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Learn German with real news, every morning. Daily episodes in slow, simple German at A1, with a free full transcript and English translation for every line.Read today's transcript:https://linguawire.com/learn/germanWHAT YOU GETA new episode every morning. Two real stories from the day's news, spoken slowly and clearly enough for a beginner to follow.Every episode has its own page with the full German transcript, the English translation beside it, the day's vocabulary, one grammar point and a short quiz. No account needed to read.NEVER STUDIED GERMAN BEFORE?Day One takes you from zero to your...
A1 German News | Why Swiss Glaciers Are Disappearing So Fast
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In this episode: Swiss glaciers lost 5.5% of their ice in 2026 after a long, hot summer, raising concerns about future water supplies in Europe. Also: A 99-second AI-generated advertisement recreates Greta Garbo for Swedish ball-bearing company SKF, prompting questions about using images of deceased stars.
Heute: Schweizer Gletscher verlieren viel Eis · Greta Garbo erscheint wieder in einer Werbung.
Today’s German focus: schmolz = melted. Vocabulary: Der Gletscher (glacier), Das Eis (ice), Der Schnee (snow).
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A1 German News | Oura Abruptly Pauses Planned IPO
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In this episode: Oura delays its US stock sale because the market is uncertain. Also: After protests, 87-year-old Maricarmen can return to her Madrid home with lower rent.
Heute: Oura verschiebt den Aktienverkauf · Maricarmen kehrt in ihre Wohnung zurück.
Today’s German focus: wollen = to want. Vocabulary: die Miete (rent), die Wohnung (apartment), der Vermieter (landlord).
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A1 German News | SpaceX Starship Reaches Orbit for the First Time
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In this episode: SpaceX Starship reaches orbit for the first time, deploys 26 Starlink satellites, and lands in the Pacific. Also: Oura plans to go public as its health ring tracks sleep, steps, stress, and other body data.
Heute: Starship erreicht die Umlaufbahn · Oura will an die Börse.
Today’s German focus: ausfallen = to stop working or fail. Vocabulary: die Umlaufbahn (orbit), das Triebwerk (rocket engine), ausfallen (to stop working or fail).
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A1 German News | Why Mexico's 300-Year-Old Music Is Dancing Worldwide
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In this episode: Lime's bike and scooter business grows in England, with more users, vehicles, sales and profits, but also safety concerns. Also: Veracruz's more than 300-year-old Son Jarocho tradition brings people together to play, sing and dance at Fandangos, and is becoming known outside Mexico.
Heute: Lime-Räder werden in England beliebter · Eine alte Musiktradition aus Veracruz.
Today’s German focus: können = can; to be able to. Vocabulary: der Roller (scooter), die Sicherh...
A1 German News | Why Is Britain's Purple Ube Craze Facing a Halt?
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In this episode: Britain's growing love of purple ube faces a halt as the Philippines stops fresh exports. Also: Researchers study how drones could bring defibrillators faster to people having cardiac arrests.
Heute: Exportstopp für frische Ube · Drohnen bringen Defibrillatoren schneller.
Today’s German focus: könnten, could = could. Vocabulary: der Vorrat (stock or supply), die Nachfrage (demand), steigen (to rise or increase).
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A1 German News | How Five Cheetah Cubs Survived a Difficult Start
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In this episode: Microsoft gives its new Surface computers a different name, although they still meet the technical requirements for Copilot+ PCs. Also: Five cheetah cubs at Prague Zoo survive severe storms and their mother's intestinal infection.
Heute: Microsoft nennt Surface-Computer anders · Fünf Gepardenbabys überstehen schwere Wochen.
Today’s German focus: müssen = to have to; must. Vocabulary: das Fell (fur), der Regen (rain), überleben (to survive).
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A1 German News | How a Thai Teen Rocker Won the Big Prize
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In this episode: Thai teenager Nene Royal wins a major American music competition and becomes the first Thai winner. Also: Sales of Chinese hybrid cars rise sharply in Europe, making the EU and car industry nervous.
Heute: Nene gewinnt den Wettbewerb · Mehr chinesische Hybridautos in Europa.
Today’s German focus: hat gewonnen = has won. Vocabulary: der Auftritt (performance or appearance), die Bühne (stage), der Wettbewerb (competition).
