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Rapid warming changes ice and wildlife on the Antarctic Peninsula

2026年1月9日

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©(AP Photo/Mark Baker) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in amount, size, or importance The project required a substantial amount of time to complete safely. fragile /FRAJ-uhl/ [adjective] – easily damaged or harmed The museum protects fragile artifacts by limiting visitor access. inevitable /in-EV-i-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – certain to happen and unable to be prevented Experts warned that flooding was inevitable unless stronger protection measures were put in place. vulnerable /VUHL-ner-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – easily harmed or affected by danger or problems Coastal communities are vulnerable to rising sea levels due to their low elevation. implication /im-pli-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] –…
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Criticism of Mexican bread leads to widespread online backlash

2026年1月8日

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©(AP Photo/Marco Ugarte) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resurface /ree-SUR-fis/ [verb] – to appear again after being forgotten or hidden Old safety concerns resurfaced after a recent factory accident. dismissive /dis-MIS-iv/ [adjective] – showing a lack of respect or interest The manager gave a dismissive response to the employee’s suggestion. disproportionate /dis-pruh-PAWR-shuh-nit/ [adjective] – too large or too small when compared to something else The issue gained disproportionate attention after being shared online. artisanal /AHR-tuh-zuh-nl/ [adjective] – made in a traditional or handmade way The market is known for artisanal cheese produced by local farmers. gentrification /jen-truh-fi-KEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process…
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The memoir Nobody’s Girl reaches one million copies worldwide

2026年1月7日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. reckoning /REK-uh-ning/ [noun] – a moment of facing consequences or truth Institutions faced a public reckoning after the report. catalyst /KAT-l-ist/ [noun] – something that causes change The book became a catalyst for renewed discussion. enduring /enduring /en-DUR-ing// [adjective] – lasting for a long time The issue has enduring relevance worldwide. credibility /kred-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – quality of being trusted The case raised questions about institutional credibility. significance /sig-NIF-i-kuhns/ [noun] – importance The memoir holds historical significance. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation. A newly released memoir reached…
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Haruki Murakami honored in New York with major literary awards for global cultural impact

2026年1月6日

Brix-News (65)

©AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. paradigm /PAIR-uh-dime/ [noun] – a typical example or model The project became a paradigm for international cooperation. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different aspects The writer maintained a multifaceted creative career. interplay /IN-ter-play/ [noun] – the way two things affect each other Critics noted the interplay between music and narrative. resonance /REZ-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the ability to evoke shared meaning or emotion The story gained resonance with global readers. symbolic /sim-BOL-ik/ [adjective] – representing a larger idea The award held symbolic importance for writers. Article Reading: Please read the whole article….
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Kenyan elephant sanctuary gains global attention for indigenous-led conservation and community development

2026年1月5日

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©John Dowling via AP Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. paradigm shift //PAIR-uh-dime SHIFT// [noun phrase] – a significant change in ideas, methods, or systems The sanctuary represents a paradigm shift in how wildlife conservation is managed. innovative /IN-uh-vay-tiv/ [adjective] – introducing new ideas or methods The sanctuary used an innovative feeding strategy for elephants. integral /IN-ti-gruhl/ [adjective] – necessary and important as part of a whole Elephants are integral to the region’s ecosystem. sustainable /suh-STAY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to continue without harming resources Sustainable tourism supports long-term development. replicable /REP-li-kuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be repeated or copied successfully Experts believe…
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Oscars to leave ABC and stream exclusively on YouTube worldwide starting in 2029

2026年1月4日

Brix-News (63)

©Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. historic /hi-STOR-ik/ [adjective] – important in history or likely to be remembered The decision marked a historic moment for broadcast television. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different aspects The agreement created a multifaceted partnership between companies. dominance /DOM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – power or influence over others The platform’s dominance continues to grow among younger viewers. transition /tran-ZISH-uhn/ [noun] – a change from one state to another The industry is in transition as habits evolve. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] – carefully planned to achieve a goal Leaders made a strategic decision about distribution….
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Rescued lion and bear begin new lives in German sanctuaries

2026年1月3日

Lion Bear Rescued

©(Four Paws via AP) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unlawful /un-LAW-ful/ [adjective] – not allowed by law The company stopped an unlawful practice after a government inspection. unsuitable /un-SOO-tuh-bul/ [adjective] – not appropriate or safe for a specific purpose The building was closed because it was unsuitable for public use. rehabilitation /ree-ha-bih-lih-TAY-shun/ [noun] – the process of restoring health or normal condition The center focuses on rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery. mane /meyn/ [noun] – the long hair on the neck of a lion or horse The horse’s mane was carefully brushed before the competition. stringent /STRIN-jent/ [adjective] – very…
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Panda twins at Ueno Zoological Gardens prepare for return to China

2026年1月2日

Ueno Panda

©(AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko) Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. inevitable /ih-NEV-uh-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – certain to happen and unable to be avoided Due to limited time, a final decision became inevitable for the project team. suitable /SOO-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – right or acceptable for a particular purpose or situation The company searched for a suitable location to open a new training center. alleviate /uh-LEE-vee-eyt/ [verb] – to make a problem or difficult situation less severe The city added more buses to alleviate traffic congestion during rush hour. commemorate /kuh-MEM-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to honor or remember an important event or achievement The school held a…
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Excavation uncovers longest continuous ancient wall in Jerusalem, supporting 2,100-year-old ceasefire account

2026年1月1日

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©AP Photo/Leo Correa Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. systematic /sis-tuh-MAT-ik/ [adjective] – done according to a fixed plan or method The excavation followed a systematic research design. congruent /KONG-groo-uhnt/ [adjective] – consistent or matching with something else The findings were congruent with historical writings. sovereignty /SOV-rin-tee/ [noun] – supreme authority or power The palace symbolized political sovereignty. fortification /Pronunciation: /for-tuh-fi-KAY-shuhn// [noun] – Meaning: a defensive wall or structure The fortification protected the ancient city. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never done or known before The length of the wall was unprecedented. Article Reading: Please read the whole article. Then, I will check…
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Renewable-energy plan near Atacama site raises alarm over risks to global astronomy research

2025年12月31日

©AP Photo/Jorge Saenz, File Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. undermine /UHN-der-mahyn/ [verb] – to make something weaker or less effective The change in regulations could undermine long-term research goals. adverse /AD-vurs/ [adjective] – having a negative or harmful effect The team warned that adverse conditions would slow future discoveries. compromise /KOM-pruh-mahyz/ [verb] – to damage something or put it at risk Even slight vibrations could compromise telescope accuracy. acute /uh-KYOOT/ [adjective] – very serious or severe Scientists described the risk as an acute challenge to astronomy. diminish /Pronunciation: /dih-MIN-ish// [verb] – to reduce or make something become less New light sources…
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