「垃圾變藝術？」剛果首都的創意行動掀起全球驚嘆！
剛果首都金夏沙，一群藝術家把塑膠、罐頭、鞋子、甚至汽車零件變成超華麗的面具和服裝！這些作品不是為了節慶，而是要讓大家看見污染與貧困。街頭不再只有垃圾，而是滿滿創意和力量。
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 可數名詞的複數（Plural of Countable Nouns）
例句：…plastic, cans, old shoes, and car parts…
2️⃣ 使用 “but” 結合形容詞（Combining Adjectives with but）
例句：These are difficult but important topics.
📖 Story text：
In Kinshasa, the capital of Congo, a group of artists is turning trash into costumes. The city has a big problem with garbage. A photographer met artists who use plastic, cans, old shoes, and car parts to make masks and costumes. Fans online think these photographs are ""excellent."" The costumes are not for festivals — they are art. They help people talk about pollution and poverty. These are difficult but important topics. The artists say making costumes helps them feel strong. Now, people in Kinshasa don't see trash but art. Some laugh, some are surprised, but everyone is noticing.
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在尚比亞，有一條讓全世界都超驚訝的工作規定-女性每月可請一天假，名字卻叫 Mother’s Day，但不只限媽媽！這條法律在社群上引發熱烈討論，到底是支持女性健康，還是讓職場更複雜？
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 關係代名詞：who / whom
例句：…even those who do not have children.
2️⃣ 名詞片語：所有格 's（possessive ’s）
例句：…do not need to go to the doctor’s.
📖 Story text：
In Zambia, it is not easy to talk about menstruation. This is why a rule in the country's work law is called ""Mother's Day."" This rule lets women take one day off work each month. The rule is not just for mothers; all women can take the day off, even those who do not have children. Women can choose the day they want and do not need to go to the doctor. Some women think this is a good rule because menstruation can cause pain. But others do not like it. They say the rule is not clear and some people may misuse it. Some people online say the law helps women but also causes problems for the workplace.
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🍰 「甜點有第二個肚子？」
日本有句超有趣的說法：「甜食有另一個肚子！」就算吃得再飽，看到蛋糕還是能再來一份。
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 情態助動詞（Modal Verbs: may / might）
例句：Even if someone is not hungry, they may still eat cake or ice cream.
2️⃣ 一、二音節形容詞的比較級與最高級（Comparative & Superlative Adjectives）
例句：In Japan, meals are smaller than in other countries.
📖 Story text：
In Japan, there is a funny saying: "Amai mono wa betsubara", which means "Sweets go into a different stomach." The word betsubara comes from betsu (separate) and bara (stomach). People say it when they are full from a meal but still want dessert. Even if someone is not hungry, they may still eat cake or ice cream. In Japan, meals are smaller than in other countries, so many people like to enjoy sweets after eating. This saying is popular, and many people talk about it online. It shows how language and food are connected in fun ways.
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跨文化交朋友其實超有趣！🌍
即使語言不同，只要聊得來，友誼就能跨越國界。心理學家更指出，這類友誼能提升創造力與思考力。科技也讓全球好友保持聯繫更容易。本集一起感受跨文化友誼帶來的驚喜與成長！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ Reported speech and tenses
例句：Interestingly, certain psychologists have said that friendships with people from different countries can help foster creative thinking.
2️⃣ Discourse markers
例句：Interestingly, certain psychologists have said that friendships with people from different countries can help foster creative thinking and improve problem-solving skills.
Story text：
Cross-cultural friendships are a unique bond that goes beyond just emotional connection. Psychologists believe that the strength of a friendship is often rooted in shared interests, values, or a similar sense of humor. Even when people come from different cultures or speak different languages, close friendships can still thrive through shared experiences and regular communication. When we feel understood, it deepens the connection. Interestingly, certain psychologists have said that friendships with people from different countries can help foster creative thinking and improve problem-solving skills. With the help of technology, staying in touch with friends from different cultures has never been easier. The abundance of content shared online among friends across the globe is proof of that. While navigating cross-cultural friendships can sometimes present challenges, the growth they offer – both personally and socially – is invaluable.
