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The memoir Nobody’s Girl reaches one million copies worldwide

2026年1月7日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do nonfiction books often influence public opinion? If so, how? If not, why? Have you seen books create discussion in society? If so, where? If not, why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indicator /IN-di-key-ter/ [noun] – a sign that shows a condition Sales numbers are an indicator of interest. revive /ri-VIVE/ [verb] – to bring back interest The article revived public debate. awareness /uh-WAIR-nis/ [noun] – knowledge or understanding The campaign raised awareness. strengthen /STRENGK-thuhn/ [verb] – to make stronger Education can strengthen understanding. response /ri-SPONTS/ [verb] – a reaction…
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Haruki Murakami honored in New York with major literary awards for global cultural impact

2026年1月6日

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©AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What awards are given to famous writers? Why are these awards important? What kinds of cultural events happen in large cities? Which events attract international audiences? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. connection /connection /kuh-NEK-shuhn// [noun ] – a relationship between people or ideas The novel shows a strong connection to music. recognition /rek-ig-NISH-uhn/ [noun] – public praise or acknowledgment The author received recognition for his work. engagement /en-GAYJ-muhnt/ [noun] – active interest or involvement The program increased audience engagement. contribution /kon-truh-BYOO-shuhn/ [noun] – something given to…
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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 Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you seen animals at a zoo or sanctuary? If so, what animals did you see? If not, where can you see animals? Do people help animals in the community? If so, how do they help? If not, how can people help animals? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. distinctive /di-STINGK-tiv/ [adjective] – clearly different from others Reteti has a distinctive management structure. practical /PRAK-ti-kuhl/ [adjective] – useful in real situations Goat’s milk was a practical choice for feeding. connected /kuh-NEK-tid/ [adjective] – joined or related Tourism…
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Oscars to leave ABC and stream exclusively on YouTube worldwide starting in 2029

2026年1月4日

©Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you watch award shows? Which award shows are familiar? Are streaming platforms commonly used for entertainment now? Which platforms are popular? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. ceremony /SER-uh-moh-nee/ [noun] – a formal public event or celebration The awards ceremony attracts attention every year. global /GLOH-buhl/ [adjective] – involving the whole world The show reaches a global audience. online /ON-lahyn/ [adjective] – using the internet The program will be shown online next year. future /FYOO-cher/ [noun] – the time that is yet to come Leaders…
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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) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think animals need to feel safe and healthy? What comes to your mind when you hear the word “animal rescue”? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. captivity /kap-TI-vuh-tee/ [noun] – the state of being kept in a closed or controlled place Long periods of captivity can affect an animal’s health and behavior. property /PRO-pur-tee/ [noun] – a piece of land or a building owned by a person or group The police searched the property after receiving a report. trade /treyd/ [noun] – the activity…
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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) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people become attached to certain animals? If you could choose one animal to see up close, what would it be and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. conservation /kon-ser-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the protection of nature, animals, or resources Conservation is important to protect forests from illegal logging. host /hohst/ [verb] – to provide a place or service for an event, activity, or group The city will host an international sports competition next year. departure /dih-PAR-cher/ [noun] – the act of leaving a place…
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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 Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What old buildings exist in your city? How are they protected today? What holidays are linked to historical events? Why are they remembered? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deliberate /di-LIB-er-it/ [adjetive] – done on purpose The action was deliberate, not accidental. support /suh-PORT/ [verb] – to help prove something is true Evidence helped support the theory. layered /LAY-erd/ [adjective] – having many levels or periods The city has a layered past. illustrate /IL-uh-streyt/ [verb] – to show or explain clearly Artifacts illustrate past life. significant /sig-NIF-i-kuhnt/ [adjective]…
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Renewable-energy plan near Atacama site raises alarm over risks to global astronomy research

2025年12月31日

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©AP Photo/Jorge Saenz, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What science projects have been discussed in your school or community? How did people learn about their importance? What development plans have caused concern in your area? What were the main reasons for the concern? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. interrupt /in-ter-UHPT/ [verb] – to stop something for a short time Noise from the street can interrupt a lesson. weaken /WEE-kuhn/ [verb] – to make something less strong Heavy rain can weaken the signal of a radio. reduce /ri-DOOS/ [verb] – to make something smaller or…
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The original 1977 “Star Wars” promotional painting sold for $3.875 million at a Dallas auction

2025年12月30日

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©Heritage Auctions via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What famous movie posters or artworks about popular films have been seen before? What examples of valuable memorabilia have been discussed in school or the community? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. preeminence /pree-EM-uh-nuhns/ [noun] – the state of being more important or powerful than others The painting helped show the movie’s early preeminence in popular culture. transcend /tran-SEND/ [verb] – to go beyond normal limits Some stories transcend generations and remain popular for years. confluence /KON-floo-uhns/ [noun] – a situation in which two or more things…
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NASA probes Maven Spacecraft communications failure after sudden loss of signal at Mars

2025年12月29日

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©NASA/LASP/CU Boulder via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What news has been heard about Mars missions? What details were memorable? What space communication issues have been discussed before? Why were they important? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. intractable /in-TRAK-tuh-bul/ [adjective] – very difficult or impossible to deal with The team faced an intractable problem during the mission review. obfuscate /OB-fuh-skayt/ [verb] – to make something less clear The missing data started to obfuscate the team’s analysis. recalibrate /ree-KAL-uh-brayt/ [verb] – to change or correct something so it works well again NASA needed to recalibrate…
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