Solar Power and Renewable Energy

Solar power and renewable energy have become increasingly important in our world today. Solar power harnesses the energy from the sun to generate electricity, making it a clean and sustainable source of energy. It is exciting to see more and more solar panels being installed on rooftops and in large solar farms.

Renewable energy, including solar power, plays a significant role in reducing our dependence on fossil fuels and combating climate change. By utilizing solar power, we can decrease harmful greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to a healthier environment for the future generations.

As technology continues to advance, solar power is becoming more accessible and cost-effective for individuals and businesses alike. It is inspiring to witness the growth of the renewable energy sector and the positive impact it is having on our planet.

renewable

increasingly   /ɪn'kriːsɪŋli/　adv)ますます、いっそう

harness   /'hɑːrnɪs/　n)(安全ベルト)ハーネス、v)(力・感情などを)利用する

generate　v)生み出す、発生させる

dependence　/dɪ'pendəns/　n)依存、依存症

combat　/'kɑːmbæt/　v)

combating（望ましくないもの、病気・犯罪・差別等と）戦うこと

alike　/ə'laɪk/　adv)同じように

witness　v)目撃する、目のあたりにする、直面する、立ち会う、証言する

sector　/'sektər/　n)～分野・～部門

positive impact   好影響

Asian countries turn to solar as fuel prices rise

Asian countries turn to solar as fuel prices rise

Rising fuel prices linked to the Iran war are pushing more people in Asia to buy rooftop solar systems. In the Philippines, where the country faces a national energy emergency, a survey of 20 solar companies showed a 70% rise in weekly installations after the conflict began. Customer inquiries also increased six times. Brenda Valerio of New Energy Nexus said many families now want solar power quickly because they hope to lower electricity costs and avoid future price increases.

turn to   ～に向かう・頼る

fuel   /'fjuːəl/

installation　/,ɪnstə'leɪʃn/　n)設置・取り付け

conflict   /'kɑːnflɪkt/　n)対立・衝突・紛争

inquiry   /ɪn'kwaɪəri/　n)問い合わせ・質問

Plastic Pollurion

Plastic pollution is a significant environmental issue that affects our planet. Plastic waste, such as bottles, bags, and straws, ends up in our oceans and landfills, harming wildlife and ecosystems. It is essential for us to reduce the use of single-use plastics and recycle responsibly to help combat this problem. By raising awareness and taking action, we can make a positive impact on our environment and future generations.

landfill   /'lændfɪl/　n)埋立地、ごみ処理場

Traditional jobs in a country

Can you tell me about some traditional jobs that are common in your country?

ーSure. In my country, some traditional jobs include farming, fishing, and craftsmanship like pottery and weaving.

That's interesting. How are these traditional jobs important to the culture and economy of your country?

ーThese traditional jobs play a vital role in preserving our cultural heritage and help sustain the local economy by providing essential goods and services.

How do you think these traditional jobs have evolved over time, considering technological advancements and changing societal needs?

ーWith technological advancements traditional jobs have adapted to modern tools and techniques while still maintaining their authentic practices. They continue to be relevant in today's society.

craftsmanship　n)職人魂やその姿勢

pottery　n)焼き物、陶器

weaving　n)織ること・編むこと

vital　adj)非常に重要な、不可欠な、生命の維持に関わるほど重要な

　→医療】バイタルサイン(生命兆候)

sustain　v)持続させる、支える

relevant　adj)関連する、関係がある

Fishing and Overfishing

Can you share your thoughts on this issue?

ーOf course. Fishing is a popular activity  worldwide, but overfishing has become a major concern. It not only depletes fish populations but also disrupts the marine ecosystem.

How do you think overfishing can be controlled or prevented?

ーImplementing strict regulations on fishing quotas and enforcing sustainable fishing practices are essential. Collaborating with local communities and fishermen to promote responsible fishing is also crucial.

That's a great point. How do you think individuals can contribute to addressing this issue?

ーIndividuals can choose to consume sustainably sourced seafood, support fisheries that prioritize responsible practices, and raise awareness about the importance of protecting our oceans and marine life. 

deplete   /dɪ'pliːt/　v)使い果たす、激減させる

disrupt　/dɪs'rʌpt/　v)混乱させる、崩壊させる

Diversifying Business

Can you explain what diversifying business means to you?

ーDiversifying business involves expanding product or service offerings to reach new markets.

How important is diversification for a business's growth and sustainability?

ーDiversification is crucial for adapting to changing market conditions and reducing risk.

Cloud you provide an example of successful business diversification that you are familiar with?

