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レアジョブオリジナルの英会話ニュース教材です。世界の時事ネタを中心に、ビジネスから科学やスポーツまで、幅広いトピックのニュースを毎日更新しています。本教材を通して、ビジネスで使える実用的な英会話表現や英単語を身に付けることができます。
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Germany plans to enable underground carbon storage at offshore sites, pushing ahead with a much-discussed technology in an acknowledgment that time is running out to combat climate change, the country's vice chancellor said.Europe's biggest economy is making good progress with expanding renewable energy sources and usage, but a solution is needed f…
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Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong was called on during a key regional summit on March 5 to defend an exclusive deal his city-state struck with Taylor Swift that prevents the pop star from taking her current The Eras Tour anywhere else in Southeast Asia.Swift performed six concerts from March 2 to 9 in Singapore under an exclusive deal that…
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At the Kenya Medical Research Institute, research is underway to create a mobile phone application that uses AI to diagnose tuberculosis and other respiratory diseases.In a specially contained quiet room, Dr. Videlis Nduba and his team record coughs from people with respiratory diseases like tuberculosis as well as people without disease. The aim i…
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Want to see mobile phones of the future? Then Barcelona is the place to be.At this year’s Mobile World Congress tech show, smaller brands are trying to find novel ways to stand out from the crowd.Foldable phones are old news in Barcelona – here it’s all about really bendy handsets. Motorola and Lenovo’s adaptive display concept mobile phone is so f…
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American Airlines is raising the cost of checking bags and it is making other changes to push customers to buy tickets directly from the airline if they want to earn frequent-flyer points.The airline said that checking a bag on a domestic flight will rise from $30 now to $35 online and $40 if purchased at the airport. The fee for a second checked b…
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In California, a high school teacher complains that students watch Netflix on their phones during class. In Maryland, a chemistry teacher says students use gambling apps to place bets during the school day.The hold that phones have on adolescents in America today is well-documented, but teachers say parents are often not aware to what extent studen…
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When FX sent screenwriter Justin Marks a copy of James Clavell’s hit 1975 novel “Shogun” with the idea of turning it into a series, he initially couldn’t put it down. That’s because he was reluctant to pick it up.The book about a British navigator shipwrecked in feudal Japan was massive—over 1,000 pages. And old: “It was the book that was on our pa…
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As the aviation sector tries to make flying more sustainable, some aerospace companies are betting big on a new form of travel—air taxis.For years, electric-powered air taxis have been considered as an option to reduce emissions in cities and the carbon footprint of the aviation industry. However, the limitations of battery life and regulatory hurd…
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Lab-created diamonds come with sparkling claims: that they are ethically made by machines running on renewable energy. But many don't live up to these claims or don't respond to questions about their electricity sources, and lab diamonds require a lot of electricity. They are chemically the same as diamonds found in the ground but cost a fraction o…
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Katrina Cornish, a professor at Ohio State University who studies rubber alternatives, raises dandelions and the desert shrub guayule in greenhouses at the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center in Wooster, Ohio.She and other researchers harvest the stretchy rubber substances they produce and use special machines to dip them into medical…
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It turns out there are lots of sharp elbows in the plush toy business. Build-A-Bear and the makers of Squishmallows are facing off in federal court.Kelly Toys and its Berkshire Hathaway-controlled parent company Jazwares have sued Build-A-Bear, saying its new “Skoosherz” toys copy the look and feel of their mega-popular Squishmallows products.The S…
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A medication used to treat asthma can now be used to help people with food allergies avoid severe reactions, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said.Xolair, the brand name for the drug omalizumab, became the first medication approved to reduce allergic reactions caused by accidental exposure to food triggers. Patients as young as age 1 with alle…
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If you are dreaming of a summer escape in the great outdoors, where everyday is an adventure on the open road, then the UK Caravan Camping and Motorhome Show is full of inspiration. This six-day event is where all of the latest camping equipment, caravans and motorhomes are launched to the public.One of the motorhomes launched at the show is Bailey…
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Lyft shares jumped 62% after the closing bell on February 13 thanks in part to a typo in the ride-hailing company’s earnings release that appears to have sent investors’ auto-trading algorithms—or “bots”—into a buying frenzy.Lyft’s fourth-quarter report initially forecast that an important profit metric was expected to climb by 500 basis points, or…
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John Knox Village was one of 17 senior communities around the country that participated in a recently published Stanford University study that found that a large majority of 245 participants between 65 and 103 years old enjoyed virtual reality, improving both their emotions and their interactions with staff.The study is part of a larger effort to a…
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Pineapples: beloved by chefs–and cocktail makers–all over the world for bringing a reliable tropical sweetness. Now, an innovative firm in Kenya is gaining fans by turning waste from the fruit’s harvest into footwear. It comes as the fashion industry looks to embrace more eco-friendly materials.Not just a prickly fruit–now also the raw ingredient f…
