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Golden Globes 2025 celebrates Shogun and Hacks with historic wins

2025年1月11日

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©REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni 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。 Which do you prefer watching, drama or comedy series? Do you have a favorite actor or actress? 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。 series /SEER-eez / [noun] – a set of related television or radio programs I watched an exciting series about space exploration last week. role /rohl/ [noun] – the function or part played by a person in a situation or in a performance His role in the project was to lead the research team. recognize /REK-uhg-nahyz/ [verb] – to acknowledge or celebrate The teacher recognized…
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Severe winter storm disrupts U.S. travel, brings freezing temperatures and snow

2025年1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 heard about winter storms? Have you ever been in a situation where the weather changed your daily plans? 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。 weather /WETH-er/ [noun] – the state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time The weather today is very sunny. cancellation /kan-suh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of stopping something from happening There was a cancellation of the concert. temperature /TEM-per-uh-cher/ [noun] – the degree of heat in a place or thing The temperature is very high today. frequent /free-kwuhnt/ [adjective] – happening…
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Middle Jurassic footprints reveal insights in Oxfordshire quarry

2025年1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。 Have you ever seen dinosaur footprints in a museum or in a book? Do you think dinosaurs lived in different places, like forests or deserts? 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。 dinosaur /DAHY-nuh-sawr/ [noun] – a type of large reptile that lived millions of years ago The museum displayed a skeleton of a dinosaur. track /trak/ [noun] – mark or impression left by something that moves, often feet or wheels The hiker followed the animal tracks in the snow. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to propose an idea or hint…
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South Korean team develops robotic exoskeleton to aid paraplegic mobility

2025年1月8日

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©REUTERS/Sebin Choi 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 robots will be part of everyday life in the future? Would you be interested in learning more about how robots can assist people? 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。 lightweight /LAHYT-weyt/ [adjective] – weighing only a little or less than average This jacket is incredibly lightweight, making it perfect for summer hikes. wearable /WAIR-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – designed to be worn on the body The smartwatch is a wearable device that tracks your fitness. electronic /ih-lek-TRON-ik/ [adjective] – relating to devices or systems that use…
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Smithfield Market faces uncertain future

2025年1月7日

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©REUTERS/Hannah McKay 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 it’s important to keep old traditions alive? Have you ever participated in an auction or seen one happen? 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。 lively /LAHYV-lee/ [adjective] – full of energy and enthusiasm; interesting and exciting The party was lively, with music and dancing all night long. butcher /BOOCH-er/ [noun] – people who slaughter animals or prepare meat for sale The butchers in the market offered a variety of fresh meats. turkey /TUR-kee/ [noun] – a large bird often raised for food, especially during…
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FDA launches nationwide review of phenylephrine in over-the-counter decongestants

2025年1月6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 know how medicine ingredients are reviewed for safety? Is it important for a medicine to be tested again even if it’s been used for years? 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。 review /ri-VYOO/ [noun] – an evaluation or assessment of something The doctor gave a thorough review of the patient’s health. ingredient /in-GREE-dee-uhnt/ [noun] – a component part of a recipe or mixture The main ingredient in the soup is chicken. congestion /kuhn-JES-chuhn/ [noun] – the state of being blocked or overcrowded, often used in relation to…
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Netflix makes historic NFL debut with global broadcast of Christmas Day games

2025年1月5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 know what kind of content Netflix offers? Have you heard that Netflix is showing live sports events now? 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。 feature /FEE-cher/ [verb] – to include something as an important part The movie will feature a famous actor. attract /uh-TRAKT/ [verb] – to draw attention or interest The bright colors attract many people. smoothly /smooth-LEE/ [adverb] – without problems or difficulties The car moved smoothly along the road. analysis /uh-NAL-uh-sis/ [noun] – a detailed examination of something The scientist gave a detailed analysis…
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FDA introduces stricter guidelines for ‘healthy’ food labels to improve public health

2025年1月4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 it’s important for food labels to show if a food is healthy or not? Do you believe that food labels can help prevent health problems like heart disease? 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。 update /UHP-deyt/ [noun] – a change or addition to something, typically to improve or modernize it The software update fixed several bugs. revise /ri-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to make changes or improvements to something, usually written material or a plan The teacher will revise the lesson plan for next week. label /LEY-buhl/ [noun]…
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Pennsylvania’s Capitol maintains its timeless clocks

2025年1月3日

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©(AP Photo/Marc Levy) 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 seen a place that looks like a palace? Can you imagine what it would be like to maintain a historic building? 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。 palace /PAL-is/ [noun] – a large house that is the official home of a king, queen, or other person of high social rank The king’s palace was located on top of a hill. shiny /SHAHY-nee/ [adjective] – having a smooth, glossy surface that reflects light The shiny car reflected the sunlight. antique /an-TEEK/ [noun] – an…
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New evidence challenges long-held beliefs about early human arrival in the Americas

2025年1月2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 humans could have influenced the extinction of animals in the past? Do you believe that new discoveries can change what we know about history? 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。 research /ri-SURCH/ [noun] – a detailed study or investigation into a particular subject to discover new facts She read the research on animals in the zoo. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] – to offer an idea or recommendation for consideration I suggest we go to the park. provide /pruh-VAHYD/ [verb] – to give or supply something that is…
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