ーSure, Apple diversifying into services like Apple TV to complement their hardware products.

How can a business determine the right strategies for diversification?

ーA business should conduct market research, assess their research, assess their capabilities, and align diversification with their overall goals.

Partnerships among Countries

Partnerships among countries are crucial for global cooperation and development. Countries often form alliances to address common challenges such as climate change, poverty, and security issues.

These partnerships can involve economic cooperation, sharing of knowledge and resources, and supporting each other in times of need.

By working together, countries can achieve greater progress and make a positive impact on the world stage.

cooperation　/,kɔːrpə'reɪʃn/　n)協力

alliance　/ə'laɪəns/　n)同盟、提携

poverty　/'pɑːvərti/　n)貧困、貧しさ

resource   /rɪ'sɔːrs/　n)資源、資産

Virtual reality helps elderly people connect to others

In a retirement community called The Terraces in Los Gatos, California, older residents are finding new ways to explore the world. A caregiver helps residents put on virtual reality (VR) headsets, allowing them to visit faraway places without leaving their chairs. Many residents are in their 80s and 90s and cannot travel anymore, but the technology gives them new experiences.

During VR sessions, residents don the headsets and experience swimming with dolphins, flying over mountains, or visiting cities in Europe. The programs are carefully curated /'kjƱreɪt/  by a company called Rendever. The company says the technology acts as a catalyst /'kætəlɪst/  for better memory and social connection. Some residents even visit their childhood neighborhoods, which brings back strong memories and emotions.

Some older Americans spend money to make homes safer

According to a survey, many Americans over the age of 50 prefer to stay in their own homes. Most of them got their homes on a loan that's easy to pay. But because of this, many older adults are choosing to stay in their old homes rather than move to a different one since there aren't many available houses.

Consumers are fighting price increases

Inflation has changed the shopping habits of Americans, and those changes are helping reduce inflation.

People are fed up with prices still being 19% higher than before the pandemic.

As a result, people avoid expensive brands, shop at discount stores, buy fewer luxury items, and choose used cars rather than new ones.

When high inflation continues, consumers often develop this mindset: buy things quickly before prices go up more, which can keep inflation going. However, that's not how consumers reacted recently. Consumer Stuart Dryden has saved money by moving to a cheaper apartment and buying store-brand items. He said that they cost less but have the same quality as popular brands.

This growing consumer pushback has led big food companies to slow down their price increases recently. These smaller food price increases are expected to help lessen inflation, which has decreased sharply from 9.1% in 2022 to 3.1%. Samuel Rines, a financial expert, says that people don't want to take higher prices anymore. And many big companies noticed this. For example, PepsiCo decided to focus on gaining more sales rather than increasing prices starting this year.

be fed up with ...　　～にうんざりしている　　feed 食物等を与える -fed-fed

develop　/dɪ'veləp/　v)発達させる

mindset     n)考え方

that's not how S＋V　　(S＋V) がちょっと違う

pushback   n)反発･抵抗   

lessen   v)小さくなる･少なくなる

Growing Consumer Pushback

According to the article, many consumers are looking for ways to save money now because inflation is high. Why do you think there is a growing pushback among consumers recently?

People stop quickly buying things before prices go up more.

(買いだめ) Stocking up on things can keep inflation going. 

When inflation is high, the usual mindset is to buying things quickly before prices go up more. Do you think this is a good strategy?

This strategy is good for big food companies, not for consumers.

(逆に) On the contrary, consumers shouldn't stock up on things.

  

Consumer Stuart Dryden moved to a cheaper apartment and bought cheaper alternatives. How do you think this decision will affect his future?

Shopping Habits

What shopping habits do you have?

binge shopping: I go binge shopping.

What are some examples of good and bad shopping habits?

have a list for ... : Good shopping habits are making a list for things.

Which mindset is more important for you: saving money for the future or spending money for fun?

for a rainy day: we need to save money for a rainy day.

contrary   adj)正反対の･相容れない･逆の　n)反対のもの

alternative　adj)二者択一の･代替えの　n)ひとつを選択すること･代替え

Airport Theft

窃盗

theft　/θeft/　

機内持ち込み荷物：

carry-on luggage

預け入れ荷物：

check-in luggage

盗まれたと見られる品物：

items that seemed stolen from luggage

luggage は uncountable 

逮捕する：arrest

空港労働者：airport workers

Canary Island

疑い･容疑：suspicion

steal

押収する：seize　/siːz/

overall

取り調べ中：under investigation

in the same case

begin after an increase in passengers complains

The complains were about items missing from their luggage.

the pleasant climate of the Canary Island

According to the police

Theft happened as luggage was being placed in the airports' storage.

stole valuable items

Police seized luxury wristwatches, jewelry, high-end cellphones and electronic devices.

the suspects

local stores

 

Survey: YouTube is teens' most used social media website

Teen Usage of Social Media

・American teenagers say that they use YouTube and TikTok "almost constantly." Do you think that social media usage is a good thing or a bad thing?

