Democrats running for President had a debate in Atlanta's Fox Theater. You will see John Chancellor (NBC News) ask a question. Senators Gary Hart answers, followed by Vice President Walter Mondale. Senator John Glenn, the third astronaut in space, also responds. At 1:47 look for Knox Porter in the audience.
1984 Democratic Debate
Friday, January 1, 2016
Sunday, May 17, 2015
Architect Renzo Piano Creates a Vibrant New Home for American Art
Google Renzo Piano + 1 building in the list. Share with the class what you learn. Show visuals.
The Whitney Museum is a treasure trove of American art, which first
opened its doors 101 years ago. Now, it has opened its doors in a
brand-new building. Norah O'Donnell of "CBS This Morning" gives us a
tour:
The Smithsonian Institute's Scientific Research in Panama
Research in Panama
An island was created by manmade Gatun Lake, part of the water bridge between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans in the Panama Canal. It has served no purpose other than research, attracting scientists since 1923. Nowhere on Earth is there more complete research data on tropical forests.
An island was created by manmade Gatun Lake, part of the water bridge between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans in the Panama Canal. It has served no purpose other than research, attracting scientists since 1923. Nowhere on Earth is there more complete research data on tropical forests.
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Get ready to read, watch, & listen to news!
In this course, we will stay updated professionally, think critically, and even find pleasure. As lifelong learners, you are going to increase interest in American and English language news. We will learn more about news from countries in our class. Pupils will raise awareness of current events, reading skills, plus verbal and written expression. The role of American media – how it influences understanding of reality – will be a focus. All shall see how a free press works. This blog is a forum to discuss views on current issues in: business, entertainment, health, politics, technology, and the arts. Our objective is to absorb knowledge and respond.
Death in the Mediterranean
Desperation fuels the largest mass migration since WWII in which thousands have died trying to reach Europe by sea. Clarissa Ward, a foreign correspondent for CBS News, reports on 60 Minutes.
TED Talks
The lecture series has become one of the Internet's most powerful platforms -- spreading ideas through the stories of remarkable people. Charlie Rose reports on 60 Minutes (CBS News). On April 28, 2015 students from EF Atlanta attended a TED Talk.
Saturday, March 28, 2015
An American TV Star in Japan
Could an American-born celebrity be famous overseas while remaining
virtually unknown in the USA? Seth Doane sends us the answer in this
Postcard From Japan. Watch this feature from CBS Sunday Morning.
Using Chainsaws to Carve Art from Ice
Some works of art truly deserve to be called COOL ... the ones Lee
Cowan will be showing us from near the Arctic Circle. Which country will win this contest? This report from CBS Sunday Morning gives the answer.
World Ice Art Championships
Pictures
Friday, March 13, 2015
U.S. Hits Venezuela with Sanctions Over Crackdown on Protesters
This BBC report gives a summary of the crisis in Venezuela.
BBC March 2015
Here is a business report from CNBC. Oil and fuel in Venezuela are discussed.
venezuelas-ludicrous-economic-policies-CNBC
Listen to this report from National Public Radio. Read the transcript. This will help your listening and pronunciation. This is an easy way to read advanced articles.
u-s-hits-venezuela-with-sanctions-over-crackdown-on-protesters
Listen to other news on NPR.org.
BBC March 2015
Here is a business report from CNBC. Oil and fuel in Venezuela are discussed.
venezuelas-ludicrous-economic-policies-CNBC
Listen to this report from National Public Radio. Read the transcript. This will help your listening and pronunciation. This is an easy way to read advanced articles.
u-s-hits-venezuela-with-sanctions-over-crackdown-on-protesters
Listen to other news on NPR.org.
One Of The Biggest Stars In Classical Music, Gustavo Dudamel
Who's the world's greatest conductor? Hands down it's
Gustavo Dudamel, a shaggy haired prodigy from Venezuela, who has become
classical music's newest rock star.
60 Minutes is program that is broadcast on
the CBS television network. The New York Times has called it "one
of the most esteemed news magazines on American television. The reporter is Bob Simon, a journalist from 1969 - 2015. He was on 60 Minutes from 1996 until he died in 2015.
'You Are Invited': Isolated Iran Seeks Foreign Tourists
Iran opened an international tourism exhibition with a slogan: "You are invited."
