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Spotlight English ADVANCED is a for all people who want to challenge themselves in their English learning. Spotlight Advanced is a 10 minute audio program for learning English. It uses a special method of broadcasting that makes it easier to understand for listeners worldwide.
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Interested in France? Let us be your ears and eyes on the ground. Hosts Sarah Elzas and Alison Hird introduce you to the people who make France what it is, and who want to change it - to give you a fuller picture of this country at the heart of Europe. Spotlight on France is a podcast, in English, from Radio France International, out Thursdays.
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DVB English News

Democratic Voice of Burma

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English language news service from Myanmar's largest independent media network: The Democratic Voice of Burma. The Weekly Briefing provides the latest on #WhatshappeninginMyanmar. Newsroom shines a spotlight on under-reported stories. Vox Pop gives a voice to Generation Z. Reads is a short-form digital storytelling project. DVB English News is available wherever you get podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/dvbenglish
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Welcome to The A to Z English Podcast, where we take you on a journey from learning the basics to mastering the nuances of the English language. Our podcast is designed for non-native speakers who are looking to improve their English skills in a fun and interactive way. Each episode covers a wide range of topics, from grammar and vocabulary to slang and culture, to help you navigate the English-speaking world with ease. Join us every week as we explore the A to Z of the English language and ...
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Deepen your language skills and knowledge of the French-speaking world through fascinating true stories in easy-to-follow French, with added English for context. From Duolingo, the world's #1 way to learn a language. Hosted by Ngofeen Mputubwele.
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Taiwan is patchwork quilt of diverse, motiving personalities. Here, we have politicians who make history, entrepreneurs whose innovations help keep the global economy afloat, and artists who explore creativity in fascinating, inspiring ways. Taiwan Talk shows its listeners the unique perspectives of Taiwan all over the world. From those at home, those abroad, and those who’ve chosen to make this island their home. Taiwan Talk airs on ICRT FM100 at 8am, and in the evening in the 6pm news hour ...
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The Reverend Sabine Baring Gould was an exceptional parson and squire from Devonshire, England. He is probably best remembered as the composer of the hymn 'Onward Christian Soldiers'. Born in Exeter in 1834, he died at his estate, Lewtrenchard Manor in West Devon, in 1924. As 2024 is the centenary of his death it gives me the opportunity to spotlight what he considered to be the most important achievement of his life, that of collecting the old folk songs of Devonshire, and later Cornwall, a ...
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A Word A Week

Marco the German

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Hi, I'm Marco the German. I have been studying the English language for more than 10 years. Over the years I have stumbled across some very interesting words, which I want to share with you. I will be presenting mostly words that I myself did not know a couple of years ago, thereby trying to give you content that I would have very much liked to have listened to then. This podcast is not only for beginners! Even advanced learners or native speakers may learn a lot from this podcast! My E-Mail ...
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The Bad Beti Podcast

Chéréneffe Fleur

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FMLLE is an interactive space designed to empower, entertain and represent the immense talent in the Brown community. FMLLE is based in The Netherlands, and therefore the podcast is a mix of English and Dutch episodes. The FMLLE podcast is divided into 3 series: Dutch Desi, Indian Cinema and FMLLE Spotlight. Each series provides you with insightful conversations with talented and inspiring Desi’s all over the world! Listen away..
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66 Degrees of Sound

The Reykjavík Grapevine

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Welcome to 66 Degrees of Sound, a show by The Reykjavík Grapevine bringing you all the latest music releases in Iceland. The Reykjavík Grapevine is an English language magazine published 18 times a year, focusing on all things Iceland-related. Launched in 2003, the independent magazine has long been a leading voice in Icelandic culture. In this show made for music lovers and Icelandophiles, Grapevine journalists Rex Beckett and Jóhannes Bjarkason discuss and play some of the latest new music ...
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The War on Drugs