1⃣Social media can be good or bad depending on ”どのようにつかうか” how you use it.

2⃣"～に役立つ it helps us＋動詞原形” It helps us 

3⃣つながっている stay connected,

4⃣but "～の状態にさせる it can make us +動詞原形” it can make us 

5⃣feel lonely or inadequate. 

6⃣〜を引き起こすAlso can lead to 

7⃣ネットいじめ cyberbullying and invade privacy. 

Using social media a lot can make you sad and worried. 複雑な問題It's a complicated problem. A good thing about social media is that to help us share information, connect with others, and be creative. It can also create positive change.

・Why do you think teenagers are attracted to social media (ex. it is fun, it connects them to their friends)?

当事者からの視点

1⃣友達とつながり Teens can connect with friends

2⃣情報を最新の状態にする and stay updated.

3⃣経験の共有 They can also share experiences

4⃣自分を表現する and express themselves.

5⃣自分を肯定される(ﾌｨｰﾄﾞﾊﾞｯｸをもらう) They also get validation, feedback

6⃣LIKESやコメントを通して through likes and comments from others(peers).  

世間から見ると：ALLOW(認める)

1⃣創造力We allow teenagers to show their creativity

2⃣考え気持ちをシェア and share their thoughts.

3⃣新しい考え･視点･趣味を見つける Teens can use social media to find new ideas, perspectives, and hobbies.

・What tips would you like to give teenagers about their social media usage (ex. limit your usage to 1 hour, protect your privacy)?

1⃣～に注意しなければならないYeah, Teenagers should be careful with

2⃣(⇒何をシェアするか・誰と話すか) what they share and who they talk to online.

3⃣プライバシー設定 Changing privacy settings is important

4⃣個人情報を守る to keep personal information safe

5⃣誰が自分の投稿やプロファイルを見れるようにするか and control who sees your posts and profile.

6⃣注意を払う･慎重になったほうかよい It's better to be cautious.

usage　/'juːzɪdʒ/　n)利用

inadequate   /ɪn'ædɪkwət/　ｲ ﾅアﾃﾞｨｸｲｯﾄ　adj)不十分な

validation   /,vælɪ'deɪʃn/　n)批准

★ the act of proving that something is true or correct

★ the act of making something legally recognized

★ the act of stating officially that something is useful and of an acceptable standard

★ the feeling that others recognize that you are right or good enough

peers　/pɪr/　n)同僚･仲間

thoughts   /θɔːt/ n)考え･気持ち

perspective　/pər'spektɪv/　n)観点･見通し　per;通して　spect;見る

tip　/tɪp/　n)祝儀チップ、役立つ情報･助言･ヒント･秘訣

profile   /'prəƱfaɪl/　n)人物像･プロフィール

cautious　/'kɔːʃəs/　adj)注意を払う･慎重な

cyberbullying   /'saɪbərbƱliɪŋ/　

invade   /ɪn'veɪd/

privacy　/'prɪvəsi/　/'praɪvəsi/

Impact of Social Media

・In your opinion, does social media have a good or a bad impact on you?

1⃣I think social media can be good and bad.

2⃣It helps us connect but can distract and make comparisons.

3⃣Social media can help share important information and raise awareness for important issues.

4⃣Some bad things about social media are cyberbullying, lack of privacy, and spreading lies.

1⃣良くも悪くも can be good and and

2⃣～に役立つが、～になってしまう help us +動詞原形, but

distract　/dɪ'strækt/   v)心をかき乱す

comparison　/kəm'pærɪsn/　n)比べる事･比較･比較できること

心をかき乱し can distract and 比較されちゃう make comparisons.

3⃣役に立つ、重要な情報をシェア can help share

▢社会的意識･関心を高める raise awareness

raise　/rəɪz/　v)手を上げる･持ち上げる

awareness　/ə'wernəs/　n)気づいていること･自覚･認識

▢重要な出来事 important issues

4⃣プライバシーの欠如 lack of privacy

サイバーブリング  cyberbullying

bully　n)いじめっ子　v)いじめる

cyber　adj)サイバーの･コンピューターに関係した　

嘘の広がり spreading lies

・Do you think it’s okay to constantly use social media?

1⃣It's important to have a balance. 

