English Stories
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8 Women, 4 Bedrooms and 1 Cause: Breaking A.I.’s Glass Ceiling
Discover the story of FoundHer House, a unique home in San Francisco where a group of talented women live and work together, supporting each other to build their own A.I. companies and challenge the status quo in the tech world.
Multiple Passengers Are Killed After Bus Crashes in Western New York
A tragic tour bus accident in Western New York results in multiple deaths and the closure of a major highway, prompting a large-scale emergency response. This story explores the event and its aftermath at different levels of English proficiency.
Judge Halts Texas Law Mandating the Ten Commandments in School
A new law in Texas required all public schools to display the Ten Commandments, sparking a legal battle over religious freedom. This story follows the progression from the law's creation to a judge's decision to halt it, exploring the different viewpoints involved.
Preparations for a Move on Gaza City Have Started, Israel’s Military Says
Based on a statement from Israel's military, this story follows the buildup of troops around a city, exploring the situation's development through simplified, intermediate, and advanced English narratives.
An Evening With the Central Park Coyotes
Follow two shy but resourceful coyotes, Romeo and Juliet, as they navigate the surprising wilderness of Central Park on their nightly hunt. This multi-level story adapts their graceful adventure for beginner, intermediate, and advanced English learners.
These Majestic Seabirds Never Stop Pooping
Discover the incredible story of the streaked shearwater, a seabird with a surprisingly efficient, and messy, secret to its long flights over the ocean.
Gang-Related Attack Kills 3 in Shootout at a Brooklyn Bar
A violent, gang-related incident at a Brooklyn bar results in fatalities and injuries. This story explores the event and its aftermath from a basic factual report to a more detailed and nuanced narrative.
Unraveling in Las Vegas, Then a Massacre in New York
This story follows the journey of a troubled man from Las Vegas to New York, exploring the events that led to a tragic shooting. The narrative is adapted for learners at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels to trace the path to a national tragedy.
Disabled Amtrak Riders See Progress, but Still ‘Feel Like Freight’
This story explores the challenges and experiences of disabled passengers on trains, highlighting their ongoing fight for better accessibility and respect. The narrative is adapted for beginner, intermediate, and advanced English learners.
For Some Venetians, This Overgrown Island Is Paradise
An abandoned island near Venice is being transformed into a beautiful park. A group of citizens is working to create a peaceful place for people to escape the busy city.
PBS Slashes Budget by 21% After Federal Funding Cuts
Explore the challenges faced by the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) as it deals with significant budget cuts. This story, adapted for three learning levels, examines the impact of reduced federal funding on the nonprofit organization and its members.
What Does It Mean to Be a ‘Very American’ Artist Now?
An American artist, Robert Longo, prepares for a major exhibition in Denmark. He feels nervous about how his uniquely American art will be received, leading him to reflect on his identity as an artist in a global world.