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World’s largest camera set for astronomy in Chile

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©Olivier Bonin/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Handout via REUTERS 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 interested in exploring the mysteries of the cosmos and understanding the universe’s phenomena? Do you think it’s worth spending a lot of money on space exploration? 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。 space /speys/ [noun] – the empty area outside Earth’s atmosphere, where the planets and the stars are Astronauts travel through space to reach other planets. collection /kuh-LEK-shuhn/ [noun] – a gathering of various items or pieces of information The museum has a vast collection of ancient artifacts from…
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Apple unveils “Apple Intelligence” AI features

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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。 When you hear the term “Artificial Intelligence,” do you think of advanced technology? What is the best AI feature for you? 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。 addition /uh-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – the action or process of adding something to something else I made an addition to my collection of stamps yesterday. announcement /uh-NOUNS-muhnt/ [noun] – a public or formal notice, especially one that announces something The principal made an announcement about the upcoming school trip. go down /goh doun/ [phrasal verb] – to decrease or become lower in level,…
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SpaceX’s Starship achieves historic full test flight

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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 name any significant achievements or events in space exploration history? Have you heard about any recent developments or advancements in space technology or missions? 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。 test /test/ [verb] – to put something through a process in order to discover if it is safe, works correctly, etc., or if something is present in it The scientist conducted an experiment to test her hypothesis. previous /PREE-vee-uhs/ [adjective] – existing or occurring before in time or order I read the previous chapter of the book…
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Global aquaculture surpasses wild fisheries in historic production shift, reports UN

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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 enjoy eating seafood? Have you ever considered where the seafood you eat comes from? 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。 wild /wahyld/ [noun] – natural, uncultivated regions or conditions, especially as the habitat of wild animals The explorer ventured deep into the wild, hoping to encounter rare species of animals. grow /groh/ [verb] – to increase in size or quantity; to develop or expand The small plant will grow into a large tree in a few years. go up /goh uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to increase or…
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Coca-Cola aims to attract young consumers with its new raspberry-infused Coca-Cola Spiced

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©AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews 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 tried any new flavors of beverages recently? Do you prefer sugary drinks or sugar-free options? 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。 snack /snak/ [noun] – a small amount of food that is eaten between meals, or a very small meal I always keep a snack in my bag in case I get hungry during the day. twist /twist / [noun] – a surprising or unexpected element or characteristic Adding chocolate chips to the cookie dough gave the recipe an interesting twist. taste /teyst/ [noun]…
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Important summit brings together South Korea and African nations

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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 summits? Do you think countries should hold summits with other nations? 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。 gather /GATH-er / [verb] – to come together in a group The children will gather in the park for the picnic. trade /treyd/ [noun] – the activity of buying, selling, or exchanging goods or services Trade between the two countries has increased this year. development /dih-VEL-uhp-muhnt / [noun] – the process of growing or improving The development of new technologies is important for progress. public /PUHB-lik/ [adjective] –…
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TikTok advances plans to develop independent U.S. algorithm amid legislative pressure

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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。 Is TikTok commonly used in your country? Have you ever used TikTok or heard about it from friends or family? 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。 independent /in-di-PEN-duhnt/ [adjective] – not influenced or controlled by others; self-reliant The documentary aims to showcase the stories of independent filmmakers around the world. argue /AHR-gyoo/ [verb] – to give reasons or cite evidence in support of an idea, action, or theory, often with the intention of persuading others to agree Lawyers often argue their cases passionately in court to convince the judge…
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Tiny fern in New Caledonia surpasses giants with world’s largest genome

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©Jaume Pellicer/Handout via REUTERS 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 heard of or known about the term “genome”? Do you believe there is a relationship between an organism’s genetic material and its physical environment? 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。 previous /PREE-vee-uhs/ [adjective] – happening or existing before something or someone else The previous owner of the house had renovated the kitchen. height /hahyt/ [noun] – the distance from the top to the bottom of something The height of the skyscraper is impressive, reaching over 1,000 feet. energy /EN-er-jee/ [noun] – the…
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Orangutans exhibit self-medication using plants in Indonesian jungle, groundbreaking study reveals

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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 something about orangutans? Can studying orangutans benefit humans? 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。 heal /heel/ [verb] – to become healthy again; to make someone or something healthy again After taking medicine, her wound started to heal quickly. bandage /BAN-dij/ [noun] – a strip of material used to cover and protect a wound She wrapped the bandage tightly around her sprained ankle. common /KOM-uhn / [adjective] – happening often; existing in large numbers or in many places Birds are common visitors to our garden. history /HIS-tuh-ree/…
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Genetic exploration unveils cockroach migration routes and evolutionary adaptations

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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 habitat and behavior of cockroaches? Do you think cockroaches might impact human health and well-being? 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。 human /HYOO-muh/ [noun] – a person or people Every human has the right to live in peace and safety. soldier /SOHL-jer / [noun] – a person who is in an army and wears its uniform, especially someone who fights when there is a war The soldier stood guard at the entrance to the military base. indoors /in-DAWRZ/ [adverb] – in or into a…
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