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每年七月，摩洛哥的小鎮 Asilah 都會一夕之間變成「彩色藝術村」🎨🌈！
世界各地的藝術家把白牆變成巨型畫布，街道充滿色彩、音樂與創意能量。遊客與當地人一起跳舞、聽音樂、參加工作坊，連網友都在說：這個節日真的又繽紛又好玩、生命力爆棚！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ Prepositions of time（時間介系詞：in / on / at）
例句：The Asilah Art Festival is in July in a small town in Morocco.
2️⃣ Present continuous（現在進行式）
例句：People online are saying the festival is fun, colorful, and full of life.
Story text：
The Asilah Art Festival is in July in a small town in Morocco. Artists from many countries come to paint on the town's white walls. The streets become full of color and pictures. People also enjoy music, dance, and art workshops. Local people and visitors have fun together. The art stays on the walls all year. It shows that art can make people happy and bring them together. People online are saying the festival is fun, colorful, and full of life.
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被子竟然也能「改變人生」？許多人在社群媒體上分享加重被（weighted blanket）如何改善了他們的睡眠品質，像是一場溫柔的擁抱，幫助身體放鬆、心情安定。但它真的有用嗎？本集一起來看看科學怎麼說！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 現在完成式肯定句（Present perfect simple : affirmative）
例句：Some people say it has changed their sleep after only a few weeks.
2️⃣ 連接詞 that 的用法（Conjunction: that）
例句：A small study in Sweden showed that people using these blankets made more melatonin, a hormone that helps us sleep.
Story text :
There are posts on social media where people share how good weighted blankets are. Some people say it has changed their sleep after only a few weeks. But how does it work? Weighted blankets are heavier than normal blankets. They put gentle pressure on your body, like a hug. This helps you feel calm and relaxed. Some people sleep better and feel less anxious. A small study in Sweden showed that people using these blankets made more melatonin, a hormone that helps us sleep. But, they are not safe for everyone.
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💎你知道德國有座蓋在鑽石上的小鎮嗎？
諾德林根（Nördlingen）原本被以為是火山口，其實是 1,500 萬年前小行星撞擊地球留下的大坑！強烈的撞擊力把岩石變成含「微小鑽石」的 suevite 石頭。當地人用這種石頭蓋房子，卻不知道裡面藏著寶，直到 1960 年代才被科學家發現！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 被動語態（Passive voice）
例句：The land was made by an asteroid.
2️⃣ 過去進行式（Past continuous）
例句：...when they were building the town.
🎧 Story text:
When people first moved to Nördlingen, Germany, they thought they lived in a volcanic crater. But the land was made by something else – an asteroid. About 15 million years ago, the asteroid hit the ground, and this created a big hole. The force of the impact turned rocks into a special stone called suevite, which has tiny diamonds inside. The people didn't know about the diamonds when they were building the town. It wasn't until scientists came in the 1960s that they found out. Now, Nördlingen is famous for buildings made from this stone. Many visitors come to learn about its unique history. This town generates a lot of conversation online, with many finding it interesting, and even "amazing".
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巴黎竟然有專為媽媽開的 Club？
Diva 派對就是這麼特別！每週晚上七點到十點，女性們齊聚巴黎夜店，在沒有壓力、沒有烈酒的空間裡自在跳舞、放鬆心情，還能準時回家，難怪越來越受歡迎！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 一般現在式肯定句（Present simple: affirmative forms）
例句：Many women like Diva because it closes early and it is calm.
2️⃣ There is/are 的用法
例句：There are no strong drinks, only juice and snacks.
Story text :
Diva is a party for women, especially mothers. It happens at a club in Paris from 7 to 10 pm. Only women go — men work there but don't join. Women feel safe and happy. They don't worry about how they look. There are no strong drinks, only juice and snacks. A ticket costs 45 euros. Many women online say they like Diva because it closes early and it is calm. They can dance, have fun, and still go home on time.
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動畫電影也可以獲得電影獎項嗎?
