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----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- Topic: Mom Sells Tomatoes as Her Son Seeks Tennis Titles It should have been one of the happiest times of Yu Te Tseng’s life. But Tseng, the father of the world’s best male junior tennis player, lowered his head and put his right hand to his eyes, trying to stem the flow of tears. 這本該是曾育德一生中最幸福的時刻之一。但這位世界最佳青少年男子網球手的父親，卻低下了頭，把右手放到眼睛上，努力想要止住淚流。 He was sitting in a garden at the United States Open in September after his son, Chun Hsin, had won another big match. But while a friend patted him on the back, Tseng needed more than a minute to compose himself and explain his sadness. 那是9月在美網的球場，兒子俊欣又贏了一場大賽之後。當一位朋友拍了拍他的背時，曾育德用了不止一分鐘來收拾情緒，解釋他為何傷心。 For years, Tseng has coached his son, 17, who plans to turn professional at a tournament in Hong Kong at the end of the month. For years, father and son have traveled the globe while Chun Hsin, also known as Jason, soared from a working class background in Taipei, Taiwan, to the top of the junior tennis rankings. 多年來，曾育德一直給兒子當教練，17歲的他計劃在那個月底的香港錦標賽上轉為職業球員。多年來，父子二人輾轉世界各地，兒子俊欣（英文名Jason）從台北的工薪階層背景，躍至青少年網球排名的冠軍。 He tore through the competition in 2018, reaching the final of the Australian Open junior singles tournament in January and winning the French Open junior title in June and Wimbledon’s in July. He was also a semifinalist in the U.S. Open boys event, and finished the year as the No. 1 junior. 2018年的賽事他一路過關斬將，1月份殺進澳洲網球公開賽青少年組男單決賽，6月份贏得法國網球公開賽青少年組男單冠軍，7月份溫布頓奪冠。他還是美國網球公開賽青少年組的半決賽選手，年終成為世界排名第一的青少年選手。 But while he was achieving all that with his father by his side, Tseng’s mother remained in Taipei, running the family’s small food stand and looking after his 15-year-old brother, Yun Di Tseng. 在父親的陪伴下取得所有這些成績的同時，他的母親仍在台北，一邊料理家裡的小吃攤，一邊照顧他15歲的弟弟曾允帝。 For his mother, Chung Han Tsai, the heavy workload has taken a toll.The family owns a stall at the Lehua night market in Taipei, where they sell tanghulu, a treat made of glazed fruit and tomatoes on a stick. They stay on their feet from 4 p.m. until 1 a.m., with hardly a moment to spare for a break. 對母親蔡仲涵來說，工作的重擔讓她付出了代價。一家人在台北樂華夜市有個小攤位，他們在那裡賣糖葫蘆，這是一種用蜜餞和串在棍子上的番茄製成的小吃。他們從下午4點一直站到凌晨1點，幾乎沒有片刻的休息。 Tseng first played tennis at age 5 with his father, who likes to be called Ed. Within a few years, Jason had demonstrated unusual talent, and his father discovered that his night job was suddenly an advantage. It enabled him to train his son during the day. 曾俊欣第一次打網球是5歲時和父親，後者喜歡別人叫他埃德(Ed)。短短几年裡，曾俊欣就展現出了不同尋常的天賦，他的父親發現自己的夜間工作突然成為了優勢。這份工作能讓他白天訓練兒子。 On a typical day, Ed Tseng would work at the night market and get to sleep around 2 a.m. He would wake up three and a half hours later for early-morning practices, after which he and his son would return home, shower and prepare for school. The father would then sleep a bit more before rejoining his son for afternoon practice. Then it was back to work with his wife. 通常，曾育德晚上在夜市上班，然後凌晨兩點左右上床睡覺。三個半小時後，他要起床去進行晨練，之後他和兒子回家，洗澡、準備上學。曾育德會再補一點覺，然後下午再和兒子一起練球。之後就和妻子再回去上班。 On some nights, Jason and his brother would make the five-minute walk from their home to join their parents at the market, doing their homework there or pitching in by peeling tomatoes. But Jason’s focus and dreams were always on tennis.“In that moment, I don’t have a lot of time to go out with friends and do relaxing things,” he said. “I was always working, working. That is how the professional player has to do it.” 在有些晚上，曾俊欣和弟弟會從家裡走路五分鐘，去夜市和父母在一起，他們在那裡做功課，或是幫忙給番茄剝皮。但曾俊欣的關注點和夢想一直都是網球。「在那一刻，我沒有很多時間和朋友出去玩、放鬆，」他說。「我一直都在練球、練球。這就是職業球員必須要做的。」 Jason Tseng said he does not really like the treats his parents sell. He prefers ice cream, although he eliminated it from his training diet. He indulged in his favorite treat twice recently, though: to celebrate winning the French Open and Wimbledon junior titles. 曾俊欣說，他不怎麼喜歡父母賣的那些小吃。他更喜歡冰激淋，儘管他把它從訓練飲食裡去掉了。但近期，他放縱地吃了兩次自己最愛的零食：為了慶祝自己獲得法國公開賽和溫布頓青少年冠軍。 Tsai could not make those trips. She remained in Taipei, selling tanghulu. But when Jason plays, Ed sends her updates. In a recent email, he said his wife told him that Jason’s victories buoyed her spirit, making her stand stronger in the moment. 蔡仲涵不能一起前往巡迴賽。她得留在台北賣糖葫蘆。但每當曾俊欣打球時，埃德會發給她最新情況。在近期的一封郵件裡，他說妻子告訴他，曾俊欣的勝利激勵了她的精神，讓她變得更堅強。 But the arrangement is no longer tenable with her physical condition. Tsai needs rest to recover, and Ed said this week that in the spring, the family plans to s

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----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 我們過去介紹了好多好多運動品牌，但你最近在街上有沒有發現越來越多人腳上穿著一款有著「小人站立」標誌、鞋底看起來很特別的鞋子呢？本週的《英語咖啡館》John老師和Patrick老師將帶大家一探這個正在崛起的瑞士品牌跑鞋「ON」！ 「ON」這個品牌有什麼特別之處？為何能從小眾品牌一躍成為全球熱門鞋款，甚至吸引網球巨星費德勒投資入股？獨特的「Cloud Tech」技術究竟是什麼？穿起來真的像「跑 在雲上」嗎？除了解析這個引人注目的品牌故事外，本集還會分享幾個超實用的英文慣用語，幫助15Mins fam在日常溝通中更能「put your best foot forward」！ We've introduced many sports brands in the past, but have you noticed more and more people on the streets wearing shoes with a "standing person" logo and distinctive soles? This week on English Cafe Patrick and I will explore the rising Swiss running shoe brand "ON"! What makes the "ON" brand special? How did it transform from a niche brand into globally popular footwear, even attracting investment from tennis legend Roger Federer? What exactly is the unique "Cloud Tech" technology? Does it really feel like "running on clouds"? Besides analyzing this fascinating brand story, this episode will also share several super useful English idioms to help the 15Mins family "put your best foot forward" in your daily English communication!

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K963: AI Giants Clash: Musk's Grok-3 Disrupts the Field Highlights 主題摘要：Elon Musk's new AI model Grok-3 is very good at math and science problems, competing with other top AI systems from big technology companies.There is a personal fight between Musk and OpenAI's leader Sam Altman that started when Musk left the company he helped create.The two AI systems show different ideas about artificial intelligence - one focuses on real-time data while the other is better at language and creative tasks. Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup xAI has launched Grok-3, establishing a powerful new competitor in the AI landscape. Released in February 2025, this latest model marks a dramatic improvement over its predecessor, having been trained with ten times more computing power. According to benchmark tests, Grok-3 excels in mathematical reasoning, science, and coding—outperforming models from Google, Anthropic, and Meta on the Artificial Analysis Quality Index. While it still ranks below OpenAI's o3 model and DeepSeek-R1 in overall capabilities, its specialized strengths have captured industry attention. 伊隆．馬斯克的人工智慧新創公司 xAI 推出了 Grok-3，在 AI 領域建立了一個強大的新競爭者。這款於 2025 年 2 月發布的最新模型較其前身有顯著提升，採用了十倍於前代的運算能力進行訓練。根據基準測試，Grok-3 在數學推理、科學和程式編碼方面表現出色——在人工分析品質指數（Artificial Analysis Quality Index）上超越了來自 Google, Anthropic 和 Meta 的模型。儘管在整體能力上仍排在 OpenAI 的 o3 模型和 DeepSeek-R1 之後，但其專業優勢已吸引了業界的關注。 The model's release intensifies the ongoing rivalry between Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Their conflict has deep roots—Musk co-founded OpenAI in 2015 but departed its board in 2018, citing conflicts with his AI work at Tesla. Since then, he has become one of OpenAI's fiercest critics. In 2024, Musk sued the organization, alleging it had abandoned its original nonprofit mission in favor of commercial interests, particularly through its Microsoft partnership. The tension escalated dramatically in early 2025 when Musk attempted to acquire OpenAI's nonprofit arm for $97.4 billion. Altman rejected this offer and countered with a provocative $9.74 billion bid to purchase X, Musk's social media platform—just a fraction of Musk's offer and clearly intended as a pointed rebuke. 這款模型的發布加劇了馬斯克與 OpenAI 執行長山姆．阿特曼之間的持續競爭。他們的衝突由來已久——馬斯克於 2015 年共同創立了 OpenAI，但在 2018 年離開了董事會，理由是與他在特斯拉的 AI 工作存在衝突。從那時起，他成為了 OpenAI 最激烈的批評者之一。2024 年，馬斯克起訴了該組織，指控其放棄了原本的非營利使命，轉而追求商業利益，特別是通過與微軟的合作這點。2025 年初，緊張局勢急劇升溫，當時馬斯克試圖以 974 億美元收購 OpenAI 的非營利部門。阿特曼拒絕了這個提議，並以 97.4 億美元反要購買馬斯克的社交媒體平台 X——這僅是馬斯克出價的一小部分，明顯意在給以尖銳的反擊。 The technical differences between Grok-3 and GPT-4 reflect divergent visions for AI development. Grok-3 emphasizes real-time data access and social media integration, making it particularly effective for technical problem-solving. Its innovative features include DeepSearch, which pulls live information from the web and X platform, and Big Brain Mode, designed for complex reasoning tasks. In direct comparisons, Grok-3 outscored GPT-4o in the AIME 2025 mathematics competition and on the GPQA science benchmark, cementing its reputation for STEM excellence. Grok-3 和 GPT-4 之間的技術差異反映了 AI 發展的不同願景。Grok-3 強調即時數據訪問和社交媒體整合，使其在技術問題解決方面特別有效。其創新功能包括 DeepSearch，可從網絡和 X 平台獲取即時信息，以及為複雜推理任務設計的進階推理模式（Big Brain Mode）。在直接比較中，Grok-3 在 2025 年美國數學邀請賽（AIME 2025）和 GPQA 科學基準測試中的得分超過了 GPT-4o，鞏固了其在 STEM （理科）領域的卓越聲譽。 GPT-4, meanwhile, continues to dominate in language understanding, creative content generation, and multimodal processing. It delivers more natural and structured responses across various topics and maintains widespread adoption in business, education, and content creation. OpenAI emphasizes its commitment to responsible AI guidelines and accuracy, positioning GPT-4 as the more measured, versatile option for general applications. 與此同時，GPT-4 在語言理解、創意內容生成和多模態處理方面繼續占據主導地位。它能夠在各種主題上提供更自然、更有結構的回應，並在商業、教育和內容創作領域保持廣泛應用。OpenAI 強調其負責任的 AI 準則和對精確性的承諾，將 GPT-4 定位為一個更為穩健、多用途的通用應用選擇。 The contrasting approaches of these AI systems reflect a fundamental question about artificial intelligence's future: should it function primarily as a corporate asset or an open tool? As xAI's Grok-3 continues to evolve—with Musk promising improvements "literally every day"—and OpenAI refines its models, this philosophical divide may shape the entire AI industry. For users, the competition delivers more options and specialized capabilit

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- Topic: Covid ’vaccination persuasion’ teams reap rewards in Turkey A coronavirus "vaccination persuasion" initiative is gearing up to be rolled out across Turkey after proving a resounding success in a district in the country’s south-east. 一項新冠病毒「接種疫苗勸說」倡議在土耳其東南部一個地區證明成效卓著後，正加緊在全國各地推出。 Since February, doctors and healthcare workers in the mainly Kurdish city of Adıyaman have been calling people in age groups already eligible for the vaccine to ask why they have not come to clinics for appointments. 醫師和醫護人員2月起在以庫德族為主的阿德亞曼市，打電話給符合接種年齡資格的族群，詢問他們為什麼沒有到診所預約接種。 Then, equipped with cooler boxes full of vaccine vials, they fan out across the rural area to visit patients who are still reluctant. 然後，他們帶著裝滿疫苗針劑的保冷箱，在這個鄉村地區四處拜訪仍不願去接種疫苗的患者。 It is working, boosting the vaccine take-up rate among the 250,000 strong population scattered across the province’s central district by nearly 30%. 此舉確實發揮作用，將散佈該省中心地區約25萬人口的疫苗接種率，提高了將近30%。Source article: https://features.ltn.com.tw/english/article/paper/1452359; Next Article Topic: Prehistoric settlement in Turkey bears telltale signs of modern woes Overcrowding. Violence. Infectious diseases. Environmental degradation. It may sound like the worst of modern mega-cities. 過度擁擠、暴力、傳染性疾病、環境惡化，這聽起來就像是最惡劣的現代巨型都市。 But people encountered these very same problems when the first large settlements were being established millennia ago as humans began to swap a nomadic hunter-gatherer existence for a lifestyle centered on farming, scientists said on June 17, based on findings from a prehistoric site in south-central Turkey. 不過，科學家在六月十七日指出，根據土耳其中南部一處史前遺址發現的證據顯示，人們早在幾千年前建立最初的大型聚落時，就遭遇過這些類似的問題，人類當時正開始從遊牧式狩獵採集的生活型態轉換成農牧為主的生活方式。 The researchers examined 742 human skeletons unearthed at the prehistoric ruins of Catalhoyuk, inhabited from 9,100 to 7,950 years ago during a pivotal time in human evolution, for clues about what life was like at one of the earliest sizable settlements in the archeological record. At its peak, 3,500 to 8,000 people lived there, with the researchers calling it a “proto-city.” 研究人員檢驗「加泰土丘」史前遺跡出土的七百四十二具人類骨骸，希望能找到線索，拼湊出人類當初在這處大型聚落中生活的樣貌。加泰土丘是考古紀錄中年代最早的一處大型聚落遺址，人類在九千一百年前到七千九百五十年前居住於此，當時正好是人類演化的關鍵時刻。在巔峰時期，當地約有三千五百到八千位居民，研究人員遂稱此地為一個「原始城市」。 The residents experienced a high rate of infections, as seen in their teeth and bones, probably caused by diseases spreading in crowded conditions amid challenges to proper hygiene, the researchers said. Overcrowding may have contributed to interpersonal violence. Many skulls bore evidence of healed fractures to the top or back of the cranium, some with multiple injuries. 研究人員表示，居民的牙齒跟骸骨顯示他們遭到感染的比例相當高，可能是因為擁擠的生活條件，難以維持良好衛生，使得疾病於其中散播。過度擁擠也可能導致人與人之間發生暴力行為。證據在於，許多頭骨在頭蓋骨上方或後腦處可見癒合後的骨裂痕跡，有些頭骨還有多處損傷。 The shape of these injuries indicates they may have been caused by hard clay balls found at Catalhoyuk that researchers suspect were used as projectiles from a sling weapon. “A key message that people will take from these findings is that our current behaviors have deep roots in the history of humankind,” said Ohio State University biological anthropologist Clark Spencer Larsen, who led the study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. 從形狀研判，這些損傷可能是遭到堅硬的黏土球體撞擊而導致。研究人員懷疑，在加泰土丘發現的黏土球當時可能被用來當作投石器或彈弓的子彈。「人們從這些發現中獲得的關鍵訊息就是，我們目前的行為模式在人類歷史中有著很深的根源，」俄亥俄州立大學的生物人類學家克拉克‧史賓瑟‧拉爾森這麼說，他是這篇發表於《美國國家科學院院刊》研究的主持人。 “The people living in this community faced challenges of life in settlements addressing fundamental issues: what to eat, who produces the food, how is the food distributed, what are the social norms for division of labor, the challenges of infection and infectious disease in settings where there is limited sanitation, the strategy of interpersonal relationships involving animosity in some instances,” Larsen added. 拉爾森補充指出：「住在這個社群中的人們，當時在聚落生活中面臨解決基礎問題的挑戰：要吃什麼、誰負責做東西吃、食物如何分配、分工的社會規範是什麼、感染和傳染性疾病在環境衛生受限的情況下帶來的挑戰，以及在某些場合中當人際關係牽涉到敵意時該採取的策略。」 As the world emerged from the last Ice Age, with warmer conditions conducive to crop domestication, there was a shift from foraging to farming beginning 10,000 to 12,000 years ago among people in numerous places. The people grew crops including wheat, barley and rye and raised sheep, goats and eventually cattle. Some homes boasted wall murals, and other art included stone figurines of animals and corpulent women. 在一萬到一萬兩千年前，隨著世界從上

