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Iran
Why does the U.S. consider Iran dangerous? How close is Iran to developing a nuclear weapon? What’s the history behind the hostility between us?
The Federal Budget, and Deficit-Cutting
Confused by the debates? Find out who’s proposing what, and what the commentators are saying.
Disaster in Japan
Earthquake, tsunami, nuclear crisis—key facts, what’s happening at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, conflicting opinion on nuclear power, and more.
China
Many Americans fear that China will overtake us as the world’s dominant power. But China faces huge challenges of its own…
Using News-Basics with ESL Students
Here are some ideas for using this site with your intermediate and advanced ESL students.
