美联社新闻一分钟 2007-04-27（在线收听）

1. An apartment building collapses in Istanbul with rescuers pulling two people out of the rubble alive. The mayor blames the collapse on a damaged foundation caused by a contractor tearing down the building next door.

2. A historic veto showdown is brewing in Washington between Congress and President Bush over troops in Iraq. Following the House, the Democratic-controlled Senate passed legislation requiring troop withdrawals by Oct. 1. The president promises a veto.

3. Prince Harry is headed for combat duty in Iraq. But he may not get close to any fighting. Some commanders on the British military fear his presence may endanger other troops. One paper says the prince may land a desk job.

4. And in South Florida, a woman fights an armed robber and it's all caught on tape. The robber roughed up the woman hitting her in the face and head, making off with cash and jewelry. Police say the robber is dangerous and want him off the streets.

WORDS IN THE NEWS

1. rubble: n-uncount
When a building is destroyed, the pieces of brick, stone, or other materials that remain are referred to as rubble.

2. showdown: n-count
A showdown is a big argument or conflict which is intended to settle a dispute that ahs lasted for a long time.

3. brew: verb
If an unpleasant situation is brewing, it is starting to develop.

4. rough up: phrase
If someone roughs you up, they attack you and hit or beat you. (INFORMAL)