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A1 German News | Can OpenAI Help Ukraine Stop Cyber Attacks?
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In this episode: OpenAI gives Ukraine free cyber defense tools and access to a new model to protect hospitals and power plants from attacks. Also: Germany sets a first clear target to phase out fossil fuels by 2045, with more wind, more solar, and a coal exit still in view.
Heute: OpenAI hilft der Ukraine · Deutschland will Fossile loswerden.
Today’s German focus: Es heißt Daybreak. (it is called Daybreak) = it is called Daybreak. Vocabu...
A1 German News | Can AI School Replace College?
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In this episode: A Silicon Valley firm opens an AI school as a college alternative, with no tests, no homework, and 50 spots for fall 2027. Also: Qantas plans to sell tickets next August for a nonstop New York to Sydney flight that should begin in 2028 and last about 18 hours.
Heute: KI-Schule statt Studium · Langer Flug nach Sydney.
Today’s German focus: sollen, should / are supposed to = should / are supposed to. Vocabulary: der Platz (spot), die Schul...
A1 German News | Why British Drivers Face £2 Diesel
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In this episode: British drivers and small traders face soaring diesel prices, with costs nearing £2 a litre and shortages hitting forecourts. Also: World leaders in New York discuss the climate crisis during Climate Week, while Australia and Iceland explain their countries' energy changes.
Heute: Diesel wird in Großbritannien teuer · Klimagespräche in New York.
Today’s German focus: steigen - to rise = to rise. Vocabulary: der Diesel (diesel), der Wagen (car), der Händler (tr...
A1 German News | Why More U.S. Parents Need Grandparents
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In this episode: Childcare in the United States is so expensive that some parents rely on grandparents to help care for their children and even move closer to family. Also: Remco Evenepoel wins his fourth straight world time-trial title in Montreal, while Marlen Reusser keeps her crown in the women's race.
Heute: Großeltern helfen bei Betreuung · Evenepoel gewinnt wieder im Zeitfahren.
Today’s German focus: in den Ruhestand gehen, to retire = to retire. Vocabu...
A1 German News | Can Google Gemini Hack Three Companies on Its Own?
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In this episode: Google says Gemini entered the internet, guessed passwords, and reached three companies during a security test. Also: Researchers found ancient teeth with signs that people chewed betel nuts long ago, and the habit is still common today.
Heute: Gemini hackt drei Firmen · Alte Spuren von Betel-Nüssen.
Today’s German focus: Die Forscher sehen sich alte Zähne an. / The researchers look at old teeth = The researchers look at old teeth. Vocabul...
A1 German News | Japan's Rates Hit a 31-Year High
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In this episode: Japan's central bank raises interest rates from 1% to 1.25% to fight rising prices, marking a 31-year high. Also: Australia pushes new social media rules to protect children, and other countries are watching closely.
Heute: Japan erhöht den Leitzins · Australien plant neue Regeln.
Today’s German focus: ablehnen können, to be able to reject = to be able to reject. Vocabulary: das Konto (account), schützen (to protect), ablehnen (to reject).
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A1 German News | Can an AI Chatbot Help Pregnant Women?
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In this episode: Pregnant women in Kenya text questions and get fast help from a clinic service. Also: Canada and the EU discuss a new associate-member idea, while the US pushes back.
Heute: Schnelle Hilfe per SMS in Kenia · Kanada und die EU reden neu.
Today’s German focus: fragen, to ask = to ask. Vocabulary: die Frage (question), dringend (urgent), die Hilfe (help).
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A1 German News | Can Max Verstappen Beat 100 Karts?
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In this episode: Max Verstappen races a kart against 100 others in Silverstone, with the others starting ahead and one by one getting knocked out when he passes them. Also: A Cuban man says he was moved to the Central African Republic and now lives in legal limbo after deportation to a third country.
Heute: Verstappen fährt gegen 100 Karts · Cubaner lebt in der Zentralafrikanischen Republik.
Today’s German focus: Ich fühle mich entführt. - I...
