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Scientists detect possible lightning on Mars

2025年12月13日

Perseverance Mars rover

©(NASA via AP, file) 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 enjoy learning about space or planets? Would you like to listen to sounds recorded on another planet? 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。 sign /sahyn/ [noun] – an indication that something may be true or happening Doctors found signs of improvement in the patient’s condition. microphone /MAHY-kruh-fohn/ [noun] – a device used to record or amplify sound The reporter used a microphone to record the interview. storm /stawrm/ [noun] – a violent weather condition with strong winds, rain, or another disturbance Heavy storms…
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Scientists detect possible lightning on Mars

2025年12月13日

Perseverance Mars rover

©(NASA via AP, file) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to mind when you imagine the weather on another planet? What kind of natural sounds around you do you find the most interesting or surprising? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. discharge /dis-CHAHRJ/ [noun] – the release of electricity, energy, or another substance Scientists observed weak discharges of energy near the volcano’s opening. crackling /KRAK-ling/ [adjective] – a series of small, sharp sounds We heard a faint crackling from the old radio during the storm. mast /mast/ [noun] – a tall pole on a vehicle…
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Airlines face disruptions after software problem found in Airbus A320 jets

2025年12月12日

Nippon

©(Takahiko Kanbara/Kyodo News via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What thoughts come to mind when you think about traveling by airplane? What do you think makes air travel feel exciting or stressful for some people? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. malfunction /mal-FUHNGK-shuhn/ [noun] – a failure to work correctly The computer had a malfunction during the exam and suddenly shut down. unaffected /uhn-uh-FEK-tid/ [adjective] – not changed or harmed by something The nearby houses stayed unaffected after the small earthquake. interference /in-ter-FEER-uhns/ [noun] – unwanted influence or interruption that affects how something works The…
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Airlines face disruptions after software problem found in Airbus A320 jets

2025年12月12日

Nippon

©(Takahiko Kanbara/Kyodo News via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. divert /dih-VURT/ [verb] – to change direction or to make something go to a different place The train was diverted to another station because of heavy flooding on the tracks. scrutiny /SKROOT-n-ee/ [noun] – careful and detailed examination The new city budget came under scrutiny after residents questioned several spending choices. interval /IN-ter-vuhl/ [noun] – a period of time between events Buses arrived at regular intervals throughout the afternoon to manage the holiday crowds. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to recover quickly from difficulties The company demonstrated resilience by continuing…
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Airlines face disruptions after software problem found in Airbus A320 jets

2025年12月12日

Nippon

©(Takahiko Kanbara/Kyodo News 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。 Do you feel excited when you think about traveling by airplane? Do you think a busy travel season makes trips more stressful? 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。 delay /dih-LEY/ [verb] – to make something happen later than planned The meeting was delayed because the speaker arrived late. aircraft /AIR-kraft/ [noun] – a vehicle that travels through the air (such as a plane) The aircraft landed safely after flying through heavy rain. incident /IN-si-duhnt/ [noun] – an event that is unusual or unexpected The…
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Calisthenics gains momentum as experts highlight accessible, low-equipment fitness options

2025年12月11日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revitalize /ree-VAI-tuh-lahyz/ [verb] – to give new life, energy, or success to something The program aimed to revitalize public interest in simple fitness routines. contention /kuhn-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief or opinion that is argued or stated A major contention among experts was whether calisthenics could replace weighted training. amplify /AM-pluh-fahy/ [verb] – to increase the strength or effect of something Influencers helped amplify the visibility of calisthenics videos. calibrated /adjective/ [KAL-uh-bray-tuhd] – carefully adjusted for a particular purpose The trainer introduced calibrated increases in intensity for advanced students. provisional /pruh-VI-zhuhn-uhl/ [adjective] – for the present…
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U.S. turkey production faces significant strain after disease outbreaks and rising costs

2025年12月11日

turkey

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 enjoy eating special foods during holidays? Have you ever noticed food becoming more expensive in your area? 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。 expensive /ik-SPEN-siv/ [adjective] – costing a lot of money The new smartphone became expensive after the store raised its prices. factor /FAK-ter/ [noun] – a thing that influences or causes a result Several factors slowed the project, including bad weather and late deliveries. weather /WETH-er/ [noun] – the condition of the air outside, such as temperature, rain, or wind The cold weather reduced the…
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U.S. turkey production faces significant strain after disease outbreaks and rising costs

2025年12月11日

turkey

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What foods are important for holidays or special events in your country? What do you usually look for when you go grocery shopping? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. supply /suh-PLAI/ [noun] – the amount of something that is available to use or buy The store reduced its supply of bread after fewer customers came in last week. promotion /pruh-MOH-shuhn/ [noun] – an activity or special offer used to encourage people to buy a product The electronics shop used weekend promotions to attract more customers. pressure /PRESH-er/ [noun] – a situation…
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