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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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New eyeglass lenses approved to slow childhood nearsightedness

2025年12月28日

glasses

©(Luxottica via AP) Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What activities do children spend the most time on today? What do you usually do to rest your eyes after a long day? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nearsightedness /NEER-sy-tid-ness/ [noun] – the condition of not being able to see far objects clearly Doctors checked the child for nearsightedness during a school health exam. distant /DIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – far away Distant signs were hard to read without glasses. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in amount or size The new training program led to a substantial improvement in…
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Italian cuisine recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

2025年12月27日

Italian

Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What foods remind you of your family or your culture? What habits do you think make food preparation more sustainable or respectful to the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. nomination /nom-uh-NEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of officially suggesting someone or something for a position, award, or recognition The nomination for the city’s art award included several young painters who showed strong talent. accredited /uh-KRED-i-tid/ [adjective] – officially recognized or approved as meeting a certain standard The accredited language center offered programs that were accepted by many international schools. migration…
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Calisthenics gains momentum as experts highlight accessible, low-equipment fitness options

2025年12月26日

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Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What common exercises are usually featured in fitness programs? How do these exercises help people stay active? What reasons have people given for choosing home-based workouts? When might home workouts be more helpful than gym visits? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. perpetuate /per-PECH-oo-eyt/ [verb] – to cause something to continue The program tried to perpetuate regular exercise among beginners. delineate /dih-LIN-ee-eyt/ [verb] – to clearly describe or show something Coaches delineate each step so learners understand the correct form. preeminent /pree-EM-uh-nuhnt/ [adjective] – more important or powerful than others in…
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Travel Tuesday promotions expand as airlines and hotels target post-holiday slowdown

2025年12月25日

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©AP Photo/George Walker IV Pre-reading Questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What holiday sales events are commonly discussed in media? What travel promotions have been reported recently? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. propagate /PROP-uh-geyt/ [verb] – to spread opinions, beliefs, or ideas among many people The company tried to propagate interest in its new travel program. conspicuous /kuhn-SPIK-yoo-uhs/ [adjective] – easily seen or noticed The large countdown timer made the offer very conspicuous. precipitate /pri-SIP-i-teyt/ [verb] – to cause something to happen suddenly or sooner Unclear wording can precipitate confusion among customers. discrepancy /dis-KREP-uhn-see/ [noun] – a…
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