A1 German News | Phil Knight Gives $1.1 Billion for Women's Hospital
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In this episode: Phil Knight and his wife will give $1.1 billion to an Oregon medical center, helping create the state's first hospital focused on women's health and strengthening heart care. Also: OpenAI now supports parts of a plan that would require independent audits of major AI models and outside safety checks.
Heute: Knights großes Geschenk für Frauen · OpenAI will externe Prüfungen.
Today’s German focus: helfen = to help. Vocabulary: das Geschenk (gift), a...
A1 German News | Can Europe Build Its Own AI Fast Enough?
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In this episode: A cement company in Pakistan covers dry land with cheap solar panels from China and now makes a large share of its own power. Also: Christine Lagarde says Europe needs its own AI models and datacentres so it does not depend on the US or China.
Heute: Solar auf dem Dach wird billig · Europa braucht eigene KI.
Today’s German focus: sagt: Europa braucht eigene KI., says: Europe needs its own AI...
A1 German News | Can Celine Dion Return to the Stage?
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In this episode: Trump says the US will remove a 10% tariff on Irish whisky, after saying it at a golf event in Ireland. Also: Celine Dion performs her first full concert in six years in Paris after a rare illness kept her away from the stage.
Heute: Zoll auf Whisky soll weg · Celine Dion singt wieder in Paris.
Today’s German focus: denken, to think = to think. Vocabulary: der Zoll (tariff), der Verkauf (sales), die F...
A1 German News | Why a $4,000 Robot Dog Turns Heads
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In this episode: A man in Washington gets huge attention walking a $4,000 robot dog from China, while real dogs and children react in different ways. Also: France's heat and drought have pushed Champagne grapes to higher sugar, letting some bubbly briefly reach up to 15% alcohol.
Heute: Mann geht mit Roboterhund · Champagner darf stärker werden.
Today’s German focus: Sie müssen mit dem Wetter arbeiten, you must work with the weather = you must work wi...
A1 German News | Can AI Help the UK Economy Grow?
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In this episode: Britain's economy grew by 0.4% in July, helped by services and AI-related work. Also: The Houthis advanced on Yemen's Red Sea coast, tightening control over shipping.
Heute: Britische Wirtschaft wächst im Juli · Houthi rücken an Küste vor.
Today’s German focus: die Statistikstelle sagt aber etwas anderes, the statistics office says = the statistics office says something different. Vocabulary: das Wachstum (growth), die Statistikstelle (statistics office), der Spielraum (room to act).
A1 German News | Can Anthropic Stop AI Misuse for Bioweapons?
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In this episode: Anthropic says criminals, scientists, and other groups tried to misuse its AI for missiles, bombs, deadly pathogens, and spying. Also: Primark plans home delivery in Britain after years of resisting online shopping, using a new warehouse in Sheffield.
Heute: Anthropic warnt vor KI-Missbrauch · Primark plant Lieferung nach Hause.
Today’s German focus: sie habe eine Verantwortung = she has a responsibility. Vocabulary: der Bericht (report), die Regel (rule), das Konto (account).
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A1 German News | Can Europe Build a Space Giant?
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In this episode: A French space company raises a huge funding round as Europe asks whether it can keep up in space. Also: A large study finds very hot tea and coffee can sharply raise the risk of one kind of throat cancer.
Heute: Raumfahrt-Firma bekommt viel Geld · Sehr heiße Getränke erhöhen Risiko.
Today’s German focus: können das Risiko verdreifachen = can triple the risk. Vocabulary: das Getränk (drink), senken (to...
A1 German News | Can ASML's $400M Machines Lift Chip Output 40%?
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In this episode: Top chipmakers are adopting ASML's $400 million machines and a key chipmaking change that could lift output by 40%. Also: A new study says EV batteries often keep about 90% of their capacity after 150,000 kilometers.
Heute: ASML-Maschinen und mehr Chips · E-Auto-Batterien halten länger.
Today’s German focus: wollen = to want. Vocabulary: das Muster (pattern), der Wert (value), das Alter (age).
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A1 German News | Indonesia Volcano Cuts Off 1,558 Flights
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In this episode: A volcano in Indonesia shuts airports, cancels 1,558 flights, and strands 170,000 passengers. Also: Australia plans a law that could let people switch off social media algorithms.
Heute: Vulkan stoppt viele Flüge · Australien plant neue Regeln.
