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Bamboo is gaining recognition as a sustainable and versatile material for construction, with efforts being made to develop international standards for its usage.

Advances in AI are improving electronic noses, which can detect and report specific smells, potentially transforming food safety by detecting deadly bacteria.

UK economy faces slower growth and delayed recovery of living standards, according to OBR forecasts.

Turkey’s central bank raises interest rates to combat high inflation, marking a significant shift in economic policy.

Thatchers invites judge to participate in taste test to determine similarities between its Cloudy Lemon Cider and Aldi’s Taurus cider.

Nissan announces £2 billion investment to build three electric car models in the UK, preserving thousands of jobs.

Writing a diary can have a positive impact on mental health, regulating emotions, reducing anxiety, and improving mood.

Search queries related to “climate anxiety” have increased 27 times in the first 10 months of 2023 compared to the same period in 2017, with women being more affected than men, according to data gathered by Google and shared exclusively with BBC 100 Women.

BTS members RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook have begun enlisting for military service, while fans are urged to support them until their return.

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

China is conducting a trial of visa-free travel for citizens from six countries, aiming to promote international travel and business exchanges.

Former climate change skeptic Sarah Ott shares her journey from doubt to advocacy, emphasizing the power of education and understanding.

Indo-Chinese cuisine, a fusion of Indian and Chinese flavors, is gaining popularity in the US, attracting both Indian immigrants and adventurous Americans with its bold flavors and creative incorporation of Chinese techniques.

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.

Greek PM calls for return of Elgin Marbles, comparing their separation to cutting the Mona Lisa in half.

Rohit Sharma’s impressive performance as a batsman and captain in the World Cup has earned him respect and admiration, despite India’s loss in the final.

Ladakh’s ice stupas offer a creative solution to the water crisis caused by climate change.

Ghanaian MP Isaac Adongo apologizes to Harry Maguire for mocking him, but continues to criticize Vice-President Bawumia’s economic management.

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

Scientists are using insect surveillance and climate forecasts to fight climate-fuelled diseases, developing prediction tools to understand how changes in climate and land-use impact insect-borne diseases and deliver early warning systems to help communities prepare and prevent the spread of diseases.

Uganda’s first wildlife vet, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, is working to save mountain gorillas from the threat of climate change, and her efforts have helped increase their population from 300 to about 500.

Ticket machines at railway stations charge passengers more than double the online price for some journeys, according to research by consumer group Which?.

A 12-year-old boy in Ann Arbor, Michigan led police on a one-hour chase while driving a stolen forklift, hitting around 10 parked cars.

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the ancient art of carpet weaving in India, streamlining the design process and helping the industry meet increasing demand.

Massive fire engulfs newly built water park in Sweden, causing significant damage and injuring several people.

A Michigan judge mandates shoplifters to wash cars at Walmart, blending accountability with community service.

Bamboo is gaining recognition as a sustainable and versatile material for construction, with efforts being made to develop international standards for its usage.

German man saves British doctor’s life through anonymous stem-cell donation, forming a lifelong bond.

Delegates at COP28 agree to launch a fund for climate-related damages, with immediate contributions totaling $400 million.

UK workers are increasingly struggling with ill-health that is impacting their ability to work, with 12% of people in employment having a “work-limiting” condition, according to a recent analysis by the Health Foundation.

Seabed mining is a contentious issue, with concerns about its environmental impact leading some countries to oppose it.

Households in the UK are hoarding unused electricals and broken tech, with over 880 million items estimated to be held in homes, prompting calls for increased recycling and reducing electronic waste.

China’s population decline raises concerns for the country’s economy and workforce, but experts believe it can manage the transition to a more service-oriented sector.

Young people in their early 20s are more likely to be out of work due to ill health than those in their early 40s, with poor mental health being a significant factor, according to a report by the Resolution Foundation.


영국 랭커스터 대학교(Lancaster University)에서 한국인 영어 학습자분들을 대상으로 새로운 연구 프로젝트를 진행합니다. 전 과정 온라인으로 진행되어 어디서든 편하게 참여하실 수 있습니다. 여러분의 소중한 참여로 한국인의 영어 사용 방식을 알아보는 흥미로운 연구가 완성됩니다.
🎁 참여 혜택:
– 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