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AI version of Val Kilmer to appear in new independent film

2026年4月29日

Val Kilmer

©(AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think about using technology in movies? What can technology do to make movies more interesting? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. digital /DIJ-i-tl/ [adjective] – using computer technology Digital tools help create movies. permission /per-MISH-uhn/ [noun] – agreement to allow something The team got permission to film. technology /tek-NOL-uh-jee/ [noun] – the use of machines and computers to do tasks Technology improves daily life. industry /IN-duh-stree/ [noun] – business activity The film industry is growing. ethical /ETH-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – related to what is morally right…
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Apollo lunar rocks reveal brief powerful magnetic field on moon

2026年4月28日

apollo

©(Sam Lott/NASA via AP, File) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could visit the moon, what would you like to see or do there? What do you imagine rocks from space are like? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. temporary /TEM-puh-rer-ee/ [adjective] – lasting for a short time The problem was temporary and quickly fixed. powerful /POU-er-fuhl/ [adjective] – having a strong effect or influence The storm was very powerful last night. protect /pruh-TEKT/ [verb] – to keep someone or something safe Sunscreen helps protect the skin. evidence /EV-i-duhns/ [noun] – facts that show something…
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Understanding seed packet terms improves gardening success

2026年4月27日

seeds

©(Jessica Damiano via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think plants need to grow well? If you could grow any plant in your home or garden, what plant would you choose? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. packet /PAK-it/ [noun] – a small container or envelope that holds a small amount of something The medicine packet contains instructions for safe use. perennial /puh-REN-ee-uhl/ [noun] – a plant that lives for more than two years The rose is a perennial that grows again every spring. advise /ad-VAHYZ/ [verb] – to give someone a…
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Amazon introduces faster delivery options amid rising competition

2026年4月26日

Amazon

©(AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you prefer to shop online or buy in a physical store? Why? What is more important for you: low cost or fast delivery? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. electronic /ih-lek-TRON-ik/ [noun] – a device that uses electricity to work Many people use electronics in their daily lives. expectation /ek-spek-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – a belief about what will happen There is an expectation that the event will start on time. logistic /loh-JIS-tik/ [noun] – the system of organizing and moving goods Good logistics help the…
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Aquarium workers feed sharks weekly as marine care supports animal health and protection

2026年4月25日

aquarium

©(AP Photo/John Locher) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people visit aquariums? How do you think people take care of animals in aquariums? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. facility /fuh-SIL-i-tee/ [noun] – a place where a particular activity happens The sports facility is open to the public. varied /VAIR-eed/ [adjective] – having many different types A varied diet helps people stay healthy. monitor /MON-i-ter/ [verb] – to watch and check something carefully Doctors monitor patients during treatment. condition /kuhn-DISH-uhn/ [noun] – the state of something The animal is in good condition. conservation…
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Oil shipments continue through the Strait of Hormuz amid changing global supply conditions

2026年4月24日

Brix-News (24)

©AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about oil transportation around the world? Why do countries need oil from other places? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. route /root/ [noun] – a way or course taken to get from one place to another The ship followed a long route across the ocean. export /EK-spawrt/ [verb] – to send goods to another country for sale The country exports oil to many nations. demand /dih-MAND/ [noun] – the need or desire for something There is high demand for fuel in winter. supply /suh-PLAHY/…
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NASA asteroid impact test successfully alters orbital path in planetary defense breakthrough

2026年4月23日

asteroid

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think about space and planets? How would you feel if an asteroid came close to Earth? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. impact /IM-pakt/ [noun] – the force or action of one object hitting another The impact changed the asteroid’s path. orbit /OR-bit/ [noun] – the curved path of an object around another object The moon follows an orbit around Earth. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to make something smaller or less Scientists want to reduce the risk of danger. debris /duh-BREE/ [noun] – small pieces left after…
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Severe storms and government shutdown disrupt hundreds of flights across the United States

2026年4月22日

Atlanta International Airport

©(AP Photo/Emilie Megnien) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you prefer traveling during busy seasons or quiet times? Why? What problems can bad weather cause when people travel? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cancel /KAN-suhl/ [verb] – to stop something from happening The airline canceled the flight because of the storm. delay /dih-LEY/ [noun] – a situation when something happens later than planned There was a long delay at the airport. crowded /KROU-did/ [adjective] – full of people The airport was very crowded during the holiday. shortage /SHAWR-tij/ [noun] – a situation when there is…
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Evacuation flight brings pets and owners to safety

2026年4月21日

Evacuation flight

©(AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think is important to bring when leaving a place quickly? Why? How would you feel if you had to travel suddenly to another country? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. evacuation /ih-vak-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of moving people from a dangerous place to a safe place The school started an evacuation after a fire alarm. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – a situation that stops something from working normally The heavy rain caused a disruption in train services. hub /huhb/ [noun] – a central place where…
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How stair climbing supports health despite access challenges

2026年4月20日

stair

©(AP Photo/Jason DeCrow, File) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you usually do to stay active during a busy day? How do you feel when you walk up many stairs? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. guidance /GAHYD-ns/ [noun] – advice or help given to guide someone The company followed expert guidance to improve safety at work. injury /IN-juh-ree/ [noun] – physical harm or damage to the body The player had an injury after the game and needed rest. workout /WURK-out/ [noun] – a session of physical exercise He finished a short workout before going…
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