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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation

2026年1月27日

NASA

©(NASA via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Have you ever watched a movie or TV show about astronauts? Do you think working in space is dangerous? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 stable /STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – not changing and not getting worse The patient’s condition is stable after the treatment. operation /op-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – an organized activity or process The factory stopped its operation during the holiday. assist /uh-SIST/ [verb] – to help someone do something Staff members assist customers at the information desk. pause /pawz/ [noun] – a short stop There was…
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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation

2026年1月27日

NASA

©(NASA via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. undock /uhn-DOK/ [verb] – to separate a vehicle from a fixed structure The ferry will undock from the pier after all passengers board. protocol /PROH-tuh-kawl/ [noun] – an official procedure The laboratory follows a strict protocol for handling chemical samples. robust /roh-BUHST/ [adjective] – strong and effective The software includes robust security features to protect user data. mitigate /MIT-i-geyt/ [verb] – to reduce harm or risk The policy aims to mitigate traffic congestion during peak hours. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a possible effect or result Scientists discussed the environmental implication of the new…
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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation

2026年1月27日

NASA

©(NASA via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is difficult about living in space? What kind of support do you think astronauts need in space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evacuation /ih-vak-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of moving people away from a dangerous place The storm warning led to the evacuation of homes near the coast. timeline /TAHYM-lahyn/ [noun] – a planned schedule of events The project timeline changed after new rules were announced. reentry /ree-EN-tree/ [noun] – the act of returning to a place The athlete planned a reentry into…
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China auto exports jump 21% in 2025 as EV shipments offset weak domestic demand

2026年1月26日

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©Chinatopix Via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Are cars from China sold in other countries? Are electric cars popular today? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 foreign /FOR-in/ [adjective] – from another country Foreign buyers ordered Chinese cars. large /LAHRJ/ [adjective] – big in size or amount Exports played a larger role. improve /im-PROOV/ [verb] – to make something better Companies improve car features. rule /ROOL/ [noun] – official laws or limits Some countries have strict rules. important /im-PAWR-tnt/ [adjective] – having great value Exports are important for growth. Article Reading: Please read…
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China auto exports jump 21% in 2025 as EV shipments offset weak domestic demand

2026年1月26日

Brix-News (70)

©Chinatopix Via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have car exports increased in recent years? Why or why not? Are electric vehicles popular globally? What affects their adoption? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. alternative /awl-TUR-nuh-tiv/ [adjective] – another choice or option The company looked for an alternative option. deliberate /di-LIB-er-it/ [adjective] – done with careful planning The firm made deliberate export decisions. stability /stuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the condition of being steady or balanced Export sales improved financial stability. restriction /ri-STRIK-shuhnz/ [noun] – limits set by rules or laws Trade restrictions slowed exports. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun]…
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China auto exports jump 21% in 2025 as EV shipments offset weak domestic demand

2026年1月26日

Brix-News (70)

©Chinatopix Via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. structural /STRUHK-chuh-ruhl/ [adkective] – related to the basic organization or system of something Structural issues limited domestic market growth. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjectinve] – Meaning: Carefully planned to achieve a specific goal. • The company made strategic export decisions. sustained /suh-STAYND/ [adjective] – Meaning: Continuing over a long period. • Sustained demand supported export growth. regulatory /REHG-yuh-luh-tawr-ee/ [adjective] – related to official rules or laws Regulatory barriers slowed market entry. imperative /im-PAIR-uh-tiv/ [adjective] – extremely important or necessary Export growth became an imperative. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check…
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Virtual tours open access to ancient Roman house in Rome

2026年1月25日

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©(AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. livestreamed /LAHYV-streemd/ [adjective] – broadcast in real time over the internet The school offered a livestreamed graduation ceremony for families abroad. wearable /WAIR-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be worn on the body The doctor tested a wearable device that tracks heart rate during exercise. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – easily damaged or broken The bridge is fragile and requires careful inspection after storms. fresco /FRES-koh/ [noun] – a wall painting made on fresh plaster The museum restored a fresco found inside an old church. mosaic /moh-ZEY-ik/ [noun] – an artwork made from small pieces…
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Virtual tours open access to ancient Roman house in Rome

2026年1月25日

virtual tour

©(AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Do you like learning about old places? Have you heard of online tours? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 ancient /EYN-shuhnt/ [adjective] – very old, from a long time ago The city is famous for its ancient walls and gates. virtual /VUR-choo-uhl/ [adjective] – existing online or through digital technology The school offered a virtual class during the storm. wealthy /WEL-thee/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or resources The area was once home to wealthy business owners. decoration /dek-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – an item or…
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