the last two years looking at the dead body of Tutankhamun, say the Pharaoh had disabilities. They believe the young king wasn't murdered but died from malaria. Words in the News: 17 February 2010

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BBC: News World Edition

The following up-to-date news are provided by BBC. Of course, these pages require a good understanding of the English language.

Wednesday, March 10^th, 2010:
Man charged with terror offences
A 30-year-old Tyneside man has been charged with a series of terror offences, police said.
Gambler awaits extradition result
A British poker champion accused of killing his wife and dumping her body in a US national park will find out in April if he is to be extradited.
'Bali bomber' killed in Indonesia
Indonesia's President Yudhoyono confirms security forces killed Bali bomb suspect Dulmatin in raids in Jakarta on Tuesday.
EU to back bluefin tuna trade ban
EU nations decide to support a ban on international trade in Atlantic bluefin tuna until stocks recover.
Ex-chief warns over defence funds
Ministers will have to cut back all but the most essential projects to meet a funding shortfall, a former defence chief warns.
Bulger error man in plea to Straw
A man subjected to a hate campaign over false claims he is Jon Venables pleads with Jack Straw to reveal his new identity.
BA strike talks end without deal
Talks between BA and the Unite union aimed at averting strike action by cabin crew break down without agreement.
Haiti situation 'dire', Obama says
Barack Obama warns that the crisis in quake-hit Haiti is not over, as he meets the country's president.
Zuma submits finance declaration
South African President Jacob Zuma submits his declaration of interests, after critics urged an inquiry into his finances.
Israel under pressure over homes
Israel comes under growing international pressure following its approval of new building in occupied East Jerusalem.
Scientists to review climate body
The UN Secretary-General asks the world's leading science academies to review the UN's climate science body.
Labour edges ahead on education
A BBC Newsnight poll suggests that the Conservatives are failing to win over voters unsatisfied with Labour's record on education.
Pakistan attack kills aid workers
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
ANC seeks Winnie Mandela answers
South Africa's ANC asks Winnie Mandela to clarify a media report in which she apparently fiercely criticised ex-husband Nelson.
EU set to ban bluefin tuna trade
Reports indicate that the EU has decided to support a ban on international trade in Atlantic bluefin tuna.

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Number of links: 15

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