Peace and Quiet at Isle Royale National Park

This week on our national parks journey, we explore a remote island near Michigan’s border with Canada. It sits within a huge freshwater lake. It is one of the least-visited national parks in America. Welcome to Isle Royale National Park! Isle Royale is surrounded by the deep blue waters of Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake on Earth by area. The park’s quiet forests and rocky shores offer a kind of solitude and peace not found in some of the more popular national parks.   No cars or other wheeled vehicles are permitted on Isle Royale. There are no real roads on the island. The only way to get to the park is by boat or sea plane. The National Park Service operates shuttle boats that take visitors to Isle Royale. The boats leave from two Michigan ports. A boat trip to Isle Royale takes three to five hours. Waters are often extremely rough. Isle Royale is the largest of the islands within the national park. It is 72 kilometers long. The entire national park protects a total area of 230,000 hectares, including some 450 islands that surround Isle Royale. Fifty-two-thousand hectares is land. The rest is water. Isle Royale became a national park in 1940. In 1980, officials named it an International Biosphere Reserve because of its unique ecosystem. Its remote location is part of what makes it among the least-visited national parks. But, once they arrive, most visitors stay a while. The average stay for visitors to Isle Royale National Park is 3.5 days. The average stay for visitors to most other national parks is just four hours. Isle Royale offers hiking, camping, boating, and even scuba diving. The extremely cold waters of Lake Superior help keep shipwrecks in excellent condition. The National Park Service protects 11 sunken boats for divers to explore. They are reminders of Lake Superior’s commercial shipping history. The sunken wooden ship called The America is one of the most popular dive sites. The America carried passengers, mail, and supplies to many towns along the shores of Lake Superior. It first launched in 1898, and was used until 1928, when it was damaged. It sank to the bottom of the lake soon after. Today, divers can swim through the ship’s ballroom, bedrooms and engine room. Painted on the ship’s engine is an American flag. Many divers take pictures of this sight. The Rock Harbor lighthouse is another reminder of the former shipping industry. Workers built the lighthouse in the 1850s to help guide ships safely to the island’s copper mines. The mining industry was short-lived, however. The lighthouse itself lit the way for ships for just 24 years. But, it still stands today. Inside, exhibits and information help visitors understand Isle Royale’s maritime history. A short hiking trail leads visitors to the lighthouse.   Visitors to Isle Royale share the trails with a well-studied population of moose and wolves. Both species migrated to the island sometime in the early to mid-1900s. Scientists believe that moose swam to the island. They think wolves walked there during a freeze of the lake sometime in the 1940s. Scientists have closely studied the relationship between Isle Royale’s wolves and moose since the late 1950s. It is one of the best-studied predatory-prey relationships in the world. Researchers closely record their population numbers. Much of the research takes place during the winter, when the trees are bare. The researchers fly over the island to observe the animals from above. In early 2016, researchers from Michigan Tech University observed just two remaining wolves on Isle Royale. The moose population, however, is growing. Scientists observed about 1,300 moose on the island this winter. Animal research is the only winter activity going on at Isle Royale. The national park is closed each year beginning in late October because of the harsh weather conditions. It reopens in spring time the next year. But for the other months of the year, Isle Royale offers refreshing lake breezes, green forests, and clear blue waters. Its stunning scenery and unusual solitude keep visitors returning year after year. I’m Ashley Thompson. And I’m Caty Weaver.      Ashley Thompson wrote this report with materials from the National Park Service. Caty Weaver was the editor.  ________________________________________________________________ Words in This Story   rough - adj. not calm : having large waves, strong winds, storms, etc. reminder - n. something that causes you to remember or to think about something commercial - adj. related to or used in the buying and selling of goods and services maritime - adj. of or relating to sailing on the sea or doing business (such as trading) by sea predatory - adj. living by killing and eating other animals prey - n. an animal that is hunted or killed by another animal for food solitude - n. a state or situation in which you are alone usually because you want to be

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Foreign Diplomats and U.S. Officials Clean a Florida Beach