2⃣Spending too much time on social media can affect productivity, relationships, and mental health.

3⃣Moderation is important.

1⃣バランスが大事 have a balance

2⃣やりすぎ(時間の使い過ぎ) spending too much time

▢(悪い)影響を及ぼす affect

▢生産性 productivity,   つきあい･交流 relationship   心･精神的健康 mental health

3⃣節度 moderation

・How would you describe a person addicted to social media sites? (ex. they always talk about social media content, they don't have other activities aside from social media)

1⃣Someone addicted to social media may check their accounts a lot, feel anxious without their phone, and prioritize online stuff over real life.

1⃣目を向ける･注目する･着目する check

▢沢山のアカウント their account a lot

▢電話なしだと不安を感じる feel anxious without their phone

▢現実よりネット上の事を優先する prioritize online stuff over real life

About one in six American teens, aged 13 to 17, said that they use YouTube and TikTok "almost constantly."

YouTube is still the most popular site among teens, with 71% saying that they use it at least daily. TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram are also part of the list of popular sites. This information comes from a survey by the Pew Research Institute.

Three of those four sites showed a drop in usage over the past year. The survey also reports that Facebook's total teen usage has dropped from 71% to 33% in 2023. And only 3% use it almost constantly. According to the survey, teen usage of social media hasn't decreased much. However, there are concerns about the negative impact of social media on their mental health.

More and more social media sites are being criticized for using techniques that draw in and retain younger users. In October, 33 states complained about Meta for adding to the youth mental health crisis. The states said that the company designed sites, such as Facebook and Instagram, to make younger users addicted to them. But Meta has denied the claims.

constantly

usage

criticize　v)批判する

◆cert, cri 区別し決める　ize,iza ～化する

My teacher always criticizes my handwriting.

technique　/tek'niːk/

draw　/drɔː/　v)手で軽く引く、くじを引く

draw in　v)人を引き込む

retain　/rɪ'teɪn/　v)しっかり保つ、保有する、維持する

crisis　/'kraɪsɪs/　n)危機･重大局面、山場

addicted

deny　/dɪ'naɪ/　v)認めない･否認する

More than a meal: Restaurant-based programs feed seniors’ social lives

Mutual Support

Why do you think mutual support is important?

>>共同体意識･地域社会>>a sense of community

>>親しくなる>>grow together

It creates a sense of community and helps us grow together.

It's always nice to have someone there for you when you need it.

mutual   /'mjuːtʃuəl/　adj)お互いの･相互の

What challenges can stop people from practicing mutual support (ex. being shy, lack of time and money)?

>>個人主義>>individualism

>>共感欠如>>lack of empathy

>>傷つく恐怖心>>fear of vulnerability

Some challenges that can stop people from practicing mutual support include individualism, lack of empathy, and fear of vulnerability. It takes effort and courage to support others sometimes. 

practice　v)習慣的に行う　n)習慣的に行うこと

challenge v)異議を唱える　n)異議･抗議

individualism   /,ɪndɪ'vɪdʒuəlɪzəm/　n)個人主義･独立的思考

empathy　n)感情移入･共感

fear　n)恐怖･恐怖心･不安･懸念

vulnerability　/,vʌlnərə'bɪləti/　n)傷つきやすいこと･もろさ･脆弱性

fear of vulnerability: a feeling of dread about being emotionally open with others. People who fear vulnerability often strive for perfectionism, close themselves off to friends, and keep loved ones at arm's length. 

How do the seniors in your country show their support to each other (ex. eat together, organize sports clubs)?

>>形成されている>>by forming ...

>>さまざまなニーズに>>with various needs

Seniors in my country often show their support by forming senior groups or clubs where they can socialize, share experiences, and help each other with various needs.

various adj)さまざまの・多数の

Every week, a group of New Hampshire seniors gather to eat and talk with each other. This is part of social programs that help elderly people keep their mind and body healthy. The government gives money to restaurants to provide several nutritious food options to seniors. In addition, these restaurants become a place for senior citizens to have meaningful conversations. All these activities help the elderly restaurant visitors feel less lonely.

”Isolation is the new pandemic." said Jon Eriquezzo, president of Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County. He delivers meals to senior centers and seniors who cannot leave their homes. He said giving them food to eat is nice. But he thinks it's even better for seniors to eat with other people and receive mutual support.

