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Young U.S. graduates face rising job market struggles as employers favor experience

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©AP Illustration / Peter Hamlin Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What skills do you think are important for getting a good job? If you had an interview tomorrow, how would you prepare for it? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. resilience /ri-ZIL-yuhns/ [noun] – the ability to be happy, successful, etc. again after something difficult or bad has happened The village showed resilience after the flood destroyed many houses. strategic /struh-TEE-jik/ [adjective] – helping to achieve a plan, usually in war, politics, or business The team made a strategic plan to win the competition. versatile /VUR-suh-tl/…
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Genetic study identifies four distinct giraffe species after decades of research

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©Michael Brown/IUCN via AP Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What comes to your mind when you think of giraffes? How do you think giraffes use their long necks? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. noteworthy /NOHT-wur-thee/ [adjective] – important or interesting enough to be noticed The teacher’s new idea was noteworthy and surprised the students. clarify /KLAR-uh-fahy/ [verb] – to make something clear or easier to understand The coach will clarify the game rules before the match. distinction /dih-STINGK-shuhn/ [noun] – a difference between two similar things. There is a clear distinction between day and night….
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FDA orders recall of Walmart shrimp linked to radioactive isotope

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©(AP Photo/Charles Krupa) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you decide if food in a store looks safe or fresh? What do you think “food safety” means? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. substance /SUHB-stuhns/ [noun] – a material or matter with particular qualities Scientists discovered a dangerous substance in the river water. container /kuhn-TEY-ner/ [noun] – an object such as a box or a bottle used to hold or carry things Officials found illegal goods hidden inside large containers at the port. code /kohd/ [noun] – a set of numbers or letters used for…
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Mexico’s iconic axolotl faces precipitous decline

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©AP Photo/Marco Ugarte, File Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever seen a salamander in real life? If so, where did you see it? If not, which animal would you like to see? Do you know about animals that live in water? If so, which animals do you know? If not, which animal would you like to learn about? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. drastic /DRAS-tik/ [adjective] – likely to have a very noticeable effect The city took drastic action to stop the fire quickly. promising /PROM-uh-sing/ [adjective] – showing signs of being successful…
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Cambridge Dictionary adds 6,000 new words in 2025 update

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What is a new word you have learned recently, in English or your own language? How do you feel when people use new slang words that you do not know? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nonsense /NON-sens/ [noun] – words or ideas that have no meaning or make no sense The children laughed at the nonsense words in the funny storybook. influence /IN-floo-uhns/ [verb] – to affect or change the way someone thinks, behaves, or develops Teachers often influence how students choose their future jobs. database /DEY-tuh-beys/ [noun] – a…
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Osprey numbers drop as food source dwindles in bay

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©AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever seen an osprey or another large bird near water? If so, where did you see it? If not, what bird would you like to see? What animals in your country are important to protect? Why do you think so? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. revival /ri-VAHY-vuhl/ [noun] – a process in which something becomes active or strong again The small town saw a revival of local markets. inevitable /in-EV-i-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – certain to happen and unable to be avoided It was inevitable that the…
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Supreme Court allows Mississippi social media law for minors to proceed

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you feel about children using social media at a young age? What are some good things children can get from using social media? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. platform /PLAT-fawrm/ [noun] – a type of system or technology that allows people to communicate, share, or access information (e.g., websites, apps, or services) Online shopping platforms have become essential for small businesses. justice /JUHS-tis/ [noun] – judge of a high court, especially the Supreme Court The justices debated the case for hours before making a ruling. reject /ri-JEKT/ [verb]…
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Antarctic krill fishing nears seasonal limit, raising climate and wildlife concerns

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever eaten food that comes from the ocean? If so, what kind of seafood did you eat? If not, what seafood would you like to try? Have you ever seen a whale, seal, or penguin in real life or on TV? If so, where did you see it? If not, which animal would you like to see first? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. closure /KLOH-zher/ [noun] – the situation when something is closed The store faced closure after many years of service. consensus /kuhn-SEN-suhs/ [noun] – a generally…
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Library book returned to San Antonio after 82 years

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Have you ever borrowed a book from a library? If so, how long did you keep it? If not, would you like to try? Have you ever found an old book in your house? If so, what book was it? If not, what old thing did you find? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. penalty /PEN-l-tee/ [noun] – a punishment for breaking a rule or law The player received a penalty for touching the ball with his hand. significance /sig-NIF-i-kuhns/ [noun] – importance or special meaning of something The teacher explained…
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Vermont’s Dog Mountain marks 25 years of tribute to animals through art and nature

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©(AP Photo/Amanda Swinhart) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think people can show love and respect for their pets? Why do you think people like to keep memories of their pets or animals they love? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sanctuary /SANGK-choo-er-ee/ [noun] – a safe place or shelter The nature reserve is a sanctuary for endangered birds. honor /ON-er/ [verb] – to show respect or give recognition The city built a statue to honor the firefighters who saved lives during the disaster. handwritten /HAND-ri-tn/ [adjective] – written by hand rather than printed…
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