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B1 30-C2 90
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A2+
B1
B1+
B2
B2+
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C1+
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Difficulty: B1 - C1+
B1
The Young King, the Enchantress and the Silent Lake
A king believes his wife loves him, until two whispering maids reveal her dark secret. She turns half his body to marble and his city to a lake. Can a stranger set everything right?
Listening (1.8 minutes)
B1+
The Physician Douban and the King's Magic Polo Stick
A Greek king covered in painful sores has lost all hope, until a stranger arrives with a strange cure hidden inside a polo stick. But a jealous vizier is already whispering doubts.
Listening (2.0 minutes)
B2+
Alexander Stubb on Today's Security Threats and the Warsaw Security Forum
Former Finnish Prime Minister Alexander Stubb explains why he sees liberal internationalism under threat and compares today's East-West tensions to the Cold War. He also shares three reasons he rates the Warsaw Security Forum so highly.
Listening (1.5 minutes)
B2+
A Commander's Plan to Block, Blunt and Break an Attack
At the Warsaw Security Forum, a military leader sets out a three-step theory of victory. Hear how land, air, sea, space and cyber forces would work together to stop an enemy assault on Alliance territory.
Listening (0.9 minutes)
B2+
Trump Says Ukraine Needs a New Leader and Blames Zelenskyy for Diesel Prices
After announcing a deal to buy Russian diesel, Trump turned on Ukraine's president and blamed him for high fuel costs. Europe's leaders are alarmed, and Russian bombs fell on homes the same day.
Listening (1.9 minutes)
B2
Pride and Prejudice: Elizabeth, Darcy, and a Love Story Born from Mistakes
A proud rich man insults Elizabeth at a village dance, and she decides to dislike him forever. But a letter, a scandal and many misjudgements change everything in Jane Austen's classic novel.
Listening (1.9 minutes)
B1
A Drunk Driver Hands a Tired Officer a Mirror
A speeding driver gets pulled over by an exhausted police officer, and a mix-up with a small square object leads to a surprising ending. Listen to this short, funny story and catch the joke.
Listening (1.0 minutes)
B1
Arsene Lupin Faces Danger in a Paris Hotel Room
A wealthy man, a mysterious intruder, and a loaded gun — this classic French thriller will keep you guessing from the very first scene.
Listening (2.1 minutes)
B2
Kafka's Metamorphosis and What It Reveals About Family
What would happen if the person holding your family together suddenly became a burden? Kafka's strange, haunting story asks a question that feels uncomfortably close to home.
Listening (2.0 minutes)
B2
Ukraine Claims Strikes Disabled Half of Russia's Oil Refining Capacity
Ukraine's Defense Ministry announced that its long-range strikes have disabled fifty-one percent of Russia's oil refining capacity, a claim assessed by Ukrainian intelligence, the General Staff, and the Defense Ministry. Targeted refineries span major Russian cities including Moscow, Yaroslavl, and Perm, with some facilities hit up to fifteen times since the war began. In a rare admission, President Putin acknowledged the strikes cost Russia roughly one percent of its GDP. The sustained damage has forced Russian refiners into emergency repair cycles, lowered fuel quality standards, and prompted Russia to ban diesel exports, pushing global prices higher. Inside Russia, the impact is visible at petrol stations, where drivers have waited up to forty hours for fuel.
Listening (2.2 minutes)
B1+
Beginner's Guide to Healthy Keto and Ketosis
This beginner's video explains the basics of keto and healthy ketosis, focusing on burning fat for fuel and prioritizing health before weight loss.
Listening (1.6 minutes)
C1
My Career Advice For Anyone Feeling Stuck In Life
The speaker reflects on spending their 20s in unskilled jobs without positive influence, the risk of being laid off with no specialized skills, and how encouragement from their wife motivated them to learn programming and transition into software development.
Listening (1.7 minutes)
C1+
Tackling Fraud to Protect Taxpayers and Restore Trust
This transcript discusses the U.S. administration's vigorous efforts to combat fraud, led by President and Vice President initiatives. It highlights the identification of $230 billion in fraud, the aggressive actions taken against fraudsters, and the importance of restoring trust and protecting taxpayers. The administration aims to continue saving taxpayers' money and punishing those involved in fraud.
Listening (1.4 minutes)
B1+
Spain Wins 2026 FIFA World Cup, Beating Argentina 1-0 in Extra Time
Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup on July 19 by beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. The tournament was held in the US, Mexico, and Canada with 48 teams. Lionel Messi played his last World Cup. The final had special shows and big brand competitions between Adidas and Nike. Many brands celebrated Spain’s victory on social media.
Listening (4.1 minutes)
B1+
Sagrada Família's Tower of Jesus Christ Completed, Now the Tallest Church in the World
After 144 years, the Sagrada Família's Tower of Jesus Christ was completed in February 2026. The tower is 172.5 meters tall, making the basilica the tallest church in the world. The tower will be blessed by Pope Leo XIV in June 2026, marking 100 years since architect Antoni Gaudí's death. Construction continues on other parts of the church, with full completion expected around 2036.
Listening (4.6 minutes)