Lava for Good Podcasts

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In 1971, President Nixon declared drug abuse ‘public enemy number one’— the first salvo in America’s War on Drugs. Fifty years later, with drug overdoses in the US at a record high, are we any closer to ‘victory’? The War on Drugs has a more profound effect on society than any of us really understands. It is embedded in the fabric of our culture and permeates our daily lives in visible and invisible ways – perhaps the most daunting pandemic we face. Lava for Good’s The War on Drugs podcast, ...
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Hello, I am your host Jennk. I am a middle school English teacher who finds comfort in sharing her journey of being present in the haunting rhythms of teaching through finding balance, dissecting struggles, learning grace, with occasional stories from and discussions with guests on Education.
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Welcome to the In AWE Podcast where we amplify women by sharing their unique stories and empower a community through the mission in their message. Series formats highlight incredible women who leave us in awe of their impact on our world. The podcast is a feature developed by Sarah Johnson, former English teacher and school principal turned author and entrepreneur. Join our community by using the #InAWEPodcast hashtag.
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**New Description for Deep Tech Germany Podcast:** Welcome to Deep Tech Germany, a sub-podcast of Startuprad.io™, your premier source for insights and news on German, Austrian, and Swiss startups! Ranked among the top 20 entrepreneurship podcasts on Apple Podcasts worldwide, we delve into the vibrant world of German-speaking deep tech innovation, all delivered in English for a global audience. Our deep tech track offers a unique lens into the realm of AI-driven startups and cutting-edge tech ...
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Welcome to The Staffing at Tiffanie's Experience, where luxury meets lifestyle in the world of Household Staffing! Get ready for an extraordinary journey behind the scenes of an industry that caters to the most discerning individuals. Tiffanie Kinder, Founder and CEO of Staffing at Tiffanie’s, is your gracious host and a true connoisseur of Domestic Staffing. Alongside her is the esteemed Andrea Bruttig, Director of Placement and a trusted name in the world of Household Staffing. Indulge you ...
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BLN.FM Zonic

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************************************************* Ab Frühjahr 2012 geht das AL´HACA Soundsystem mit Euch auf eine audiophile Tauchfahrt in die unendlichen Tiefen des Dub-Ozeans und fördert dabei seidig schimmerndes Perlmutt ins Scheinwerferlicht des Sub-BASS-marines. Umgeben von einer Halo aus Echowellen ist das Missionsziel der Reise durch Klang-Räume und -Zeiten dabei klar definiert: das Aufspüren und Einsammeln auch der marginalsten Dub-Spuren am Rand der Wahrnehmung. Das Forscherteam, be ...
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Our podcast is your one-stop destination for a ringside seat to the most exciting wrestling action on the planet. We bring you exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and insider insights from the incredible roster of wrestlers and Luchadores who make up the dynamic international wrestling industry. 🌎 From the Lucha Voz Universe to the World 🌍 While we're deeply rooted in the heart of Lucha Voz, we cast our spotlight far and wide, exploring the happenings, feuds, and epic showdowns ...
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NurseMendoza

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NurseMendoza is a Critical Care Registered Nurse for UCSD Medical Center & a Scrubs Magazine Representative. He puts his seven years of healthcare experience to work in the ICU, caring for their acuity ill patients, stroke victims, patience with neurological disorders, burn victims & now Cardiovascular ICU. He started his own video educational blog detailing his experiences, providing tips for his fellow nurses, and sharing his passion with the world. His digital Nursing presence catapulted ...
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The Booker Prize Podcast

