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South Korea celebrates Han Kang’s historic Nobel Prize victory

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©REUTERS/Kim Soo-hyeon Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. soar /sawr/ [verb] – to rise very quickly to a high level The company’s stock prices soared after the successful product launch. deplete /dih-PLEET/ [verb] – to use up or reduce the amount of something The hikers quickly depleted their supply of water during the long trek. poignant /POIN-yuhnt/ [adjective] – causing a strong feeling of sadness or emotion The movie’s poignant ending left the audience in tears. acclaim /uh-KLYEM/ [noun] – public approval and praise The young pianist received widespread acclaim after her stunning performance at the concert. elevate /EL-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to…
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SpaceX marks breakthrough as Starship booster is captured by mechanical arms in landmark test flight

©Anadolu via Getty Images Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accomplishment /uh-KOM-plish-muhnt/ [noun] – something that has been achieved successfully, especially after a lot of effort Winning the national championship was a remarkable accomplishment for the team. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt/ [verb] – to show or make something clear The teacher used a video to demonstrate the importance of recycling to the students. pivotal /PIV-uh-tl/ [adjective] – central and important A pivotal scene in the movie changed the characters’ motivations dramatically. operational /op-uh-REY-shuh-nl/ [adjective] – if a system is operational, it is working The military base became operational after the completion of the training…
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Unprecedented rainfall transforms Sahara Desert

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. link /lingk/ [verb] – to make or show a connection between two or more things The scientist linked the study results to previous research on climate change. extratropical /EK-struh-TROP-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to areas outside of the tropics Extratropical storms often occur in regions where cold and warm air meet. meteorologist /mee-tee-uh-ROL-uh-jist/ [noun] – a scientist who studies weather and atmospheric conditions The meteorologist predicted rain based on the latest satellite images. atmospheric /at-muhs-FER-ik/ [adjective] – relating to the atmosphere or the air surrounding the Earth The atmospheric pressure decreased as the storm approached the coastline….
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Cambodian fisherman turns to eel farming amid declining fish stocks in Tonle Sap

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. degradation /deg-ruh-DEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process in which something is damaged or worsens in quality, condition, or level The degradation of the forest due to illegal logging has become a serious issue. livelihood /lAHYV-lee-hood/ [noun] – the way someone earns the money they need to pay for food, a place to live, etc. Many farmers depend on the land for their livelihood. aquaculture /AK-wuh-kuhl-cher/ [noun] – the cultivation of aquatic organisms such as fish or plants for food The growth of aquaculture has helped reduce pressure on wild fish populations. sustainable /suh-STEY-nuh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to…
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New research reveals humanity may have hit the limit of life expectancy

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. centenarian /sen-tn-AIR-ee-uhn/ [noun] – someone who is a 100 years old or more The town held a special celebration for the centenarians in the community. longevity /lon-JEV-i-tee/ [noun] – the length or duration of a person’s life; long life Scientists are studying ways to improve human longevity through medical advancements and healthier lifestyles. diminish /dih-MIN-ish/ [verb] – to reduce or be reduced in size or importance Over time, her fear of public speaking started to diminish, and she became more confident. eliminate /ih-LIM-uh-neyt/ [verb] – to remove or take away someone or something The new software…
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ESA’s Hera spacecraft embarks on critical mission to assess asteroid deflection for planetary defense

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjetive] – extremely important or necessary Good communication is crucial for a successful team project in any organization. effectiveness /ih-FEK-tiv-nis/ [noun] – the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result The effectiveness of the new marketing strategy will be assessed after six months. deflect /dih-FLEKT/ [verb] – to cause something to change direction; to turn aside The goalie managed to deflect the ball away from the goal during the game. sophisticated /suh-FIS-ti-key-tid/ [adjective] – highly developed and complex; showing advanced knowledge or understanding The sophisticated software requires extensive training to…
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Auto mechanics student faces life-threatening situation as vehicle accelerates uncontrollably to 120 mph in Minnesota

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. uncontrollable /uhn-kuhn-TROH-luh-buhl/ [adjective] – unable to be controlled or stopped The child’s uncontrollable laughter disrupted the quiet atmosphere of the library. suspicion /suh-SPISH-uhn/ [noun] – a belief or idea that something may be true, especially something bad, without proof Her sudden change in behavior raised suspicion among her coworkers. malfunction /mal-FUHNGK-shuhn/ [noun] – the failure of a machine, part, or system to work correctly The computer’s malfunction caused us to lose several hours of work. thorough /THUR-oh/ [adjective] – detailed and careful The researcher conducted a thorough review of all the scientific literature. reliability /ri-lahy-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun]…
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Belgian researchers study impact of climate change on pear farming in 2040 simulation

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. dome /dohm/ [noun] – a rounded or spherical structure, often used to cover a space or area A large dome covered the stadium, protecting fans from the rain. orchard /AWR-cherd/ [noun] – a piece of land where fruit trees are grown The family picked apples from the orchard during the fall harvest. drought /drout/ [noun] – a long period when there is little or no rain The region experienced severe droughts, affecting crop production. simulated /SI-myuh-lay-tuhd/ [adjective] – made to look like or have the features of something else The scientists conducted experiments in a simulated…
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Scientists reveal detailed map of fruit fly brain

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. neurobiological /NYUOR-row-bahy-uh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the scientific study of the nervous system, its structure, how it works, and its biochemistry The neurobiological effects of stress on the human body are still being studied by scientists. insight /IN-sahyt/ [noun] – (the ability to have) a clear, deep, and sometimes sudden understanding of a complicated problem or situation The teacher provided valuable insights that helped the students grasp the complex topic. principle /PRIN-suh-puhl/ [noun] – a basic idea or rule that explains or controls how something happens or works The principle of supply and demand is fundamental…
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Indian pianist overcomes adversity, delivers stunning performance at Bengaluru Music Festival

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©AP Photo/Aijaz Rahi Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. demonstrate /DEM-uhn-streyt/ [verb] – to show or prove something clearly The teacher will demonstrate how to solve the math problem for the class. perseverance /pur-suh-VEER-uhns/ [noun] – continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties His perseverance helped him finish the race, even when he was tired. illustrate /IL-uh-streyt/ [verb] – to demonstrate or exemplify something clearly The teacher will illustrate the story with colorful pictures to help us understand. adversity /ad-VUR-si-tee/ [noun] – a difficult or unpleasant situation She faced much adversity when starting her new job, but she did not…
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