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----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 美國政府今年一月實施的TikTok禁令讓眾多內容創作者流離失所，而RedNote(小紅書)這個中國平台卻因此迎來了意外的國際浪潮。為什麼創作者們選擇小紅書而非Instagram或Facebook？當美國用戶與中國用戶在同一平台相遇，會碰撞出什麼有趣的文化交流？貓咪照和"間諜"的梗又是怎麼回事？ 這集節目不僅帶你了解當前的社交媒體變革，還顯示了不同文化如何在數位世界中相遇、碰撞並互相學習。想知道小紅書能否持續吸引這波"TikTok Refugees"並成為真正的國際平台嗎？快來收聽這集精彩內容吧！ The TikTok ban implemented by the US government in January has left many content creators displaced, while the Chinese platform RedNote (Xiaohongshu or "Little Red Book") has unexpectedly welcomed an international wave of users. Why are creators choosing RedNote over Instagram or Facebook? What interesting cultural exchanges emerge when American users meet Chinese users on the same platform? And what's the story behind cat photos and "spy" memes? This episode not only explores the current social media transformation but also illustrates how different cultures meet, interact, and learn from each other in the digital world. Curious whether RedNote can continue to attract these "TikTok Refugees" and become a truly international platform? Tune in to this episode!

本集節目由【Roichen優雅椅&正脊坐墊】贊助播出 #Roichen優雅椅 坐墊+工作椅的形式呈現，獨家6度傾斜底座+升降設計+靜音輪。 #市售唯一依男女體型設計的正脊坐墊 它牌只有分大人和小孩的尺寸，但其實男女體型骨盆角度不同，需要專屬尺寸設計，市售唯一有男、女和兒童3種專屬尺寸可選購。 #獨家支撐設計 坐墊不易滑動，即使不搭配椅子，直接在地面或者平面使用，當作和室椅都可以。 #韓國第一入口網站NAVER家飾配件使用滿意高度認證 榮獲200多項專利、認證、設計以及系統認證的殊榮，其中包括紅點設計大獎、Good Design、PIN UP等獎項。 #通過SGS檢測不含有毒物質與安全性測試 最大可承受220~350公斤都可維持平穩正確的坐姿，不會形成椅墊扭曲或晃動。 重點整理： ．Roichen優雅椅67折優惠  ．Roichen正脊坐墊52折優惠  通勤家族專屬優惠 https://s.add.one/78d2fg （品牌限定優惠，請使用 Fb、Line、手機號碼 登入，即可看到專屬優惠價） ----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K959: Ramadan: Faith Through Fasting Highlights 主題摘要：Ramadan is a holy month where Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset, focusing on prayer, charity, and self-control while avoiding negative behaviors.Healthy fasting involves two important meals: suhoor before dawn for energy and iftar at sunset, with experts recommending balanced nutrition.Ramadan combines religious practice with cultural celebrations that bring communities together, creating bonds between families and neighbors. Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a sacred period when Muslims worldwide engage in daily fasting from dawn until sunset. This religious practice represents one of the Five Pillars of Islam and serves multiple purposes: it's an act of worship, a demonstration of submission to God, and a way to cultivate gratitude and self-restraint. During this month, Muslims not only abstain from food and drink but also increase their prayers, charitable activities, and Quran readings while striving to avoid negative behaviors. The spiritual essence of Ramadan focuses on purification of the soul and strengthening one's relationship with God through sacrifice and discipline. 齋戒月（Ramadan）是伊斯蘭曆法中的第九個月，是全球穆斯林從黎明到日落每日禁食的神聖時期。這種宗教習俗代表伊斯蘭教五大支柱（五功）之一，並具有多重目的：這是一種崇拜行為，表達對真主的臣服，也是培養感恩之心與自我節制的方式。在這個月中，穆斯林不僅禁絕食物和飲料，還增加祈禱、慈善活動和《古蘭經》（Quran）的誦讀，同時努力避免負面行為。齋戒月的精神實質在於透過犧牲和自律來淨化靈魂並強化與真主的關係。 The fasting routine involves two main meals: "suhoor," the pre-dawn meal that provides sustained energy throughout the day, and "iftar," which breaks the fast at sunset. Nutrition experts recommend consuming a variety of food groups during suhoor, particularly those containing fiber, protein, and healthy fats such as avocados, nuts, and hydrating fruits. For iftar, moderation is key – many begin with dates and water before enjoying a light meal, being careful not to overindulge. Those who exercise regularly might schedule their workouts just before breaking the fast or later in the evening to prevent dehydration. Experts advise listening to one's body during the fasting period and adjusting daily activities accordingly to maintain physical wellbeing alongside spiritual growth. 齋戒的日常包含兩個主要餐點：「封齋飯」（suhoor）是黎明前的餐食，提供全天持續的能量；以及「開齋飯」（iftar），即日落時結束禁食的餐點。營養專家建議在封齋飯時攝取多樣化的食物，特別是含有纖維、蛋白質和健康脂肪的食物，如酪梨、堅果和水分充足的水果。至於開齋飯，適度是關鍵——許多人首先以椰棗和水來打破禁食，然後享用清淡的餐點，小心不要過量。定期運動的人可能會安排在打破禁食前或晚間進行鍛煉，以防止脫水。專家建議在齋戒期間傾聽自己的身體反應，並相應調整日常活動，在保持身體健康的同時促進靈性成長。 Beyond its religious significance, Ramadan is characterized by rich cultural and social traditions that vary across different regions. In many countries, the month brings communities together through festive gatherings and shared meals. Egypt celebrates with colorful lanterns, special songs, and communal tents offering food and entertainment. In Indonesia, rituals differ by region, with some communities practicing symbolic cleansing or sharing meat with the less fortunate. Many Muslims in the United States gather at mosques or Islamic centers for iftar meals and prayers, creating a sense of community. These social aspects of Ramadan strengthen bonds between families, friends, and neighbors, fostering a spirit of unity and generosity. 除了宗教意義外，齋戒月還以豐富的文化和社交傳統為特色，這些傳統在不同地區各有差異。在許多國家，這個月透過節慶聚會和共享餐點將社區聚集在一起。埃及以色彩繽紛的燈籠、特別的歌曲，以及提供食物和娛樂的社區帳篷來慶祝。在印尼，儀式因地區而異，某些社區進行象徵性的淨化或與貧困者分享肉食。在美國，許多穆斯林聚集在清真寺或伊斯蘭中心進行開齋飯和祈禱，營造社區感。齋戒月的這些社交方面加強了家庭、朋友和鄰居之間的連結，培養團結和慷慨的精神。 While fasting is obligatory for adult Muslims, certain groups are exempt, including children, the elderly, pregnant or breastfeeding women, menstruating women, travelers, and those with specific medical conditions. People with chronic illnesses such as diabetes or heart disease should consult healthcare providers before fasting, especially if they take regular medication. The month concludes with Eid al-Fitr, a joyous celebration marking the end of Ram

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- Topic: As Economy Lags, Hugo Chavez's Movement Fades in Venezuela As president, Hugo Chavez lavished millions from this country’s oil boom on his home state of Barinas. But boom has turned to bust, the economy is in shambles and the love affair is over. 在總統任內，烏戈．查維茲把石油價格大好為國家帶來的收入，以超大手筆花在他的家鄉巴里納斯州。當油價從大好變成大壞，經濟陷入衰敗，戀愛也結束了。 Similar sentiments are being heard around the continent, where political dynasties are falling or under intense pressure and where protests and social unrest are on the rise. In Brazil, legislators have begun an impeachment proceeding against President Dilma Rousseff, as scores of other political leaders have become embroiled in a huge corruption scandal. 整個南美洲都能感受到類似的氛圍，政治王朝正在崩解或受到極大壓力，示威抗議和社會動盪方興未艾。 在巴西，國會議員已展開彈劾狄爾瑪．羅塞芙總統的程序，其他幾十位政治領袖也被捲入巨大的貪汙醜聞。 In Ecuador, protesters angry at President Rafael Correa have taken to the streets to demonstrate against budget cutbacks necessitated by vanishing oil revenues. And in Argentina, President Mauricio Macri was inaugurated last month after surging to a surprising win against the candidate of the Peronist party of his predecessor, Cristina Fernandez. His victory ended 12 years during which Fernandez or her late husband, Nestor Kirchner, occupied the presidential palace. 在厄瓜多，對拉斐爾．柯利亞總統不滿的抗議群眾走上街頭，表達反對因石油營收減少而必須進行的預算削減。 還有在阿根廷，毛里西奧．馬克里聲勢竄起，意外擊敗前總統克莉絲蒂娜．費南德茲所屬裴洛黨的候選人，於上個月宣誓就職。他的勝利終結了費南德茲和她的已故丈夫內斯托．基希納在總統府的十二年歲月。 The strains are being felt most keenly by leftist governments, but analysts say that something other than ideology is at work here. South America saw robust growth in the century’s first decade, thanks to a historic boom in the value of raw materials and other commodities that are sold to the rest of the world. High prices for oil, natural gas, coal, copper, gold, silver, bauxite, soy beans and other products led to steady growth, a sharp drop in poverty and an expansion of the middle class throughout the region. That growth, in turn, brought political stability, with leaders and parties being repeatedly re-elected. 左派政府感受的壓力最大，但分析家說，這其中有意識型態以外的因素在作用。南美在本世紀第一個十年出現強勁的成長，因為賣到世界其他地區的原物料和其他大宗商品行情空前地好。 石油、天然氣、煤、銅、金、銀、礬土、黃豆和其他產品的高價帶來穩定成長，貧窮大幅下降，整個區域的中產階級擴張。成長接著帶來政治穩定，政治領袖和政黨一再當選連任。 “There’s been a pretty striking continuity in many countries, in large part thanks to the commodities boom that leaders and parties have been riding,” said Michael Shifter, president of the Inter-American Dialog, a policy analysis group in Washington. “When that’s over, voters look elsewhere and for new leaders, but governing is extremely difficult because they no longer have the resources to meet the high expectations that have been generated during the commodities boom.” 華盛頓的政策分析團體「美洲對話」主席麥可．席福特說：「許多國家有很明顯的持續性，相當程度上歸因於政治領袖和政黨搭上了大宗商品行情好的便車。當榮景結束，選民望向別處，尋找新的領袖，但治國極為困難，因為他們不再握有資源來滿足大宗商品上漲時期激起的高期望。」 Source article: https://paper.udn.com/udnpaper/POH0067/291818/web/ Next Article Topic: About Crime - Come to Rio, get robbed: Brazil tourism body shares awkward Instagram post Brazil’s national tourism agency typically focuses on the city’s world-class beaches, samba-filled music scene and caipirinha-fueled parties. Violent crime is rarely listed among the attractions. 行銷里約熱內盧時，巴西國家觀光機構通常主打該市的世界級海灘、洋溢森巴音樂的地方，以及有卡琵莉亞酒催情的派對。暴力犯罪鮮少被列入魅力特點。 But in an embarrassing social media snafu this week, the Brazilian Tourist Board (Embratur) accidentally shared a critical Instagram post from a tourist who did not enjoy her stay in the so-called "Cidade Maravilhosa," or Marvelous City. 但本週一起令人尷尬的社群媒體烏龍事件中，巴西旅遊局意外地分享了一名不愛待在這個所謂「奇蹟之城」的旅客於Instagram的批評貼文。 "I just spent 3 days in Rio with my family, and in those 3 days my family and I were robbed and my 9-year-old sister witnessed a violent robbery," Instagram user "withlai" wrote in an Instagram Stories post. "I can’t recommend a visit to a city where I felt afraid of even leaving the apartment." Instagram用戶「withlai」的一則限時動態貼文寫道，「我和我的家人只花了3天在里約，而那3天當中，家人和我都被搶，我的9歲妹妹還親眼目睹了一件暴力搶案。」「我無法推薦拜訪一個我連離開公寓都會怕的城市。」 Embratur deleted the shared post on Wednesday. It said in a subsequent statement that "sharing (the post) was a mistake," adding that it had worked hard to promote a nationwide fall in crime in 2019. 巴西旅遊局週三刪了這則分享貼文。它在隨後聲明中說道，「分享（那則貼文）是個錯誤」，並補充指出，已努力宣傳全國2019年犯罪減少一事。 Safety concerns along with inconvenient flights, poor infrastructure and high costs have long held back Braz

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----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptbVIP會員想許願哪些主題？ →https://forms.gle/xyHoPydBr6LLFL9q8 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 台灣的便當文化千變萬化，從台鐵便當到自助式便當餐廳，這些店家支撐起台灣人的日常與記憶。本週的《英語咖啡館》John老師邀請了Klim老師，一起探討這個台灣人最熟悉不過的國民美食！ 您知道台鐵便當是台鐵唯一獲利的業務嗎？早期的便當是由小販在月台上叫賣的，而現在各地區的台鐵便當都有獨特風味與包裝。自助式便當餐廳又是如何計價的？為什麼有些主菜特別貴？這集節目將解開這些便當文化的小秘密！ Taiwan's bento culture is incredibly diverse, ranging from Taiwan Railway bentos to buffet-style bento restaurants. These establishments sustain both the daily lives and memories of Taiwanese people. In this week's episode of "English Café," John invites Klim to explore this quintessential Taiwanese cuisine that locals know so well! Did you know that railway bentos are Taiwan Railway's only profitable business? In earlier times, bentos were sold by hawkers on the platforms, while today each region's railway bento has its own unique flavor and packaging. How do buffet-style bento restaurants price their dishes? Why are some main dishes particularly expensive? This episode will uncover these little secrets of Taiwan's bento culture!

