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Mexican governor foresees avocado export resumption amid security incident

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. halted /HAHL-ted/ [adjective] – stopped or brought to a stop The train service was temporarily suspended due to a halted signal system. stem /stem/ [verb] – to originate from or have its source in The controversy stems from a misunderstanding between the two parties. assault /uh-SAWLT/ [verb] – to have physically attacked or violently confronted someone The protestors assaulted the security guards during the demonstration. hinge /hinj/ [verb] – to depend or rely upon The success of the project hinges on securing funding from investors. lucrative /LOO-kruh-tiv/ [adjective] – (especially of a business, job, or activity)…
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Extreme weather chaos across U.S.

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hail /heyl / [noun] – small, hard balls of ice that fall from the sky like rain The forecast predicts a severe thunderstorm with possible hail this afternoon. saturated /SAT-uh-ray-ted/ [adjective] – containing as much of a substance as possible. The sponge was saturated with water and couldn’t hold anymore. excessive /ek-SEH-siv/ [adjective] – too much; more than is reasonable Eating excessive amounts of candy can make you feel sick. hypothermia /hy-poh-THER-mee-uh/ [noun] – a serious medical condition caused by very low body temperature After falling into the icy lake, he was treated for hypothermia. impassible…
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Scientists discover fossils of ‘Sea Phantom’ pterosaur in Australia

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©Curtin University/Gabriel Ugueto/Handout via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. soar /sawr/ [verb] – to fly or glide high in the air with great ease and grace The eagle soared majestically above the mountain peaks. paleontology /pey-lee-uhn-TOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the scientific study of organisms that lived on earth before there were written records, esp. by examining fossils Paleontology helps us understand how dinosaurs lived and evolved millions of years ago by studying their fossilized remains. fossilization /fos-uh-ly-ZAY-shuhn / [noun] – the process by which organic materials are converted into fossils The fossilization of dinosaur bones provides valuable insights into prehistoric ecosystems…
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H5N1 avian influenza devastates global bird populations, raises alarm over potential human epidemic

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pathogenic /puh-thuh-JEN-ik/ [adjective] – capable of causing disease; relating to pathogenesis The pathogenic bacteria spread quickly among the community, causing illness in many people. tropism /TROH-piz-uhm/ [noun] – the turning or bending movement of an organism or a part toward or away from an external stimulus The scientist studied the tropism of the sunflower, noting how it consistently turned its head to follow the path of the sun throughout the day. manifestation /man-uh-fuh-STAY-shuhn/ [noun ] – a clear appearance or expression of something, often a symptom of a condition Her allergy to peanuts had a manifestation…
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Outbreak investigation underway at Havasupai Reservation as tourists report illnesses; officials respond

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. veterinarian /vet-uh-ri-NAIR-ee-uhn/ [noun] – a person with a medical degree trained to take care of the health of animals My dog was sick, so we took him to the veterinarian. hygiene /HAHY-jeen/ [noun] – the degree to which people keep themselves or their environment clean, especially to prevent disease Good hygiene is important for staying healthy. gastrointestinal /gas-troh-in-TES-tuh-nuhl/ [adjective] – relating to the stomach and intestines She had gastrointestinal problems after eating the bad food. strain /streyn/ [noun] – a force or influence that stretches, pulls, or puts pressure on something, sometimes causing damage; to cause…
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Space tourists show astronaut-like body changes, study reveals adaptation and recovery patterns

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. undergo /uhn-der-GOH/ [verb] – to experience something that is unpleasant or has a strong effect He had to undergo surgery after the accident. immune system /uh-MYOON-si-stm/ [noun] – the cells and tissues in the body that make it able to protect itself against infection Eating fruits and vegetables can help strengthen your immune system. stabilize /STEY-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to become or make something become firm, steady, or unlikely to change The doctor gave him medicine to help stabilize his condition. adverse /ad-VURS/ [adjective] – having a negative or harmful effect on something Smoking has adverse effects…
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Baltimore Port’s main shipping channel fully reopens after Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. commercial /kuh-MUR-shuhl/ [adjective] – related to buying and selling things Many commercial ships pass through the port every day. cargo /KAHR-goh/ [noun] – the goods carried by a ship, aircraft, or other large vehicle The ship was loaded with cargo for the trip across the ocean. refloat /ree-FLOAT/ [verb] – to make a ship float again after it has sunk or grounded They worked hard to refloat the ship after it ran aground. depth /depth/ [noun] – the distance down either from the top of something to the bottom, or to a distance below the top…
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Elephants may address each other by name, study finds

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. vigorously /VIG-er-uhs-lee/ [adverb] – with great energy, intensity, or enthusiasm She vigorously pursued her dreams, undeterred by any obstacles in her path. multifaceted /muhl-tee-FAS-i-tid/ [adjective] – having many different aspects or features; versatile or varied The multifaceted approach to problem-solving considered various perspectives and solutions, leading to a comprehensive strategy. arbitrary /AHR-bi-trer-ee/ [adjective] – based on chance rather than being planned or based on reason The assignment of seating in the classroom seemed arbitrary, as there was no clear rationale behind the arrangement. imitation /im-i-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action of using someone or something as a…
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World’s largest camera set for astronomy in Chile

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©Olivier Bonin/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Handout via REUTERS Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. behemoth /bih-HEE-muhth/ [noun] – something that is extremely large and often extremely powerful The new aircraft carrier is a behemoth, dominating the naval fleet with its immense size and power. audacious /aw-DEY-shuhs/ [adjective] – showing a willingness to take bold risks The startup’s audacious plan to revolutionize the tech industry attracted significant investor interest. elucidate /ih-LOO-si-deyt/ [verb] – to explain something or make something clear She elucidated the complex scientific concept with simple, easy-to-understand examples. comprise /kuhm-PRAHYZ/ [verb] – to consist of or be made up of The new…
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Apple unveils “Apple Intelligence” AI features

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. enhancement /en-HANS-muhnt/ [noun] – the process of improving the quality, amount, or strength of something The software update included several enhancements to improve speed. elevate /EL-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to raise something or lift something up The new coach hopes to elevate the team’s performance. intuitive /in-TOO-i-tiv/ [adjective] – easy to understand or operate without explicit instruction The app has an intuitive design that makes it easy to use. impactful /im-PAKT-fuhl/ [adjective] – having a major impact or effect The documentary was very impactful and changed many people’s views. reaffirm /ree-uh-FURM/ [verb] – to give your support…
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