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Britain contemplates a social media crackdown for under-16s amid growing concerns

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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 always use social media to share personal updates or experiences with friends and family? Is there strict regulation of social media use 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。 approach /uh-PROHCH/ [verb] – to come near or nearer to something or someone in space, time, quality, or amount As the weekend approaches, people plan various activities to enjoy their time off. broad /brawd/ [adjective] – very wide The museum’s collection is broad, featuring art from various cultures and time periods. control /kuhn-TROHL/ [noun] – the…
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Switzerland’s glaciers rapidly lose ice

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©Matthias Huss/GLAMOS 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 already know or have thoughts about ‘glaciers’? Have you already experienced the effects of climate change? 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。 expert /EK-spurt/ [noun] – a person with a high level of knowledge or skill relating to a particular subject or activity She consulted with an expert to get advice on her legal situation. due to /doo too/ [prepositional phrase] – because of The decline in biodiversity is due to habitat destruction and pollution. extra /EK-struh/ [adjective] – something that is additional, beyond what…
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China addresses housing crisis amid property market challenges

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©REUTERS/Tingshu Wang 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 it easy to find a house or home in your country? Do you consider various factors before choosing a place to live or deciding on a house to move into? 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。 builder /BIL-der/ [noun] – a person whose job it is to make buildings The builder constructed a new house in the neighborhood. owe /oh/ [verb] – to need to pay or give something to someone because they have lent money to you, or in exchange for something they have done…
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AI drives more game production and job opportunities

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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 played any AI-driven video games before? Are you familiar with any job opportunities related to Artificial Intelligence (AI)? 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。 possibility /pos-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a chance that something may happen or be true Despite the challenges, there is still a possibility that we can achieve our goals with hard work. studio /STOO-dee-oh/ [noun] – a company or organization that engages in creative production, such as developing video games, films, music, or other forms of entertainment and content After graduating from film school, Sarah…
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US consumer group calls for enhanced warnings on Botox, comparable treatments

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©REUTERS/Andrew Kelly 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 any medical procedures or treatments used for cosmetic purposes? Do doctors or pharmaceutical companies in your country typically provide detailed explanations about treatments or medications? 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。 similar /SIM-uh-ler/ [adjective] – looking or being almost, but not exactly, the same The symptoms of the flu are similar to those of a cold, but they are caused by different viruses. warning /WAWR-ning/ [noun] – something that makes you understand there is a possible danger or problem, especially one in the…
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Experts raise safety concerns over Tesla Cybertruck’s stiff structure and sharp design

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©REUTERS/Mike Blake 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 Tesla vehicles? Have you envisioned how vehicles might look in the future? 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。 design /dih-ZAHYN/ [noun] – the plan, structure, or arrangement of elements within an object or system The design of the new smartphone emphasizes both functionality and sleek aesthetics. require /ri-KWAHYUHR/ [verb] – to need something or make something necessary Studying hard will require dedication and commitment to achieve good grades. confirm /kuhn-FURM/ [verb] – to establish or verify with certainty The lab tests will confirm…
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Severe cold wave grips China

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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 experienced extremely cold weather that caused disruptions or problems? Do you think a cold wave might pose challenges to transportation and daily activities? 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。 cold wave /kohld weyv/ [noun] – a period of excessively cold weather The town experienced a severe cold wave last winter, with temperatures dropping below freezing. condition /kuhn-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – The state of something, especially with regard to its appearance, quality, or working order. The car’s poor condition led to frequent breakdowns on the icy roads. warning…
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Toyota is set to increase its European EV lineup

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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 believe electric vehicles generally have lower operational costs compared to traditional gasoline-powered cars? Would you consider owning an electric vehicle in the future? 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。 introduce /in-truh-DOOS/ [verb] – to make goods or services available to be bought for the first time The company plans to introduce a new product line next month. company /KUHM-puh-nee/ [noun] – an organization that sells goods or services in order to make money The tech company specializes in developing smartphone applications. technology /tek-NOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – (the study…
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Nona Biosciences and Lycia Therapeutics forge groundbreaking partnership

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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 partnerships played a role in historical breakthroughs or innovations? Is it important to continually develop new treatments for various diseases? 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。 disease /dih-ZEEZ/ [noun] – a disorder of structure or function in a human, animal, or plant, especially one that produces specific signs or symptoms The doctor is researching ways to treat the rare disease. break down /BREYK-doun/ [phrasal verb] – to separate something into smaller parts or to analyze in detail We need to break down the problem to understand its complexity….
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Alef Aeronautics’ flying car achieves FAA Certification

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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 support environmentally friendly transportation? Have you ever heard of a “flying car”? 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。 interest /IN-ter-ist/ [noun] – the feeling of wanting to give your attention to something or of wanting to be involved with and to discover more about something The students showed a keen interest in the science experiment, asking many questions. deposit /dih-POZ-it/ [noun] – an amount of money paid in advance to secure an order or reservation To secure their reservation, the guests had to make a deposit in…
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