Artificial Intelligence  IELTS Listening and Reading Practice Artificial Intelligence  IELTS  Listening and Reading Practice Selected Text (below 500 words) Source :  http://www.hansonrobotics.com/ Sophia  is Hanson Robotics’ latest and most  advanced robot  to date and a cultural icon. She has become a media darling, appearing on major media outlets  around the world , igniting the interest of people  regardless of  age, gender, and culture, even gracing the cover of one of the top fashion magazines.  Her press coverage has a  potential  reach of over ten billion readers in 2017. Sophia is a highly sought-after speaker in business and showed her prowess and great  potential  across many industries. She has met face-to-face with key decision makers in banking, insurance, auto manufacturing, property development, media, and entertainment.  In addition , she has appeared onstage as a panel member an...

High  Stress  IELTS Listening and Reading Practice High Stress   IELTS  Listening and Reading Practice Selected Text (below 500 words) Source :  American Psychological Association Stress is often described as a feeling of being overwhelmed, worried or run-down. Stress can affect people of all ages, genders and circumstances and can lead to  both  physical and psychological  health issues . By definition, stress is any uncomfortable “emotional experience accompanied by predictable biochemical, physiological and behavioral changes.” Some stress can be beneficial at times, producing a boost that provides the drive and energy to help people get through situations like exams or work deadlines.  However , an extreme amount of stress can have health consequences and adversely affect the immune, cardiovascular, neuroendocrine and central nervous systems. How stress harms your health In addition , an extreme amount of stress can take...