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K955: Fuji TV Scandal Sparks Debate on Media Ethics and Women's Rights in Japan Highlights 主題摘要：A famous Japanese star, Masahiro Nakai, faced sexual assault accusations, leading to public backlash and his entertainment industry exit.Fuji TV lost credibility after allowing Nakai to appear on air despite knowing the accusations, causing financial and leadership issues.The scandal sparked a wider debate about media ethics, women's rights, and the need for deeper reforms in Japan. The recent scandal involving Japanese entertainer Masahiro Nakai and a Fuji TV employee has sent shockwaves through the country, exposing deep-rooted issues within Japan’s media industry. Nakai, a former member of the popular boy band SMAP, was accused of sexual assault at a dinner party in 2023. Although he denied the allegations and settled the matter privately, public backlash forced him to retire from the entertainment industry. Fuji TV, which had a longstanding contract with Nakai, has faced severe criticism for allowing him to continue appearing on air despite knowing about the accusations. The scandal has raised serious concerns about corporate governance, media ethics, and the treatment of women in Japan’s entertainment sector. 近期，日本藝人中居正廣與富士電視台員工的醜聞震驚全國，揭露了日本媒體業深層的問題。中居，曾是人氣男團 SMAP 的成員，被指控在 2023 年的一場晚宴上性侵女性。儘管他否認指控並私下和解，公眾的強烈反彈仍迫使他退出演藝圈。與中居有長期合作關係的富士電視台，明知相關指控卻仍讓他持續曝光，因此遭到外界嚴厲批評。此醜聞引發了對企業治理、媒體倫理，以及日本娛樂產業中女性待遇的嚴重關切。 The fallout from the controversy has been immense, with Fuji TV losing credibility, advertisers pulling their sponsorships, and top executives stepping down. A major shareholder of Fuji Media Holdings, the broadcaster’s parent company, has called for further governance reforms, criticizing the resignation of the company’s president and chairman as insufficient. The letter also questioned the long-standing influence of Hisashi Hieda, an 87-year-old senior advisor, who has been a dominant figure in the organization for nearly four decades. In response, Fuji TV has announced a new "Revitalization and Reform Project Headquarters" led by newly appointed President Kenji Shimizu, aimed at preventing similar scandals and rebuilding public trust. 該事件帶來的衝擊波極為巨大，富士電視台信譽受損，廣告商紛紛撤資，高層管理人員相繼辭職。該電視台母公司富士媒體控股的一名大股東要求進一步改革治理結構，並批評公司總裁與董事長的辭職不足以解決問題。該股東在信中質疑現年 87 歲的資深顧問日枝久社長的長期影響力，而他近四十年來掌控著這家企業。作為回應，富士電視台宣布成立「振興與改革計畫總部」，由新任社長清水賢治領導，旨在防範類似醜聞並重建公眾信任。 Beyond its impact on Fuji TV, the scandal has ignited a broader conversation about sexual violence and gender inequality in Japan. Historically, victims of sexual assault in Japan have been pressured into silence, with a 2020 survey indicating that over 70% of such cases go unreported. Experts argue that the country’s media industry has long fostered a culture of impunity, where women have been expected to tolerate inappropriate behavior to maintain their careers. The case has also shed light on problematic social practices, such as using young women as entertainment at business gatherings. Activists see the widespread condemnation of Fuji TV and Nakai’s resignation as a potential turning point for women’s rights in Japan, marking a shift in how society perceives and responds to sexual misconduct. 此事件不僅影響富士電視台，更在全日本引發對性暴力與性別不平等的廣泛討論。日本歷來的性侵受害者往往被迫保持沉默。2020 年的一項調查顯示，超過 70% 的性侵案件未被報案。專家指出，日本媒體業長期存在縱容文化，女性往往被要求忍受不當行為才能維持職業生涯。本案也揭露了某些不當社交習慣，例如讓年輕女性在商業聚會上「陪席助興」的文化。社會運動人士認為，富士電視台遭受廣泛譴責以及中居的引退，或許標誌著日本女性權益發展的轉折點，象徵著社會對性暴力的認知與應對態度正在改變。 Despite these developments, progress remains slow. While corporate leaders have been forced to acknowledge the issue, critics argue that deeper structural reforms are needed to ensure lasting change. As Japan grapples with the implications of this scandal, the question remains: Will this moment lead to genuine transformation, or will it fade into history as just another controversy? For now, the fight for accountability and gender equality continues. 儘管改革已然上路，進程依舊緩慢。企業領袖被迫正視問題，批評者認為，只有更深層次的結構性變革才能帶來真正的改變。隨著日本社會對此醜聞的反思持續深化，關鍵問題仍然存在：這是否會成為真正的轉捩點，還是最終淪為曇花一現的風波？目前，對於問責與性別平權的抗爭仍在持續進行中。 Keyword Drills 關鍵字：Longstanding (Long-stand-ing) [adjective. existing for a long time]: Fuji TV, which had a longstanding contract with Nakai, has faced severe criticism for allowing him to continue appearing on air despite knowing about the accusations.Credibility (Cred-i-bil-i-ty) [noun. the quality

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- Topic: About Germany - Big cats’ droppings help German circus weather coronavirus crisis One creature’s droppings can be another’s treasure, as Germany’s Krone Circus is finding out during the new coronavirus pandemic. 一個生物的糞便，可能是另一個生物的寶藏，正如德國王冠馬戲團在新型冠狀病毒大流行期間所發現。 Home to 26 lions and tigers, the circus has found an unusual side income and raised money despite coronavirus-related restrictions：selling jars of big cats’ droppings. 儘管受到冠狀病毒相關的限制，這個養了26隻獅子和老虎的馬戲團發現了一種不尋常的外快並攢了錢：販售裝有大貓糞便的瓶罐。 Customers have told lion tamer Martin Lacey they swear by the stuff. 顧客告訴馴獅人馬丁．拉西，他們相信這玩意兒有用。 "I am told it keeps cats away from the garden, and since then we have learned that also it keeps the animals away from the car, where they eat all the electric cables," Lacey said. 拉西說，「我聽說這讓貓遠離花園，從此我們知道，它也能讓這些動物遠離車輛，牠們之前把裡頭所有電纜都吃掉。」 The jars sell for 5 euros each, with some of the money going towards a charity to improve the living conditions of captive animals. 每罐賣5歐元，有些錢用在慈善機構，以改善圈養動物的生活條件。 And if you don’t have a garden pest problem but find your neighbours pesky? – "Put some in the garden, and the neighbours will go away," Lacey chuckles. 而若你沒有花園動物蟲害問題，但覺得你的鄰居很討厭？—拉西竊笑表示，「放一點在花園裡，然後那些鄰居就會走開。」 Next Article Topic: Berlin brothels reopen after lockdown, but no sex allowed 柏林妓院歷經封鎖後恢復營業，但是不准性愛 Berlin’s brothels were allowed to reopen last week after months of closure due to coronavirus restrictions － but full-on sex is still off-limits. 柏林妓院因為新冠病毒防疫限制而關閉數月後，上週獲准恢復營業，但是仍然禁止全套性服務。 Instead, clients looking for sexual healing in the German capital will have to make do with erotic massages until regulations are further relaxed in September. 顧客想在這座德國首都找性愛療癒，將得先將就情趣按摩，直到9月防疫規定進一步放寬為止。 At the brothel where longtime sex worker Jana plies her trade, beds have been made, animal-print pillows fluffed and fresh flowers placed in vases. 資深性工作者雅納工作的妓院，床舖準備好了，印著動物圖紋的枕頭蓬鬆柔軟，花瓶裡也插上了鮮花。 But Jana, 49, is looking forward to next month when she can offer the full service again. 但是49歲的雅納在期待下個月恢復提供全套服務。 Sex work had been banned in Berlin since mid-March as part of efforts to control the spread of the coronavirus. 柏林自3月中起禁止性工作業，做為控制新冠病毒蔓延的一部分措施。 Source article: https://features.ltn.com.tw/english/article/paper/1394745 ; https://features.ltn.com.tw/english/article/paper/1395609 Next Article Topic: About Europe - Sausage vending machines booming in Germany Hungry Germans craving a sausage in the dead of night are increasingly turning to vending machines for their bratwurst, bockwurst, and so on. The machines are booming outside German cities where shops are less likely to stay open for long hours, according to a survey by the German Press Agency. 在深夜裡飢腸轆轆、想吃香腸的德國人，愈來愈常利用自動販賣機購買巴雷特煎腸、博克香腸等食品。德新社調查顯示，這類自動販賣機在德國城市以外的地區大幅增加，因為當地商店的營業時間沒那麼長。 Some butchers’ vending machines sell three or four types of sausages, and punnets of accompanying potato salad – so customers can buy all they need for a traditional hearty German feast anytime. 某些肉商設置的自動販賣機提供3到4種香腸，還搭配一小盒馬鈴薯沙拉，讓顧客隨時都能買到一頓豐盛的德國傳統餐點。 There are over 570,000 vending machines in Germany, but despite their popularity they are expected to complement, rather than replace traditional shops. 德國目前有逾57萬台自動販賣機，儘管廣受歡迎，人們仍認為這些販賣機只是為傳統商店增色，而非取而代之。 "Vending machines will play a complementary role in brick-and-mortar retailing," Wolfgang Kampmeier of the Berlin-Brandenburg trade association told the Berliner Zeitung newspaper. 「柏林布蘭登堡貿易協會」的沃夫岡．坎普邁耶向《柏林日報》表示：「自動販賣機將在實體商店零售業務中扮演互補角色。」 Source article: https://features.ltn.com.tw/english/article/paper/1354230 Next Article Topic: Slow music: Chord change in Germany of 639-year organ piece Hundreds of fans attended a special kind of musical happening on Sept. 5 at a church in Germany: a chord change in an organ piece that is supposed to last for an entirety of 639 years. The performance of the ORGAN2/ASLSP, or As Slow As Possible, composition began in September 2001 at the St. Burchardi Church in the eastern town of Halberstadt and is supposed to end in 2640 if all goes well. 數百名樂迷在九月五日齊聚德國一間教堂，參加一場特別的音樂活動：預計持續演奏整整六百三十九年的一首管風琴作品，在當天改變了和弦。這首名為 《ORGAN2/ASLSP》，又名《愈慢愈好》的作品，從二○○一年九月開始在德國東部小鎮哈柏斯塔的聖布爾夏迪教堂演奏。如果一切順利，演奏將會於二六四○年結束。 The music piece by the American composer John Cage is played on a special organ inside the medieval church. The last sound has been the same one for the last six years and 11 months, and

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----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- Summary: This article discusses how the market for wool in New Zealand has declined do to synthetic fibers. Although meat and Dairy exports have risen. One of the reasons for this change has also been the lack of unity in the industry. So producers should stand together and extol the virtues of wool over synthetic fibers. Full article: https://www.15mins.today/blog/581-sheep-farmers-in-new-zealand-adapt-to-changing-tastes Vocabulary and sample questions: Dairy: milk products or a small local shop( New Zealand English) Are dairy products expensive in Taiwan? What is your favorite dairy product? Can you go to the dairy and buy me some gum? Mutton : meat from a fully grown sheep (also goat in India)Is lamb more tender than mutton? Which is more expensive lamb or mutton? Pasture: land covered with grass that is suitable for feeding animals on Does New Zealand have green pastures? Are good pastures important for good quality milk? Question: Do you prefer to be "asset-rich" or "cash-poor"

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 睡覺占了我們人生三分之一的時間，但你對自己每晚躺的床墊了解多少？本週的《英語咖啡館》John 老師和 Patrick 老師帶你一窺全球頂級床墊品牌 Simmons 席夢思的百年傳奇！ 原來席夢思早在 1870 年就成立了，不僅發明了獨立筒技術，還是king size和queen size床墊的首創者！更令人驚訝的是，他們曾找來發明電燈的愛迪生和汽車大王亨利福特當代言人，難怪能成為奢華酒店的首選。本集節目兩位老師還分享了許多與床相關的英文慣用語，像是「起床氣」和「床底錢」的道地表達方式！ Sleep takes up one-third of our lives, but how much do you really know about the mattress you lie on every night? In this week's "English Café," John and Patrick take you behind the scenes of the global premium mattress brand Simmons and its century-long legacy! It turns out Simmons was established as early as 1870, not only inventing the pocketed coil technology but also pioneering king size and queen size mattresses! Even more surprising is that they once had Thomas Edison, the inventor of the light bulb, and automobile magnate Henry Ford as their spokespersons, no wonder they became the preferred choice of luxury hotels. In this episode, the two teachers also share many bed-related English idioms, including authentic expressions for "waking up on the wrong side of the bed" and "mattress money"!

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K951: Fentanyl's Deadly Path: A Three-Nation Crisis Highlights 主題摘要：The fentanyl crisis has become a major international issue, causing over 74,000 deaths in the US in 2023 and leading to trade tensions between the US, China, Mexico, and Canada.Most fentanyl enters the US through Mexico (98% of seizures), where cartels use Chinese chemicals to produce the drug in secret labs, making border control crucial.The crisis requires global cooperation, with Canada pledging $900 million for border security and India emerging as a new source of chemicals used in fentanyl production.. The United States government has intensified its efforts to combat fentanyl trafficking through unprecedented trade measures and international cooperation. President Donald Trump has recently imposed sweeping tariffs on Chinese imports, citing Beijing's alleged failure to prevent the export of chemical precursors used in fentanyl production. This move has sparked significant diplomatic tensions, with China preparing retaliatory measures while defending its strict drug control policies and insisting that the US needs to address its own domestic drug issues. 美國政府透過前所未有的貿易措施和國際合作，加強打擊芬太尼（Fentanyl）走私。川普總統最近對中國進口商品徵收全面性關稅，理由是北京未能阻止用於製造芬太尼的化學前驅物出口。此舉引發重大外交緊張，中國準備採取報復措施，同時為其嚴格的毒品管制政策辯護，並堅稱美國需要解決自身的國內毒品問題。 The fentanyl crisis continues to devastate American communities, with over 74,000 deaths reported in 2023 due to drug mixtures containing this synthetic opioid. Originally approved for medical use in the 1960s as a pain reliever, fentanyl has become particularly dangerous due to its potency – a mere two milligrams, equivalent to a pencil tip, can be lethal. The crisis is further complicated by drug dealers mixing fentanyl with other substances, often without users' knowledge, leading to unexpected overdoses. Law enforcement agencies face significant challenges in detection and interdiction due to the drug's lack of odor and the small quantities needed for distribution. 芬太尼危機持續重創美國社區，2023 年因含芬太尼的混合毒品致死人數超過 74,000 人。芬太尼最初在 1960 年代獲准作為止痛藥使用，但由於其效力極強而特別危險——僅僅兩毫克，相當於鉛筆尖大小，就可能致命。毒販將芬太尼與其他物質混合，且往往不讓使用者知情，導致意外過量，使得危機更加複雜。由於該藥物無氣味且分銷只需少量，執法機構在偵測和攔截方面面臨重大挑戰。 The trafficking route for fentanyl into the United States primarily involves a complex international supply chain. Chinese chemical companies provide the precursor chemicals to Mexican drug cartels, particularly the Sinaloa Cartel, who then manufacture the final product in clandestine laboratories. Recent data from US Customs and Border Patrol reveals that 98% of fentanyl seizures occur at the southwest border with Mexico, highlighting the significance of this trafficking corridor. In response to mounting pressure and tariff threats, Mexico has demonstrated its commitment to addressing the issue by conducting its largest-ever fentanyl seizure in December, intercepting approximately 20 million doses and pledging to deploy 10,000 additional troops to the border region. 芬太尼進入美國的走私路線主要涉及複雜的國際供應鏈。中國化工企業提供墨西哥毒品壟斷聯盟，特別是錫那羅亞州的集團所需的化學前驅物，後者再在秘密實驗室製造成品。美國海關和邊境巡邏局的最新資料顯示，98% 的芬太尼查獲都發生在美墨邊境，突顯該走私走廊的重要性。為回應日益增加的壓力和關稅威脅，墨西哥展現打擊問題的決心，在十二月進行該國有史以來最大規模的芬太尼查獲行動，截獲約 2,000 萬劑，並承諾在邊境地區增派 10,000 名部隊。 While Mexico remains the primary transit point, Canada has also emerged as a concern in the fentanyl trade. Though only 0.2% of US fentanyl seizures occur at the Canadian border, recent intelligence reports indicate that criminal organizations in Canada are increasingly involved in fentanyl production. The Canadian government has responded by pledging $900 million for enhanced border security and anti-trafficking measures, appointing a dedicated fentanyl czar, and committing to establish a joint strike force with the US. Additionally, the emergence of India as a new source of precursor chemicals has further complicated international efforts to control the fentanyl supply chain, demonstrating the adaptive nature of drug trafficking networks and the need for coordinated global action to address this crisis effectively. 雖然墨西哥仍是主要轉運點，但加拿大在芬太尼貿易中也逐漸引起關注。儘管在加美邊境的芬太尼查獲量僅佔美國查獲總量的 0.2%，但最新情報顯示，加拿大的犯罪組織越來越多涉及芬太尼生產。加拿大政府已投入 9 億美元加強邊境安全和反走私措施，任命專責的芬太尼特使，並承諾與美國建立聯合打擊部隊。此外，印度作為化學前驅物的新興來源地，進一步複雜化了國際社會控制芬太尼供應鏈的努力，凸顯毒品走私網絡的適應性，以及有效解決這場危機需要協調一致的全球行動。 Keyword Drills 關鍵字：Diplomatic (Dip-lo-mat-ic) [adjective. related to managing relationships between countri