Last Friday was an unusual day for several diplomats in the U.S. state of Florida. The U.S. Department of State gathered consular officers from Africa, Europe and Latin America to pick garbage off the beach in Key Biscayne. Their efforts supported a program called the International Coastal Cleanup of Beaches. This program aims to clean garbage out of oceans and off beaches. The International Coastal Cleanup also tries to bring attention to the issue of pollution in the world’s oceans. U.S. Department of State official Clifton Seagroves said protecting the world’s oceans is very important. "We want to bring attention to … pollution, microbeads, plastics … which causes problems for the whole world." A 2015 Reuters news service report stated scientists believe more than nine million tons of garbage are in the world’s oceans. Uruguay’s consul, Lourdes Bonet, said she felt it was her duty to help with the efforts. “A person continues to live in the place where he or she lives,” she said. “And [they] must return all that hospitality that has been received.” Ecuador’s consul, Eduardo Rivadeneira, praised the efforts to clean the beach. “I had never come to this park and I think it’s spectacular,” he said. “Everyone is from all over the world sharing this great moment.” The group was able to remove almost 550 kilograms of garbage from the Key Biscayne beach by the end of the day. This same amount usually takes a week to remove. I’m Pete Musto. Jose Pernalete reported on this story for VOANews.com. Pete Musto adapted it for Learning English. Kelly Jean Kelly was the editor. We want to hear from you. Write to us in the Comments Section or on our Facebook page. ______________________________________________________________ Words in This Story   consular officer(s) – n. a government official whose job is to live in a foreign country and protect and help the citizens of his or her own country who are traveling, living, or doing business there garbage – n. things that are no longer useful or wanted and that have been thrown out hospitality – n. generous and friendly treatment of visitors and guests spectacular – adj. causing wonder and admiration

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'A Pair of Silk Stockings' by Kate Chopin

