CNN 2010-10-29

An erupting volcano, some newly-discovered species, and a celebratory soccer match. We've got it all covered for you in today's edition of CNN Student News! Hello and welcome. From the CNN Center, my name is Carl Azuz. First up, officials respond to

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EXPLORATIONS - The History of the Laser Welcome to EXPLORATIONS in VOA Special English. Im Mario Ritter. This week, we tell about one of the most recognizable objects in science fiction the laser. It is one of the best examples of how technology can

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Watch the US Navy’s New Laser Weapon in Action

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The History of the Laser Welcome to EXPLORATIONS in VOA Special English. Im Mario Ritter. This week, we tell about one of the most recognizable objects in science fiction the laser. It is one of the best examples of how technology can go from the sci

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By Paul Sisco Washington 14 November 2007 At the McDonald Observatory in western Texas, a unique space program has been quietly underway for more than 30 years. It is called the Lunar Laser Ranging Program. VOA's Paul Sisco has more. Research scienti

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