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- Topic: Dark hair was common among Vikings, genetic study confirms They may have had a reputation for trade, braids and fearsome raids, but the Vikings were far from a single group of flaxen-haired, sea-faring Scandinavians. A genetic study of Viking-age human remains has not only confirmed that Vikings from different parts of Scandinavia set sail for different parts of the world, but has revealed that dark hair was more common among Vikings than Danes today. 維京人或許以貿易、髮辮，以及讓人聞風喪膽的燒殺擄掠聞名，但是他們並非全部來自單一群體，不只是一群亞麻色頭髮、經年航海的斯堪地那維亞人。近日一項維京時代人類遺骸的基因研究，證實維京人從斯堪地那維亞半島的不同地區揚帆航向世界各地，更透露維京人頭髮多為深色，跟今日的丹麥人相比更為普遍。 What’s more, while some were born Vikings, others adopted the culture — or perhaps had it thrust upon them. “Vikings were not restricted to blond Scandinavians,” said Eske Willerslev, a co-author of the research from the University of Cambridge and the University of Copenhagen. 更重要的是，儘管有些北歐人天生就是維京人，其他族群也會吸收維京文化──或是可能被迫接受。該研究由英國劍橋大學和丹麥哥本哈根大學合作，共同作者之一艾斯克‧威勒斯列夫指出：「維京人並非僅限於金髮碧眼的斯堪地那維亞人。」 Writing in the journal Nature, Willerslev and colleagues report how they sequenced the genomes of 442 humans who lived across Europe between about 2,400BC and 1,600AD, with the majority from the Viking age — a period that stretched from around 750AD to 1050AD. The study also drew on existing data from more than 1,000 ancient individuals from non-Viking times, and 3,855 people living today. 在這篇刊登於《自然》期刊的研究中，威勒斯列夫和他的同事闡述他們如何定序四百四十二人的基因體。這些研究對象來自歐洲各地，大約生活在西元前兩千四百年到西元一千六百年間，其中大多數人屬於維京時代──也就是橫跨西元七百五十年到一千零五十年之間的時期。該研究也運用現有的基因資料，其中包括超過一千名並非生活在維京時代的古老人類，以及三千八百五十五名現代人。 Among their results the team found that from the iron age, southern European genes entered Denmark and then spread north, while — to a lesser extent — genes from Asia entered Sweden. “Vikings are, genetically, not purely Scandinavian,” said Willerslev. However, the team found Viking age Scandinavians were not a uniform population, but clustered into three main groups — a finding that suggests Vikings from different parts of Scandinavia did not mix very much. 在他們的研究結果中，團隊發現南歐的基因在鐵器時代進入丹麥，而後往北傳播，也有少部分來自亞洲的基因進入瑞典。威勒斯列夫指出：「維京人，從基因上來說，並非純然是斯堪地那維亞人。」另外，團隊發現維京時代的斯堪地那維亞人並非種族齊一的人口，而是由三個主要族群組成──這項發現顯示：來自斯堪地那維亞不同地區的維京人並未充分融合。 The team found these groups roughly map on to present-day Scandinavian countries, although Vikings from south-west Sweden were genetically similar to their peers in Denmark. Genetic diversity was greatest in coastal regions. Further analysis confirmed the long-standing view that most Vikings in England came from Denmark, as reflected in place names and historical records, while the Baltic region was dominated by Swedish Vikings, and Vikings from Norway ventured to Ireland, Iceland, Greenland and the Isle of Man. 團隊表示，這些族群的分布範圍大約和今日的北歐三國疆界疊合，不過瑞典西南部的維京人在基因上和丹麥維京人較為相近。基因多樣性則在沿岸地區最為顯著。進一步的分析更證實一項存在已久的學界看法：英國大多數的維京人來自丹麥，正如同地名和歷史紀錄反映出的情況，而巴爾幹地區是由瑞典維京人統治，至於挪威的維京人則冒險前往愛爾蘭、冰島、格陵蘭以及今日的英屬曼島。 However, the team says remains from Russia revealed some Vikings from Denmark also travelled east. The study also revealed raids were likely a local affair: the team found four brothers and another relative died in Salme, Estonia, in about 750AD, in what is thought could have been a raid, with others in the party likely to have been from the same part of Sweden. 不過，團隊指出，來自俄國的遺骸顯示，丹麥的維京人也曾往東方旅行。研究也透露維京人的劫掠可能只是「地方事件」：團隊發現，有四名兄弟和一名親戚，大約在西元七百五十年死於愛沙尼亞的薩爾梅，看起來是一場劫掠的結果，其他參與者可能也來自瑞典的同一個地區。 In addition, the team found two individuals from Orkney, who were buried with Viking swords, had no Scandinavian genetic ancestry. “[Being a Viking] is not a pure ethnic phenomenon, it is a lifestyle that you can adopt whether you are non-Scandinavian or Scandinavian,” said Willerslev, adding that genetic influences from abroad both before and during the Viking age might help explain why genetic variants for dark hair were relatively common among Vikings. 此外，團隊還發現兩名奧克尼群島的個體，遺骸旁有維京劍陪葬，但是這兩人沒有斯堪地那維亞的基因世系。「（身為維京人）並不是單純的人種學現象，無論你是不是斯堪地那維亞人，都可以採取這種生活方式，」威勒斯列夫補充表示，來自國外、在維京時代之前，以及該時代期間的基因影響，也許可以解釋為什麼深色頭髮的基因變異在維京人當中相對普遍。 Steve Ashby, an expert in Viking-age archaeology from the University of York, said the study confirmed what had been suspected about movement and trade in the Viking age, but also brought fresh detail. “The evidence for gene flow with southern Europe and Asia is striking, and sits well with recent research that argues for large

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----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K947: Prison Diplomacy: El Salvador's Bold Bid to House US Criminals Highlights 主題摘要：El Salvador has proposed an unprecedented agreement to house foreign criminals and US deportees in its mega-prison system, potentially changing international approaches to criminal detention.The deal includes housing convicted criminals of any nationality in El Salvador's 40,000-capacity prison facility, with El Salvador receiving payment in exchange for this service.While the proposal has garnered some support, it faces significant legal barriers as the US cannot deport its citizens, and raises serious humanitarian concerns about prison conditions.. In a groundbreaking development that has sparked international debate, El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele has offered to house foreign criminals and US deportees in the country's mega-prison system. This extraordinary proposal, announced during US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's recent visit to Central America, represents an unprecedented agreement in global migration policy that could reshape international approaches to criminal detention. 在一項引發國際爭議的突破性發展中，薩爾瓦多總統納伊布．布格磊提出願意在該國的超級監獄系統中收容外國罪犯和美國遣返人員。這項非同尋常的提議是在美國國務卿馬可．盧比歐最近訪問中美洲期間宣布的，代表著全球移民政策中前所未有的協議，可能重塑國際社會對刑事拘留的處理方式。 The centerpiece of this controversial arrangement is El Salvador's willingness to accept convicted criminals of any nationality who are currently in US custody, including members of notorious gangs like MS-13 and Tren de Aragua. President Bukele has even extended this offer to include American citizens, suggesting they could be housed in the country's Terrorism Confinement Center (CECOT), which has a capacity of 40,000 inmates. In exchange, El Salvador would receive a fee that Bukele describes as "relatively low for the US but significant for us." This financial arrangement would reportedly help sustain El Salvador's entire prison system while offering the United States a potential solution to its own overcrowded facilities. 這項具爭議性安排的核心在於薩爾瓦多願意接收目前在美國監管下任何國籍的定罪罪犯，包括臭名昭著的幫派組織如 MS-13 和阿拉瓜火車幫（Tren de Aragua）成員。布格磊總統甚至將這項提議擴大到包括美國公民，建議他們可以被關押在該國擁有 40,000 名囚犯容量的「反恐怖主義監禁中心(CECOT)」。作為交換條件，薩爾瓦多將收取布格磊形容為「對美國來說相對較低，但對我們來說意義重大」的費用。據報導，這項財務安排將有助於維持薩爾瓦多的整個監獄系統，同時為美國過度擁擠的監獄設施提供潛在解決方案。 However, this proposal has raised significant legal and humanitarian concerns among experts and advocacy groups. Legal experts, including UC Berkeley law professor Leti Volpp, have pointed out that the United States is constitutionally prohibited from deporting its own citizens, regardless of their criminal status. Human rights organizations have also expressed alarm about conditions in El Salvador's prison system, where overcrowding, inadequate sanitation, and limited access to legal resources have been documented. Since 2022, Bukele's administration has imprisoned more than 81,000 people as part of an aggressive anti-gang campaign, representing approximately 1.25% of the country's adult population. 然而，這項提議引起了專家和倡權團體對法律和人權的重大關切。包括加州大學柏克萊分校法學教授萊蒂．沃普在內的法律專家指出，美國憲法禁止驅逐本國公民，無論其犯罪狀態為何。人權組織也對薩爾瓦多監獄系統的狀況表示警惕，該系統存在擁擠、衛生設施不足以及法律資源有限等問題。自 2022 年以來，布格磊政府已在打擊幫派的強硬行動中監禁了超過 81,000 人，約佔該國成年人口的 1.25%。 Despite these concerns, the agreement has garnered support from some quarters, particularly those advocating for stricter immigration policies. The Trump administration has shown interest in the proposal, although officials acknowledge the legal complexities involved. This development comes amid a broader crackdown on immigration, with the US government intensifying efforts to detain undocumented immigrants and reduce protections for migrants already in the country. Critics argue that this agreement represents a troubling shift in international cooperation, potentially undermining human rights standards and established legal principles in both countries. Meanwhile, human rights organizations continue to document cases of arbitrary arrests, torture, and enforced disappearances within El Salvador's prison system, raising serious questions about the feasibility and ethics of such an international detention arrangement. 儘管存在這些疑慮，該協議仍獲得一些支持者的認同，特別是那些主張更嚴格移民政策的人士。川普政府對這項提議表示興趣，儘管官員們承認存在法律複雜性。這項發展正值美國政府加大力度拘留無證移民並減少對國內移民保護的整頓之際。批評者認為，這項協議代表著國際合作令人不安的一個轉變，可能破壞兩國的人權標準和既定法律原則。同時，人權組織持續記錄薩爾瓦多監獄系統中的任意逮捕、酷刑和強迫失蹤案件，對此類國際拘留安排的可行性和倫理性提出嚴重質疑。 Keyword Drills 關鍵字：Migration (Mi-gra-tion) [noun