Our story is called "A Pair of Silk Stockings." It was written by Kate Chopin. Here is Barbara Klein with the story. Little Missus Sommers one day found herself the unexpected owner of fifteen dollars. It seemed to her a very large amount of money. The way it filled up her worn money holder gave her a feeling of importance that she had not enjoyed for years. The question of investment was one she considered carefully. For a day or two she walked around in a dreamy state as she thought about her choices. She did not wish to act quickly and do anything she might regret. During the quiet hours of the night she lay awake considering ideas. A dollar or two could be added to the price she usually paid for her daughter Janie's shoes.  This would guarantee they would last a great deal longer than usual. She would buy cloth for new shirts for the boys.  Her daughter Mag should have another dress. And still there would be enough left for new stockings — two pairs per child. What time that would save her in always repairing old stockings! The idea of her little family looking fresh and new for once in their lives made her restless with excitement. The neighbors sometimes talked of the "better days" that little Missus Sommers had known before she had ever thought of being Missus Sommers. She herself never looked back to her younger days. She had no time to think about the past. The needs of the present took all her energy. Missus Sommers knew the value of finding things for sale at reduced prices. She could stand for hours making her way little by little toward the desired object that was selling below cost. She could push her way if need be. But that day she was tired and a little bit weak. She had eaten a light meal—no! She thought about her day. Between getting the children fed and the house cleaned, and preparing herself to go shopping, she had forgotten to eat at all! When she arrived at the large department store, she sat in front of an empty counter. She was trying to gather strength and courage to push through a mass of busy shoppers. She rested her hand upon the counter. She wore no gloves. She slowly grew aware that her hand had felt something very pleasant to touch. She looked down to see that her hand lay upon a pile of silk stockings. A sign nearby announced that they had been reduced in price. A young girl who stood behind the counter asked her if she wished to examine the silky leg coverings. She smiled as if she had been asked to inspect diamond jewelry with the aim of purchasing it. But she went on feeling the soft, costly items. Now she used both hands, holding the stockings up to see the light shine through them. Two red marks suddenly showed on her pale face. She looked up at the shop girl. "Do you think there are any size eights-and-a-half among these?" There were a great number of stockings in her size. Missus Sommers chose a black pair and looked at them closely. "A dollar and ninety-eight cents," she said aloud. "Well, I will buy this pair." She handed the girl a five dollar bill and waited for her change and the wrapped box with the stockings. What a very small box it was! It seemed lost in her worn old shopping bag. Missus Sommers then took the elevator which carried her to an upper floor into the ladies' rest area.  In an empty corner, she replaced her cotton stockings for the new silk ones. For the first time she seemed to be taking a rest from the tiring act of thought. She had let herself be controlled by some machine-like force that directed her actions and freed her of responsibility. How good was the touch of the silk on her skin! She felt like lying back in the soft chair and enjoying the richness of it. She did for a little while. Then she put her shoes back on and put her old stockings into her bag. Next, she went to the shoe department, sat down and waited to be fitted. The young shoe salesman was unable to guess about her background. He could not resolve her worn, old shoes with her beautiful, new stockings. She tried on a pair of new boots. She held back her skirts and turned her feet one way and her head another way as she looked down at the shiny, pointed boots. Her foot and ankle looked very lovely. She could not believe that they were a part of herself. She told the young salesman that she wanted an excellent and stylish fit. She said she did not mind paying extra as long as she got what she desired. After buying the new boots, she went to the glove department.  It was a long time since Missus Sommers had been fitted with gloves. When she had bought a pair they were always "bargains," so cheap that it would have been unreasonable to have expected them to be fitted to her hand. Now she rested her arm on the counter where gloves were for sale. A young shop girl drew a soft, leather glove over Missus Sommers's hand. She smoothed it down over the wrist and buttoned it neatly.  Both women lost themselves for a second or two as they quietly praised the little gloved hand. There were other places where money might be spent. A store down the street sold books and magazines. Missus Sommers bought two costly magazines that she used to read back when she had been able to enjoy other pleasant things. She lifted her skirts as she crossed the street. Her new stockings and boots and gloves had worked wonders for her appearance. They had given her a feeling of satisfaction, a sense of belonging to the well-dressed crowds. She was very hungry. Another time she would have ignored the desire for food until reaching her own home. But the force that was guiding her would not permit her to act on such a thought. There was a restaurant at the corner. She had never entered its doors.  She had sometimes looked through the windows. She had noted the white table cloths, shining glasses and waiters serving wealthy people. When she entered, her appearance created no surprise or concern, as she had half feared it might. She seated herself at a small table. A waiter came at once to take her order. She ordered six oysters, a chop, something sweet, a glass of wine and a cup of coffee.  While waiting to be served she removed her gloves very slowly and set them beside her. Then she picked up her magazine and looked through it. It was all very agreeable. The table cloths were even more clean and white than they had seemed through the window. And the crystal drinking glasses shined even more brightly. There were ladies and gentlemen, who did not notice her, lunching at the small tables like her own. A pleasing piece of music could be heard, and a gentle wind was blowing through the window. She tasted a bite, and she read a word or two and she slowly drank the wine. She moved her toes around in the silk stockings. The price of it all made no difference. When she was finished, she counted the money out to the waiter and left an extra coin on his tray. He bowed to her as if she were a princess of royal blood. There was still money in her purse, and her next gift to herself presented itself as a theater advertisement. When she entered the theater, the play had already begun.  She sat between richly dressed women who were there to spend the day eating sweets and showing off their costly clothing. There were many others who were there only to watch the play. It is safe to say there was no one there who had the same respect that Missus Sommers did for her surroundings. She gathered in everything —stage and players and people -- in one wide sensation. She laughed and cried at the play. She even talked a little with the women. One woman wiped her eyes with a small square of lace and passed Missus Sommers her box of candy. The play was over, the music stopped, the crowd flowed outside. It was like a dream ended. Missus Sommers went to wait for the cable car. A man with sharp eyes sat opposite her.  It was hard for him to fully understand what he saw in her expression. In truth, he saw nothing -- unless he was a magician. Then he would sense her heartbreaking wish that the cable car would never stop anywhere, but go on and on with her forever. "A Pair of Silk Stockings" was written by Kate Chopin.  Your storyteller was Barbara Klein.  Dana Demange adapted and produced it. Download activities to help you understand this story here. Now it's your turn to use the words in this story. If you were given a large amount of money, how would you spend it? Write to us in the Comments Section or on our Facebook page. __________________________________________________________ Words in This Story investment - n. something that you buy with the idea that it will increase in value, usefulness, etc. ankle- n. the joint where the foot joins the leg stylish- adj.  following the popular style; fashionable oyster- n. a type of shellfish that has a rough shell with two parts and that is eaten both cooked and raw chop- n.  a small piece of meat that usually includes a bone from an animal's side sensation- n.  a particular feeling or effect that your body experiences lace- n. a very thin and light cloth made with patterns of holes ​

