
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.

The Dendrobium orchid, known as the God Flower, is disappearing in Taiwan due to climate change, leaving the indigenous Tsou people worried about their traditions.

New research reveals that the true colors of Neptune and Uranus are actually similar shades of greenish blue, contrary to previous understanding.

Gamers are at risk of irreversible hearing loss and tinnitus due to unsafe sound levels, according to a study analyzing over 50,000 people; researchers are calling for more public health efforts to raise awareness of the risks.

Pakistan’s Wakhi shepherdesses, who have played a crucial role in their community by grazing their flocks in remote mountain pastures, are facing the extinction of their way of life.

Jared Leto’s daring climb of the Empire State Building has generated significant attention for his band.

Rising myopia rates in children linked to screen time and lockdowns prompt urgent eye health warnings.

Elon Musk’s exclusion from UK summit highlights government’s stance on controversial social media posts.

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.

Netflix’s crackdown on password-sharing led to a surge in sign-ups, with the streaming giant adding over 13.1 million subscriptions in the last quarter of 2022, the highest number since 2020.

Extreme temperatures at live music events are becoming a safety concern, as a recent incident at a Taylor Swift concert in Rio de Janeiro demonstrates.

Queen Camilla’s visit to Kenya showcased her engagement with local culture and her support for wildlife conservation efforts.

Fast-fashion retailer Boohoo has been found to have mislabelled clothes made in South Asia as “Made in the UK,” raising concerns about inspection and consumer deception.

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

Nearly half a billion small electrical items, known as “Fast Tech,” were thrown away in the UK last year, making them the fastest-growing type of e-waste.

Amazon Games cuts 180 jobs in gaming industry due to restructuring, following a trend of layoffs in the sector.


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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