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- The Old Pop Music Is Over. Introducing a Playbook for Pop 2.0. What pop means changes depending on what angle you’re looking from. It can be a descriptor of audience size, indicating something that’s popular, or it can be a genre tag, specifying a sound. But for much of the past three decades, these two definitions have effectively been one and the same. 「流行音樂」一詞的定義取決於從什麼角度去看它。它可以是界定受眾多寡的符號，顯示某樣東西是否熱門，也可以是一張類型標籤，用來指特定的音樂類型。然而卅年來在頗長的時間裡，這兩個定義幾乎合為一體。 You know the sort: Katy Perry’s confetti cheer, Justin Timberlake’s feather-light chirps, Lady Gaga’s exorbitant theater, Taylor Swift’s guileless guile. Music that strives for gloss, pep, ecstasy, spectacle. Often an expression of whiteness, too. A one-size-fits-all solution. 你絕對熟悉那種音樂，凱蒂佩芮五彩碎紙般的奔放歡呼，賈斯汀輕如羽毛的滑音尖唱，女神卡卡隆重奢華的戲劇效果，和泰勒絲看似無邪的使壞。那種試圖營造光鮮亮麗、活力充沛、極度狂喜，和壯觀場面的樂曲。這種音樂往往也以白人為主要受眾。一體適用的解決之道。 For a time, in the 1980s, this kind of pop music — think of Michael Jackson and Madonna — was effectively monoculture, which is why the two meanings of pop have been so tightly tethered and so difficult to disentangle. 一九八○年代有段時間，這一種流行樂——想想麥可傑克森和瑪丹娜就好——基本上完全同質。這也是流行樂兩種意義緊密相連、難捨難分的原因。 But in the past couple of years, this framework has been almost completely dismantled, owing in large part to the widespread adoption of streaming. What were once regarded merely as pop subgenres — K-pop, Latin trap, melodic hip-hop and more — have become the center of the conversation. 然而在過去這幾年裡，這個框架幾乎完全被打破，這與串流音樂廣為普及大有關係。過往僅被視為次類型的南韓流行歌、拉丁曲風、旋律嘻哈等樂種，儼然成了舞台上的主角。 This is not an arbitrary agglomeration of styles. This is Pop 2.0 — music that comes from several different scenes but works with its own distinct set of rules. It is the first time in decades that the playbook for pop success has been updated, and it has profoundly reshaped the sound of America. 這可不是武斷的類別區分。這是全新一代的流行樂。音樂來自不同文化背景，卻自有一套清楚的運作規矩。這是數十年來流行音樂的致勝攻略首度更新，而這也大大重塑了美國樂壇。 Previously, when artists from hip-hop, country or hard rock were said to be going pop, that implied they were sacrificing something essential about themselves in exchange for something plastic and transitory. Pop was a softening. A compromise. 在過去，外界若說某一嘻哈、鄉村，或硬式搖滾樂手轉向流行樂風，往往暗指他們犧牲了自己的核心特質，換取更人工化而短暫的東西。流行樂過去是軟化、妥協的同義詞。 Now, thanks to the largely frictionless internet, and the evolution in how Billboard calculates its charts — accounting for streaming data in addition to sales and radio play — these styles top the charts in unfiltered fashion. Hip-hop almost completely dominates streaming. Latin trap and reggaeton thrive on YouTube. K-pop, the dominant sound of young South Korea, has become a live-concert blockbuster and outrageously popular online worldwide. 而現在，由於網路幾乎暢行無阻，告示牌也改變了排行榜的計算方式——除唱片銷售和電台點播數字外，也計入串流量。上述的幾種音樂直截了當地名列前茅。嘻哈樂幾乎獨霸串流樂。拉美和雷鬼音樂在Youtube上隨處可見。南韓流行樂——來自南韓新生代的主流聲音，不僅橫掃全球演唱會票房，在網路上更是紅到不行。 All of that has made for Billboard charts that look vastly different than they did a decade ago and sets the template for how all of pop music will sound moving forward. 凡此種種，都使現在的告示牌排行榜和十年前看來大不相同，也替整體流行樂的前行之路定好了調。 Source article: https://paper.udn.com/udnpaper/POH0067/335845/web/#2L-14007387L Next Article Australia wins AI ’Eurovision Song Contest’ Dutch broadcaster VPRO decided to organise an AI Song Contest after the country won the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest. The aim was to research the creative abilities of AI and the impact it has on us, as well as the influence it could have on the music industry, according to the official Eurovision website. 荷蘭廣播公司VPRO決定舉辦一場AI歌曲大賽，在這個國家贏得2019年歐洲歌唱大賽後。歐洲歌唱大賽官方網站指出，（比賽的）目標是研究AI的創意能力、對我們的衝擊，以及它對音樂產業的影響。 Thirteen teams entered the contest, with Australia beating out Sweden, Belgium, the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands to take home the title, giving fans a taste of Eurovision after 2020 contest was cancelled due to COVID-19. 共有13組人馬參賽，最後由澳洲擊敗瑞典、比利時、英國、法國、德國、瑞士與荷蘭等對手，將冠軍頭銜帶回家，在2020年歐洲歌唱大賽因為2019冠狀病毒流行病（COVID-19）疫情取消後，讓歌迷一嚐大賽的滋味。 The winning song, titled Beautiful the World, includes audio samples of koalas, kookaburras and Tasmanian devils, and was made by music-tech collective Uncanny Valley as a response to the Black Summer bushfires. 獲勝曲的題目為「Beautiful the World」，含有無尾熊、笑翠鳥與袋獾的聲音樣本，由音樂技術團體「恐怖谷」製作，回應黑暗夏日的叢林大火。 Next Article Slow music: Chord change in Germany of 639-year organ piece Hundreds of fans attended a special kind of musica

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 15Mins 名人正念語錄 Inspirations Ep.15 知名自我提升大師 Famous self-development gurus 1. Dale Carnegie (Author of "How to Win Friends and Influence People") Quote: "Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy." 戴爾·卡內基（《人性的弱點》作者） 名言：「猶豫不決會滋生懷疑和恐懼。行動能建立自信和勇氣。如果你想克服恐懼，不要坐在家裡想東想西，出門去忙碌才是正道。」 Born in 1888 in Missouri, Dale Carnegie grew up in poverty on a farm. He began his career as a salesman but found his true calling in public speaking. In 1912, he rented a YMCA room to teach public speaking, developing what would become the Dale Carnegie Course. His breakthrough came in 1936 with "How to Win Friends and Influence People," which has sold over 30 million copies and been translated into 36 languages. What many don't know is that Carnegie changed his surname's spelling from "Carnagey" to match that of industrialist Andrew Carnegie, hoping to benefit from the association. His teaching method was revolutionary – instead of focusing on theory, he emphasized practical experience and learning from mistakes. He would have students speak about their failures and learn from them, creating a supportive environment for personal growth. The Dale Carnegie Training program has graduated over 8 million people worldwide. Despite his success in teaching confidence, Carnegie himself battled depression and self-doubt throughout his life, making his achievements even more remarkable. 戴爾·卡內基1888年生於密蘇里州一個貧困的農家。他最初當推銷員，後來發現自己在公眾演說方面的天賦。1912年，他租下基督教青年會的一間教室教授演說，這就是日後「戴爾·卡內基課程」的雛形。1936年出版的《人性的弱點》讓他一舉成名，該書至今銷量超過3000萬冊，翻譯成36種語言。鮮為人知的是，卡內基將姓氏拼法從「Carnagey」改成「Carnegie」，是為了讓人聯想到企業家安德魯·卡內基。他的教學方法很創新－不專注於理論，而是強調實務經驗和從錯誤中學習。他會讓學員分享自己的失敗經驗並從中學習，營造支持個人成長的環境。全球已有超過800萬人完成戴爾·卡內基訓練課程。儘管在教導他人建立自信方面很成功，卡內基一生都在與憂鬱症和自我懷疑抗爭，這使他的成就更顯難能可貴。 2. Stephen Covey (Author of "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People") Quote: "I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions." 史蒂芬·柯維（《與成功有約》作者） 名言：「我不是環境的產物，而是決定的產物。」 Stephen Covey was born in 1932 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Before becoming a management guru, he served as a Mormon missionary in England. He earned his MBA from Harvard and a doctorate from Brigham Young University. Covey spent years researching success literature from the past 200 years before writing "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" (1989), which has sold over 25 million copies in 40 languages. The book took him over 20 years to develop. Covey created the concept of "paradigm shift" in personal development and introduced the idea of "abundance mentality" versus "scarcity mentality." He suffered from a severe head injury from a bicycle accident in 2012, which led to his passing, but his work continues to influence millions. He was named one of Time magazine's 25 most influential Americans in 1996. Covey practiced what he preached – he would wake up at 5 AM daily to exercise and plan his day, demonstrating the "first things first" principle from his book. 史蒂芬·柯維1932年生於猶他州鹽湖城。在成為管理大師之前，他曾在英國擔任摩門教傳教士。他獲得哈佛大學MBA學位和楊百翰大學博士學位。在寫作《高效能人士的七個習慣》（1989年）之前，他花了多年研究過去200年的成功文獻，該書至今銷量超過2500萬冊，被翻譯成40種語言。這本書花了他20多年才完成。柯維在個人發展領域創造了「典範轉移」的概念，並提出「豐盛心態」對比「匱乏心態」的理念。2012年他因自行車事故導致嚴重頭部受傷而離世，但他的理念持續影響著數百萬人。1996年，《時代》雜誌將他評為美國25位最具影響力人物之一。柯維身體力行他所提倡的理念－每天清晨5點起床運動並規劃一天，展現了他書中「要事第一」的原則。 3. Tony Robbins (Author and Motivational Speaker) Quote: "The path to success is to take massive, determined action." 東尼·羅賓斯（作家與勵志演說家） 名言：「通往成功的道路就是採取大規模的、堅定的行動。」 Born Anthony J. Mahavoricin 1960, Tony Robbins grew up in a financially struggling family. He left home at 17 and worked as a janitor to support himself. His career began when he started promoting seminars for Jim Rohn, who became his mentor. Robbins developed his own methodology by studying Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and various psychological approaches. His breakthrough came with "Unlimited Power" in 1986, but he's perhaps best known for his seminars, including the famous "firewalk" experience where participants walk across hot coals. What's less known is that Robbins has a condition called acromegaly, which caused his distinctive appearance and deep voice. He has coached notable figures including Bill Clinton, Serena Williams, and Hugh Jackman. Despite having no college degree, he's built a billion-dollar business empire. Robbi

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----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 又到了《英語咖啡館》的爵士學英語單元，過去我們聊過很多音樂史上的經典，而本週 John 老師和 Shimin 老師要帶來一首跨越半世紀、至今仍然觸動人心的歌曲：John Lennon 的《Imagine》。 這首在1971年發行的歌曲，不只是一首簡單的流行歌曲，更像是世界和平的共同語言。有趣的是，直到2017年，約翰藍儂的妻子小野洋子 Yoko Ono 才正式獲得這首歌的共同創作者身份！另外，這首歌的創作過程超乎想像的快速，John Lennon 和 Yoko 竟然只花了一個下午茶的時間就完成了！《Imagine》這首歌被 Rolling Stone 雜誌評選為史上500大最佳歌曲中的第三名，這樣的成就甚至超越了很多 Beatles 的作品。 Welcome back to the music appreciation episode of "English Café"! While we've discussed many classic moments in music history before, this week Shimin and I are going to introduce a song that has moved people for over 50 years: John Lennon's "Imagine." Released in 1971, "Imagine" is more than just a pop song - it has become a universal language for world peace. Here's an interesting fact: it wasn't until 2017 that John Lennon's wife, Yoko Ono, was officially recognized as the song's co-creator! Another surprising detail is how quickly the song was written - John Lennon and Yoko completed it in just one afternoon over tea! "Imagine" was ranked #3 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, achieving even higher recognition than many Beatles songs. What is your favorite part of this song? Send us a comment and we will give you a shout out in the next episode!

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更快自然的提升英語？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K943: NBA's Most Daring Trade: Inside the Lakers-Mavs Megadeal Highlights 主題摘要：The unprecedented trade between the Lakers and Mavericks was kept completely secret thanks to the strong relationship between team managers, showing how personal trust can enable major business deals.Despite Doncic's impressive statistics and achievements, the Mavericks decided to trade him due to concerns about his work habits and conditioning, highlighting how talent alone doesn't guarantee long-term success.LeBron James' quick acceptance of Doncic as his new teammate, despite initial shock, demonstrates how professional athletes must adapt to sudden changes and embrace new opportunities.. In an unprecedented move that stunned the basketball world, the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks orchestrated one of the most consequential trades in NBA history. The blockbuster deal sent 25-year-old phenomenon Luka Doncic to Los Angeles in exchange for All-NBA center Anthony Davis, fundamentally reshaping both franchises and the league's competitive landscape. 在一項震驚籃球界的空前行動中，洛杉磯湖人隊與達拉斯獨行俠隊促成了 NBA 史上最具影響力的交易之一。這筆重磅交易將 25 歲的天才球員盧卡．唐西奇送往洛杉磯，換來全明星中鋒安東尼．戴維斯，徹底重塑了兩支球隊的未來與聯盟的競爭格局。 The genesis of this transformative trade began in a Dallas coffee shop, where Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison and Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka engaged in highly confidential discussions. Their shared history, built through decades of working with the late Kobe Bryant, created a foundation of trust that proved essential in maintaining absolute secrecy throughout the negotiations. The trade's announcement caught everyone by surprise – from the players involved to executives across the league, with Doncic learning of his fate through a group text and Davis receiving the news while at home in Los Angeles. 這筆變革性交易的起源始於達拉斯的一間咖啡廳，獨行俠總經理尼科．哈里森與湖人總經理羅布．佩林卡在此進行高度機密的討論。他們與已故的柯比．布萊恩共事數十年所建立的情誼，為整個談判過程的絕對保密奠定了信任基礎。交易消息的公布令所有人震驚—從相關球員到聯盟高層皆是如此，唐西奇是透過群組簡訊得知自己的命運，而戴維斯則是在洛杉磯的家中收到這個消息。 For the Mavericks, this bold decision marked a dramatic pivot from their previous strategy of building around Doncic's extraordinary talents. Despite his remarkable achievements, including a career scoring average of 28.7 points per game – third in NBA history behind only Michael Jordan and Wilt Chamberlain – internal concerns had grown about his conditioning and work habits. The recent ownership transition from Mark Cuban to the Adelson family created an opportunity for the franchise to prioritize cultural transformation and financial flexibility, leading to this momentous decision. 對獨行俠而言，這個大膽的決定標誌著球隊策略的重大轉變，不再以唐西奇的非凡才華為核心。儘管他創下驚人的成就，包括場均得分 28.7 分——在 NBA 歷史上僅次於麥可．喬丹和威爾特．張伯倫——但球隊內部對他的體能狀況和工作習慣的擔憂與日俱增。隨著球隊所有權從馬克．庫班轉移至阿德爾森家族，為球隊提供了一個優先考慮文化轉型和財務靈活性的機會，最終促成了這個重大決定。 The Lakers' acquisition of Doncic represents a strategic masterstroke aimed at securing their franchise's future beyond the LeBron James era. James, who has consistently praised Doncic as his "favorite player" in the league, initially met the news with disbelief but quickly embraced the potential of their partnership. "I spent two days in disbelief," James revealed, "but when I finally saw Luka today, it hit me – this is real." The 40-year-old superstar has reaffirmed his commitment to the Lakers and expressed enthusiasm about mentoring Doncic in his transition. 湖人收購唐西奇是一個戰略性的高明之舉，旨在確保球隊在雷霸龍．詹姆斯時代之後的未來。詹姆斯一直稱讚唐西奇是他「最喜歡的球員」，起初對這個消息難以置信，但很快就接受了這個潛在的合作關係。「我花了兩天時間才接受這個事實，」詹姆斯透露：「但當我今天終於見到盧卡時，我才意識到——這是真的。」這位 40 歲的超級巨星重申了他對湖人的承諾，並表示很期待能在轉型期間指導唐西奇。 Despite concerns from some analysts about how two ball-dominant players will coexist, coaches and executives across the league have dismissed these worries. Lakers coach JJ Redick, who briefly played alongside Doncic in Dallas, emphasized their mutual respect and shared basketball vision. Clippers coach Tyronn Lue, drawing from his experience coaching James in Cleveland, confidently stated, "When you have LeBron James and Luka – who's a top-three, top-five player in the league – they'll figure out how to make it work." As both teams adjust to their new realities, this trade stands as a testament to the NBA's ever-evolving landscape, where bold decisions can instantly reshape the future of multiple franchises. 儘管一些分析師擔心兩位控球導向型球員如何共處，但聯盟中的教練和高層都對此不以為然。湖人隊教練 JJ．瑞迪克曾在達拉斯短暫地與唐西奇並肩作戰，他強調了兩人之間的相互尊重和共同的籃球理念。快艇隊教練