The Booker Prize

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Listen for lively conversations and fascinating insights from the Booker Prizes. We revisit winning novels from years past, speak to authors and experts from the literary world and peer behind the curtain of the International Booker Prize and Booker Prize.
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Join the community of freelance writers sharing their knowledge and building thriving businesses they enjoy! I'm the host, Jessica Walrack, who has been a full-time freelance writer for 9 years now. Tune in for regular interviews with freelance writers sharing insights about their zone of genius. Come for inspiration, actionable advice, and ongoing support on how to build a successful freelance writing business. https://allthingsfreelancewriting.com/
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The Internet Archive contains over 100,000 archived episodes of podcasts on every topic. Podcast Roulette brings these archives to life with a random episode of a different English-language podcast every day. It's a good way to discover new podcasts or sample a different lifestyle. I've taken reasonable steps to filter out spam and podcasts that are morally horrible, but I can't make any guarantees about what you'll see in the feed or hear in the podcasts. If you're the creator of a podcast ...
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Welcome to the Pitch Proper Yank, the pitch proper podcast for all you newcomers out there who want to dive headfirst into the wild world of soccer! Come join your cheeky host Alanna as she takes you on an entertaining journey through the beautiful game, first via the lens as an English Premier League (EPL) fan. From decoding the bewildering format to understanding the unprecedented US league growth, this podcast is also your go-to source for all things Major League Soccer (MLS). With a gene ...
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In this podcast, Leslie Samuel teaches creators how to have an impact while building a successful online business. He does this by sharing actionable tips he has learned from experience, as well as interviewing successful online business owners. He started the Interactive Biology blog to make biology fun for students all over the world. This blog landed him his dream job as a University professor. Today, he’s a full-time online business coach with a passion for helping others experience what ...
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Persuasion is the last completed novel by Jane Austen and it was published posthumously in 1818. Readers have often connected Persuasion with Northanger Abbey as the setting of both stories is in Bath, a highly fashionable health resort with which the author was well acquainted. Another interesting point to note is that the title of ‘Persuasion’ was probably not envisioned by Jane but by her brother or sister. Another theory is that her two siblings had a great role in choosing the title of ...
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Do you practice martial arts? Andrew Devis and Megan Nollet tell about the philosophy behind the art of judo and share the amazing story of a woman who practiced and taught judo well into her 90’s. https://spotlightenglish.com/biography/fukuda-sensei-strong-and-gentle/ Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-android Download our app…
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Do you practice martial arts? Andrew Devis and Megan Nollet tell about the philosophy behind the art of judo and share the amazing story of a woman who practiced and taught judo well into her 90’s. https://spotlightenglish.com/biography/fukuda-sensei-strong-and-gentle/ Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-android Download our app…
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Welcome to the Summer 2024 Startup News Wrap-Up from Startuprad.io! In this special Labor Day episode, we cover the most crucial updates from the vibrant startup ecosystems in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or tech enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights into the latest trends, funding rounds, …
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Taipei means different things to different people… but the city is looking to make it as a trendy destination too. Organizers behind this year's "Trendy Tapei" speak to ICRT about what motivated the city government to come up with what they hope will be one of Taiwan's biggest cultural events this year. Hosted by ICRT's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provide…
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Myanmar documentary filmmaker Lay Thida and DVB Bureau Chief Mon Mon Myat join English News managing editor Adam Bemma in the DVB Newsroom for a roundtable discussion on the tragic death of award-winning filmmaker Pe Maung Same, and the recent life sentence handed to Shin Daewe, and what this means for documentary film in Myanmar. To learn more abo…
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Pulitzer Prize winner and iHeartPodcast 2024 Social Impact Award Honoree Maggie Freleng brings compelling stories of redemption and justice with new episodes of Wrongful Conviction with Maggie Freleng starting September 9, 2024. Click HERE to follow Wrongful Conviction with Maggie Freleng is a production of Lava for Good Podcasts in association wit…
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It’s been a week that’s seen the first sit-down interview for Kamala Harris as US Presidential contender. After a headline grabbing summer where she’s dominated the American media landscape, we look at the reinvention of Kamala: from gaff-prone Veep to self-assured and highly polished campaign candidate. We’ll also look at Donald Trump’s manoeuvres…
