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Sprout signals a shift toward friendly social robots

2026年2月12日

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©(AP Photo/Seth Wenig) 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 think a robot can help people at home? Do you think robots will be more common in the future? 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。 startup /STAHRT-uhp/ [adjective] – describing a company that has recently begun operating The startup business opened a small office in the city. progress /PROG-res/ [noun] – forward movement or improvement over time The project showed progress after the team finished the first stage. factory /FAK-tuh-ree/ [noun] – a building where goods are made using machines The factory closed for…
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At-home gut microbiome tests gain popularity despite limited clinical evidence

2026年2月11日

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©Tiny Health 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 seen health tests sold online? What do they test? 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。 curious /KYOOR-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – wanting to know more Many people feel curious about gut tests. different /DIF-er-uhnt/ [adjective] – not the same Each person has different gut bacteria. balanced /balanced /BAL-uhnst// [adjective] – having the right mix A balanced diet helps digestion. healthy /HEL-thee/ [in good condition] – Vegetables help keep the gut healthy. Exercise supports a healthy body. serious /SEER-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – needing attention Serious pain needs…
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Sleep-tracking devices see widespread use in 2025 as experts urge careful interpretation

2026年2月10日

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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 used a device to track sleep? Do people trust health apps? 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。 track /track /TRAK// [verb] – to follow or record something The watch tracks sleep time. curious /KYUR-ee-uhs/ [adjective] – wanting to know more She feels curious about sleep. improve /im-PROOV/ [verb] – to make something better Good habits improve sleep. helpful /HELP-fuhl/ [adjective] – giving help The device is helpful. calm /KAHM/ [adjective] – not worried Staying calm helps sleep. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will…
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Eagles’ Their Greatest Hits 1971–1975 becomes bestselling album in U.S. history

2026年2月9日

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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。 What makes an album popular for many years? How do people usually listen to music 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。 interest /IN-trist/ [noun] – attention or curiosity The album gained interest from many fans. modern /MOD-ern/ [adjective] – new or recent The Sphere is a modern venue. famous /FEY-muhs/ [adjective] – known by many people The band is famous worldwide. popular /POP-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – liked by many people The album is popular today. successful /suhk-SES-fuhl/ [adjective] – achieving good results The album was successful in sales. Article…
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Exhibition shows how love shaped history through letters

2026年2月8日

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©(AP Photo/Alastair Grant) 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 reading old letters or cards? Do you enjoy visiting museums or exhibitions? 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。 reveal /ri-VEEL/ [verb] – to show something that was hidden or not known The report will reveal new information about the plan. citizen /SIT-uh-zuhn/ [noun] – a person who lives in a country and has rights there Each citizen must follow the laws of the country. background /BAK-ground/ [noun] – the history or past information about something The teacher explained the background of the story….
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Southern Chile wildfires spread rapidly as extreme heat strains emergency response

2026年2月7日

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©AP Photo/Javier Torres 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 heard about wildfires before? What happens when the weather is very hot? 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。 help /HELP/ [noun] – the act of helping or supporting someone Emergency help arrived after the fire spread quickly. protection /pruh-TEK-shuhn/ [noun] – keeping someone safe Shelters gave protection to families. damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm caused to something The fire caused damage to houses. rule /ROOL/ [noun] – an instruction to follow A night rule stopped travel. problem /PROB-luhm/ [noun] – a difficult situation The…
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Revival of southern greens highlights African American culinary heritage in U.S. dining scene

2026年2月6日

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©Angie Moser/Voracious 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 people eat green vegetables in daily meals? Do families cook traditional food together? 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。 renewed /1. renewed /ri-NOOD// [adjective] – Meaning: Started again. Interest in greens is renewed today. learn /LURN/ [verb] – to get new knowledge People learn about food history. visible /VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easy to see Culture becomes visible at events. popular /POP-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – liked by many people Cooking books are popular now. connect /kuh-NEKT/ [verb] – to join or link Food helps families connect….
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Researchers identify earliest cave handprints on Sulawesi Island

2026年2月5日

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©(Ahdi Agus Oktaviana/Maxime Aubert 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 visited a very old place before? Do you think people long ago liked to make art? 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。 handprint /HAND-print/ [noun] – a mark made by a hand A red handprint appeared on the white paper. wall /wawl/ [noun] – a vertical surface that forms the side of a room or building A clock hangs on the wall in the office. pigment /PIG-muhnt/ [noun] – a colored substance used to make paint Blue pigment made the sky…
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Antarctic warming forces penguins to breed earlier, raising population stability concerns

2026年2月4日

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©AP Photo/Mark Baker, 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。 Where do penguins live? Do animals need food at the right time? 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。 adapt /uh-DAPT/ [verb] – to change to fit new conditions Penguins adapt to warmer weather. specific /spuh-SIF-ik/ [adjective] – clearly defined or limited Some penguins eat specific food. risk /risk/ [noun] – the chance of danger or harm Early breeding increases risk. continue /kuhn-TIN-yoo/ [verb] – to keep going Scientists continue their research. protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep safe from harm Laws help protect wildlife. Article…
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Careful inspection and repotting prevent pest infestations in houseplants

2026年2月3日

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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 think plants can get sick like people? Have you ever seen thin webs on leaves? 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。 grower /GROH-er/ [noun] – a person who grows a plant A grower checks new plants before placing them in the home. movement /MOOV-muhnt/ [noun] – a small action or change in position Small movement on the leaf can show early insect activity. web /web/ [noun] – a thin thread made by a spider A thin web on the leaf may show insect activity. damage /DAM-ij/ [noun]…
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