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On the roof of an apartment building in one of Gaza’s most crowded cities live some unusual occupants -- two baby lions.
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Christine: it depends on how the argument ended. So if there was consensus, I would brush it off.
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In many places around the world, wintertime brings snow, ice, and really cold temperatures. Some places can even experience a deep freeze!
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Personal or working relationships can be damaged if you shout at other people or get angry with someone.
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Today, we talk about people who can do many things. Someone with many abilities often is called a “Jack-of-all-trades” or a “Renaissance person.” A “Jack-of-all-trades” is a person who can do many different jobs.
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Where we live can make a difference in our happiness. Some people love their neighborhoods just the way they are.
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Did you hear about Charles and Henry’s car accident? Yes, I did. It’s so unfortunate. Are they still in the hospital?
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Being a designer or creative almost becomes like a lifestyle because you're constantly surrounded by challenges and beautiful things and ugly things.
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You know Ben? He got wasted yesterday! He did? He promised me that he would quit drinking!
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Soccer fans around the world love to question the calls that the referees make during games. One common insult is to say the referee must not be able to see well.
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Did you get a chance to review my presentation? How does it look? Yes, I did. It looks great to me, but keep in mind that our new boss is very picky so double check that you have exactly what he wants.
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People from around the world are bitterly divided about which animal is the better pet. But a new study may have found a clear winner when it comes to which animal is more intelligent: dogs.
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Homecoming is a tradition at American colleges, universities and also high schools. Schools usually hold a weekend for this purpose each fall.
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Another interesting quality? Their underwater communication style has scientists comparing them to “jazz” artists.
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Mangroves are unusual looking trees. They have roots that stand in saltwater and look like cables or ropes laid one on top of another. Mangroves are not just pretty -- they help the environment.
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Here in the United States, an insurance company will declare a car a total loss after an accident if it would cost more to fix it than the car is worth. They pay off the car's owner, then often they sell the wrecked car at a salvage auction.
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Sports are usually the way that countries compete with one another. However, there is another way countries around the world are competing for the top spot: planting the most trees.