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Gabonese president Brice Oligui Nguema led events to mark a year since a military coup ended more than half a century of iron-fisted rule by the Bongo dynasty. In an address to the Gabonese people, Nguema said the nation was rebuilding itself around republican values. Our expert guest explores what's next for Gabon.…
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In this special edition to mark the beginning of a new season, we're focusing on the plight of Afghan and Iranian women. It's been three years since the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan and thus erasing women from all forms of public life. It's also two years since the death of Mahsa Amini, who was killed while in detention by the Iranian mo…
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Dotting East Africa’s Swahili coast, Zanzibar, Lamu and Mombasa are synonymous with pristine waters and white sandy beaches. But many tourists are unaware that these UNESCO World Heritage Sites were the scene of a gruesome chapter in history. For centuries, the Swahili coast was central to the slave trade.…
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Photojournalist Jérôme Gence has turned his lens on "The Screen Generation", documenting the daily lives of young people immersed in a digital culture that englobes both the virtual and real worlds, often at the same time. As his exhibition goes on show at the 36th Visa Pour L'Image photojournalism festival, Jérôme tells us about what he discovered…
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It's been three years since the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan. Their policies have rolled back women’s rights. Newly enforced laws require women to veil their faces in public. They are also now prohibited from singing or raising their voices. Afghan artist and activist Fatimah Hossaini reacts to the devastating new laws.…
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The eastern German regions of Saxony and Thuringia are holding elections this coming Sunday and the far-right AfD party is ahead in the polls. Its leaders are proposing a raft of measures designed to limit immigration and the arrival of more asylum seekers in their regions. If they win power, they are vowing to implement "zero immigration" and a de…
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DVB English News Weekly Briefing. In this week’s briefing: Fortify Rights report implicates Arakan Army in Maungdaw massacre; Rohingya 'Genocide Day' commemorated in Bangladesh and Thailand; How the controversial Telegram app is being used by both sides of the information war in Myanmar; Plus, a Karen traditional wrist-tying ceremony to connect, re…
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At what point does the French president have to hand over the reins of power? It's business as usual on this last Thursday in August at the Élysée Palace for Emmanuel Macron, meeting the new British prime minister before jetting off to Serbia for an official visit. But it’s been nearly two months since his surprise gamble on snap elections backfire…
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After a summer of Olympic fever, it's back to business in France. But uncertainty dominates after snap elections earlier this summer returned a hung parliament. As suspense continues over who will be the country's next prime minister, France's largest employer federation, Medef, held its annual conference on the theme of ''power''. So after seven y…
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France is famous for many things, but one of the first that comes to mind is food. The country boasts hundreds of cheeses, sophisticated dishes and incredible wines, but the cherry on top of French gastronomy is all its delicious desserts. France is a sweet-lover's paradise, with shops full of fabulous pastries at nearly every street corner. Where …
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Although he was only in French police custody for a few days before his release under judicial supervision, disinformation surrounding the Russian-born Telegram founder Pavel Durov has hit the internet. A doctored social media video – falsely attributed to Al Jazeera – alleges that the UAE froze a $17 billion contract with France for Rafale fighter…
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The Paralympic Games are a celebration of human strength, perseverance and the power of sport to transcend barriers. Leveraging technology plays a pivotal role and the event is often seen as a tech accelerator of certain innovations that will eventually trickle down to the general public, helping better the lives of people living with a handicap or…
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After French President Emmanuel Macron rejected the idea of naming a prime minister from the left-wing New Popular Front coalition, saying a leftist government would immediately be ousted by all other parties, many French business leaders gathering at the employer federation Medef's annual conference voiced optimism that the pro-business environmen…
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Send us a Text Message. In the very early 1900s someone 'knocked on the door' of Lew Trenchard Manor to ask The Reverend Sabine Baring-Gould for advice as to how to go about collecting folk songs. This gentleman was taken under the Parson's wing, and later would become the most famous and well remembered folk song collector in this country. His nam…