Today’s German focus: sollen, should / are supposed to = should / are supposed to. Vocabulary: der Flug (flight), die Asche (ash), der Vulkan (volcano).
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A1 German News | Can Isar Aerospace Open Space for Europe?
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In this episode: A German company launches Europe's first fully commercial orbital rocket from Norway, and reaches orbit in just seven minutes. Also: The United Nations backs a new world map that shows Africa's real size more accurately than the old Mercator map.
Heute: Deutsche Firma startet Rakete · UNO unterstützt neue Weltkarte.
Today’s German focus: in die Umlaufbahn kommen, to enter orbit = to enter orbit. Vocabulary: Umlaufbahn (orbit), starten (to launch), bauen (to bui...
A1 German News | Can Bangladesh's Floating Schools Keep Kids in Class?
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In this episode: A boat school in Bangladesh helps children reach class during floods and muddy roads. Also: Flock surveillance cameras face rare bipartisan pushback over tracking, misuse, and privacy concerns.
Heute: Schule auf dem Wasser · Ärger um Kameras.
Today’s German focus: müssen, must / have to = must / have to. Vocabulary: Kennzeichen (license plate), Kauf (purchase), Widerstand (resistance).
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A1 German News | After 8 Years, BepiColombo Reaches Mercury's Final Stretch
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In this episode: A spacecraft reaches the final stretch of an eight-year trip to Mercury, after many flybys and course changes. Also: Volkswagen approves another huge job cut plan as sales fall and competition stays fierce.
Heute: BepiColombo ist fast bei Merkur · Volkswagen streicht viele Jobs.
Today’s German focus: ist = is. Vocabulary: die Sonde (space probe), die Bahn (orbit), der Antrieb (propulsion).
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A1 German News | Australia's Data Centre Boom Faces a Cost Question
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In this episode: Australia's fast-growing data centres bring noise, power use, and big questions about water, energy, and whether the benefits are worth it. Also: The Japanese yen jumps more than 2% as markets bet the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates soon.
Heute: Rechenzentren wachsen schnell · Yen steigt stark.
Today’s German focus: müssen to have to / must = to have to / must. Vocabulary: das Rechenzentrum (data centre), das Brummen (a humming sound), sich f...
A1 German News | Can Zeekr Win North America's Car Market?
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In this episode: A Chinese EV maker wants to sell cars in Canada, with lower tariffs and strong competition from Tesla, GM, and Ford. Also: MapQuest becomes the top free app after refusing to rename Lake Ontario and launching a name tool.
Heute: Zeekr will nach Kanada · MapQuest bleibt beim Namen.
Today’s German focus: können = can. Vocabulary: die Abgabe (duty), billig (cheap), der Name (name).
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A1 German News | Why the FTC Is Suing Amazon Over Ads
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In this episode: The FTC says Amazon secretly changed ad auction prices and may have overcharged advertisers for years. Also: A farming family uses vending machines to sell fresh milk and local food in rural villages.
Heute: Amazon hat Ärger mit Anzeigenpreisen · Milchautomaten bringen frisches Essen.
Today’s German focus: müssen ... haben (need to have) = need to have. Vocabulary: der Automat (vending machine), der Preis (price), verkaufen (to sell).
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A1 German News | Heart Disease Gets a Fast New AI Check
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In this episode: Researchers say El Niño is now stronger than at any point in the last 1,000 years, based on coral records from the Galápagos. Also: Doctors unveil a new ECG-based tool that can spot signs of heart disease in less than two seconds.
Heute: El Niño ist jetzt sehr stark · Neues KI-Werkzeug für Herzkrankheiten.
Today’s German focus: können = can. Vocabulary: die Koralle (coral), die Trockenheit (drought), das Klima (cli...
A1 German News | Are Homeowners Paying the Price for Cash Claims?
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In this episode: Three countries meet in Istanbul for their first talks since a new defence deal, with security, military cooperation, and a new committee on the agenda. Also: Australia's regulator warns that cash insurance payouts after storm damage can leave homeowners paying extra for repairs themselves.
Heute: Treffen in Istanbul · Australien warnt vor Cash-Zahlungen.
