This month's news lessons – Page 3

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The man who unwittingly became a meme

How did a photo of a Spanish man become an internet meme with over two billion views? Read and find out.
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Business News Lessons: A four, five, or six-day working week?

History and science show that it is high time companies moved to a 4-day work week. Will the bosses listen?
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A living room on a skateboard: how electric vehicles are redefining the car

What does the move to electric mean for the car industry and the average user? Read and find out.
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The beginner’s guide to loving exercise

Engage your students in a lesson about building an effective, and lasting, fitness routine.
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As the jubilee bunting comes down, what next for the Queen’s reign?

Ever wondered what happens if Queen Elizabeth is incapable of performing her royal duties? Read to find out.
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Business News Lessons: There’s probably an app for that – new solutions for old problems

One person’s struggle to transport their dog across the US shows the rise of the gig economy.
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Parents struggle to keep up with children’s career options

Read about the parents’ struggle to understand the jobs their children will likely take on in the future.
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Silent salons: why people are choosing to keep quiet at the hairdresser

More and more people choose the silent service at their beauty salons. Read to find out why.
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Stand-up comedy course for men at risk of suicide

Can comedy help improve the mental health of vulnerable adults? Read and find out.
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Why are American national parks filled with plastic?

America’s most scenic locations are littered with single-use plastic. How can this be stopped?
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Business News Lessons: Second-hand, vintage, sustainable - the clothes revolution

Read about changes within the clothing retail industry and what drives clothes buying habits across different age groups.
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Business News Lessons: Quick Loans for Mexican Businesses

September 2020: Businesses in Mexico may obtain quick loans to finance their companies during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Business News Lessons: Keeping up with technology – what managers and executives need to know

August 2020: Managers and executives are turning to online courses to improve their digital skills.
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Business News Lessons: Cyber Security - the danger may be closer to home

July 2020: In this lesson, available at two levels, students research cyber security and present ideas for implementing it in a company.
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2nd July 2020: How Mongolia’s nomads are adapting to big city life

Travelling herders are moving to the Mongolian capital, but they’re having trouble with urban ways.
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Business News Lessons: Artificial or human intelligence: Which will drive future innovation?

June 2020: In this lesson, available at two levels, students research an innovative area of technology and present its current state and possible future development.
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Business News Lessons: Will we be eating meat-free burgers?

May 2020: In this lesson, available at two levels, students discuss starting a new business and how to market its product or products.
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Business News Lessons: The changing image of Goldman Sachs

April 2020: In this lesson, available at two levels, students will read a business article and learn or revise some business collocations.
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Business News Lessons: Debate skills for women in the workplace

March 2020: In this lesson, available at two levels, students will read a business article and look at the language necessary to understand and talk about the article.
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Business News Lessons: How a sabbatical can benefit you — and your employer

February 2020: In this lesson, available at two levels, students read an authentic article from the Financial Times and look at the language associated with the benefits of taking time off work.