Here is a report from National Public Radio. Listen. Read the transcript at the same time. NPR.org is a great way to build advanced English skills.
Here is a report from National Public Radio. Listen. Read the transcript at the same time. NPR.org is a great way to build advanced English skills.
In Saudi Arabia, women drive for change.
Holly Williams reports on life in Saudi Arabia. She was on CBS This Morning.
Hoop Dreams
Student with Terminal Cancer to Play on College Basketball Team
Here is an inspiring report from CBS This Morning. Norah O'Donnell introduces the story. Vladimir Duthiers reports this feature.
http://www.cbs.com/shows/cbs_this_morning/video/89ik4uilIRCJrsyeWoAGPiYfnnXcNLbk/student-with-terminal-cancer-to-play-on-college-basketball-team/
This report shows Lauren Hill's big basketball game. On CBS Evening News, Scott Pelley introduces the feature. Steve Hartman reports On the Road. Basketball
When an athlete's picture is on a box of Wheaties cereal, it is a great honor. This is a famous American tradition.
Basketball: The Gainesville Tornadoes thank their unexpected fans
How do you feel after this feature?
Texas high school basketball
Texas high school basketball
Child Stars Face Demons & Temptations
The Today Show, produced by NBC, has presented morning news and talk since 1952. Each morning between five and six million viewers watch, making Today the highest rated American breakfast news program. Today held the number one position for 14 years. This day, we will look and see a feature which has informed many in the USA. Meredith Viera interviewed actor Kirk Cameron and Dr. Drew. This segment stayed on my mind as I drove to work and again as I ran errands in the afternoon. I was bearing the burden of a family as they buried a talented son. After 32 years of teaching teens, I am passionate about youth finding ways to live chemical free. Watch to see why this feature kept me thinking hours after it aired.
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/35888659#35888659
Here is a young Kirk Franklin on TV in Growing Pains.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np7_YVd7Ygw
Now for your comments. What can be done to keep people free from drug addiction in the 21st century? Why do some child stars suffer addiction, and others do not? Do Kirk Cameron and the doctor speak sensibly, or do you disagree? Do you find hope or despair in this report?
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/35888659#35888659
Here is a young Kirk Franklin on TV in Growing Pains.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=np7_YVd7Ygw
Now for your comments. What can be done to keep people free from drug addiction in the 21st century? Why do some child stars suffer addiction, and others do not? Do Kirk Cameron and the doctor speak sensibly, or do you disagree? Do you find hope or despair in this report?
Colombia's Resurgence
Surge: Something was very high, strong, or important.
Re: (prefix) again
Resurgence: Something was high. It had trouble and fell (declined). It rises again.
Colombia still has its problems. The country is clearly on the upswing and hopes to attract 4 million tourists this year. Mo Rocca heads to Colombia to report on the once-troubled nation's recent resurgence. The report is from CBS Sunday Morning.
Colombia still has its problems. The country is clearly on the upswing and hopes to attract 4 million tourists this year. Mo Rocca heads to Colombia to report on the once-troubled nation's recent resurgence. The report is from CBS Sunday Morning.
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
Friday, November 14, 2014
Artist searches for needle in haystack at Paris museum
Paris art museum
Artist Searches for a Needle in a Haystack for Two Days
NBC Nightly News
http://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/artist-looking-needle-haystack-literally-n248476Artist Searches for a Needle in a Haystack for Two Days
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Hawaiian River of Fire
Lava Flow Threatens Dozens of Homes
The Kilauea Volcano is erupting in the state of Hawaii. Clayton Sandell of ABC News, reported on October 25, 2014.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiG6eyVDn08&feature=youtube_gdata
Below are two CNN reports from October 29.
http://www.cnn.com/2014/10/28/us/hawaii-volcano/index.html?iref=allsearch
CNN takes a helicopter ride over the volcano. Martin Savidge reports.
http://www.cnn.com/video/?/video/us/2014/10/29/orig-chasing-the-lava-in-hawaii-npr-martin-savidge.cnn&iref=allsearch&video_referrer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2Fsearch%2F%3Fquery%3Dkilauea%26x%3D21%26y%3D5%26primaryType%3Dmixed%26sortBy%3Drelevance%26intl%3DfalseHelicopter
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