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CBCD study urges action for healthier lifespan

2024年3月10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 chronic diseases are? Do you think chronic diseases affect an individual’s quality of life over a long period? 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。 publish /PUHB-lish/ [verb] – to make information available to the public, typically in written or printed form The author was excited to publish her first book, sharing her stories with readers worldwide. explore /ik-SPLAWR/ [verb] – to investigate, study, or analyze in detail The scientists decided to explore the uncharted territory to discover new species and ecosystems. suggest /suhg-JEST/ [verb] –…
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Bamboo Story revolutionizes personal care with PFAs-free toilet paper

2024年3月9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 PFAs are? Is emphasizing health considerations in products significant for companies? 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。 cancer /KAN-ser/ [noun] – a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells She is undergoing treatment for breast cancer, a serious medical condition. choice /chois / [noun] – the act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities Making healthy food choices is essential for maintaining a balanced diet. align /uh-LAHYN/ [verb] – to be the same or similar,…
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Rakuten faces financial strain from mobile launch

2024年3月8日

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©REUTERS/Anton Bridge 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 familiar with the services or products offered by Rakuten? Have you tried any of Rakuten’s services or products 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。 compete /kuhm-PEET/ [verb] – to take part in a race or competition Many companies compete for market share by offering competitive prices and better services. face /feys/ [verb] – to confront, deal with, or encounter something As a manager, he must face the responsibility of leading his team through challenging times. financial /fi-NAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – relating to money or how…
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Man turns Boeing 727 into unconventional home

2024年3月7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。 Could someone face challenges when dealing with a massive object like a retired airplane? Is it possible to think of other ways to add convenience to unconventional living spaces? 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。 retired /ri-TAHYUHRD/ [adjective] – no longer in service or use The retired teacher spent her time volunteering at the local library. bold /bohld/ [adjective] – Not afraid of taking risks; daring She made a bold decision to start her own business. approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee / [adverb] – about; roughly The journey will take approximately three…
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Doctor offers crucial tips for preventing food poisoning

2024年3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 what a foodborne illness is? Do you think there are common sources or factors that can lead to foodborne illnesses or food poisoning? 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。 raw /raw/ [adjective] – (of food) not cooked Sushi is made from raw fish. expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] – a person with a high level of knowledge or skill relating to a particular subject or activity After years of study and research in marine biology, she became an expert on coral reef ecosystems. virus /VAHY-ruhs/ [noun] – a…
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NASA’s Perseverance rover finds ancient lake bed on Mars

2024年3月5日

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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。 Do you believe that humans will be able to live on another planet someday? Have you heard about recent discoveries related to 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。 mainly /MEYN-lee/ [adverb] – indicates that something is predominantly or primarily the case She mainly enjoys spending her weekends outdoors, hiking, and exploring nature. scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist/ [noun] – an expert who studies or works in one of the sciences Marine scientists explore the depths of the ocean to understand and protect underwater ecosystems. surprisingly /ser-PRAHY-zing-lee/ [adverb] – unexpectedly…
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Ancient people turns ancestor bones into tools, surprising study finds

2024年3月4日

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©J.C. Vera Rodríguez 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 about ancient discoveries made by scientists and archaeologists? Do you think it’s possible to learn about the past by studying old bones and artifacts? 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。 scientist /SAHY-uhn-tist / [noun] – an expert who studies or works in one of the sciences The scientist conducted experiments to better understand the behavior of the newly discovered species. ancient /EYN-shuhnt/ [adjective] – of or from a long time ago, having lasted for a very long time Ancient civilizations left behind…
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Japan aims for lunar success with the ‘Moon Sniper’ landing mission

2024年3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。 Have you heard anything about a recent mission where a spacecraft or astronauts were sent to the moon? Do you think it’s important for countries to invest in exploring the moon? 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。 agency /EY-juhn-see/ [noun] – an organization or company that provides a specific service or works toward a particular goal. The environmental agency is responsible for protecting our natural resources. display /dih-SPLEY/ [noun] – a presentation or exhibition of something to attract attention or showcase achievements The science fair had an impressive display…
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Urging countries to curb factory farming for climate goals

2024年3月3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 that agricultural practices might contribute to greenhouse gas emissions? Is your country employing strategies or methods to reduce environmental problems? 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。 farming /FAHR-ming/ [noun] – the activity of working on a farm or organizing the work there Farming requires dedication and hard work, involving tasks such as planting, harvesting, and caring for animals. method /METH-uhd/ [noun] – a particular way of doing something The scientific method involves steps like observation, hypothesis, experimentation, and conclusion. climate /klahy-mit/ [noun] – the general weather…
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Amazon unveils the Trainium2 AI chip, intensifying competition with Microsoft in the cloud computing arena

2024年3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。 Have you ever heard the term “artificial intelligence” before? Do you believe artificial intelligence is related to computer technology? 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。 conference /KON-fer-uhns/ [noun] – an event, sometimes lasting a few days, at which there is a group of talks on a particular subject, or a meeting in which especially business matters are discussed formally The international conference focused on environmental sustainability. compete /kuhm-PEET/ [verb] – to try to be more successful than someone or something else The two athletes will compete in the upcoming…
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