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Milan Fashion Week 2025: Designers embrace muted tones and nostalgia amid uncertainty

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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 prefer casual clothing over formal clothing? Is there a specific clothing style you like to wear? 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。 style /stile/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something, especially in art or fashion She likes to wear different styles of clothes. spirit /SPIR-it/ [noun] – distinctive atmosphere, mood, or character The festival captured the lively spirit of summer. material /muh-TEER-ee-uhl/ [noun] – the substance or substances from which a thing is made The dress is made from soft material like cotton. literature /LIT-er-uh-cher/…
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Testimony reveals malfunction of Titan submersible before dive

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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 been intrigued by the Titanic? Have you ever seen the movie Titanic? 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。 wreck /rek/ [noun] – the remains of something that has been destroyed or severely damaged, often referring to ships The divers explored the wreck of the old cargo ship that sank decades ago. dive /dahyv/ [noun] – a descent into water, often for exploration or research The team prepared for their dive into the coral reef to study marine life. platform /PLAT-fawrm/ [noun] – a raised surface or…
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State Department launches Online Passport Renewal System

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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。 Can you renew government IDs online? Is specific information required to renew a government ID online? 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。 citizen /SIT-uh-zuhn/ [noun] – a person who lives in a particular place and has the rights and protection of that place Every citizen must follow the country’s laws. expire /ik-SPAHYUHR/ [verb] – to come to an end; to finish The milk will expire next week. processing /PROS-es-ing/ [noun] – the action of doing something in a series of steps The processing of the food takes a long…
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Mpox outbreak in Congo becomes global health emergency as cases surge

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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 respiratory diseases spread easily? Have you heard about mpox? 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。 rapid /RAP-id/ [adjective] – happening quickly or in a short time The car moved at a rapid speed down the highway. case /keys/ [case] – an instance of a particular situation; an example of something occurring. The police solved the mystery case quickly. Congolese /kong-guh-LEEZ/ [adjective] – relating to the Congo or its people The Congolese festival was colorful and lively. funding /FUHN-duhng/ [noun] – money provided for a particular purpose The school…
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Scientists transport endangered corals to Texas for ongoing research

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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 corals in person? Have you heard of coral bleaching before? 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。 effort /EF-ert/ [noun] – a determined attempt to achieve something The company’s effort to reduce waste was successful. transport /TRANS-pawrt/ [noun] – the act of moving something from one place to another The transport of goods across the country is done by trucks and trains. protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep something or someone safe from harm or damage The new law aims to protect endangered species. involve /in-VOLV/…
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Worsening allergy season brings discomfort to millions nationwide

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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 learned about the causes of allergies? Are allergy tests readily accessible to people in your country? 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。 season /SEE-zuhn/ [noun] – the period of the year when something that happens every year happens The holiday season is a time for family gatherings and festive celebrations. advise /ad-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to recommend or suggest a course of action based on knowledge, expertise, or judgment It is advised to keep all documents in a secure location to prevent identity theft. count /kount/ [noun] –…
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California enacts laws to protect actors from AI misuse

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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 about the role of artificial intelligence in the film industry? Have you seen examples where technology, like CGI or motion capture, has been used to create characters in movies? 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。 term /turm/ [noun] – refers to the specific conditions or clauses outlined in a contract The terms of the agreement were not clear about how the image would be used. replica /REP-li-kuh/ [noun] – an exact copy of something She bought a replica of the famous statue. fear /feer/ [noun] –…
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Historical drama dominates awards ceremony

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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 a historical event could make a good story for a historical drama? Have you ever watched a movie or TV show set in the past? 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。 award /uh-WAWRD/ [noun] – a prize or recognition given for achievement She won an award for her excellent painting. opportunity /op-er-TOO-ni-tee/ [noun] – a chance for something to happen She had an opportunity to visit Paris. challenging /CHAL-in-jing/ [adjective] – difficult in a way that tests your abilities Climbing the mountain was very challenging for…
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50,000 gallons of water used to extinguish Tesla Semi fire after crash in California, NTSB reports

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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 Tesla? Do you think automated vehicles can reduce the risk of human error in driving? 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。 gallon /GAL-uhn/ [noun] – a unit of measurement for liquid capacity The tank can hold up to 50 gallons of water. put out /poot out/ [phrasal verb] – to make something such as a fire or cigarette stop burning They quickly put out the candles before leaving the house. crash /krash/ [noun] – an accident involving a vehicle, usually a serious one in which…
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K-pop icons become fashion ambassadors, attracting worldwide audiences

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©REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/File Photo 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 you a K-pop fan? Do you follow any celebrities’ fashion trends? 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。 suit /soot/ [noun] – clothing designed for formal occasions, typically consisting of a jacket and trousers or a skirt He wore a sleek black suit to the wedding. attend /uh-TEND/ [verb] – to go to or be present at a place or event They plan to attend the annual conference next month. event /ih-VENT/ [noun] – anything that happens, especially something important or unusual The opening ceremony was…
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