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Criticism of Mexican bread leads to widespread online backlash

2025年1月8日

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©(AP Photo/Marco Ugarte) 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 people talk strongly about food on social media? Do you think comments about food can make people emotional? 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。 reappear /ree-uh-PEER/ [verb] – to appear again after not being seen The problem reappeared after the system update. quality /KWOL-i-tee/ [noun] – the level of how good something is The product was praised for its high quality design. flavor /FLEY-ver/ [noun] – the taste of food or drink The soup has a strong flavor because of fresh herbs….
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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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Oscars to leave ABC and stream exclusively on YouTube worldwide starting in 2029

2025年1月4日

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©Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP, 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 watch award shows? Where do you usually watch videos? 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/ [award] – a prize given for good work She won an award for her movie. stream /STREEM/ [verb] – to watch or listen online Many people stream shows at home. free /FREE/ [adjective] – Meaning: costing no money The show is free to watch. language /LANG-gwij/ [noun] – words people use to speak English is one language. history /noun/ [HIS-tuh-ree] – events from the past…
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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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Excavation uncovers longest continuous ancient wall in Jerusalem, supporting 2,100-year-old ceasefire account

2025年1月1日

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©AP Photo/Leo Correa 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 see old buildings in your city? Do museums show 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。 protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – keep safe Walls protect cities. peacefully /PEES-fuh-lee/ [adverb] – in a quiet and calm way The group met peacefully. ceasefire /SEES-fahy-er/ [noun] – stop fighting The ceasefire ended war. understand /uhn-der-STAND/ [verb] – know the meaning Students understand lessons. historic /hi-STOR-ik/ [adjective] – important in history It is a historic place. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation…
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