From a nutrition standpoint, "we eat better in groups," said Jean Lloyd, a nutrition consultant. She thinks eating in groups is especially good for seniors because they are vulnerable and they usually feel lonely. Studies show that widespread loneliness in the U.S. is as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes daily. The social programs hope to reduce hunger, but more importantly, promote social interaction among the elderly.

provide　v)提供･供給する

nutritious   /nju'trɪʃəs/　/nu'trɪʃəs/　adj)栄養になるあっめんma

in addition 加えて･さらに

meaningful　/'miːnɪŋfl/　adj)意味のある

isolation   /,aɪsə'leɪʃn/　n)隔離･孤立･孤独

nutrition   n)栄養補給･栄養

standpoint　n)観点･視点･見方

consultant　n)コンサルタント･相談役

vulnerable　adj)傷つきやすい

widespread　adj)まん延した･普及した･広範囲に及ぶ･幅広い･広げた

deadly　adj)死のような･致命的な

hunger　n)空腹感･飢え･ひもじさ･強い欲求

importantly　adv)重要なことだが

promote　v)促進･増進させる

interaction　n)交流･ふれあい･相互作用

expense   n)出費

Social Interaction and Loneliness

Do you agree that social interaction can make people feel less lonely?

>>人とつながりを持つ>>connect with others 

>>孤独と戦い>>combat loneliness

Absolutely! Social interaction is a great way to connect with others and combat loneliness.

combat n)戦い･闘争　v)戦う

Do you like eating alone or with friends and family?

>>いつも楽しい>>It's always more fun

>>人と食事をする>>share a meal

>>思い出をつくる>>create memories

Personally, I enjoy eating with friends and family. It's always more fun to share a meal and create memories together.

Is it possible to feel happy even when you are alone?

>>幸せは心にある>>Happiness comes from within.

>>人と離れて>>in solitude

Absolutely! Happiness comes from within, and it's possible to find joy in solitude.

within   前)副)名)数量時間～の内側･範囲内に、心の内側に

joy　n)大きな喜び

solitude　/'sɒlətjuːd/　/'sɑːlətuːd/　n)独居･孤独、その自由さを歓迎

More travelers enjoy glamping, despite high costs

Camping is one of the cheapest ways to travel. A new kind of camping, called glamping, is becoming popular. Glamping combines luxury and nature. The tents are designed with very soft pillows. Some tents even have their own bathrooms with warm running water. The campsite has fast Wi-Fi. However, the combination of hotel comfort and outdoor glamor is more expensive than high-end hotels. It's very different from what traditional campers spend.

According to a survey, US national park visitors spent $351(about \49,000) on hotels per day in 2021. On the other hand, campers just spent $149(more or less \21,000). However, glamping could cost more. For example, glamping at Utah's Zion National Park could cost up to $650(around \90,800) per night. The resort fee gives visitors a tent with beds, bathrooms, hot showers, and stoves. The accommodations also offer visitors fun activities such as live music and yoga classes.

Despite its high cost, glamping's amenities seem to attract noncampers. For instance, an estimated 10.5 million families went glamping in 2022. About 63% of people surveyed said they enjoy the outdoor experience without having to go camping.

Zion National Park in Utah

glamping   /'glæmpɪŋ/　noun   (glamorous + camping)   

glamorous　/'glæmərəs/　also informal; glam  adj)はなやかな･魅力に満ちた

combine　/kəm'baɪn/　v)統合して一体にする　n)連合体

luxury　/'lʌkʃəri/　n)贅沢･豪華さ　adj)贅沢な･豪華な

pillow　/'pɪləƱ/　n)枕･クッション

even have   ～でさえ持っている

running water   n)水道水

ex. Some houses in the city are still without running water.

combination　/,kɒmbɪ'neɪʃn/　/,kɑːmbɪ'neɪʃn/　n)組み合わせること･チームワーク

comfort　/'kʌmfət/　/'kʌmfərt/　n)快適さ　v)楽にする　　　　　　

glamor　/'glæmə(r)/　/'glæmər/　n)うっとりとするような魅力　v)～を魅了する

ex. The retired celebrity misses the glamor of being on television.

high-end   adj)高級な

ex. He bought a high-end car after winning the lottery.

survey　/'sɜːveɪ/　/'sɜːrveɪ/　n)見渡すこと･調査･世論調査

stove　/stəƱv/　n)ストーブ･暖炉、レンジ･コンロ

accommodation     n)宿泊施設

ex. I booked our accommodations for the family trip.

offer　v)サービスを提供する ≠give

amenities・an amenity  n)生活を便利･快適にするもの、娯楽設備

ex. The swimming pool is her favorite amenity in this hotel.

[Camping and Glamping]

・Which would you enjoy more, camping or glamping?

｟自身：as for me｠

古いタイプの人間；old school, old fashioned

I'm old school.