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Ethiopian Runner Urges US to Push for Human Rights in His Country

Ethiopian runner Feyisa Lelisa is urging the United States Congress to take action in support of Ethiopians protesting against their government. Lelisa won the silver medal in the marathon at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro last month. He spoke to reporters earlier this week during a visit to Washington, D.C. He said that the Ethiopian people are “peace-loving, but they have been denied peace for a very long time.” The protesters “are calling for the freedom, (and) democracy that you have here.” He called on the U.S. government to urge the Ethiopian government to make sure that democracy prevails in Ethiopia. Feyisa Lelisa gained attention throughout the world during the men’s marathon at the Rio Games. He crossed his wrists as a sign of protest at the end of the race, near the finish line. Lelisa is Oromo and made the sign in support of Oromo protests. Those protests have been taking place in Ethiopia since last November. The demonstrators are raising issues such as land rights and representation in the government. Since Lelisa crossed his wrists at the race in Rio, other runners have copied this move. Ebisa Ejigu crossed his arms in the Quebec City Marathon in Canada. Tamiru Demisse is a member of the Ethiopian team at the Paralympics in Rio. He crossed his arms as he won a silver medal in the men’s 1,500 meter race for runners with poor or limited eyesight. Three U.S. lawmakers presented a measure called House Resolution 861 during Lelisa’s press conference. The three -- Chris Smith, Keith Ellison and Mike Coffman – say the resolution is called “Supporting human rights and encouraging inclusive governance in Ethiopia.” The resolution calls on the Ethiopian government to end the use of excessive force by security forces. It urges the government to hold security forces responsible for wrongdoing. The resolution also calls on the government to investigate the killings and violence during protests in the Oromia and Amhara areas of Ethiopia. Eleven civil society organizations have signed the measure. Lelisa is visiting the United States on a temporary visa. He said he was not seeking asylum. I’m Jill Robbins.   Salem Solomon wrote this story for VOANews.com. Jim Dresbach adapted it for Learning English. George Grow was the editor. We want to hear from you. Write to us in the Comments Section or visit our Facebook page. _______________________________________________________________ Words in This Story   medal – n. a piece of metal often in the form of a coin with designs and words in honor of a special event, a person or an achievement marathon – n. a running race that is about 42 kilometers long paralympic – n. a series of international contests for athletes with disabilities prevails – v. to defeat an opponent, especially in a long conflict or competition encouraging – v. making something more hopeful, more appealing or likely to happen

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English @ the Movies: 'You're A Legend'

With English @ the Movies, we are talking about the expression "you're a legend." It is from the movie "Jack Reacher: Never Go Back." The action movie about a former military officer. Watch and listen to find out what "you're a legend" means.

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Gold Toilet Revealed at NYC Museum

This is What’s Trending Today… If you have ever wanted to use a toilet made of pure gold, now is your chance. New York’s famous Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum has set up a working, 18-carat gold toilet in one of its washrooms. The device, like a piece of art, even has a name. It is called “America." Museum visitors are invited to use the golden toilet, when the need arises. The toilet is the creation of Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan. He reportedly stated that his artwork is about economic inequality. The Guggenheim museum said the toilet is a "a bold, irreverent work ... ultimately reminding us of the inescapable physical realities of our shared humanity.” It added that the point of the bright, shiny object is to make “available to the public an extravagant luxury product seemingly intended for the 1 percent," or the wealthiest people. A reporter for The New York Times was able to try out the golden toilet before it was opened to the public on Friday. The reporter said it “looks best when in use, sparkling so much it’s almost too bright to look at.” The newspaper reported that the arrival of the golden toilet was delayed because it was difficult to set up in the Guggenheim. Private donors provided money for the project. The toilet’s value has yet to be made public. This is not the first time a washroom fixture has been used as a work of art. In 1917, French-American artist Marcel Duchamp called a urinal connected to the wall a “Fountain.” The work led to protests in the art community. And that’s What’s Trending Today.   VOA News reported this story. Ashley Thompson adapted it for Learning English. George Grow was the editor.  ________________________________________________________________ Words in This Story   irreverent - adj. having or showing a lack of respect for someone or something that is usually treated with respect  extravagant - adj. more than is usual, necessary, or proper; very expensive and not necessary urinal - n. a toilet that is attached to a wall especially in a public bathroom for men to use

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September 16, 2016

A look at the best news photos from around the world.