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Take a peek at a night of lavish fantasy in Venice: the city’s masked carnival ball. Il Ballo del Doge (Doge’s Ball) attracts visitors from around the world who want to dress up in stunning costumes and enjoy top-class entertainment. It’s the most sumptuous event of the Venice Carnival.Guests in elegant 18th-century costumes are ready to party at t…
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From Flamin’ Hot Cheetos to Sweet Heat Starburst, America’s snacks are getting spicier. Now, Coca-Cola wants in on the trend.The Atlanta beverage giant introduced Coca-Cola Spiced, the first new permanent offering to its North American portfolio in three years. Coca-Cola Spiced and Coca-Cola Spiced Zero Sugar went on sale in the U.S. and Canada on …
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Amid the buzz of anticipation for the 2024 Olympics, organizers and Paris City Hall officials inaugurated on Feb. 11 the first – and only – purpose-built site in the French capital for this summer’s Games, nestled in a multicultural working-class neighborhood.The Adidas Arena at Porte de la Chapelle – among the poorest areas in Paris – is ready and…
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Smoking in cars with children is banned in 11 states, and lawmakers are pushing to join them in West Virginia, where more adults use cigarettes than anywhere else in the nation, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.The state Senate passed a bill calling for fines for anyone caught smoking or possessing a lit tobacco product i…
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A Washington State Patrol trooper arrested a woman on suspicion of drunken driving when she was actually experiencing a life-threatening brain bleed and booked her into jail where officials mocked her instead of getting her medical attention, according to a civil rights lawsuit.The federal lawsuit filed February 1 in Tacoma says Nicole McClure was …
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California would ban all plastic shopping bags in 2026 under a new bill announced February 8 in the state Legislature.California already bans thin plastic shopping bags at grocery stores and other shops, but shoppers at checkout can purchase bags made with a thicker plastic that purportedly makes them reusable and recyclable.Democratic state Sen. C…
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Art galleries and exhibitions are few and far between in a small Queensland sugar town, but its streets certainly don’t lack color.Power poles in Lucinda have become canvases for an artist who gets his inspiration from local legends. And for him, this outdoor gallery could rival its most famous worldwide counterparts.David Rowe looks like a workman…
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A hidden intricate web links hundreds of popular food brands to work done by US prisoners.A two-year Associated Press (AP) investigation found that everything from grains, meat, eggs, and milk had been grown, harvested, or produced by incarcerated people and their labor finds its way into the supply chains of some of the most recognized brands and …
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom is pledging to fast-track more than half a dozen projects by the end of his term to remove or bypass dams that have blocked salmon from returning to the state’s chilly mountain streams and acting as the keystone of a complex ecosystem that sustains both economies and spiritual beliefs for tribes.Newsom — now in his seco…
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Spotify has penned a new multi-year partnership deal with controversial podcast host Joe Rogan, whose enormously popular show will soon also be available on competing platforms, including YouTube and Apple Podcasts.Spotify announced the renewed partnership in a post on the company's corporate blog on February 2. Under a prior multimillion-dollar de…
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It has been almost two years since Russia started its invasion of Ukraine, and millions of Ukrainians are still living as refugees in other European countries. In the German capital Berlin, some of them meet once a month to recite Ukrainian poetry to each other – a way to stay connected to a homeland in crisis.About a dozen Ukrainians are meeting u…
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Parisians voted on February 4 to muscle SUVs off the French capital’s streets by making them much more expensive to park starting next September, the latest leg in a drive-by Socialist Mayor Anne Hidalgo to make the host city for this year’s Olympic Games greener and friendlier for pedestrians and cyclists.More than 54% of the votes cast in the low…
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Universal Music Group (UMG), which represents artists including Taylor Swift, Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny, and Billie Eilish, says that it will no longer allow its music on TikTok now that a licensing deal between the two parties has expired.UMG said that it had not agreed to the terms of a new deal with TikTok, and plans to stop licensing content from…
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At a café in the Danish city Aarhus, the coffee is to be kept, but the cup? Well, you’ll have to give that back.Authorities in Denmark’s second-largest city are trialing a new deposit scheme, where it’s possible to drink your coffee on-the-go, without the to-go cup turning into waste just minutes later.“When you buy your coffee, you get the possibi…
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What could be cuter than Hello Kitty, the popular Japanese cartoon character? She’s the star of the show at a new exhibition in London.‘CUTE’ at Somerset House brings together all kinds of adorable exhibits. From popular culture icons, like everyone’s favorite aliens, E.T. and baby Yoda, to charming children’s toys such as Sylvanian Families figure…
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One in 11 Americans rely on community health centers to get routine medical care, as well as social services and, in some cases, fresh food. Plaza del Sol is one of two dozen sites run by Urban Health Plan Inc., one of nearly 1,400 federally designated community health centers, which serve as a critical safety net for low-income people of all ages.…
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The benefits of the Montessori education model have long been discussed in relation to children.Now a project in Australia is looking at the natural interests and activities of the older generation as part of an elderly care rethink. Researchers say it's helping older people to stay active and enjoy the things they love.A program called Living Well…
