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Mekong giant catfish shows signs of recovery after conservation efforts in Cambodia

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. critically /KRIT-ik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is extremely important or serious The scientist examined the data critically before sharing it with the team. endangered /en-DEYN-jerd/ [adjective] – at risk of no longer existing, especially in the wild The park is home to several endangered animals, including rare birds and turtles. obstruct /uhb-STRUHKT/ [verb] – to block or prevent something from happening or progressing Fallen trees obstructed the path, making it difficult for hikers to pass. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of protecting something from harm, loss, or destruction The preservation of old buildings…
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Two critically endangered North Atlantic right whales entangled in fishing gear off Massachusetts coast

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. critically /KRIT-ik-lee/ [adverb] – in a way that is extremely important or serious, especially in terms of survival or condition The patient was critically ill and needed immediate attention. sighting /SAI-tuhng/ [noun] – the action of seeing something, especially something unusual or rare The sighting of the rare bird excited everyone at the park. aerial /AIR-ee-uhl/ [adjective] – related to the air or atmosphere, or done from the air The aerial view of the city was breathtaking. entanglement /en-TANG-guhl-muhnt/ [noun] – the state of being caught or twisted in something The fisherman struggled with the entanglement…
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Germany and France launch high-speed train service to strengthen EU ties and promote eco-friendly travel

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. eco-friendly /ee-koh-FREND-lee/ [adjective] – designed to have little or no damaging effect on the environment Using bicycles instead of cars is an eco-friendly way to travel short distances. symbolize /SIM-buh-lahyz/ [verb] – to represent something The national flag symbolizes unity and pride for the country’s people. punctuality /puhngk-choo-AL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of being on time Employers value punctuality because it shows responsibility and respect for others’ time. modernization /mod-er-nahy-ZEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the process of making something more current or suitable for the present The modernization of the library included adding computers and digital resources. complement…
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Google’s 2024 “Year in Search” shows global trends and insights

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. surge /surj/ [noun] – a sudden and great increase There was a surge in online sales during the holiday season. notable /NOH-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – important and deserving attention, because of being very good or interesting She made a notable contribution to the project’s success. sector /SEK-ter/ [noun] – a distinct part or subdivision of a society, economy, or activity The technology sector has seen significant growth over the past decade. intriguing /uhn-TREE-guhng/ [adjective] – very interesting because of being unusual or mysterious The scientist made an intriguing discovery about the behavior of the species. demure /dih-MYOOR/…
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Mount Kanlaon eruption triggers evacuations, disrupts air travel, and raises alert level in the Philippines

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©AP Photo/Chona Aplaon Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. pyroclastic /pahy-ruh-KLAS-tik/ [adjective] – relating to or consisting of small pieces of rock from a volcano The pyroclastic flow buried the nearby forests under layers of ash and rocks. ascent /uh-SENT/ [noun] – the act of moving or climbing up something The hikers began their ascent early to reach the mountain summit by noon. incinerate /in-SIN-uh-reyt/ [verb] – to burn something completely into ashes The firefighters quickly contained the blaze before it could incinerate the entire building. susceptible /suh-SEP-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – easily influenced, harmed, or affected by something Young children are more susceptible…
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Brazilian states push to ease rainforest protections, sparking environmental concerns

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. deforestation /dee-fawr-uh-STEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the action or process of clearing large areas of forests Deforestation is a serious problem in many parts of the world. biodiverse /BAI-ow-dai-vurs/ [adjective] – containing many different types of plants and animals The Amazon rainforest is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. privatization /prai-vuh-tuh-ZAY-shn/ [noun] – the process of transferring ownership or control of something from the public sector to the private sector Privatization of the energy sector has sparked debates about fairness. agribusiness /AG-ruh-biz-nis/ [noun] – agricultural business, especially one that involves the production and distribution of food…
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Ban on social media for minors moves closer to reality in Australia

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. accountable /uh-KOUN-tuh-buhl/ [adjective] – required to take responsibility for actions or decisions and explain them when necessary Companies must be accountable for the environmental impact of their operations. systemic /si-STEM-ik/ [adjective] – relating to or affecting an entire system, rather than just parts of it The company is addressing systemic problems in its supply chain. amendment /uh-MEND-muhnt/ [noun] – a change to a law, either one that has already been passed or one that is still being discussed The constitution was updated with several amendments last year. efficacy /EF-i-kuh-see/ [noun] – the ability of something to…
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Powerful “Bomb Cyclone” strikes West Coast, causing widespread damage and disruptions

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. forecast /FAWR-kast/ [noun] – a statement of what is judged likely to happen in the future, especially in connection with a particular situation, or the expected weather conditions The weather forecast predicted heavy snow for the weekend. trigger /TRIG-er/ [verb] – to cause something to start or happen The heavy rains triggered flash flooding in several towns. persist /per-SIST/ [verb] – to continue firmly in an action or course of action despite difficulty or opposition The storm conditions persisted through the night, causing widespread disruptions. vulnerability /vuhl-ner-uh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the state of being open to harm…
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Rare tropical cyclone cluster raises concerns about climate change’s impact on weather

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. cluster /KLUHS-ter/ [noun] – a group of similar things that are close together, sometimes surrounding something The scientist observed a cluster of stars in the night sky. catastrophic /kat-uh-STROF-ik/ [adjective] – causing sudden and very great harm or destruction A volcanic eruption can have catastrophic effects on nearby towns. conducive /kuhn-DOO-siv/ [adjective] – making a situation or outcome more likely or possible A quiet environment is conducive to effective studying. anomaly /uh-NOM-uh-lee/ [noun] – something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected The sudden drop in temperature was an anomaly for the season. elucidate…
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Study reveals alarming decline in African elephant populations

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. habitat /hab-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives Deforestation destroys habitats and endangers wildlife. poacher /POH-cher/ [noun] – someone who catches and kills animals illegally Poachers often target rare species for their valuable parts. tusk /tuhsk/ [noun] – either of the two long, pointed teeth of some animals such as elephants Tusks are often targeted by hunters because of their ivory. ecosystem /EE-koh-sis-tuhm/ [noun] – all the living things in an area and the way they affect each other and the environment Coral reefs are among the most diverse…
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