｟何が良い：What is good｠

何もない；There is nothing there/The space is empty

何もしない；not to do anything/There is nothing to do

時には何もない、何もしないのがいい

Sometimes it might be better "There is nothing there" and "no to do anything" at all.

｟理由：the reason why｠

いつもと違うのはかえって新鮮

When something is different from usual/normal, it feels fresh.

｟結論：I feel｠

I feel that it's very different from what young adult do.

・Why do you think a lot of people like glamping despite its high costs?

｟皆｠

自然は好き、でも蚊に刺されたくない、面倒なことはしたくない、金だけはある

They love being in nature/They like the outdoors. 

They don't want to get a mosquito bite.

They don’t want to deal with problems.

They have plenty of money. 

・Do you think a lot of people in your country will enjoy glamping?

｟皆｠

インスタ映え；for instagram

Young adults want to take a perfect shot for instagram.

[Travel and Going on Vacation]

・Do you like traveling?

・In your opinion, how often should a person go on vacation?

・Is it important to consider the cost of one's vacation?

The US has tons of excess food. Upcycling turns would-be trash into ice cream

Tyler Malek is the head ice cream maker at a restaurant named Salt & Straw Ice Cream in Portland, Oregon. In this ice cream shop, one chef's trash is another chef's cold treat. The shop uses different leftover ingredients to create different flavors. For example, leftover whey turns into lemon curd ice cream. And for the chocolate barley milk flavor, Malek uses leftover rice and grains to give it a mild, creamy flavor. Malek hopes that people will stop calling leftover ingredients "food waste" and call them "wasted food" instead.

Salt & Straw Ice Cream is one of the pioneers of the upcycling concept, which involves turning food waste into high-quality items. Chips and cake mixes made from upcycled food are becoming popular in stores. The ingredients include completely edible fruits and vegetables from farms. But they are often rejected by restaurants and supermarkets because of their appearance.

Chocolate Barley

The Upcycled Food Association awards an official "Upcycling Certified" seal to qualified products. These seals inform customers that the company producing the meal used upcycled ingredients. In 2021, the association verified about 30 products. Currently, 450 products are carrying the seal.

Chocolate Barley Milk

Lemon Curd Ice Cream

excess　/ɪk'ses/　n)過剰･超過

upcycle　/’ʌpsaɪkl/　v)元のものよりも価値を高めてリサイクルする

straw　/strɔː/　n)わら、ストロー

treat　/triːt/　v)扱う･対処する　n)喜び･楽しみ･、おごり、ご馳走

ingredient   /ɪn'griːdiənt/　n)料理の材料

flavor　/'fleɪvə(r)/　/'fleɪvər/　n)味･風味

whey   /weɪ/　n)ホエイ･チーズ製造時に分離される水溶液

curd　/kɜːd/　/kɜːrd/　n)カード･牛乳が凝固したもの

カードは凝固したという意味。果汁･バター･卵と砂糖を混ぜてクリーム状にした、フルーツバターのようなもの

Lemon Curd

barley　/'bɑːli/　/'bɑːrli/　n)大麦

grain　/greɪn/　n)穀物(小麦･ﾄｳﾓﾛｺｼ･コメ等)

creamy　/'kriːmi/　adj)クリーム状の･なめらかな

concept　/'kɒnsept/　/'kɑːnsept/　n)コンセプト･考え･概念

involve   /ɪn'vɒlv/　/ɪn'vɑːlv/　v)深く関りを持つ

item　/'aɪtəm/　n)商品の品目、出し物

edible   /'edəbl/　adj)まだ食べられる･食べることができる

award　/ə'wɔːd/　/ə'wɔːrd/　v)賞を授与する　n)賞

certify　/'sɜːtɪfaɪ/　/'sɜːrtɪfaɪ/　v)証明･保証･認定する、免許を与える

Vaccination certificate.  Certificate証明書

Certification 認証

Certified adj)公認の

a seal　/siːl/　n)保証の印、印章

qualify   /'kwɒlɪfaɪ/　/'kwɑːlɪfaɪ/　v)資格を与える

association   n)共同･連携、会･組合･協会、関連･つながり

verify　/'verɪfaɪ/　v)妥当性を確認する)認証･証明する

food waste  生ごみ

poisonous   /'pɔɪzənəs/

[Upcycled Food]

・Salt & Straw Ice Cream uses different leftover ingredients for its ice cream products. Would you like to try them?

受け入れる･納得できる；acceptable

怖いもの見たさ；see scary things, rubbernecking

rubbernecking；首を伸ばしてむやみに見る人･物見高い人

rubberneck   /'rʌbənek/　/'rʌbərnek/　v)振り返って見る

I guess the reason I like horror movies is to see scary things.

