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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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ESA’s Hera spacecraft embarks on critical mission to assess asteroid deflection for planetary defense

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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 asteroids are? Is studying asteroids important? 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。 data /DEY-tuh/ [noun] – information, especially facts or numbers, collected to be examined and used to help decision-making or for a specific purpose The company used sales data to improve its products. study /STUHD-ee/ [verb] – to learn about a subject She likes to study history because she finds it interesting. asteroid /AS-tuh-roid/ [noun] – one of the many small rocky bodies that move around the sun, especially between Mars and Jupiter The…
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Auto mechanics student faces life-threatening situation as vehicle accelerates uncontrollably to 120 mph in Minnesota

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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。 Can you give one common cause of road accidents? Are seatbelt use, speed limits, and traffic lights effective in preventing road accidents? 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。 incident /IN-si-duhnt/ [noun] – an event, especially one that is unusual or interesting An incident at school made everyone worried. quiet /KWAHY-it/ [adjective] – making little or no noise The quiet library helps students focus on their work. concern /kuhn-SURN/ [noun] – a feeling of worry or interest about something There is concern about the weather for the trip. minimize /MIN-uh-mahyz/…
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Belgian researchers study impact of climate change on pear farming in 2040 simulation

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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 like pears? Do you think climate change will affect fruit production 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。 set up /SET-uhp/ [phrasal verb] – to establish or arrange something for a particular purpose They plan to set up a new recycling program in the neighborhood. flood /fluhd/ [noun] – a large amount of water covering an area that is usually dry The heavy rain caused floods in several parts of the city. damage /DAM-ij/ [noun] – harm or injury that reduces the value or usefulness…
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Scientists reveal detailed map of fruit fly brain

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 a fruit fly? Is it common to see fruit flies 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。 previous /PREE-vee-uhs/ [adjective] – happening or existing before something or someone else The previous owner of the car took good care of it. advanced /ad-VANST/ [adjective] – far on or ahead in development or progress; sophisticated The advanced technology in the new phone is impressive. arrangement /uh-REYNJ-muhnt/ [noun] – the action, process, or result of arranging or being arranged The arrangement of flowers…
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Indian pianist overcomes adversity, delivers stunning performance at Bengaluru Music Festival

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©AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi 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。 Which qualities do you think make a musician talented? (Choose one or more: creativity, technical skill, stage presence, originality, dedication) Do talented musicians develop their skills through practice? 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。 pianist /pee-AN-ist/ [noun] – a person who plays the piano, especially professionally The pianist played beautifully at the concert. audience /AW-dee-uhns/ [noun] – the people who watch or listen to a performance The audience clapped after the show ended. stage /steyj/ [noun] – a raised area where performances happen The actor walked…
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James Webb Space Telescope discovers carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on Charon

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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 the main chemical substances found on the moon’s surface? Are scientists interested in studying the chemical composition of 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。 key /kee/ [adjective] – important or significant A key player was missing from the soccer team. result /ri-ZUHLT/ [verb] – to happen or exist because something else has happened Not getting enough sleep can result in feeling tired all day. knowledge /NOL-ij/ [noun] – understanding of or information about a subject that you get by experience or study She has…
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World’s first continual cruise to welcome passengers after Belfast repair delays

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 been on a cruise? Are you familiar with the types of amenities available on cruise ships? 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。 unexpected /uhn-ik-SPEK-tid/ [adjective] – not expected The unexpected arrival of guests left us scrambling to prepare extra food. cabin /KAB-in/ [noun] – a small room or compartment on a ship where passengers stay We stayed in a comfortable cabin during our cruise. continent /KON-tn-uhnt/ [noun] – one of the seven large land masses on the earth’s surface, surrounded, or mainly surrounded, by sea and…
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Ex-Shell VP Cindy Taff leads geothermal energy expansion

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©AP Photo/Eric Gay 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 clean energy refer to energy sources that do not pollute the environment? Are people generally interested in using clean energy for environmental reasons? 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。 path /path/ [noun] – symbolizes what someone takes in his or her career After years in traditional energy, she wanted to explore a new path in renewable energy. encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to give support, confidence, or hope to someone Teachers encourage students to ask questions in class. join /join/ [verb] – to get involved in…
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Rising food prices drive consumers to grocery stores

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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 noticed recent examples of price increases? Do you feel frustrated when you see higher prices at the store? 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。 report /ri-PAWRT/ [verb] – to give information about something, often officially She will report the news to her class. attract /uh-TRAKT/ [verb] – to make someone interested in something Bright colors attract more people to the store. cost /kawst/ [noun] – the amount of money needed to buy something The cost of the toy is ten dollars. anticipate /an-TIS-uh-peyt/ [verb] – to expect…
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