This podcast series is based on current events about unusual news stories. With each episode usually less than 30-seconds, it's a great way for beginners to improve vocabulary!

Weird News: 30-second long news episodes to improve your listening and vocabulary

Interesting news articles read in English help you to explore new vocabulary and improve your pronunciation.
Articles vary in level - Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced.

English News

Learn how native speakers use different words and phrases.

Native English

Listen to hear about a man who built a pyramid out of pennies!

Weird News: Penny Pyramid

Listen to hear how far explorers went to find the deepest shipwreck ever reached and learn about what they discovered.

Weird News: Deepest Shipwreck Ever Discovered

Listen and learn how researchers have taught lab rats how to drive cars.