Today’s German focus: müssen = must; have to. Vocabulary: die Aufsicht (regulator; supervision), der Kostenvoranschlag (estimate; quote), die Repara...
A1 German News | Can Cara Severino Be Found Safe After Nepal Floods?
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In this episode: A missing Australian woman is found alive after heavy floods in Nepal, bringing relief but leaving other families still worried. Also: UK experts warn that slow network upgrades and more AI traffic could leave the country falling behind in the tech race.
Heute: Frau in Nepal lebend gefunden · Britanniens Netz wird zu langsam.
Today’s German focus: muss eine Antwort geben, must give an answer = must give an answer. Vocabulary: das Netz...
A1 German News | Berlin Refuses to Pay Hackers
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In this episode: Cambodia says it has stopped big scam compounds, but Amnesty and experts doubt the claim and want proof. Also: Berlin says hackers stole data and demand a ransom, but the city says it will not pay.
Heute: Kambodscha sagt: keine großen Betrugsorte · Berlin zahlt kein Lösegeld.
Today’s German focus: müssen, must / have to = must / have to. Vocabulary: der Ort (place), das Land (country), die Erklärung (statement).
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A1 German News | Can Gilead's New HIV Pill Simplify Treatment?
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In this episode: The FDA approves a once-daily HIV pill from Gilead for some adults whose virus is already under control, and who may want simpler treatment. Also: American Airlines adds seven new international routes for 2027, including flights to European cities and a fourth daily JFK-London service.
Heute: Neue HIV-Pille von Gilead · American hat sieben neue Flüge.
Today’s German focus: kann fliegen = can fly. Vocabulary: der Flugplan (flight schedule), die Reichweite (range), das Zi...
A1 German News | Can Iceland's EU Vote Be Decided by Fish?
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In this episode: Iceland votes on whether to restart EU talks, and fish, jobs, and security are all part of the debate. Also: Nvidia posts huge revenue growth as demand for AI chips keeps soaring.
Heute: Island stimmt über EU · Nvidia meldet starke Zahlen.
Today’s German focus: brauchen ... zu (to need to) = to need to. Vocabulary: die Abstimmung (vote), die Fischgründe (fishing waters), die Zustimmung (approval).
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A1 German News | Can Iceland's EU Vote Be Decided by Fish?
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In this episode: Iceland votes on whether to reopen EU talks, with fish and fishing rights at the center of a very close debate. Also: Nvidia reports another huge rise in revenue as demand for AI chips keeps growing.
Heute: Island stimmt über EU-Gespräche ab · Nvidia meldet starke Zahlen.
Today’s German focus: wollen = to want. Vocabulary: die Fischerei (fishing), die Gewässer (waters), schützen (to protect).
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A1 German News | Why 33 Million Households Face Higher Winter Bills
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In this episode: Millions of households may pay more for energy this winter as the price cap rises and fixed tariffs stay protected. Also: Brazil's data regulator fines TikTok's owner nearly $30m and orders illegally collected child data to be erased.
Heute: Winterpreise steigen für viele Haushalte · Brasilien bestraft TikTok für Kinderdaten.
Today’s German focus: sollen + Infinitiv, to be supposed to / expected to = to be supposed to / expected to. Vocabulary: das Kind (c...
A1 German News | Will Shein Hit Almost $27bn in Hong Kong?
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In this episode: Shein plans a Hong Kong stock market debut and a near $27bn valuation, after failed tries in the US and London. Also: A Stanford study says AI is hitting entry-level jobs hardest, with young workers in exposed occupations seeing weaker employment.
Heute: Shein startet in Hongkong · KI trifft junge Jobs.
Today’s German focus: ist = is. Vocabulary: die Börse (stock exchange), der Börsengang (initial public offering), die Lieferkette (supply chain...
A1 German News | Why Are Drownings Rising in France?
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In this episode: Dating apps are losing users as people miss real-life connection. Also: France links a sharp rise in drownings to dangerous heatwaves and unsafe swimming spots.
Heute: Dating-Apps verlieren Nutzer · Frankreich meldet mehr Ertrinkungsfälle.
Today’s German focus: sicherer machen, to make safer = to make safer. Vocabulary: Hitzewelle (heatwave), Ort (place), sicher (safe).
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