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News Words: Blackout

This news word has many meaning. Learn them in this week's News Words.

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New Group Tells British Government to Speed Up Break with Europe

Three months ago, voters in the United Kingdom decided to withdraw from the European Union. Now, some supporters of the planned withdrawal are calling loudly for a quick, sharp break with the EU. Last June, 52 percent of the voters agreed on a proposal for Britain to cancel its EU membership. That membership made Britain part of a political and economic alliance with 27 other countries. The voters’ decision to cancel – or exit – the membership is known as Brexit. The official process to leave the EU takes two years. It begins when the British government invokes Article 50 of a treaty. Britain’s new prime minister, Teresa May, has repeatedly said she plans to delay invoking Article 50. But “hard Brexit” supporters say the government should act quickly – before the end of the year. Those supporters note that the British stock market is strong, and that numbers related to jobs and sales are high. In other words, the British economy is doing well.  On Sunday, leading Brexiters formed a group to pressure the government to start the exit process. The group is called Change Britain. Organizers say it aims to “deliver the UK’s referendum result in the most effective way.” Politics and the prime minister Prime Minister Teresa May campaigned for Britain to remain in the EU. Now, she is walking a political tightrope. Some people in her Conservative Party want to make sure Britain breaks completely with the EU. If Britain does not, those party members might revolt. At the same time, Britain’s trading partners want the country to remain a member of the EU Single Market. They are pressuring the prime minister to find a way to stay close economically to the rest of Europe. Relationship with EU One of the Brexit supporters in May’s government is Iain Duncan Smith. He said last week that the EU bloc is currently a “complete mess.” Duncan Smith worries that the longer Britain delays the exit process, the closer the country will remain to the EU. Several leading Brexiters in the government spoke privately with VOA. They worry the prime minister might try to negotiate a deal between Britain and the EU. The deal would enable Britain to stay in the EU Single Market. But, Brexit supporters fear, the deal would probably require Britain to accept migrants and provide financially to the EU budget. International concerns The international community is also speaking out about Brexit. Last weekend, Japan’s Foreign Ministry took an unusual step. It published a paper on the effects of the Brexit vote. The paper urged Britain to keep full access to the Single Market. And, it said the government should let British businesses offer jobs to EU nationals without restrictions. Japanese businesses are major employers in Britain. The Japanese aren’t the only ones who are worried. American bankers also believe a hard Brexit would be bad for their investments and businesses. They have already created plans to move workers from London to Dublin, Amsterdam, Paris or Frankfurt. Brexit boom? But Brexiters do not believe withdrawing from the EU will affect their economy poorly. They point to the country’s currently strong economy, calling it a “Brexit boom.” The situation, they say, shows Britain will continue to do well on its own, outside the EU. But many economists say it is too soon to judge the economic results of Brexit. One reason, they say, is that Britain has not yet withdrawn from the EU. But they warn the longer-term signs are not good. Rupert Pennant-Rea is a former deputy governor of the Bank of England. He says the “strongest clue” of what Brexit might mean for Britain comes from international financial markets. In a story in the Financial Times newspaper, he noted that all the currency markets show British assets are worth less than they used to be. “Land, property, companies, bank deposits, government debt — everything in the UK has been marked down against the rest of the world,” he wrote. Conservative Party leader and former government minister John Whittingdale rejects talk about economic dangers. He says people who do not like Brexit are just looking for problems. Wittingdale told Britain’s Sunday Telegraph newspaper that delaying Brexit gives opponents time to try and stop the process. Those opponents – called Remainers – still hope Britain won't withdraw from the EU. They are waiting for the result of legal challenges to the Brexit vote. But legal experts say those challenges are very unlikely to succeed. I’m Mario Ritter.   Jamie Dettmer reported this story for VOA News. Kelly Jean Kelly adapted it for Learning English. George Grow was the editor. _________________________________________________________ Words in This Story invoke – v. to make use of a law or a right tightrope – n.  a tightly stretched rope or wire high above the ground that a performer walks on, especially in a circus. The word is often used figuratively to describe a dangerous or uncertain situation in which you have to be very careful not to make mistakes revolt –v. to act in a way that shows that you do not accept the control or influence of someone or something boom– n. a rapid increase in growth or economic success migrant – n. a person who goes from place to place, usually for economic reasons access – n. a way or getting near or close to something; permission or the right to enter challenge – n. a refusal to accept something as true, correct, or legal