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On the occasion of President Lai Ching-te’s first 100-days in office, we’re taking an unconventional look at this milestone. Instead, we’re talking to the unique TV host and model who emceed the official inaugural banquet held in Tainan. Kevin Tai shares with us the excitement of hosting a state dinner, as well as some of the struggles he has faced…
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The Paralympics kick off this Wednesday in Paris and to mark the opening of the Games, our reporters went to meet the French athletes who have brought home gold medals from previous editions of the event. They tell us about the challenges they faced, the obstacles they overcame and their hopes for the 2024 Paralympics. FRANCE 24's David Gilberg and…
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This Week explores some of the biggest stories from the Premier League and the world of football and focuses on the most interesting vocabulary. In this episode, Jack talks about Ipswich Town’s first match back in the top tier of English football as they welcomed Liverpool and Brighton who travelled up to Liverpool to take on Everton. You can read …
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Decolonising Beauty is a campaign designed by the producton company Zikora Media to educate the public and celebrate the rich tapestry of indigenous and local beauty customs across Africa. This week we speak with its founder, Chika Oduah. In a world increasingly dominated by Western beauty standards promoted through pop culture and the global beaut…
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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 23, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Two journalists, including a DVB CJ, were killed by the military during a raid in Mon State; Family and friends mourn death of filmmaker Pe Maung Same in Yangon; And, India for Myanmar says New Delhi must reassess its relationship with Naypyidaw; Plus, what’s happening in …
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Protecting the environment and promoting circular economy are important issues in Taiwan, particularly with the growing threat of climate change. To address this concern, the government elevated the Environment Protection Agency, making it a ministry… and in May this year, one of Taiwan's most noted weathermen and climate researchers took the helm.…
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PRESS REVIEW - Thursday, August 22: We look at reactions to Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention with Tim Walz accepting to be Kamala Harris' running mate and surprise endorsements by Oprah Winfrey. Also in the news: Satellite images appears to show that around 500,000 trees were felled to make way for Elon Musk's controversial Tesla gigafac…
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In this must-listen episode of Startuprad.io, we bring you an insightful conversation with Nobel Laureate and former U.S. Secretary of Energy, Professor Steven Chu. As a leading authority in renewable energy, nuclear power, and innovative startups, Chu shares his expert insights on the challenges and opportunities in the evolving energy landscape. …
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He first came to Taiwan to learn Mandarin. But since that time, Catholic priest Joyalito Tajonera aka "Fr Joy" has become an important advocate for migrant worker rights in Taiwan. He talks about developments in Taiwan society that have supported migrant workers here, and addresses work needs to be done to improve living and working conditions for …
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PRESS REVIEW - Tuesday, August 20: We look at reactions to the opening day of the Democratic National Convention in which President Joe Biden passed the torch to presidential candidate Kamala Harris. Also: a mega yacht belonging to a British tech entrepreneur has sunk off the coast of Italy after a massive tornado hit. And: find out why more and mo…
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We'd love to hear from you! Click here to send us a text. Season 5, Episode 94 X is a band that has been around since the starting days of the punk era, but time isn't kind. The band has decided to call it quits, but not without going out with a bang. In this episode we'll not only review their new, and final, album Smoke And Fiction, but we're thr…
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Voice 1 Welcome to Spotlight. I’m Andrew Devis. Voice 2 And I’m Megan Nollet. Spotlight uses a special English method of broadcasting. It is easier for people to understand, no matter where in the world they live. Click here to follow along with this program on YouTube. Voice 1 A small woman bows. She stands opposite a man. He is much larger than s…
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This Week explores some of the biggest stories from the Premier League and the world of football and focuses on the most interesting vocabulary. In this episode, Jack talks about Fantasy Premier League which is a fantasy football game that you can play on the Premier League website. You can read the transcript and complete the language challenge on…
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DVB English News Weekly Briefing for Aug. 16, 2024. In this week’s briefing: Aung San Suu Kyi home auction fails again to attract any bids; China officially endorses regime election plan; Freed Japanese executive returns to Tokyo; And the UN laments ‘incredible brutality’ since the 2021 military coup; Plus, a seminar on Canada’s policy engagements …
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