2024 年，多部動畫片紅遍全球、票房大賣，卻依然在電影獎項上被冷落。許多人認為動畫太簡單、不夠「正經」，但導演們大聲喊話：動畫也能感動人心，當然該得獎！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 三音節以上的形容詞比較級與最高級（Comparative and superlative adjectives with 3 or more syllables）
例句：In 2024, some of the most popular movies were animated.
2️⃣ 頻率副詞（Adverbs of frequency）
例句：Animated movies do not often win cinema awards.
🎧 Story text:
Many people love animated movies. Both children and adults enjoy them. Some animated movies make a lot of money and are very popular. In 2024, some of the most popular movies were animated. However, animated movies do not often win cinema awards. People think these movies are simple and for children. In the past, a few animated movies were nominated for awards, but this happens less now. Animation directors say that animated movies also deserve awards.
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荷蘭將歸還超過 100 件貝寧青銅器給奈及利亞！這些文物在 1897 年被英軍從貝寧王國掠奪，如今終於要歸還原屬之地。這是奈及利亞取回殖民時期文化資產的重要一步，也代表荷蘭承認這些文物曾被不公平奪走。
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 關係代名詞 Relative pronouns: that
例句：This return is part of Nigeria's effort to get back cultural items that were taken during colonial times.
2️⃣ 限定用法關係子句（Defining relative clause）
例句：...items that were taken during colonial times.
🎧 Story text:
The Netherlands has agreed to return over 100 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria. These items were taken by British soldiers during a raid in 1897 on the Kingdom of Benin, now part of southwestern Nigeria. The Netherlands has signed an agreement to return 119 items, including 113 bronzes from the Dutch State Collection, and others from Rotterdam. This return is part of Nigeria's effort to get back cultural items that were taken during colonial times. The return of these bronzes is the largest of its kind. It shows that the Netherlands agrees they were taken unfairly. These items should be returned later this year, helping Nigeria recover its important history and culture.
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在外太空旅行可不是件輕鬆的事！缺乏重力、輻射暴露、長時間隔離……這些嚴苛的環境對人體健康造成極大挑戰。不過，隨著科學研究的持續進展，人類離登陸火星又更近了一步！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 未來條件句（Conditional clauses to talk about the future）
例句：Provided that the scientific community continues to research and address these health challenges, the success and safety of future missions beyond Earth's orbit will only continue to improve.
2️⃣ 形容詞 + enough 的用法（Adjective + enough）
例句：Space travel presents numerous challenges for human health as the body is not adapted enough to the harsh conditions of space, such as microgravity and exposure to high-energy radiation.
Story text:
Space travel presents numerous challenges for human health as the body is not adapted enough to the harsh conditions of space, such as microgravity and exposure to high-energy radiation. These conditions cause significant physiological changes, including bone density loss, muscle atrophy, and cardiovascular issues. The lack of gravity also affects bodily fluids, leading to facial swelling and vision problems. Additionally, astronauts are exposed to radiation that can increase the risk of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and immune system dysfunction. Psychological stress, sleep disturbances, and mood disorders are common due to long periods of isolation and confinement. Despite these risks, space exploration is crucial for advancing knowledge and preparing for long-term missions, such as to the moon or Mars. Provided that the scientific community continues to research and address these health challenges, the success and safety of future missions beyond Earth's orbit will only continue to improve.
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義大利是深受歡迎的旅遊國家，越來越多屋主將房子出租給觀光客，不過自助入住的「鑰匙盒」卻引發爭議！從美觀、安全到人潮過多的問題，當局也開始出手管理。
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 情態助動詞 may, might（表示可能性）
例句：Owners who don't remove the boxes may have to pay a fine.
2️⃣ 情態助動詞 must, have to, need to（表示義務）
例句：Owners who don't remove the boxes may have to pay a fine.
Story text:
Italy is a popular travel destination. Many people started renting their homes to tourists. Now, people can check in to their holiday home without meeting the owner. They can find the keys in a box outside. Some people think these boxes are ugly and can be dangerous. Also, there are too many tourists in cities like Florence. So, the government is making people remove boxes that let guests check in by themselves. Owners who don't remove the boxes may have to pay a fine.