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U.S. Officials Meet with Aung San Suu Kyi

Mixed reaction from U.S. congressional leaders after President Obama announces plans to lift sanctions on Myanmar.

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Rocket Explosion Hurts Facebook’s Internet Plans for Africa

Plans to make Internet connections easier to get in Africa were hurt this month when a rocket exploded in the U.S. state of Florida. The rocket belonging to the company SpaceX was carrying a communications satellite for the social media network Facebook. Facebook had planned to use some of the satellite’s coverage to bring Internet service to people in countries south of the Saharan desert. Facebook and Google are working on other ways to bring Internet access to Africa, but it will be some time before they are ready. Faiz Bashir heads FlexiSAF, an education technology company in Abuja, Nigeria. He says Internet access is too costly for most Nigerians. “If you want very good Internet, it’s very expensive. Usually only big companies and rich people can afford that,” he said The International Telecommunication Union says about 25 percent of people in Africa will use the Internet this year. That is more than last year’s rate of 20 percent. But it is still the lowest rate in the world. Facebook provides Internet service in Africa Three years ago, Facebook said it would try to bring Internet access to more people in Africa and other areas of the world. Mark Zuckerberg, who leads Facebook, talked about the plan in a Facebook video. “Our plan is to make basic Internet services affordable, so that everyone with a phone can join the knowledge economy.” One part of that plan began in Nigeria in May. It is called Free Basics. Anyone with a smartphone can see some health, education, weather, job search and other sites -- including Facebook – at no cost. Bashir says it is easier now for him to communicate with family members in isolated areas of the country. Free Basics is now available in 48 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Facebook also offers a service called Express Wi-Fi. People can pay to use the Wi-Fi. Facebook planned to expand its services, but then came the setback of September 1st. The social media network has faced several setbacks USLaunchReport.com released a video showing the explosion of the SpaceX rocket. It was not the only problem Facebook has had this year as it tries to give more people access to the Internet. In February, R.S. Sharma, the head of India’s telecommunications agency, announced new rules that make it harder for Facebook to offer its Free Basics service in the country. “No service provider shall charge differential pricing on the basis of application, platforms or websites or source,” he said. Differential pricing means charging two prices to different groups for the same service. The rules pleased some Internet activists who believe companies should not be able to decide what websites a person can see. It is not known how many new Internet users the Free Basics plan has created. A group called The Alliance for an Affordable Internet looked at who was using the plan -- and of others that offer free Internet access -- in eight countries. Research manager Dhanaraj Thakur says the group found that 88 percent of the users were not new to the Internet. Thakur says people were using Free Basics to visit Facebook and other websites but were using their data plans to watch videos. Facebook says it wants to help everyone in the world go online. Last month, it announced a successful test of a solar-powered drone, or unmanned aircraft. It is designed to stay in the air for weeks, providing Internet service to rural areas. Google is also helping rural people get access to the Internet by using large balloons floating high above the earth. It is not known if Facebook plans to launch another satellite. I’m Jonathan Evans. VOA Correspondent Steve Baragona reported this story from Washington. Christopher Jones-Cruise adapted the report for Learning English. Pete Heinlein was the editor. We want to hear from you. Write to us in the Comments Section, or visit our Facebook page. ______________________________________________________________ Words in This Story   expensive –adj. costly basic –adj. not including anything extra affordable –adj. able to be bought without too much money isolated –adj. far away from other things, separated from others Wi-Fi –n. a wireless connection available over short distances differential pricing –n. giving a different price to two or more groups for the same service data plans –n. a plan in which a person pays an amount of money to receive a set amount of data over the Internet solar –adj. have to do with, or provided by the sun

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