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb想學哪些主題？ →https://forms.gle/xyHoPydBr6LLFL9q8 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- Topic: Sightseeing train turns ’problem’ Kyoto line into talk of the town A railway here in Miyazu, Kyoto Prefecture once on the verge of being defunct has a new lease on life with its slow-moving sightseeing train featuring a cafe-like interior. （日本）京都府宮津一條曾瀕臨廢線的鐵路，憑藉內部裝潢有如咖啡館的觀光慢車，得以續命綿延。 The Tango Aka-Matsu is operated by Kyoto Tango Railway （Tantetsu）, whose lines were famously dubbed the symbol of unprofitable train routes in the Heisei Era, which started in 1989. 京都丹後鐵道（簡稱丹鐵）負責營運的「丹後赤松號」觀光列車所行駛的路線，被稱為是始於1989年平成時代的知名不賺錢路線的象徵。 The train, which connects Nishi-Maizuru and Amanohashidate stations, runs at reduced speeds offering scenic views. 這列連接西舞鶴站與天橋立站的觀光列車，以較慢速度行駛，好讓乘客能夠欣賞美景。 Passengers let out cries of delight on a weekend in December as the fully occupied 33-seat train approached Yuragawa Kyoryo bridge over the Yuragawa river. 去年12月的某個週末，當33個座位都坐滿的觀光列車駛向跨越由良川的由良川橋時，車上乘客一陣驚呼。 "It’s amazing. It’s like we are on the sea," one passenger said. 「太棒了。我們好像在海上，」一名乘客如是說。 The 550-meter-long bridge is only a few meters above the river, making passengers feel as if the train is traveling on the water. 這座550公尺長的鐵道橋，只比河面高幾公尺，讓乘客覺得火車彷彿行駛在水面上。 Next Article Topic: Emergency bathroom run lands Japanese "bullet train" driver in hot water 煩 The famed high-speed "bullet train" in Japan got some unwanted attention from regulators last month after the driver briefly abandoned his controls to take a bathroom break — leaving the train and its 160 passengers to hurtle along the tracks at 93 miles-per-hour. 日本知名的高速「子彈列車」上月因一名司機員暫離駕駛室去上廁所而被監管人員盯上——（他）讓列車與車上160名乘客以93英里的時速奔馳於鐵軌上。 The train departed Tokyo Station at 7:33 a.m., bound for Shin-Osaka station. At 8:14, outside the city of Odawara southwest of Tokyo, the driver suffered a bout of abdominal distress. 這班前往新大阪站的列車在早上7時33分從東京站出發。8時14分來到東京西南方的小田原市外圍時，司機員感到一陣腹痛。 Instead of stopping the train to run to the bathroom, he called in the conductor to occupy the control room for three minutes, until he was able to scramble back to his post. 與其停車以便跑去上廁所，他反而找來車掌在駕駛室待3分鐘，直到他趕回與重返駕駛崗位。 "Many of our conductors are licensed to take the controls," Central Japan Railway public relations representative Ryumon Hashimoto said. "But this one wasn’t." 「我們的許多車掌有（列車）駕駛執照，」JR東海公關部的橋本龍門（譯音）說。「但這位沒有。」 Next Article Topic: Aesthetic makeover: TRA launches new tour train When the plans for the Taiwan Railway Administration’s (TRA) NT$79 million (US$2.6 million) 29 “Formosa Express” passenger tour carriages were revealed earlier this year, the designs were met with an avalanche of criticism. In response, TRA director Chang Cheng-yuan announced in April that the company would hold consultations on the design, and that the most vehement detractors would be invited to contribute. 台鐵局今年耗資新台幣七千九百萬元，打造二十九輛環島之星觀光列車，曝光後設計卻遭批評。台鐵局長張政源在今年四月宣布，成立台鐵美學設計諮詢審議小組，「把罵台鐵最凶的統統找來」。由設計師吳漢中為代表，齊聚各界專家，把二十九輛當中尚未施作完工的十三輛列車，邀請在國內外得過許多設計大獎的台灣設計團隊「柏成設計」，導入美學概念重新改造。 Headed by designer Han Wu, the team of consultants brought together experts from various fields, and the award-winning Taiwanese design firm J. C. Architecture was invited to undertake an aesthetic makeover, designing the 13 cars yet to be converted. Unveiled on Friday, the newly designed TRA Tour Train sports a black and orange exterior, imparting an air of gravitas to its new look. Redundant signs distracting from the minimalist interior design were removed, and soft lighting was introduced to create a comfortable, relaxing ambience, to give passengers the impression of being in a hotel. 新設計的台鐵觀光列車上週五亮相，外觀改用尊榮感十足的黑、橘色，內裝採減法設計，去掉多餘的指標，燈光使用溫和的色溫，讓旅客有如進到飯店的舒適氛圍。 The curtains in the carriages are based on the works of Yuma Taru, an aboriginal craftswoman, employing geometric shapes suggestive of mountains, while the upholstery utilizes blues and grays, a reference to Taiwan’s oceans, rocks and mountains. The overall effect goes beyond that of a simple means of transportation, and now has more of an emotional impact. 車廂中的窗簾，是參考原住民工藝家尤瑪．達陸的作品，以幾何圖形堆疊出山脈造型；座椅顏色為藍、灰色，象徵台灣的海洋、石頭與山，讓火車不再只是生硬的交通工具，同時也富有情感。 Commenting on why black and orange were chosen for the exterior, Nora Wang, co-founder of J. C. Architecture, says that black imparts a sense of mystery and sobriety, and that old photos of TRA train carriages show that black was widely used for train

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- Famous quotes by travel authors and TV show hosts 1. Rick Steves (Travel Writer and TV Host) Quote: "Travel is rich with learning opportunities, andthe ultimate souvenir is a broader perspective." Rick Steves began his travel career in 1976, teaching pianoto fund his trips across Europe. He started his business by giving travel lectures in his hometown of Edmonds, Washington, and self-published his first guide book "Europe Through the Back Door" in 1980. What sets Steves apart is his philosophy of "temporary local" travel – encouraging travelers to experience destinations like locals rather than tourists. His PBS show "Rick Steves' Europe" has aired since 2000, but he actually started in public television by doing travel segments for his local PBS station while washing dishes in their cafeteria. Despite his success, he still leads tours several weeks each year to stay connected with travelers and maintain his expertise. He advocates for what he calls "thoughtful travel" – using travel as a tool for breaking down cultural barriers and promoting global understanding. Interestingly, Steves maintains a policy of featuring only places that regular travelers can realistically visit, refusing to showcase exclusive resorts or luxury experiences that are out of reach for average tourists. 1. 瑞克·史蒂夫斯（旅遊作家與電視節目主持人） 名言：「旅行充滿學習機會，最珍貴的紀念品就是更寬廣的視野。」 瑞克·史蒂夫斯1976年開始旅遊生涯，靠教鋼琴資助自己環遊歐洲。他在家鄉華盛頓州艾德蒙茲開始事業，舉辦旅遊講座，1980年自費出版第一本旅遊指南《歐洲後門之旅》。史蒂夫斯與眾不同之處在於他提倡「暫時成為當地人」的旅行哲學－鼓勵旅客像當地人而不是遊客般體驗目的地。他的PBS節目《瑞克·史蒂夫斯的歐洲》自2000年開播，但其實他是從在當地PBS電視台餐廳洗盤子時開始製作旅遊節目單元的。儘管事業有成，他每年仍親自帶團數週，以保持與旅客的連結和專業知識。他提倡「深思熟慮的旅行」－運用旅行作為打破文化隔閡和促進全球理解的工具。有趣的是，史蒂夫斯堅持只介紹一般旅客實際可以造訪的地方，拒絕展示一般人負擔不起的奢華度假村或豪華體驗。 2. Anthony Bourdain (Chef, Author, and Travel Documentarian) Quote: "If you're twenty-two, physically fit, hungry tolearn and be better, I urge you to travel – as far and as widely as possible. Sleep on floors if you have to. Find out how other people live and eat and cook. Learn from them – wherever you go." Anthony Bourdain began his journey not as a travel writerbut as a chef in New York City. His breakthrough came with his 2000 book "Kitchen Confidential," which led to his first TV show "A Cook's Tour." Bourdain was known for his unique approach to travel journalism, focusing on how food connects to larger cultural and political issues. He spoke French fluently and studied at Vassar College before dropping out to pursue cooking. During his career, he visited over 100 countries, often highlighting lesser-known destinations and local cuisine. What many don't know is that he wrote several crime novels before his food writing career took off. Bourdain insisted on paying for meals at restaurants featured in his shows to maintain journalistic integrity. He was also known for learning basic phrases in the local language of wherever he visited, believing it showed respect for the culture. His show "Parts Unknown" won multiple Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award for expanding viewers' cultural knowledge through food and travel. 2. 安東尼·波登（廚師、作家與旅遊紀錄片製作人） 名言：「如果你22歲，身體健康，渴望學習和進步，我強烈建議你去旅行－越遠越好，範圍越廣越好。必要時可以睡地板。去了解別人如何生活、吃什麼、怎麼煮飯。無論去哪裡都要向他們學習。」 安東尼·波登最初不是旅遊作家，而是紐約市的一名廚師。2000年出版的《廚房機密》讓他一舉成名，進而開始主持首個電視節目《廚師巡迴之旅》。波登以獨特的旅遊報導方式聞名，專注於食物如何連結更廣泛的文化和政治議題。他精通法語，曾就讀瓦薩學院但中途輟學去學廚藝。在他的職業生涯中，他造訪過100多個國家，經常報導鮮為人知的目的地和當地美食。許多人不知道他在投入美食寫作之前曾寫過幾本犯罪小說。波登堅持自掏腰包支付節目中餐廳的餐費，以維持新聞誠信。他也以在每個造訪地點學習基本當地用語聞名，認為這表示對文化的尊重。他的節目《未知之旅》獲得多項艾美獎和皮博迪獎，因為透過美食和旅行擴展了觀眾的文化知識。 3. Bill Bryson (Travel Author) Quote: "To my mind, the greatest reward and luxury oftravel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted." Bill Bryson was born in Des Moines, Iowa, but spent much ofhis adult life in Britain, giving him a unique perspective on both American and British culture. His travel writing career began almost accidentally during a backpacking trip across Europe in the 1970s. He started keeping detailed notes about his experiences, which later became his first travel book "The Lost Continent." Bryson is known for combining historical research, scientific facts, and humor in his travel writing. He has served as the chancellor of Durham University and was made an honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his contributions to litera

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----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更自然的提升英語力？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K939: AI's New Frontier: DeepSeek Disrupts Global Tech Order Highlights 主題摘要：DeepSeek has developed an AI model comparable to ChatGPT at a fraction of the cost ($5.6 million vs billions), demonstrating that breakthrough innovations can come from unexpected places.The emergence of DeepSeek caused significant market disruption, leading to massive stock value losses for tech giants and raising questions about U.S. technological dominance.This development has sparked urgent discussions about AI security, intellectual property protection, and the future of international technological competition in the AI industry.. In a seismic shift that has rattled the artificial intelligence industry, DeepSeek, a Chinese startup barely a year old, has unveiled an AI model that rivals the capabilities of industry leaders like ChatGPT at a fraction of the cost. This breakthrough has not only caught the attention of tech experts worldwide but has also triggered unprecedented reactions in the global financial markets and raised fundamental questions about the future of AI development and international technological competition. 在一場震撼人工智慧產業的重大轉變中，年僅一歲的中國新創公司 DeepSeek 推出了一款能與 ChatGPT 等產業龍頭匹敵，但成本卻大幅較低的人工智慧模型。這項突破不僅吸引了全球科技專家的注意，更在全球金融市場引發前所未有的反應，並對人工智慧發展及國際科技競爭的未來提出了根本性的問題。 The most striking aspect of DeepSeek's achievement lies in its remarkable cost-effectiveness. While major U.S. companies like OpenAI, Google, and Meta invest billions of dollars in developing their AI models, DeepSeek claims to have created its base model for just $5.6 million in computing power. This dramatic cost difference has led to intense speculation about the company's methods and sparked heated debate within the tech community about the future of AI development costs. Marc Andreessen, a prominent tech investor, has described it as "one of the most amazing and impressive breakthroughs" he has witnessed, while others question the full implications of this advancement for the global tech landscape. DeepSeek 最引人注目的成就在於其驚人的成本效益。當美國主要公司如 OpenAI、Google 和 Meta 投入數十億美元開發人工智慧模型時，DeepSeek 聲稱僅花費 560 萬美元的運算成本就開發出其基礎模型。這巨大的成本差異引發科技業界對該公司方法的強烈揣測，並在科技社群中掀起關於人工智慧發展成本未來的激烈討論。知名科技投資人 Marc Andreessen（馬克．安德森）稱其為「他所見過最令人驚嘆且印象深刻的突破之一」，而其他人則質疑這項進展對全球科技版圖的全面影響。 The emergence of DeepSeek has had immediate and substantial effects on the U.S. stock market, triggering what some analysts call a fundamental reassessment of tech sector valuations. Nvidia, the leading manufacturer of AI chips, experienced an unprecedented single-day loss of nearly $600 billion in market value, while other tech giants like Meta and Alphabet also saw significant declines. This market reaction reflects growing uncertainty about the competitive advantage that U.S. companies have maintained in AI technology, particularly given China's ability to achieve such advances despite facing restrictions on access to advanced AI chips and other critical technologies. DeepSeek 的出現對美國股市產生了立即且重大的影響，促使分析師稱之為科技產業估值的根本性重新評估。人工智慧晶片的領導製造商輝達（Nvidia）單日市值蒸發近 6000 億美元，創下空前紀錄，而 Meta 和 Alphabet（Google 母公司）等其他科技巨頭也出現顯著跌幅。這樣的市場反應反映出對美國公司在人工智慧技術上所維持的競爭優勢的日益不確定性，特別是考慮到中國在面臨先進人工智慧晶片和其他關鍵技術取得限制的情況下，仍能取得如此進展。 The situation has prompted swift responses from various stakeholders in the AI industry and government sectors. OpenAI has expressed serious concerns about the possibility of knowledge distillation, suggesting that DeepSeek might have used their models to enhance its own capabilities. This has led to urgent calls for increased protection of U.S. AI innovations, with government officials, including the White House "AI and crypto czar" David Sacks, suggesting new measures to prevent unauthorized use of American AI technology. Meanwhile, security experts are advising heightened caution regarding the tool's data collection practices, particularly since the data is stored on servers in China. Adding another layer of complexity to the situation, DeepSeek itself reports facing sophisticated cyber attacks that have forced it to temporarily limit new registrations, highlighting the intense competition and security concerns surrounding this technological breakthrough. 這種情況促使人工智慧產業和政府部門的各方利害關係人迅速做出回應。OpenAI 對知識蒸餾的可能性表達嚴重關切，暗示 DeepSeek 可能利用他們的模型來增強自身能力。這導致了對加強保護美國人工智慧創新的緊急呼籲，包括白宮「人工智慧和加密貨幣沙皇」David Sacks 在內的政府官員提出新措施，防止美國人工智慧技術遭到未經授權的使用。同時，安全專家建議對該工具的資料收集實務保持高度

