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Abu Dhabi announces plans for second Sphere entertainment venue, following Las Vegas success

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©(AP Photo/Nick Didlick, 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。 Are hotels the most commonly found buildings in tourist areas? Which building in your city is the most attractive? 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。 cost /kawst/ [noun] – the amount of money required to buy something The cost of the shirt is twenty dollars. diversify /dih-VUR-suh-fahy/ [verb] – to make or become more varied or diverse It is good to diversify your meals with fruits. feature /FEE-cher/ [verb] – to include or highlight something as an important part The new park features many fun…
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Scientists discover lunar cave near Apollo 11 landing site

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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。 Does a cave on the moon look like a cave on Earth? Are scientists interested in studying caves on 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。 cave /keyv/ [noun] – a large hole in the side of a hill, cliff, or underground The hikers found a cave and rested inside to avoid the rain. discover /dih-SKUHV-er/ [verb] – to find something or someone for the first time The children discovered a hidden path in the forest while playing. essential /uh-SEN-shuhl/ [adjective] – necessary or needed Water is essential…
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Research reveals extinction of 610 bird species and its causes

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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 all birds have the ability to fly? Do you think birds play an important role in maintaining the environment? 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。 sailor /SEY-ler/ [noun] – a person whose job is to work on a ship or boat The sailors were excited to reach the next port after months at sea. hunting /HUHN-ting/ [noun] – chasing and killing an animal or bird for food, sport, or profit Many people in rural areas rely on hunting to provide food for their families. recent /REE-suhnt/ [adjective] –…
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Hurricane Helene devastates Tampa, Florida

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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 hurricanes different from other types of storms? Do you prepare for natural disasters before they hit? 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。 floodwater /FLUHD-waw-ter/ [noun] – water that covers an area during a flood The floodwaters rose quickly, covering the streets and homes. neighbor /NEY-ber/ [noun] – someone who lives near you My neighbor invited us over for dinner last night. together /tuh-GETH-er/ [adverb] – with each other, at the same time or place Let’s study together for the math test tomorrow. federal /FED-er-uhl/ [adjective] – relating to…
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NASA set to launch $5.2 billion Europa Clipper to investigate Jupiter’s moon for life-supporting conditions

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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。 Does Earth’s moon affect our planet in specific ways? Do other planets have moons? 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。 prepare /pri-PAIR/ [verb] – to make something or someone ready for something I will prepare my bag for school. approximately /uh-PROK-suh-mit-lee/ [adverb] – close to a particular number or time, but not exactly that number or time The train arrives in approximately ten minutes. believe /bih-LEEV/ [verb] – to think that something is true or real I believe in fairytales and magic. layer /LEY-er/ [noun] – a level of…
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South Korea celebrates Han Kang’s historic Nobel Prize victory

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©REUTERS/Kim Soo-hyeon 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 prefer fiction or nonfiction? Are you familiar with any Nobel Prize winners in literature? 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。 run out /RUHN-out/ [phrasal verb] – to finish, use, or sell all of something, so that there is none left We need to buy more coffee because we ran out this morning. connect /kuh-NEKT/ [verb] – to establish a relationship or emotional link with someone or something The teacher tried to connect with her students by sharing personal stories from her own life. shocked /shokt/…
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SpaceX marks breakthrough as Starship booster is captured by mechanical arms in landmark test flight

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©Anadolu via Getty Images 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 rocket test flight? Are safety measures such as emergency protocols important during a rocket test flight? 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。 rocket /ROK-it/ [noun] – a device that is propelled into the air or space by the force of gases produced by burning fuel The rocket flew high into the sky. attempt /uh-TEMPT/ [noun] – an act of trying to do something, especially something difficult His first attempt at baking was very tasty. failure /FEYL-yer/ [noun] – the fact…
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Unprecedented rainfall transforms Sahara Desert

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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。 Does a desert landscape change when it rains? Is rain considered a significant event in deserts? 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。 receive /ri-SEEV/ [verb] – to be given or experience something The city received a large amount of snow last winter, far more than usual. rainfall /REYN -fawl/ [noun] – the amount of rain that falls in a specific area The rainfall this month is above average. record /rek-ERD/ [verb] – to write down or store information Please record your name on the sheet. benefit /BEN-uh-fit / [verb]…
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Cambodian fisherman turns to eel farming amid declining fish stocks in Tonle Sap

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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 eaten eel? Do you believe specific environmental conditions are necessary for successful eel farming? 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 growing plants or raising animals for food Farming helps people grow food for everyone. demand /dih-MAND/ [noun] – the desire of consumers for a product or service There is high demand for fresh fruits in summer. support /suh-PAWRT/ [noun] – help or assistance The teacher gives support to students in class. training /TREY-ning/ [noun] – the process of learning…
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New research reveals humanity may have hit the limit of life expectancy

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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 living longer is always a good thing? Have you heard of any countries where people commonly live to 100 years old? 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 people, especially in a book, magazine, or newspaper, or to produce and sell a book, magazine, or newspaper The author decided to publish her first novel next spring. maximum /MAK-suh-muhm/ [adjective] – being the largest amount or number allowed or possible The maximum speed allowed on this road is 60…
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