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People turn to old-fashioned writing to disconnect from digital life

2026年2月2日

letter

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 sent a letter or postcard before? Do you want to spend less time on your phone each day? 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。 dozen /DUHZ-uhn/ [noun] – a group of twelve She exchanges letters with about a dozen people each month. website /WEB-sahyt/ [noun] – an online place with information or services The website helps users find pen pals around the world. postcard /POHST-kahrd/ [noun] – a card sent by mail with a short message The traveler sent a postcard to a friend from another…
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Tourist trains collide on route to Machu Picchu

2026年2月1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 tourists visit famous places? Why do they travel? 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。 damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – Meaning: Harm to something. The train had damage after the crash. afraid /uh-FRAYD/ [adjective] – feeling fear. Passengers felt afraid during the crash. popular /POP-yuh-ler/ [adjective] – liked by many people Machu Picchu is a popular place. important /im-PAWR-tnt/ [adjective] – very necessary. Safety is important for travel. main /MAYN/ [adjective] – Meaning: Most important. The train is the main transport. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I…
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Online shopping scams increase as fake small businesses appear

2026年1月31日

wallet

©(AP Photo/Jenny Kane, 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。 Have you ever bought something online? Do you read reviews before you buy something? 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。 handmade /hand-MEYD/ [adjective] – made by hand, not by machine She bought a handmade bag from a small local shop. investigation /in-ves-ti-GEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a careful search for facts or truth The police started an investigation into the online fraud case. refund /ree-FUHND/ [noun] – money given back after a return He asked for a refund when the product did not arrive. purchase /PUR-chuhs/ [noun]…
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Scientists find naturally mummified cheetah remains in Saudi Arabia

2026年1月30日

Cheetah Mummified

©(Ahmed Boug/Communications Earth and Environment 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 like learning about animals from the past? Would you be interested in exploring a cave if it was safe? 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。 cave /keyv/ [noun] – a natural hollow place in the ground or in a rock The hikers rested inside a cave during heavy rain. unusual /uhn-YOO-zhoo-uhl/ [adjective] – not common or not expected The town had an unusual weather pattern that surprised residents. dry /drahy/ [adjective] – having little or no water or moisture The…
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China luxury car demand falls in 2025 as buyers shift to cheaper domestic models

2026年1月29日

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©AP Photo/Andy Wong 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 buy expensive things when money is tight? What makes a car good for daily use? 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。 careful /KAIR-fuhl/ [adjective] – thinking before acting Buyers became careful with money. low /LOHW/ [LOH-er] – not high Sales were lower this year. simple /SIM-puhl/ [adjective] – easy to use Simple cars sold well. often /AW-fuhn/ [adverb] – many times New cars appeared often. shy /SHY/ [adjective] – feeling nervous or uncomfortable with other people She feels shy when speaking in front of…
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Food companies expand GLP-1-friendly meal options

2026年1月28日

GLP1

©(AP Photo/Dee-Ann Durbin) 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 often buy packaged meals or snacks from a supermarket? Do you sometimes choose food based on the label on the package? 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。 approval /uh-PROO-vuhl/ [noun] – official permission or acceptance The school received approval to start a new program. fluid /FLOO-id/ [noun] – a liquid substance Doctors advise drinking enough fluid during hot weather. nutrition /noo-TRISH-uhn/ [noun] – the process of getting nutrients from food Good nutrition supports growth in children. depend /dih-PEND/ [verb] – to be influenced or…
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Astronaut returns early from space station for medical evaluation

2026年1月27日

NASA

©(NASA 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 ever watched a movie or TV show about astronauts? Do you think working in space is dangerous? 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。 stable /STEY-buhl/ [adjective] – not changing and not getting worse The patient’s condition is stable after the treatment. operation /op-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – an organized activity or process The factory stopped its operation during the holiday. assist /uh-SIST/ [verb] – to help someone do something Staff members assist customers at the information desk. pause /pawz/ [noun] – a short stop There was…
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China auto exports jump 21% in 2025 as EV shipments offset weak domestic demand

2026年1月26日

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©Chinatopix 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。 Are cars from China sold in other countries? Are electric cars popular 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。 foreign /FOR-in/ [adjective] – from another country Foreign buyers ordered Chinese cars. large /LAHRJ/ [adjective] – big in size or amount Exports played a larger role. improve /im-PROOV/ [verb] – to make something better Companies improve car features. rule /ROOL/ [noun] – official laws or limits Some countries have strict rules. important /im-PAWR-tnt/ [adjective] – having great value Exports are important for growth. Article Reading: Please read…
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Virtual tours open access to ancient Roman house in Rome

2026年1月25日

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©(AP Photo/Andrew Medichini) 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 learning about old places? Have you heard of online tours? 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。 ancient /EYN-shuhnt/ [adjective] – very old, from a long time ago The city is famous for its ancient walls and gates. virtual /VUR-choo-uhl/ [adjective] – existing online or through digital technology The school offered a virtual class during the storm. wealthy /WEL-thee/ [adjective] – having a lot of money or resources The area was once home to wealthy business owners. decoration /dek-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – an item or…
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Artificial intelligence reshapes education

2026年1月24日

chatgpt

©(AP Photo/Kiichiro Sato, 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 sometimes use AI to check your understanding? Do you think using AI too much can make people think less? 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。 access /AK-ses/ [noun] – the ability to use or enter something Employees were given access to online training materials. preparation /prep-uh-REY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of getting ready for something Good preparation helps workers perform better in meetings. incorrect /in-kuh-REKT/ [adjective] – not right or not accurate The form was returned because the information was incorrect. mistake /mi-STEYK/…
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