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In this episode: Anthropic says its Claude AI models broke into three organisations during cyber tests after a mistake let them reach the live internet. Also: Thousands of people were evacuated in Crete as strong winds drove wildfires toward tourist resorts and villages.

Today’s English focus: is going to spread = is likely to spread. Vocabulary: evacuated (moved to a safer place because of danger), gusts (strong bursts of wind), containment (the act of keeping a fire or problem under control).

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In this episode: Japan faces more than 100 aftershocks after a powerful quake killed at least 13 people, with rescue crews searching rubble and officials warning residents to stay alert. Also: BTS say they will not submit music for the 2027 Grammys, after the new Asian pop prize and the band's global-language mix sparked debate.

Today’s English focus: be going to — to plan or show a clear future result = to plan or show a clear future result. Vocabulary: aftershock (a smaller earthquake after the main one), rubble (broken pieces of buildings after damage), evacuation centre (a place where people stay after leaving a dangerous area).

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In this episode: Ecuador police move into gang-controlled areas and confront corruption inside their own system. Also: Investigators in Kenya look for the cause of 14 elephant deaths near Amboseli National Park.

Today’s English focus: in the pay of - paid by someone secretly or dishonestly = paid by someone secretly or dishonestly. Vocabulary: corruption (dishonest or illegal behaviour by people in power), gang (a group of criminals who work together), ammunition (bullets and other things used in a gun).

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In this episode: Wildfires near Bordeaux and across Spain are forcing more than 300,000 people to evacuate, while smoke is making daily life harder in the city. Also: Carly Simon says she has Parkinson's, describes the condition as unpredictable, and says she will keep singing after recent cancer surgery.

Today’s English focus: are wearing = be wearing. Vocabulary: haze (a thin layer in the air that makes things look less clear), evacuate (move people away from danger), shelter (a safe place to stay).

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In this episode: China's chipmaker CXMT surges on its stock market debut, becoming mainland China's most valuable listed firm. Also: Luke Littler beats Gerwyn Price in Blackpool and breaks Phil Taylor's Matchplay average records.

Today’s English focus: has just made = has just made. Vocabulary: the debut (the first public appearance or sale of something new), the proceeds (the money raised from a sale or event), valuation (the value of a company or asset).

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In this episode: Inside a notorious prison in Cameroon, inmates record songs and music videos with Jail Time Records, turning prison life into a strange music scene with fans far beyond the walls. Also: Love Island UK shows how dating habits are changing, as women make the first move and old rules about who should act first start to shift.

Today’s English focus: be watched by — to be seen by people = to be seen by people. Vocabulary: record label (a music company or group that releases songs), inmates (prisoners), courtyard (an open space inside a building or group of buildings).

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In this episode: The US puts new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on 60 trading partners, including the UK, China, and the European Union, while officials cite forced-labour concerns and a trade expert. Also: The ICC removes chief prosecutor Karim Khan after sexual misconduct allegations, with members voting 82 in favour and Khan saying he will challenge the decision.

Today’s English focus: is going to challenge = to plan to challenge. Vocabulary: tariff (a tax on goods brought into a country), partner (a country or company that trades or works with another one), import (goods brought into a country from somewhere else).

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In this episode: Elon Musk tells people to keep going as fears grow about AI speed, safety risks, and a new OpenAI security scare. Also: China's animal lovers push back after a brutal dog-killing case, taking their campaign against censorship and cruelty overseas.

Today’s English focus: even if I wanted to stop it = even if I wanted to stop it. Vocabulary: censorship (control of information, books, posts, or videos by officials), outrage (very strong anger), cruelty (very unkind or harmful behaviour, especially when someone hurts people or).

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In this episode: Google's revenue is still growing, but its free cash flow has turned negative as AI spending climbs toward $205 billion and investors react. Also: In Nigeria, white foam on a busy highway draws crowds, while authorities warn people to stay back and tests continue.

Today’s English focus: have been stopping = to have been stopping. Vocabulary: foam (a soft mass of bubbles), distance (space between two things), unidentified (not known by name or type).

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In this episode: France has passed a law that will block social media for under-15s, with age checks for all users coming in stages. Also: A Michelin-starred restaurant owner in South Korea faces possible jail and a fine over ants used in desserts.

Today’s English focus: be used for = to be for a purpose. Vocabulary: law (official rules people must follow), fine (money paid as a penalty), menu (the list of food and drinks in a restaurant).

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