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Voice 1: Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh – who died this month aged 99 – spent most of his life as a companion to his bride, Queen Elizabeth the second. Throughout their 73 years of marriage, the prince was portrayed by a variety of actors in movies and television.

Voice 2: Let’s take a look at a few of the actors who have taken on the memorable role over the years — and one who will play him in the near future.

Voice 1: Stewart Granger, a British actor,…

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Krish: I lost my job three weeks ago, but I’m not worried because I know I’ll get another job soon. I’m very optimistic about my chances for finding work again quickly. I work in retail, and there are lots of opportunities in this work sector at the moment. I’ve already had three interviews and was offered the position after each interview. However, the working hours were not what I wanted so I didn’t take the jobs.

I’ve got three more interviews scheduled…

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Alyssa Brown: Hi guys! Thanks for tuning in to another episode of “Speed Tips”. Joining us this evening is popular dating expert Kang Cho-Hee. Welcome, Cho-Hee!

Kang Cho-Hee: Hi everyone! Thanks for having me, Alysaa.

Alyssa Brown: It’s our pleasure. As some of you might have guessed, today’s topic is on first dates. Cho-Hee, how important is it to nail that first date?

Kang Cho-Hee: That’s a great question. First dates are all about uncovering potential…

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Female customer: I wonder if you could help me. I don’t really know which book to buy and I need a bit of advice.

Eun-woo: No problem at all. I’m happy to help. Are you looking for any particular sort of book?

Female customer: Well, yes and no! I want to buy something for my nephew’s birthday. He isn’t an avid reader, so I want to get something that will grab his attention. I don’t want to buy something that he will just put on a shelf. He has…

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Voice 1: You are on your way home one evening and you suddenly remember you haven’t got any milk in the fridge. The nearby convenience store has sold out of fresh milk and there won’t be another delivery until tomorrow morning. They haven’t got any long-life milk left either. It looks like you’ll be drinking your coffee black and skipping your breakfast cereal in the morning.

Voice 2: Now, if you lived in the small German town of Neunkirchen - seelscheid near the city…

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Dewi: Lot 443. We have here an exceptional pearl bracelet from Japan. Look at the exquisite quality of the pearls. It dates back to 1933. The bracelet is still in its original leather case and the dated jeweller receipt is even in the case. A lot of ladies were admiring this item during viewing. I will start the bidding at five thousand dollars. I see five. Five. Six? Thank you sir. Six and a half thousand. Seven from the lady in red. Eight, eight…

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Hoi-Ling: You live in London, but most of the action in your novel takes place in Japan. Did you have to do a lot of research on the area where the book is set?

C.C.Cliff: I didn’t have to do too much research because I lived in Tokyo for seven years, so I know the city really well. I worked in the offices of a British magazine there, and I’d already done a lot of research into Japanese culture and legends for some articles I wrote for UK readers. To tell you…

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Voice 1:  If you ask anybody who goes to Walt Disney World, “Who is Joe Potter?”, they probably wouldn’t have an answer. But without him, there the happiest place on Earth wouldn’t exist.

Voice 2: Born in 1905, General William “Joe” Potter was the force that turned a swampy Florida wetland into the Magic Kingdom. He was the architect of Disney World, the mastermind behind the hidden tunnel system at the park, and the reason why Disney World doesn’t have a…

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Ginny: Could I speak to Sam Wu, please?

Sam: Sam speaking.

Ginny: Good morning. This is Brite Lens opticians. I believe you have an appointment with us tomorrow morning?

Sam: That’s right. For eleven thirty.

Ginny: Eleven thirty? Oh, I’ve got you down for eleven.

Sam: Let me check on the calendar. Oh, sorry. Yes. Eleven.

Ginny: I’m afraid we're going to have to cancel. Mr Cheung has flu and won’t be back at work for a few days. And all the other…

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Janice Michaels: Hi, welcome back to another episode of Jan on the Run! Today, joining us on our wellness journey is one of our favourite guests, celebrity trainer and chef, Amanda Chung. Hi, Amanda! We are so thrilled to have you back. 

Amanda Chung: Thanks, Janice! It’s my pleasure to be here.

Janice Michaels: I’m just going through the emails we’ve received from our listeners, and here’s a really interesting one for you, Amanda. Abdul from Sai…