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「Fierljeppen」是荷蘭特有的跳竿運動！選手抓著一根長竿，試著跳過運河，比誰跳得更遠。這項運動原本是農夫用來跨河的方法，如今已變成全國熱門的比賽活動，吸引很多人前往觀賞。
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 指示形容詞（Demonstrative adjectives）
例句：Nowadays, about 600 people in the Netherlands play this sport.
2️⃣ 情態用法：used to
例句：They used to use poles to cross canals before cars and bikes existed.
Story text :
""Fierljeppen"" is a special Dutch sport. It happens in the city of Polsbroekerdam. People all over the Netherlands go there to watch it. In fierljeppen, people jump over a canal using a long pole. They try to go as far as they can. The sport started with farmers. They used to use poles to cross canals before cars and bikes existed. The first recorded game of fierljeppen was in 1767. Nowadays, about 600 people in the Netherlands play this sport.
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❄️ 日本最大雪球大戰！在大雪中玩出樂趣！
在日本新潟縣，大雪有時候會帶來不少不便，但這 120 支隊伍卻把它變成一場超級盛大的雪球大戰！五人一隊，互相丟雪球、努力得分，最後由分數最高的隊伍奪冠。即使大雪惱人，這些參賽者還是把冬天變成了最歡樂的遊戲場！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 並列連接詞（Coordinating conjunctions）
例句：A lot of snow can be annoying, but these people made it fun.
2️⃣ 不規則動詞過去式（Past simple of irregular verbs）
例句：120 teams did a big snowball fight.
🔊 Story text：
There was a lot of snow in Niigata Prefecture, Japan. 120 teams did a big snowball fight. It was the biggest snowball fight in Japan. Each team had five players. They had to hit people in the other teams. The team with the most points won. A lot of snow can be annoying, but these people made it fun.
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透過衛星追蹤，我們可以從太空守護地球！
不論是紫外線、空氣汙染，還是花粉過敏的風險，衛星科技都能提前預警，幫助我們保護健康。從監測當前的健康危害到預測未來幾天的環境變化，這項技術正默默守護著每一個人。
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 時間形容詞（Adjectives of time）
例句：Satellites can keep an eye on the Earth, tracking potential health dangers and assessing current risks to populations.
2️⃣ 篇章標記語（Discourse markers）
例句：What's more, satellites and weather models can also forecast air pollution, associated with numerous adverse health effects.
Story text :
Satellites can keep an eye on the Earth, tracking potential health dangers and assessing current risks to populations. Space tech can provide invaluable aid to public health in multiple ways. For instance, by monitoring UV radiation, which is important as overexposure to UV rays can lead to severe health complications, like skin cancer. Satellites enable us to track and forecast UV radiation up to five days ahead of time. What's more, satellites and weather models can also forecast air pollution, associated with numerous adverse health effects. These forecasts provide instant updates on poor air quality virtually anywhere, which are accessible through different apps. Similarly, satellite services are equipped with tools to track airborne allergens such as pollen. These findings assist individuals with allergies by giving them timely guidance on how to manage reactions to pollen and other particles in the air.
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全球第一家自閉症友善航空公司即將誕生！
調查發現，多數家庭因擔心旅途中遇到問題而不敢出門，但若員工更了解自閉症，94% 的家庭願意更常旅行。
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 第二條件句Second conditional
例句：94% said they would travel more if staff knew more about autism.
2️⃣被動語態 Passive voice
例句：A major airline will soon be the first to be recognized for supporting people with autism.
Story text :
A major airline will soon be the first to be recognized for supporting people with autism. This change is happening because there aren't enough travel options for people with special needs. A survey showed that 78% of families were worried about visiting new places, and 94% said they would travel more if staff knew more about autism. This airline now wants to improve its services for passengers with special needs. After the staff learns how to help travelers with autism or sensory problems, the airline will get a special certificate. About 80% of the staff who work with customers will complete this training.