I went to a town at night that was rubbernecked by rumors of something scary.

野次馬渋滞；rubbernecking delay

rubbernecking car accidents

社会問題；social issue/problem

食品を捨てる事；food waste, reduce food waste, zero food waste

Food waste is a social issue around the world.

理にかなっている；make sense

材料/食べ物をアップサイクルすること；upcycle ingredient/food

Upcycling ingredients/food really make sense.

・Do you think restaurant owners in your country would be willing to serve upcycled food?

関心をあつめる；gather attention

Upcycling foods gather attention from restaurant owners.

人口増加；　The population is increasing worldwide.

食料不足；   a food shortage

～の時代；　The era/age of the food shortage is coming.

climate change

食料不足の時代がやってくる

・Do you think people in your country would like to eat at a restaurant that serves upcycled food?

保守的、言い換えるなら時代遅れ；

Japanese are conservative.

In other ward, old-fashioned/outdated. 

好まない・望まない；unwilling

We Japanese people are unwilling to change their thoughts.

[Leftover and Wasted Food]

・What do you usually do with your leftover food?

It's my task to eat.

・In your country, is it okay to leave food on your plate after eating?

・In your opinion, is there a lot of wasted food in your home? What about in your community?

They(serving upcycled-food) give the image of the restaurant as good or not.

OpenAI boss 'inspired' by talks with world leaders about solutions to AI risk

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he was encouraged by the desire of some world leaders to control any possible risks caused by the artificial intelligence technology his company and others are developing. Altman visited Tel Aviv, a tech powerhouse, as part of a world tour. The aim of Altman's tour is to promote his company, the maker of ChatGPT ー the popular AI chatbot ー which has caused a frenzy around the globe.

The world tour comes after hundreds of scientists and tech industry leaders, including Microsoft and Google, issued a warning about the dangers that artificial intelligence poses to humankind. Worries about artificial intelligence systems outsmarting humans have intensified with the rise of a new generation of highly capable AI chatbots. Countries around the world are scrambling to come up with rules for the developing technology.

In a talk at Tel Aviv University, Altman said it would be a mistake to create heavy rules for AI development. But he suggested the formation of a global organization that could create rules to help approve model products and test and check their safety.

solution   /sə'luːʃn/　n)解決･解消

mobile　/'məƱbaɪl/　/'məƱbl/　adj)持ち運びできる

result in  /rɪ'zʌlt/ v)～の結果になる

robber　/'rɒbə(r)/　/'rɑːbər/　n)強盗

desire n)願望　v)～を強く望む

・There is a strong desire among world leaders to stop the war.
possible　adj)可能な、起こりうる

a powerhouse　n)大手･大手企業

・The company is a powerhouse in mobile communication technology.

the aim　v)ねらいを定める、目標とする　n)ねらい、目標

promote　/prə'məƱt/　v)促進･助長･プロモートする

maker　/'meɪkə(r)/　/'meɪkər/　n)作る人･メーカー

chatbot　/'tʃætbɒt/　/'tʃætbɑːt/　n)チャットボット

★ a computer program that can hold a conversation with a person, usually over the internet

・There's probably a chatbot on your smartphone, like Siri or Cortana.

a frenzy   /'frenzi/　n)熱狂、乱心

・The release of the latest mobile phone resulted in a frenzy.　　

the globe   /gləƱb/　n)地球

★ the globe the world (used especially to emphasize its size)

come after somebody   誰誰を受けて

★ to run after or follow somebody 

issue   v)外に出す、発行する　n)外にでること、発行

danger　n)危険･危険性

pose　/pəƱz/　v)ポーズを取る、装う･ふりをする･なりすます　n)ポーズ

humankind   n)人類･人間

outsmart　　v)～に知恵･策略を使って勝つ、～の裏をかく

・The women outsmarted and escaped from the robbers that attacked her.

intensify　　v)強くなる･激しくなる

・The band's popularity intensified when its song became number 1.

capable　adj)能力･才能がある、性能がある

scramble　v)素早く動く

formation　/fɔː'meɪʃn/　/fɔːr'meɪʃn/　 n)形成･設立･編成･陣形

approve　/ə'pruːv/　v)賛成･承認する

prevent

avoid

poverty　/'pɒvəti/　/'pɑːvərti/　n)貧しいこと･貧困

AI technology

①What do you think are the benefits of AI technology?

ミスを防ぐ；prevent/avoid mistakes/errors

人的ミス；human error

②What do you think are the dangers of AI technology?

