VOA Learning English

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Learning English is VOA’s multimedia source of news and information for millions of English learners worldwide. Learning English began as Special English, which Voice of America launched in 1959. Special English newscasts and features were a primary fixture of VOA’s international shortwave broadcasts for more than half a century. In 2014, our line of products was expanded to include more English teaching materials, and the service became known as Learning English.

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Learning English Podcast - February 17, 2025 17.02.2025 29:56

On this podcast, find out how eagles, hawks and owls appear in English expressions; learn about an ‘Einstein ring’ discovered around a nearby galaxy; hear about Yellowstone National Park on our All About America series followed by superlatives on Lesson of the Day.

Learning English Podcast - February 16, 2025 16.02.2025 29:57

Learning English Podcast - February 15, 2025 15.02.2025 29:57

On this podcast, a listener asks about the word ‘regimen;’ learn more about common sentence patters in academic writing; a museum of laughter in Croatia brings out the child in everyone; then, the final part of ‘The Fall of the House of Usher’ by Edgar Allan Poe on American Stories.

Thomas Edison: Inventor and Busy Team Leader - February 14, 2025 14.02.2025 3:03

Learning English Podcast - February 14, 2025 14.02.2025 29:57

European Telescope Discovers ‘Einstein Ring’ in Nearby Galaxy - February 13, 2025 13.02.2025 6:23

Yellowstone: The World’s First National Park - February 13, 2025 13.02.2025 3:59

Don't Miss a Thing With 'Eagle Eyes' - February 13, 2025 13.02.2025 5:50

Visitors Laugh Away Troubles at the HaHaHouse Museum - February 13, 2025 13.02.2025 4:26

Airbus Delays Development of Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft - February 13, 2025 13.02.2025 5:12

Learning English Podcast - February 13, 2025 13.02.2025 29:56

On today’s podcast, hear about America’s first president, George Washington; researchers warn of the dangers of heat in Europe; learn important terms in artificial intelligence; people and monkeys face problems at a Cambodian landmark; then, childhood dreams on Lesson of the Day.

Senegal Starts Introducing English in Preschools - February 12, 2025 12.02.2025 7:37

WHO Launches New Cancer Drug Plan for Children - February 12, 2025 12.02.2025 4:57

Study: Electrical Medical Device Helps Improve Muscle Strength - February 12, 2025 12.02.2025 5:25

George Washington - First President - February 12, 2025 12.02.2025 2:42

Learning English Podcast - February 12, 2025 12.02.2025 29:56

On today’s podcast, a museum in Miami, Florida, is full of tricks on the eye and illusions on All About America; use online games to teach English; what is the healthiest way to cook vegetables? Then, find out how English speakers commonly express being nervous on Lesson of the Day.

American Culture: Bald Eagle Officially Named National Bird of U.S. - February 11, 2025 11.02.2025 6:08

Cambodia Warns of ‘Aggressive’ Monkeys around Angkor Wat - February 11, 2025 11.02.2025 4:13

What Is the healthiest way to prepare vegetables? - February 11, 2025 11.02.2025 5:46

Rise in ADHD Cases Raises Questions - February 11, 2025 11.02.2025 7:41

Learning English Podcast - February 11, 2025 11.02.2025 29:56

On today’s podcast, learn about inventor Philo Farnsworth on our new All About America series; researchers in Michigan are trying to improve the apple tree; find out how to avoid dementia in middle age; then, how to sound like a native speaker when asking questions on Lesson of the Day.

Nepal Increases Cost of Permits to Climb Everest - February 10, 2025 10.02.2025 4:04

Learning English Podcast - February 10, 2025 10.02.2025 29:56

On today’s podcast, learn why Gettysburg is an important place in America; scientists release new research on two huge valleys on the far side of the moon; find out what a ‘power couple’ is; then, all about homophones on Lesson of the Day.

Learning English Podcast - February 09, 2025 09.02.2025 29:56

Learning English Podcast - February 08, 2025 08.02.2025 29:56

On today’s podcast, find out about this year’s Super Bowl and the game’s history; learn all about intransitive verb structures common in academic writing; how to use ‘regard’ and ‘regardless;’ then, part two of 'The Fall of the House of Usher,' by Edgar Allan Poe on American Stories.