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Paris Paralympic opening ceremony set to challenge views on disabilities

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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 Paralympic Games? Can you name any sports included in the Paralympic Games? 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。 schedule /SKEJ-ool/ [verb] – to arrange or plan an event to take place at a particular time Please schedule the meeting for next Monday morning. take place /teyk pleys/ [phrasal verb] – to happen, especially after being planned or expected The concert will take place in the park. iconic /ahy-KON-ik/ [adjective] – very famous or popular, especially being considered to represent a particular idea or time…
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Amphibious car parade ends in Amsterdam due to new emission rules

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©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 seen a parade that happens on water? Do some cars can drive both on land and in water? 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。 current /KUR-uhnt/ [adjective] – happening or existing now; in the present time The current weather is perfect for a day at the beach. vehicle /VEE-i-kuhl/ [noun] – machines, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on roads Electric vehicles are becoming more popular as people look for eco-friendly transportation options. organizer /AWR-guh-nahy-zer/ [noun] – a…
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California launches $250 million initiative to support journalism and advance AI 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。 Do you know about the role of journalism in society? Are you familiar with some common tools or technologies used by journalists 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。 announce /uh-NOUNS / [verb] – to make something known or officially inform people The teacher will announce the winner today. assist /uh-SIST/ [verb] – to help someone with something Can you assist me with this math problem? difficult /DIF-i-kuhlt/ [adjective] – not easy; hard to do or understand This puzzle is very difficult to solve. collaborate /kuh-LAB-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to…
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Hong Kong welcomes birth of giant panda twins from oldest first-time mother

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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 pandas in person? How would you describe a panda in one word? 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。 giant /JAHY-uhnt/ [adjective] – extremely large in size or extent The giant robot towered over the city skyline. twin /twin/ [noun] – a baby born at the same time as another baby from the same mother She has some differences with her twin. relationship /ri-LEY-shuhn-ship / [noun] – the way in which two or more people or things are connected Their relationship grew stronger over the years…
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Shiveluch Volcano erupts after major quake

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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。 Are volcanoes dangerous to people living nearby? Can scientists predict when a volcano will erupt? 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。 ash cloud /ash kloud / [noun phrase] – a cloud of ash created by volcanic eruptions, which can spread over large areas The ash cloud covered the city for days. kilometer /ki-LOM-i-ter/ [noun ] – a unit of measurement equal to 1,000 meters The park is five kilometers from my house. cancel /KAN-suhl/ [verb] – to decide that something planned will not happen They had to cancel the…
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Spanish laboratory fights dengue with mosquito sterilization initiative

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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 heard of using insects to control health problems? Can climate change affect how often some diseases 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。 laboratory /LAB-ruh-tawr-ee/ [noun] – a room or building with scientific equipment for doing scientific tests or for teaching science, or a place where chemicals or medicines are produced The chemistry students spent hours in the laboratory working on their experiments. fever /FEE-ver/ [noun] – a medical condition in which the body temperature is higher than usual She had a high fever and needed…
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Stonehenge’s altar stone traveled over 460 miles from Scotland, reveals new 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 heard of or seen Stonehenge? Can you name one famous ancient monument or structure 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。 mystery /MIS-tuh-ree/ [noun] – something strange or not known that has not yet been explained or understood The disappearance of the ancient civilization remains a mystery. publish /PUHB-lish/ [verb] – to make information available to people, especially in a book, magazine, or newspaper, or to produce and sell a book, magazine, or newspaper The author published her first novel last year. dig /dig/…
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“Alien: Romulus” tops North American Box Office

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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 a film that performed well at the box office? Do you believe that box office performance affects your decision on which movies to watch? 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。 impressive /im-PRES-iv/ [adjective] – causing admiration or respect due to quality, size, or skill The magician’s tricks were very impressive to the audience. internationally /in-ter-NASH-uh-nl-ee/ [adverb] – in a way that involves or affects several countries The conference was held internationally, with many guests. company /KUHM-puh-nee/ [noun] – a business or organization that makes or sells…
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South American lungfish holds record for largest genome among all animals

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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 of or seen a lungfish? Are you interested in learning about genetics? 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。 according to /uh-KAWR-ding too/ [preposition] – as stated or reported by someone or something According to the weather report, it will rain tomorrow. section /SEK-shuhn/ [noun] – one of the parts that something is divided into We visited different sections of the museum. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [verb] – to direct, manage, or regulate the behavior or operation of something She tried to control her excitement during the speech. breathe…
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Traditional Ethiopian sauna therapy gains popularity among young city dwellers

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©REUTERS/Tiksa Negeri 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 in your country use common methods to relieve muscle pain or skin issues? Can ancient practices still be important in today’s world? 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。 sauna /SAW-nuh/ [noun] – a small room, often with wood attached to the walls, that is heated to a high temperature, usually with steam After the workout, I relaxed in the sauna to help my muscles recover. twig /twig/ [noun] – a small, thin branch of a tree or bush, especially one removed from the tree or…
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