Intermediate

US public health reforms target obesity, ultra-processed foods, and school lunches

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think makes a meal healthy? If you could change one thing about the meals served at schools or workplaces, what would it be? Why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proposal /pruh-POH-zuhl/ [noun] – a plan or suggestion, especially a formal or written one, put forward for consideration The teacher shared her proposal to start a new reading program. prevalence /PREV-uh-luhns/ [noun] – the fact of being common or widespread The prevalence of smartphones has changed how people communicate daily. feasibility /fee-zuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the possibility of something…
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Coca-Cola responds to nostalgia trend with orange cream launch

Coca Cola

©(Coca-Cola via AP) Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could create a new flavor for a soda, what would it taste like? Why do you think people like flavors that remind them of the past? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. indicate /IN-di-keyt/ [verb] – to show, suggest, or point out something Research indicates a rising preference for online education among university students. adapt /uh-DAPT/ [verb] – to change something in order to fit or suit new conditions Companies often adapt their policies to meet the requirements of different regions. discontinuation /dis-kuhn-tin-yoo-EY-shuhn/ [noun] – the…
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EU achieves milestone: 47% of electricity from renewable sources in 2024

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about renewable energy sources like solar and wind? Why is renewable energy important for the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. target /TAHR-git/ [verb] – to aim or direct something toward a specific goal The campaign targets young adults who want to learn new skills. technological /tek-nuh-LOJ-i-kuhl/ [adjective] – relating to or involving technology Technological advancements have made cars safer and more efficient. substantial /suhb-STAN-shuhl/ [adjective] – large in size, amount, or importance The company made a substantial profit this year. incentive /in-SEN-tiv/ [noun] – something…
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Spanish PM Sánchez unveils EU Social Media Reform Plan at Davos

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you usually use social media, and what do you enjoy about it? Do you think people should be held responsible for what they post online? Why or why not? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. proposal /pruh-POH-zuhl/ [noun] – a suggestion, sometimes a written one, for a plan or idea The teacher shared a proposal for the class project. regulation /reg-yuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – an official rule or the act of controlling something The new regulation requires students to wear uniforms every day. misinformation /mis-in-fer-MEY-shuhn/ [noun] – false or incorrect…
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Guide to yoga styles finds the best fit for beginners

Yoga

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you usually do when you want to feel more focused or less stressed? What are some ways people can take care of their bodies and minds at the same time? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. meditation /med-i-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the practice of focusing the mind on a specific thought, activity, or object for relaxation or clarity The doctor suggested meditation to help reduce her stress from work. ideal /ahy-DEE-uhl/ [adjective] – perfect or most suitable for a specific purpose or situation The small classroom is ideal for one-on-one…
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Cynthia Erivo honored as 2025 Woman of the Year by Hasty Pudding Theatricals

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©Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you think creative works, like movies or music, can impact people’s lives or emotions? Why should achievements be recognized? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. exemplary /ig-ZEM-pluh-ree/ [adjective] – very good and suitable to be copied or admired Her exemplary work in the project inspired the entire team. portrayal /pawr-TREY-uhl/ [noun] – the way someone or something is represented in a book, film, or play His portrayal of the king in the play was unforgettable. artistic /ahr-TIS-tik/ [adjective] – relating to art or artists She displayed her…
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Rare meteorite strike captured on Canadian doorbell camera

Meteor

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think people are curious about objects that come from space? What do you think it would be like to hold a piece of a rock that came from space? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. visible /VIZ-uh-buhl/ [adjective] – able to be seen The mountain’s peak was visible through the mist after the fog cleared. impact /IM-pakt/ [noun] – the action of one object hitting another The car crash caused a noticeable impact on the vehicle’s front side. interstellar /in-ter-STEL-er/ [adjective] – occurring or existing between stars The…
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Harsh winter hits southern US: Snowfall and freezing temperatures challenge ecosystems

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you think happens to plants and trees when the weather gets very cold? What do you think animals or plants do to survive in very cold weather? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. unprecedented /uhn-PRES-i-den-tid/ [adjective] – never having happened or existed in the past The region experienced an unprecedented amount of snowfall this year. adaptation /ad-uhp-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of changing to suit different conditions Animals living in the Arctic show special adaptations for the cold. safeguard /SEYF-gahrd/ [verb] – to protect something from harm The zoo…
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Lost Lake field trip highlights accessibility challenges and innovations in STEM research

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Why do you think it’s important for everyone to have the chance to do scientific research? Why do you think accessibility is important in scientific research? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. barrier /BAR-ee-er/ [noun] – something that prevents or blocks movement, access, or progress The tall wall was a barrier that blocked the path. promote /pruh-MOHT/ [verb] – to support or encourage something to happen or develop The campaign promotes healthy eating among children. illustrate /IL-uh-streyt/ [verb] – to show something clearly, often with examples, pictures, or demonstrations The teacher…
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Brazilian woman seeks recognition as world’s oldest person

Oldest

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could live to be very old, what would you want to do with all that time? Imagine meeting someone who is over 100 years old. What questions would you want to ask them? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. claim /kleym/ [noun] – an assertion of something as a fact, typically without proof or evidence The author’s claim of having written the best-selling novel was later verified by official sales records. absence /AB-suhns/ [noun] – the state of being away or not present The absence of clear directions led…
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