
Indonesia’s President Calls on Military to Assist Farmers
Indonesia’s president calls on military to assist farmers in planting rice amid severe drought and threat to food security.


Indonesia’s president calls on military to assist farmers in planting rice amid severe drought and threat to food security.

The Tren Maya project in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is causing controversy due to its environmental impact and high cost.

Bull on train tracks disrupts New Jersey Transit, raises concerns about slaughterhouse security.

Rollercoaster at Universal Studios Japan comes to emergency stop, leaving riders dangling mid-air.

Archbishop of Canterbury forgets words during rehearsal for King’s Coronation, King Charles finds it amusing.

Skier narrowly avoids collision with bear on Lake Tahoe slopes, reminding us to respect wildlife.

AI image recognition apps like HappyWhale, Merlin Bird ID, and iNaturalist are not only helping users identify and learn about wildlife, but also contributing to conservation efforts by tracking populations and raising awareness about declining species.

Netflix has released viewer data on 99% of its catalogue for the first time, revealing that users around the world spent 812 million hours watching the political thriller The Night Agent, making it the most viewed show in the first half of this year.

Motorists on the Staten Island Expressway in New York came together to save a runaway chihuahua, highlighting the power of community and compassion.

Carlos Vasquez, a blind professional gamer, uses his hearing to compete in Mortal Kombat tournaments, showcasing the potential for accessibility in gaming.

The world is approaching ‘peak’ fossil fuels, with global demand expected to decline, but the transition to clean energy needs to happen faster to address the urgency of the climate crisis.

A remarkably well-preserved pliosaur skull, one of the most complete ever found, provides new insights into this ancient predator’s behavior and anatomy.

Starting your fitness journey in December or late autumn can be more effective and less intimidating than waiting until January, as the slower pace of the season and less crowded gyms can provide a more comfortable environment to build healthy habits and confidence.

McDonald’s new retro-themed drinks brand, CosMc’s, has been a hit with customers, attracting long queues and tapping into the market for trendy beverages.

Divers in the Turks and Caicos Islands are using antibiotics to save sick corals from the deadliest coral sickness ever recorded, stony coral tissue loss disease (SCTLD).

75-million-year-old tyrannosaur fossil reveals that juvenile tyrannosaurs had a more selective and dissecting feeding strategy compared to adults.

A white alligator, one of only seven in the world, has been born at Gatorland in Orlando, Florida, leaving experts amazed.

The European Union has reached a provisional agreement on comprehensive regulations for artificial intelligence, including safeguards and limitations on its use by law enforcement agencies.

Nigeria’s Dangote refinery aims to achieve energy self-sufficiency by producing its own refined oil, reducing costs and reliance on imports.

Shohei Ohtani’s record-breaking contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers cements his status as a baseball legend and highlights the sport’s global appeal.

Storm Ciarán wreaks havoc in Tuscany, Italy, causing severe flooding and prompting the deployment of the army.

US and China agree to address climate change by increasing cooperation on reducing methane emissions and supporting renewable energy, but do not commit to ending fossil fuel use.

Apple has reportedly abandoned its plans to develop electric vehicles (EVs) and is instead focusing on its artificial intelligence (AI) division, reflecting the growing demand for AI technology.

Long-lost Klimt painting found in Vienna after almost 100 years, estimated to be worth over $54 million.

Fortnite and Lego have teamed up to create a new survival game mode, combining the popular block-building elements of Minecraft with Fortnite’s gameplay, in an effort to attract a wider range of players.

The Great Barrier Reef faces unprecedented heat, prompting urgent calls for global climate action.

Helicopter footage captures giant cracks in Iceland’s surface, indicating increased volcanic instability and potential eruption.

Retrograde cricopharyngeus dysfunction (R-CPD), or “no burp syndrome,” negatively impacts the quality of life of sufferers, causing embarrassment, anxiety, and depression, yet it is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed by doctors, highlighting the need for more awareness and research into the condition.

A former Tesla employee leaked data to a German newspaper, raising concerns about the safety of the company’s self-driving technology.

A major storm system hits central US, bringing tornadoes, heavy rain, and golf ball-sized hail.

The UK detects its first case of a new strain of swine flu, A(H1N2)v, but experts say it’s not a major threat.

David Holmes, the stunt double for Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter films, reflects on his life-changing accident and the importance of friendship and resilience in his documentary, hoping to inspire others to embrace challenges and find strength in difficult times.

Luton and Dunstable Hospital in the UK is using the da Vinci Xi robot to speed up weight loss surgeries and reduce waiting times.

Historic World War Two-era blimp hangar in Tustin, California, engulfed in flames, causing significant damage.

Rat and mouse plague hits fishing towns in Queensland, causing havoc and concern for residents.


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– 원어민 연구원과의 1:1 회화 연습
– 실전 영작 연습 & 맞춤형 영어 피드백 리포트
– 커피 기프티콘 총 3잔 선물! (첫 세션 후 1잔, 마지막 세션 완료 후 2잔 더 드려요! ☕☕)
📅 참여 방식: 총 2회의 온라인 세션 (Zoom 등을 이용, 각 세션당 약 60~80분 소요) 말하기와 쓰기 활동이 섞여 있어 부담 없이 즐겁게 참여하실 수 있습니다.
✅ 대상: 영어 실력에 상관없이 참여를 희망하는 18세 이상 한국인 누구나