----------------------------------- 🎧 通勤學英語 VIP 專區 & 🚀 線上課程  ----------------------------------- 💡 想要更快提升英語？加入VIP會員，獲得專屬內容與優惠！立即加入VIP方案 →https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstodayVIP訂閱常見問題 →https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb想學哪些主題？ →https://forms.gle/xyHoPydBr6LLFL9q8 🔥 社會人核心英語有聲書課程→https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 🌎 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 💬 你的想法很重要！留言分享 → 留言連結 Web：www.15mins.today YouTube：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] -------------------------------------------- 📜 單集逐字稿 & 內容摘要（播放器字數有限，完整逐字稿請到官網查看） -------------------------------------------- Topic: Chinese ready meals have more salt than 11 bags of potato chips Chinese takeaways and ready meals should carry compulsory health warning labels on menus and packaging to alert consumers to “astonishing and harmful” salt levels, UK health experts have recommended. 英國健康專家建議，外帶餐廳或是超市販售的即食中式料理，應該在菜單中以及包裝上強制加上健康危害警告標語，提醒消費者餐點中的含鹽量達到「令人驚恐而且有害」的程度。 The worst-offending Chinese takeaway dishes in a survey published on March 13 by Action on Salt were found to have as much salt as five McDonald’s Big Macs, while many had more than half an adult’s entire daily allowance.Supermarket Chinese ready meals were also laden with salt, with some containing more than the amount found in two Pizza Express margherita pizzas, the report reveals. Some rice dishes contained more salt than 11 bags of ready salted crisps. 英國組織「抗鹽行動」在三月十三日發布一項調查結果，發現那些對健康造成最嚴重危害的外帶型中式料理，其中鹽分的含量相等於五個麥當勞大麥克堡，還有許多菜餚的含鹽量超過一個成人每日食鹽建議攝取量的一半。這份報告同時揭露出超市的即食中式料理同樣充滿著鹽分，其中一些菜餚含鹽量遠超過連鎖義式餐廳Pizza Express的兩個瑪格麗特披薩。某些米飯類料理所含的鹽分甚至超過十一袋加鹽的洋芋片。 Action on Salt is leading a group of health experts in calling on Public Health England to set tough new salt targets, make front-of-pack labelling mandatory and to follow New York’s lead by requiring chains to put warning labels on high-salt dishes. They are also urging the food industry and restaurants to reduce salt by reformulating takeaways and ready meals. 「抗鹽行動」組織率領一群健康專家，向英國公共衛生部呼籲應制定嚴格的新鹽分標準、強制食物包裝正面必須加上標示，並且仿效紐約之前率先採取的行動，也就是要求連鎖超市或餐廳必須在高鹽分菜餚的包裝上加註警語。他們同時也呼籲食品產業和餐廳重新設計外帶與即食料理的成份，減少其中的鹽分。 Of 141 supermarket Chinese ready meals analysed, nearly half (43 percent) were high in salt — containing more than 1.5g/100g, or 1.8g per portion — which would trigger a red “traffic light” label. 在經過分析的一百四十一種中式即食料理中，有接近半數（百分之四十三）的菜餚含鹽量過高──每一百克的菜餚中就有超過一點五克的鹽，或是一份菜餚中含有一點八克的鹽──可能導致身體中的鹽分攝取亮起紅燈。 “Salt is the forgotten killer as it puts up our blood pressure, leading to tens of thousands of unnecessary strokes, heart failure and heart attacks every year,” said Graham MacGregor, the chairman of Action on Salt and a professor of cardiovascular medicine at Queen Mary University of London.“ 「抗鹽行動」的理事長葛拉漢‧麥可葛瑞格表示：「食鹽是經常遭到忽略的殺手，它會增加我們的血壓，每年導致好幾萬個可以避免的中風、心臟衰竭，以及急性心臟病等案例」。葛拉漢‧麥可葛瑞格同時也是倫敦瑪麗王后大學心血管醫藥研究部門的教授。 Reducing salt is the most cost-effective measure to reduce the number of people dying or suffering from strokes or heart disease.”Accompanying rice dishes, spring rolls and prawn crackers — and soy sauce — can pile on the salt in a Chinese meal.Dishes from six Chinese restaurants were also analysed, with 97 percent found to contain 2g of salt or more. More than half (58 percent) contained in excess of 3g of salt per dish: Half an adult’s maximum recommended daily intake. 「要減少中風或心臟疾病的死亡人數或罹病者數量，減少鹽分是最有效率又成本最低的措施。」 中式餐點如果搭配米飯類菜餚，或是春捲和蝦餅──再淋上醬油──鹽分就會大幅增加。 這個組織同時也分析了六間中式餐廳的多種料理，有百分之九十七的菜餚含有兩公克或以上的鹽分。超過半數（百分之五十八）的菜餚每份的含鹽量甚至超過三公克──這已經是一位成人每日食鹽建議最大攝取量的一半了。 Source article: http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/lang/archives/2018/03/25/2003689953 Next Article Topic: ‘Free chips with your bag of air’ is good for you, says FDA Have you ever felt like you have been conned when you joyfully open a bag of potato chips, only to find a mere handful of chips inside? The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) says that storage in a sealed bag filled with nitrogen is necessary to keep the chips fresh and tasty. 你是否曾經有過滿心歡喜打開洋芋片，卻發現裡面東西只有一點點，感覺像被騙呢？台灣食品藥物管理署表示，為了保持洋芋片的新鮮美味，密封包裝以及氮氣充填保存是必須的。 The TFDA shared a post on its Facebook page and an article on its Web site, in which it said that potato chips are fried at a high temperature during the manufacturing process, and when they come into contact with air they can easily become oxidized, which would tend to make them turn soft and crumble, and can even make them smell and taste rancid. 食藥署在臉書專頁「食用玩家-食藥署」及食藥好文網發文分享，洋芋片的製造過程會經高溫油炸，與空氣接觸後易氧化，導致洋芋片容易變軟、破碎，甚至還會產生油耗味，變得不好吃。 The TFDA explained that a sealed bag can prevent the chips from coming into contact with air, thus reducing oxidation and extending their shelf life. This it done by sealing them inside a plastic bag lined with a compound material such as tin foil or aluminum foil. As well as keeping out contamination by things like air, grease, damp and microbes, it can also help to prevent light exposure and reduce oxidation. 食藥署說明，密封包裝可以避免洋芋

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------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP加值內容與線上課程 ------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP訂閱方案：https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstoday VIP訂閱FAQ: https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 社會人核心英語有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 歡迎留言你對這集的想法： 留言連結 官方網站：www.15mins.today Clubhouse直播室：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/46hm8k 訂閱YouTube頻道：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] ------------------------------- 以下是此單集逐字稿 (播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網) ------------------------------- Summary: This article discusses the interruption of patients in hospital, when they should be recovering and should be left to sleep and rest. It suggests that a better system should be put in place to make sure that patients are left alone to rest as much as possible to aid in their recovery. Full article here: https://www.15mins.today/blog/551-revelers-across-europe-get-into-the-carnival-spirit Vocabulary and sentences: disruption n. : a form of the word “disrupt” which means to make something difficult to continue in a normal wayIs bad traffic a disruption in big cities?Are car alarms a major disruption at night? acute adj. : very serious or severe Is there an acute shortage of bananas? Are the world's environmental problems acute? addiction n. : the condition of being addicted to somethingAre you addicted to coffee John?Is internet addiction a big problem? 

------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP加值內容與線上課程 ------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP訂閱方案：https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstoday VIP訂閱FAQ: https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 社會人核心英語有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 歡迎留言你對這集的想法： 留言連結 官方網站：www.15mins.today Clubhouse直播室：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/46hm8k 訂閱YouTube頻道：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] ------------------------------- 以下是此單集逐字稿 (播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網) ------------------------------- 洋情人節將至，你準備好怎麼過了嗎？本週的《英語咖啡館》John老師和Patrick老師帶來了施華洛世奇（Swarovski）這個水晶飾品品牌故事，希望能在最後一刻給你一些靈感啦！ 這個如同鑽石般閃亮，以優雅天鵝為標誌的品牌，一開始其實是用奧地利國花「雪絨花」（就是真善美中的小白花）作為品牌標誌喔。而施華洛世奇的品牌標語 "A diamond for everyone" 也完美詮釋了他希望讓一般大眾也能擁有閃亮配飾的品牌理念。 With Valentine's Day approaching, have you thought about how you'll be celebrating this big day? In this week's English Café, John and Patrick chat about Swarovski, the crystal jewelry brand, giving you last-minute shopping inspiration! This brand now uses an elegant swan as its symbol, actually began with the Edelweiss flower (the small white flower from 'The Sound of Music') as its logo - which happens to be Austria's national flower. Swarovski's brand slogan, 'A diamond for everyone,' perfectly captures their philosophy of making sparkling accessories accessible to the general public. Do you own any Swarovski accessories? Send us a comment and we will give you a shout out!

------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP加值內容與線上課程 ------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP訂閱方案：https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstoday VIP訂閱FAQ: https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 社會人核心英語有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 歡迎留言你對這集的想法： 留言連結 官方網站：www.15mins.today Clubhouse直播室：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/46hm8k 訂閱YouTube頻道：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] ------------------------------- 以下是此單集逐字稿 (播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網) ------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K935: Tiktok Reguees: When Americans Choose Chinese Social Media Highlights 主題摘要：The potential TikTok ban in the United States has led to an unexpected cultural phenomenon, with American users deliberately choosing a Chinese platform as a form of protest and cultural exploration.Despite language barriers and different internet norms, Chinese and American users are creating meaningful connections through teaching languages, sharing cultural insights, and engaging in daily life discussions.This digital migration demonstrates how social media can transcend political tensions and create genuine person-to-person connections, challenging traditional notions of digital borders. In an unprecedented shift, American social media users are flocking to Xiaohongshu, a Chinese social media platform, as TikTok faces an imminent ban in the United States. This mass movement has given birth to a unique phenomenon where users identify themselves as "TikTok refugees," fostering an unexpected connection between American and Chinese social media communities. 在一場前所未有的轉變中，隨著 TikTok 在美國面臨即將到來的禁令，美國社群媒體用戶正大量湧入小紅書這個中國社群媒體平台。這場大規模遷移催生了一個獨特現象，用戶自稱為「TikTok 難民」（TikTok refugees），在美國和中國社群媒體社群之間建立起意想不到的連結。 The influx of American users to Xiaohongshu, which translates to "Little Red Book" in English, coincides with the U.S. Supreme Court's consideration of legislation requiring TikTok's separation from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, by January 19. Rather than migrating to established Western platforms, many American users have deliberately chosen this Chinese application as a form of protest against the proposed ban. This bold decision has propelled Xiaohongshu to the top position of free applications on Apple's App Store in the United States, marking a significant shift in digital platform preferences. The platform has traditionally served as a hub for lifestyle content, including product reviews, travel recommendations, and beauty tutorials, attracting over 300 million monthly active users. 美國用戶湧入小紅書的時機，恰逢美國最高法院正在審議一項法案，該法案要求 TikTok 必須在 1 月 19 日前與其中國母公司字節跳動（ByteDance）分離。許多美國用戶並未選擇轉向知名的西方平台，反而刻意選擇這個中國應用程式，以此抗議擬議中的禁令。這個大膽的決定使小紅書躍升為蘋果應用商店在美國最受歡迎的免費應用程式，標誌著數位平台偏好的重大轉變。該平台傳統上一直是生活風格內容的集散地，包括產品評論、旅遊推薦和美妝教學，每個月吸引了超過 3 億的活躍用戶。 The cultural exchange unfolding on Xiaohongshu has been remarkably positive, with Chinese users extending warm welcomes to their American counterparts. Many Chinese users have volunteered to teach Mandarin, while others provide valuable guidance on navigating the Chinese internet landscape. Despite language barriers and the absence of translation features, users from both countries are discovering innovative ways to communicate and share their experiences. Some American users have even begun learning basic Mandarin phrases to better interact with their new online friends, while Chinese users offer assistance with understanding cultural nuances and platform features. 在小紅書上展開的文化交流異常正面，中國用戶熱情歡迎他們的美國朋友。許多中國用戶自願教授普通話，還有人提供有價值的中文網路使用指南。儘管存在語言障礙且缺乏翻譯功能，兩國用戶仍在發掘創新的方式來溝通和分享經驗。一些美國用戶甚至開始學習基礎普通話片語例句，以便更好地與他們的新網友互動，而中國用戶則協助他們理解文化細微差異和平台功能。 This digital migration presents both challenges and opportunities for cross-cultural understanding. While American users are exploring a new platform for expression and cultural exchange, they must adapt to different content moderation rules and cultural norms. Some Chinese users have kindly educated newcomers about sensitive topics that might face censorship, while others engage in lighthearted discussions about culture, food, and daily life. The situation has created an unexpected space for genuine person-to-person interactions between American and Chinese users, demonstrating how social media can effectively bridge cultural divides even amid broader geopolitical tensions. As this digital experiment continues to unfold, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the potential for social media to foster international understanding and connection, challenging traditional notions of digital borders and cultural barriers in our increasingly interconnected world. 這場數位遷徙為跨文化理解帶來挑戰和機遇。當美國用戶在探索這個表達和文化交流的新平台時，他們必須適應不同的內容審核規則和文化規範。一些中國用戶善意地提醒新來者關於可能面臨審查的敏感話題，而其他人則投入輕鬆的文化、美食和日常生活討論。這種情況創造了一個意想不到的空間，讓美國和中國用戶進行真誠的個人互動，展現了社群媒體如何在更廣泛的地緣政治緊張局勢中有效地為文化鴻溝架起橋樑。隨著這場數位實驗的推展，它為社群媒體促進國際理解和連結的潛力提供了一個迷人的視角，挑戰了我們在這個日益互聯的世界中對數位邊界和文化障礙的傳統認知。 Keyword Drills 關鍵字：Influx (In-flux) [noun. when many people or things arrive at