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現代人越來越追求「安靜度假」，想遠離城市與社群媒體。本集帶你走訪義大利、瑞典與土耳其，看看全球各地如何打造無噪音、零干擾的放鬆假期。
從森林石屋到城市靜謐美景、再到大人限定海灘，讓人一聽就想立刻放鬆去旅行！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ There is / There are（存在句型）
例句：In Stockholm, there is a ""quiet guide"" which shows you calm places.
2️⃣ 地點介系詞 Prepositions of place（in / on / at）
例句：In Italy, Eremito has an old stone house in a forest.
Story text :
Many people now like peaceful holidays. Here are some quiet holiday ideas. In Italy, Eremito has an old stone house in a forest. The rooms are basic with no internet, phone, or TV. People go there to relax and think. In Stockholm, a ""quiet guide"" shows you calm places. These spots are green, silent and have nice sounds. In Türkiye, there is a resort with a beach only for adults. This place does not allow loud noises.
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世界級的甜點角逐賽就在法國里昂！
每兩年舉辦一次的「世界糕點大賽」集合各國頂尖甜點師，從巧克力到冰雕，每一道作品都是視覺與味覺的極致藝術。日本隊更在最新一屆以蜻蜓造型蛋糕奪下冠軍，可說是名副其實的甜點藝術之戰！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 情態動詞（Modal verbs: must, have to, need to）
例句：They have to make five different sweet creations.
2️⃣ 現在完成式（Present perfect simple: affirmative）
例句：Japan has won the most recent event.
Story text :
The World Pastry Competition is an international pastry contest. It happens every two years in Lyon, France. The most recent theme was: what dessert is your country? How does it taste? What does it look like? 18 countries compete. Each team has three members, a chocolatier, a sugar expert and an ice master. They have to make five different sweet creations. Japan has won the most recent event. They made a cake in the shape of a dragonfly with Kyomi oranges and rice wafers.
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🌍 想邊旅行邊工作，當個數位遊牧民族嗎？
那你可能得先看一下你的薪水夠不夠申請簽證！西班牙最近調高了數位遊牧簽證的收入門檻，雖然變高了，但還是比冰島等歐洲國家親民多了。哪個歐洲國家的簽證費用最佛心呢？
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 非限定用法的關係子句
例句：Spain has changed the income requirement for their digital nomad visa, which is a visa for people working online when they travel.
2️⃣ 關係代名詞：
例句：Spain has changed the income requirement for their digital nomad visa, which is a visa for people working online when they travel.
📖 Story text：
Spain has changed the income requirement for their digital nomad visa, which is a visa for people working online when they travel. The new requirement is higher than before, but not the highest in Europe. Now, to qualify, you need to earn two times the Spanish minimum wage per month, which is about 2,762 euros monthly. Still, this number is much lower than in other countries. Iceland demands the most in Europe; you must earn 7,075 euros per month. Estonia is next, requiring 4,500 euros a month. Finland and Montenegro have the lowest demand, with Finland requiring an income of 1,220 euros and Montenegro 1,400 euros. In Albania, applicants should have a work contract from an overseas company and enough cash to live, around 9,800 euros yearly.
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🌿 為什麼在拉丁美洲，大家都這麼重視留長髮？
在那裡，長髮不只是外表，更是一種文化認同！特別是在原住民社區，編髮象徵著對土地與傳統的連結，甚至有爸爸親手幫孩子編辮子，傳承超有愛！
📚 本集文法學習重點：
1️⃣ 程度副詞
例句：In many parts of Latin America, long hair is very important.
2️⃣ 情態動詞
例句：People in both small villages and big cities need to grow their hair long.
📖 Story text：
In many parts of Latin America, long hair is very important. People in both small villages and big cities need to grow their hair long. For many, long hair is part of their culture and family history. Some believe that cutting hair means cutting a part of life. In Indigenous communities, long hair shows a strong connection to their land and traditions. People in groups for South Americans online say braids are a symbol of identity and strength. Fathers sometimes braid their children's hair to keep traditions alive. Long hair continues to be a proud symbol across the region.
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