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Cheating allegations in top-level chess | Learn what it means to 'stop short of' something
Episode 513
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The world of chess has been turned upside down after Norwegian Magnus Carlsen accused American teenager Hans Niemann of cheating. Though Niemann's …
3 years, 6 months ago
How chess has evolved over centuries | Learn English phrase 'tailor made'
Episode 512
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One of the most famous strategy games in human history, chess spread around the world over 1,000 years ago. Though the rules have changed a little,…
3 years, 6 months ago
Would you eat a purple tomato? | Learn the English expression to have ‘an edge’
Episode 511
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A new type of tomato is about to hit American grocery stores. It’s purple, it has enhanced nutrition, and it’s genetically-modified. But will the p…
3 years, 6 months ago
The illusion of ESG investing | Learn the expression ‘welcome with open arms’
Episode 510
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Are ESG funds all that they’re cracked up to be? Last week’s lesson covered what ESG investing is, and in theory, investing in companies that want …
3 years, 6 months ago
ESG funds and investing in good | Learn the English expression ‘nagging doubt’
Episode 509
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ESG stands for “environmental, social, and governance,” and ESG investing is a way to funnel your investments toward companies that meet higher sta…
3 years, 7 months ago
Are AI-generated images art? | Learn the phrasal verb ‘sift through’
Episode 508
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A first-place finish at the Colorado State Fair art competition is sparking debate in the art community about whether AI-generated art should be co…
3 years, 7 months ago
The unlikely path to Queen | Learn the English metaphor ‘open the door’
Episode 507
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As Queen Elizabeth II grew into adulthood, it was increasingly clear that she would, someday, be queen. But no one thought it would happen as soon …
3 years, 7 months ago
Queen Elizabeth II’s long rule comes to an end | Learn the English expression ‘pay respects’
Episode 506
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Britain and the world are mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II. She died peacefully at the Balmoral Castle in northern Scotland earlier this mo…
3 years, 7 months ago
The resurgence of the mullet | Learn the phrasal verb ‘catch on’
Episode 505
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The mullet hairstyle is known for looking like business in the front, party in the back, and have typically been worn by men from rural, lower inco…
3 years, 7 months ago
Chilean voters reject rewritten constitution | Learn the phrasal verb ‘boil over’
Episode 504
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Chilean voters recently voted not to adopt a proposed constitution. It all started in 2019, when in response to protests, Chileans first voted on w…
3 years, 7 months ago