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On today’s podcast, all about the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah; the U.S. government aims to reduce uranium production for nuclear submarines; development of artificial intelligence divides the technology industry; talking about pets followed by a discussion about our animal friends.

On today’s podcast, some scientists say the first 11 months of 2023 was the hottest 11 months recorded since 1900; street cars in San Juan, Puerto Rico; an electric car-charging road followed by a discussion about the story; then guilty pleasures on Lesson of the Day.

On today’s podcast, a study finds penguins use microsleep to get enough rest; the Associated Press says many home schools in Louisiana operate outside the state education system followed by a discussion about the findings; then, the word ‘legacy’ on Lesson of the Day.

On today’s podcast, efforts grow in the U.S. to reduce food waste; South Africa, Colombia push drug makers to permit cheap TB, HIV/AIDS drugs followed by a discussion about what patents are; then learn what “plan B” is on Lesson of the Day.

Learning English uses a limited vocabulary and are read at a slower pace than VOA's other English broadcasts. Previously known as Special English.

On today’s podcast, what foreign college students do when big American holidays come along; bright expressions shine a light on things; followed by the presidency of Ronald Reagan on America’s Presidents.