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Not everyone is ready for a bold career change at midlife to pursue their passions and dreams, but one Iranian woman did it, and she couldn’t be happier with the results.Maryam Kazemi worked as a financial manager at a Tehran hospital until she was over 40. In 2017, she decided to quit and pursue her childhood dreams of painting and sculpture.When …
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The world's largest cruise ship — the size of almost four city blocks — began its maiden voyage on January 27 as it left from the Port of Miami.Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas runs nearly 1,200 feet (365 meters) from bow to stern.The ship, which left South Florida for its first seven-day island-hopping voyage through the tropics, was officially …
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An American scientist has sparked a trans-Atlantic tempest in a teapot by offering Britain advice on its favorite hot beverage.Bryn Mawr College chemistry professor Michelle Francl says one of the keys to a perfect cup of tea is a pinch of salt. The tip is included in Francl’s book “Steeped: The Chemistry of Tea,” published in January by the Royal …
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High school can be a stressful time in a child's life. One school in Australia's Queensland state is joining a growing trend in offering mindfulness classes to help. Teachers say they're being proactive in supporting students' emotional health.Lunchtime may have finished in Townsville High School, but students aren’t going back to class just yet. E…
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Self-driving cars might have stalled, but now remote or “teledriving” tech is in the fast lane.German teledriving company Vay launched its first commercial service on January 17, letting Las Vegas users order a “teledriven” electric rental car to their location. With the push of an app, users in Las Vegas can now order a rental car, and it’ll be re…
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Pets are becoming big business in India as more people choose to get a furry friend. From special festivals to grooming, and food delivery services, owners have lots of ways to pamper their pets.Pet Fed is one of India’s biggest pet festivals. Hundreds of proud owners are showing off their beloved companions. And events like this in Mumbai are pred…
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Japan became the fifth country in history to reach the moon when one of its spacecraft without astronauts successfully made a soft landing on the lunar surface early January 20.However, space officials said they needed more time to analyze whether the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM), achieved its mission priority of making a pinpoint lan…
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Standing or stopping is now banned on pedestrian bridges on the Las Vegas Strip where visitors often pause to take photos amid the glittery casino lights or to watch street performers.Violators of the ordinance that took effect January 16 could face up to six months in jail or a $1,000 fine.Clark County commissioners voted unanimously last month to…
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Every year, millions of used car tires are discarded, creating waste, filling landfills, and perhaps emitting harmful pollutants into our atmosphere when burnt. According to a report by the Tire Industry Project, one billion end-of-life tires are generated globally every year. And an estimated four billion are currently in landfills and stockpiles …
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A Japanese automaker that cheated on safety tests for decades said on January 22 that it doesn’t expect to resume shipping cars any time soon.The Japanese government ordered a subsidiary of Toyota to halt production of its entire lineup after reports of faked safety test results emerged last year.The Daihatsu Motor Co. skipped mandatory safety test…
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Cosplayers are strutting their stuff at MegaCon in London's ExCel exhibition center. The outlandish costumes pay tribute to favorite characters from movies, television and video games.Cosplayers in London say that although it can be an expensive hobby, it is well worth the effort. The Legends of Zelda video game franchise is a popular source of ins…
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From gadgets for the elderly to selfie mirrors that can predict the risk of heart attack, health tech is a big trend at this year’s CES tech show. The innovations make monitoring health simpler and more portable than ever — with AI powering many of the devices.There’s a smart bed designed for older people, with safety rails but also hidden technolo…
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The world could have its first trillionaire within a decade, anti-poverty organization Oxfam International said in its annual assessment of global inequalities timed to the gathering of political and business elites at the Swiss ski resort of Davos.Oxfam, which for years has been trying to highlight the growing disparities between the super-rich an…
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A federal judge issued an order in January temporarily halting enforcement of a pending Ohio law that would require children to get parental consent to use social media apps.U.S. District Court Judge Algenon Marbley’s temporary restraining order came in a lawsuit brought by NetChoice, a trade group representing TikTok, Snapchat, Meta, and other maj…
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Apple TV and Major League Soccer are expanding their collaboration, announcing that the looming MLS season will be chronicled in a new all-access docuseries similar to the ones that have given fans a deep, different look at golf, auto racing and tennis in recent months.The eight-part series is already in production and will span from the preseason …
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It’s no joke. A federal agency is discouraging humorous and quirky messages that could distract or confuse drivers on highways and freeways across the country.The Federal Highway Administration recently released an updated 1,100-page manual that spells out how signs and other traffic control devices are regulated. In it, the agency strongly recomme…
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In Harbin, north-eastern China, the winter tourism economy is thriving thanks to its winter events and activities. Thousands of tourists have flocked to the city to enjoy its ice and snow festival and cultural offerings.Harbin, known for its ice and snow festival, has become one of China’s most sought-after tourist destinations this winter, giving …
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