雇用が減る；job opportunity will decrease

貧困の増加；increase in poverty

③Some world leaders have a desire to control any possible risks of AI technology. Do you want your country to participate in this effort?

最先端の技術；latest technology/cutting edge

ついて行く；keep up with

Powerhouse

①In what industry is your country a powerhouse?

～で有名です；Japan is well known for its car production industry.

I think Toyota is an other-worldly company.

other-worldly   /,ʌðə'wɜːldli/　/,ʌðər'wɜːrldli/　adj)別世界の

②Aside from your own country, what is a powerhouse country that you admire?

The United States is the most powerful country in the world. It has the largest economy in the world, thanks in large part to its massive entertainment and media industry. The economy in California alone produces about $2.5 trillion. Assuming California was a country, that number would have made the California economy one of the top six in the world. Imagine that.

Assuming 　接)仮定すると

③In your opinion, how can a country be a powerhouse in a certain industry?

certain　/'sɜːtn/　/'sɜːrtn/  adj)確信して、確実な、ある程度の、とある

～に投資する；invest in ...

得意分野；strong area

A country invests in its strong area.

UAE announces 2nd space mission, looking for clues on how life began

The United Arab Emirates unveiled plans to send a spacecraft to the solar system's main asteroid belt. It's the latest space project by the country after the successful launch of the Hope spacecraft to Mars in 2020. The endeavor is a significant milestone for the UAE Space Agency, established in 2014.

The journey of the spacecraft would span a distance over ten times greater than Hope's Mars mission. The project aims to develop the spacecraft in the coming years and then launch it in 2028 to study various asteroids. The goal of this new project is to reach the seventh, rare "red" asteroid that may hold information on how life on Earth began.

The spacecraft is named MBR after Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid AI Maktoum. It will first make its way toward Venus. It will eventually fly as close as 150 kilometers away from the group of asteroids. The spacecraft is expected to reach the seventh and last asteroid named Justitia by October 2034. Scientists believe that Justitia potentially has a surface full of organic substances.

Arab   /’ærəb/

emirate　/'emɪərət/　/'emərət/　n)アラビアの首長の権限

unveil　/,ʌn'veɪl/　v)公表する･明らかにする

・The company unveiled its latest product during the conference.

a spacecraft   n)宇宙船

・Many countries are developing their own spacecraft to study space.

an asteroid   /'æstərɔɪd/　n)小惑星

・There are many asteroids between Mars and Jupiter.

belt   /belt/　n)ベルト、細長い地帯

launch   /lɔːntʃ/　v)ロケットなどを勢いよく送り出す、重要な活動などを開始する

n)ロケットなどの発射、活動などの開始

a milestone n)画期的な出来事･重要な地点

・The little boy's graduation is an important milestone for him and his parents.

span　/spæn/　v)時期･領域などが～にわたる  span-spaned-spaned

distance　n)距離･経過(年月)

great-greater-greatest  大きい･多数の･長期の･大変な･偉大な

in the coming years   今後数年内に

various　/'veəriəs/　/'veriəs/　/'væriəs/　adj)様々な、変化に富んだ

ruler　/'ruːlə(r)/　n)定規、支配者･統治者

Venus　/'viːnəs/　n)ローマ神話のヴィーナス、天文学の金星

eventually　/ɪ'ventʃuəli/　adv)結局は、ついに、ようやく

potentially　/pə'tenʃəli/　adv)潜在的に

・Scientists are looking for potentially useful information about outer space.

outer   adj)外の、中心から離れた

outer space   n)宇宙

substance　/'sʌbstəns/　n)物質、内容･中身

Space Mission

①Would you like to participate in a space mission?

あとどれくらい生きられるかわからない lol

I'm not sure how much longer I have to live lol.

I would definitely participate in a space mission.

②Why do you think the spacecraft MBR is named after Dubai's ruler?

スポンサー

He is one of the new project sponsors.

He is the main sponsor of the new project.

象徴

He is the perfect representation of UAE.

③Do you think space missions are important?

まるで；just like

大航海時代；Age of Discovery

～の延長線上にある；be an extension of ...

～の一歩先を行っている；one step ahead of ...

Space missions are just like Age of Discovery.

I wonder if the world will come to an end due to the influence of climate change.

Space missions are an extension of Age of Discovery.

Apparently, UAE is one step ahead of Japan.

どうやら；apparently

Milestone 

①What is the most recent milestone in your life?

②Many countries would like to reach a milestone in terms of space exploration.

in terms of ...   ...に関して　...の観点から

基地；base, military base

③What other areas should your country focus on reaching a milestone?