------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP加值內容與線上課程 ------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP訂閱方案：https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstoday VIP訂閱FAQ: https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb VIP會員文章主題許願表單：https://forms.gle/xyHoPydBr6LLFL9q8 社會人核心英語有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 歡迎留言你對這集的想法： 留言連結 官方網站：www.15mins.today Clubhouse直播室：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/46hm8k 訂閱YouTube頻道：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] ------------------------------- 以下是此單集逐字稿 (播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網) ------------------------------- Topic: Enjoy your coffee, but know your limits Many people choose to drink coffee for refreshment when they feel weary, but it would be wrong to think that coffee is the only thing that contains caffeine. There is caffeine in tea, cocoa, cola drinks and so on. 許多民眾在精神不濟時，會選擇飲用咖啡來提神，但別以為咖啡因只有在咖啡、茶裡有，可可亞、可樂等都含有咖啡因。 Is caffeine good or bad for your health? Nutritionists say that getting an appropriate amount of caffeine can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis and perk you up, but remember not to take too much, otherwise it may put even more strain on your body. 究竟咖啡因對身體是好還是壞？營養師表示，攝取適量的咖啡因能夠有助腸胃蠕動及提振精神，但切記勿攝取過量，否則可能會造成身體更多的負擔。 On Aug. 24, nutritionist Yu Chu-ching wrote a post on her “Julie dietician” Facebook page, saying that the main benefits of caffeine are lifting one’s spirits, promoting gastrointestinal peristalsis, reducing fluid retention and moderating one’s appetite. Caffeine has its strongest effect about one hour after drinking, and it takes about 40 hours to fully metabolize 200 milligrams (mg) of caffeine. However, people’s metabolic responses are not all exactly the same. In addition, people should beware of consuming too much, which can cause discomfort such as anxiety, palpitations and insomnia. Healthy adults can consume up to about 300mg in one day. The average commercially available large cup of coffee contains 200mg of caffeine, so drinking two cups will take you over the limit. 營養師余朱青八月二十四日在臉書粉專「余朱青Julie營養師」發文指出，咖啡因的優點，主要是提振精神、促進腸胃蠕動、消水腫、減緩食慾。而咖啡因最強的時候是喝完一小時後，大約四十個小時才會代謝完兩百毫克的咖啡因，不過每個人新陳代謝反應並不完全相同。此外，小心攝取過量引起身體不適，如焦慮、心悸、失眠等，對健康成人而言，一天可以攝取的咖啡因量大約於三百毫克內。一般市售大杯咖啡就含有兩百毫克咖啡因，喝兩杯就會超標！ Yu said that those who suffer from heart disease should reduce this amount to about one half and not take more than 150 to 200mg of caffeine a day. Children under 12 years old should not touch caffeine, while teenagers should not exceed 100mg a day. As for pregnant women, they should go easy on it and not consume more than 100 to 200mg in one day. 余朱青表示，如果有心臟疾病的人，份量大概是要減到一半，一天不要攝取超過一百五十到兩百毫克的咖啡因；小於十二歲不要碰咖啡因，青少年一天不要超過一百毫克；然而孕婦要比較節制，一天不要超過一百到兩百毫克。 Yu reminded her readers not to eat a load of excess sugar at the same time as consuming caffeine, otherwise it may cancel out many of the benefits. She also said that carbonated beverages and energy drinks contain sugar and other additives, so it is best not to drink them very often. 余朱青提醒，攝取咖啡因時記得不要同時吃進一堆多餘的糖，這可能會讓咖啡因的好處大打折扣，而碳酸飲料或能量飲料，因含有糖和其他添加物，不宜常喝。Source article: https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/lang/archives/2021/09/14/2003764311 Next Article Topic: Seattle startup rolling out new coffee product without coffee beans There’s a new guilt-free product underway that is planning to perk up the coffee industry. 有個新的無罪惡感產品正在進行，計畫振興咖啡產業。 Seattle-based Atomo Coffee Inc. is grinding up what it dubs as coffeeless coffee - derived from sunflower seed husks and watermelon seeds, which undergo a patented chemical process. 位於西雅圖的「原子咖啡」正在研磨其所稱的無咖啡咖啡，源自葵花籽殼與西瓜籽，並經過專利的化學過程處理。 The processing of such ingredients results into molecules that set out to mimic the flavor and feel of real java. 將這些成分加工會產生一些分子，來模仿真實爪哇（咖啡）的味道與感覺。 The product’s grounds are brewed just like a regular cup of coffee and will still contain caffeine. 這款產品的咖啡渣就像普通咖啡一樣沖泡，並且仍然含有咖啡因。 The company cites the devastating effects of climate change and the deforestation of approximately 250,000 acres of land per year as the catalyst behind its ’’naturally derived ingredients’’ delivering ’’the same great coffee experience without the negative environmental impacts.’’ 該公司援引氣候變遷的破壞性影響，與每年約25萬畝森林被砍伐為其「天然衍生成分」背後的催化劑，提供「同樣優秀且沒有對環境造成負面影響的咖啡體驗」。 Next article Topic: Saudi Society Is Changing Just Take a Look at These Coffeehouses For insight into these head-spinning times in Saudi Arabia, where the ultraconservative social and religious codes that micromanage daily life seem to spring a new leak every month — women driving! movie theaters! Usher and Akon rapping to sold-out crowds! — it sometimes pays to read the Google Maps reviews of specialty coffee shops. 沙烏地阿拉伯極度保守的社會和宗教規範控制了日常生活每個細節，最近這些規範似乎每個月都出現新的破口：允許女性開車！准許電影院營運！美國節奏藍調歌手亞瑟小子和阿肯到沙國表演說唱樂的門票賣光！為了深刻了解沙國這些令人頭暈目眩的時刻，有時值得讀讀谷歌地圖中針對沙國精品咖啡店的網友評價。 “I visited this place and was in a total shock!” Tarak Alhamood, a customer at Nabt Fenjan, a Riyadh coffee shop, raged online recently. “YOU r VIOLATING the rules of this country. I hope this

------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP加值內容與線上課程 ------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP訂閱方案：https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstoday VIP訂閱FAQ: https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 社會人核心英語有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- ------------------------------- 以下是此單集逐字稿 (播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網) ------------------------------- 主題: 五大面試良句The best things you can say in a job interview   原參考文章：https://www.monster.com/career-advice/article/best_things_to_say_in_job_interview   1.    “I was so excited when I learned this position was open.” If you’re just “meh” about a job or a company, chances are you won’t make a lasting impression on an interviewer. To persuade an employer that you’re the best person for the job, you have to show enthusiasm. That means expressing upfront that you’re stoked about the position and the company. 如果你只是對工作或公司“meh”，你很可能不會給面試官留下持久的印象。 為了讓雇主相信你是這份工作的最佳人選，你必須表現出熱情。 這意味著要提前表達你對職位和公司的興趣。 2.    “This job aligns well with my experience and qualifications, and here’s why.” It’s important to have anecdotes prepared that demonstrate your expertise. Choose stories that highlight your best strengths and core skills. For example, “I see that the job requires someone who thoroughly knows how to use XYZ software; I relied on XYZ software in my past two jobs, which helped me cut delivery time by 10%, so I’m very comfortable with it. I even trained new employees in how to use the program, which is something I could do for you here.” 準備好能證明你的專業知識的故事很重要。 選擇突出你的優勢和核心技能的故事。 例如，“我發現這項工作需要一個完全知道如何使用 XYZ 軟體的人； 我在過去的兩份工作中都依賴 XYZ 軟體，它幫助我將交貨時間縮短了 10%，所以我很滿意。 我甚至培訓了新員工如何使用該程式，這是我可以為公司做的事情。” 3.    “I read about that project on your website.” An informed, knowledgeable candidate is a powerful candidate. “Any time you can demonstrate you’ve done your homework is a way you set yourself apart,” says Marinelli. 一個消息靈通、知識淵博的候選人是一個強有力的候選人。 “任何時候你可以證明你已經完成了你對公司的了解，這就是你讓自己與眾不同的一種方式，”馬里內利說。 4.    Keywords from the job description Job postings don’t just outline what the requirements are for a position—they provide you with buzzwords that you can use during a job interview to make you a more appealing candidate. For instance, if a job position uses the phrase “multichannel marketing initiatives,” reuse that phrase in one of your answers: “I know that problem solving is one of the crucial skills for this position. At my last job, I was working on developing multichannel marketing initiatives and relied on my problem solving daily. Let me give you a few examples.” 職位公告不僅概述了職位的要求 - 它們為您提供流行語，您可以在求職面試中使用這些流行語，使您成為更具吸引力的候選人。 例如，如果一個工作職位使用“全通路行銷計劃”這個短語，那麼在你的一個答案中重複使用這個短語：“我知道解決問題是這個職位的關鍵技能之一。 在我的上一份工作中，我致力於開發全通路行銷計劃，並依靠我每天解決的問題。 讓我給你舉幾個例子。” 5.    The interviewer’s name One way to forge a human connection with a hiring manager is to casually use the person’s name two or three times during the interview. It sounds simple, but it works. “Job interviews are very much about intuition and chemistry,” says Lynda Spiegel, resume writer and job search coach at Rising Star Resumes. “Saying the interviewer’s name can help you cement a relationship.” 與招聘經理建立人際關係的一種方法是在面試中隨意使用該人的名字兩到三遍。 這聽起來很簡單，但它確實有效。“求職面試非常注重直覺和化學反應，”Rising Star Resumes 的簡歷撰稿人和求職教練琳達·斯皮格爾 (Lynda Spiegel) 說。 “說出面試官的名字可以幫助你鞏固一段關係。”

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------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP加值內容與線上課程 ------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP訂閱方案：https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstoday VIP訂閱FAQ: https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 社會人核心英語有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 歡迎留言你對這集的想法： 留言連結 官方網站：www.15mins.today Clubhouse直播室：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/46hm8k 訂閱YouTube頻道：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] ------------------------------- 以下是此單集逐字稿 (播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網) ------------------------------- About WFH - Microsoft to let employees work from home permanently Software giant Microsoft will let employees work from home permanently if they choose to, US media reported on Friday, becoming the latest employer to expand work-from-home provisions prompted by the Covid-19 pandemic. 美國媒體週五報導，軟體業巨擘微軟將允許讓員工選擇永久在家工作，在武漢肺炎（新型冠狀病毒病，Covid-19）大流行疫情下，微軟成為最新擴大讓員工遠距上班的雇主。 US tech news website The Verge said most Microsoft employees are still at home as the health crisis drags on, and the company doesn’t expect to reopen its US offices until January of next year at the earliest. 美國科技新聞網站The Verge稱，在這場健康危機拖延之際，大多數微軟員工仍在家辦公，微軟預期最早明年1月才會重新開放在美國的辦公室。 But when it does, workers can choose to work from home permanently with their manager’s approval, although they will have to give up their office space. 但當它重開，員工經主管批准，可以選擇常態性在家工作，儘管他們將必須放棄他們在辦公室的空 間。 Next Article Working parents’ woes deepen as schools shut down again 學校再次關閉 在職父母的麻煩加深 Working parents of kindergarten and elementary school students are struggling again to find suitable childcare options, as all schools in the Seoul metropolitan area have been ordered to move classes online until Sept. 11. （南韓）幼兒園和小學學生的在職父母，正再次努力尋找合適的育兒選項。因為首都圈的所有學校，均已被通令將課程改為線上，直到9月11日。 Although the measure was in response to the recent surge in the number of infections among students, teachers and other education workers, remote learning poses a burden to working parents as younger children are less likely to stay focused on lectures for a longer time. 儘管這些措施旨在因應最近在學生、教師與其他教育工作者中，感染人數激增的疫情，但遠距學習對在職父母造成負擔，因為較年幼的孩童，比較不可能長時間專注於課程。 The only option for working parents is sending their children to "emergency child care" classes, set up at schools for kindergarteners and younger elementary students who are in need of care during the day. 在職父母的唯一選項，是將他們的小孩送到「緊急托兒」班，學校的緊急托兒班是為了有日間照顧需求的幼兒園生及低年級小學生而設。 Source article: https://features.ltn.com.tw/english/article/paper/1410043 ; https://features.ltn.com.tw/english/article/paper/1396438 Next Article Topic: The New, Hip Co-Working Spaces Technology has upended where we work. The line between work and play has been blurred, and the difference between the office and home has all but disappeared. As a result, there's a new class of white-collar workers who roam the earth looking for places to get their jobs done. 科技顛覆了我們工作的場所。工作與玩樂之間的界線模糊了，辦公室和家的區別也幾乎消失了。 因此，出現了新一類的白領工作者，他們在地球上四處遊走，尋找完成他們工作的地方。 Some of them work from home, curled up on the couch or in a home office — maybe with a drone hovering nearby. Others camp out at expensive cafes, refilling their mugs of fancy coffee throughout the day. But increasingly, these untethered employees are gathering in a new kind of office known as the co-working space. 他們當中有些人在家工作，蜷縮在沙發上或是家庭辦公室裡，或許還有架無人機在附近盤旋。其他人則是在昂貴的咖啡店內紮營，整天將他們的昂貴咖啡不斷續杯。 然而，這些不受束縛的員工正聚集在一種被稱為共同工作空間的新的辦公室，而且此風日盛。 Surely, you've heard of these places. But their numbers have multiplied across the country in the past few years, filling a niche for those who need more than a cafe but less than an office. They now come in a wide range of options. Some are fancy; some are not. Some require memberships; some do not. Some target technology workers; others are for writers or small businesses. And in the Los Angeles area, there seems to be a co-working option for every neighborhood and every profession. 你肯定聽說過這些地方，然而它們的數量過去幾年裡在全國卻呈倍數成長，滿足了那些需要一處不只是咖啡店，卻又不像辦公室的場所的小眾的需求。 這種場所如今可有多樣的選擇。有些很昂貴，有些則不會。有些需要是會員，有些則不用。有些瞄準科技業員工，也有些針對作家或小企業。而在洛杉磯地區，每個區里和行業似乎有都共同工作空間可供選擇。 Before you rush out to join a co-working space, there are pros and cons to consider. Some believe working away from a traditional office improves productivity. A study published last year in The Quarterly Journal of Economics examined Ctrip, a 16,000-employee Chinese travel agency, where call-center employees were randomly assigned to work in either the office or the home. Those who worked from home were 13 percent more productive, the report found. When Ctrip gave all its workers the option to work from home, productivity grew even further, to 22 percent. 在你急著加入共同工作空間前，必須考量其中利弊。 有些人認為不在傳統辦公室工作能提高生產力。去年發表在經濟學季刊的一項研究報告對於攜程進行了研究。攜程是家有1萬6000名員工的中國大陸旅行社，其客服中心員工被隨機分配到辦公室或是在家工作。這篇報告發現，在家工作的員工生產力多了13%。當攜程讓所有員工在家工作時，生產力更進一步成長22%。 Another study published last year in the journal Sleep Health, found that people who had flexible work schedules slept better than those who had to report to the office at specific times. But the

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------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP加值內容與線上課程 ------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP訂閱方案：https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstoday VIP訂閱FAQ: https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 社會人核心英語有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 歡迎留言你對這集的想法： 留言連結 官方網站：www.15mins.today Clubhouse直播室：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/46hm8k 訂閱YouTube頻道：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] ------------------------------- 以下是此單集逐字稿 (播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網) -------------------------------

------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP加值內容與線上課程 ------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP訂閱方案：https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstoday VIP訂閱FAQ: https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 社會人核心英語有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 歡迎留言你對這集的想法： 留言連結 官方網站：www.15mins.today Clubhouse直播室：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/46hm8k 訂閱YouTube頻道：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] ------------------------------- 以下是此單集逐字稿 (播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網) ------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K927: Glittering Stars and Heartfelt Stories: Golden Globes 2025 Highlights 主題摘要："The Brutalist" dominated the awards, highlighting immigrant stories, with Adrien Brody's powerful performance celebrating resilience and the American dream.Demi Moore's first-ever acting award after 45 years proves success can come at any age, inspiring career perseverance.The ceremony balanced glamour with personal touches, as many nominees brought their parents, adding heartwarming family moments. The 82nd Golden Globe Awards marked the beginning of Hollywood's awards season with an evening filled with glamour, heartfelt speeches, and notable wins. The ceremony, hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, celebrated achievements in both television and film while maintaining its reputation as the entertainment industry's most spirited gathering, blending humor with meaningful moments throughout the night. 第 82 屆金球獎揭開好萊塢頒獎季序幕，這場充滿魅力、真摯演說與矚目成就的盛會，由喜劇演員妮基・格拉瑟主持。典禮延續其作為娛樂圈最歡樂聚會的傳統，在表揚電視和電影成就的同時，巧妙融合幽默與感人時刻，貫穿整個夜晚。 "The Brutalist," a compelling drama about a Holocaust survivor pursuing the American dream, emerged as one of the night's biggest winners. Adrien Brody, who won best actor in a drama for his portrayal of an architect building a new life in the United States, delivered a powerful acceptance speech dedicated to immigrants. The film's success continued as it secured both the best drama picture award and the best director prize for Brady Corbet, establishing itself as a strong contender for the upcoming Academy Awards. The film's triumph highlighted the enduring impact of stories about resilience and hope. 《粗獷派建築師》這部講述大屠殺倖存者追尋美國夢的動人劇作，成為當晚最大贏家。安德林・布洛迪憑藉在片中飾演一位在美國重建生活的建築師，贏得戲劇類最佳男主角。這部電影的成功，還延續到了最佳劇情片獎和布萊迪・寇貝特的最佳導演獎，使其成為即將到來的奧斯卡金像獎的強勁競爭者。本片的勝利凸顯了關於韌性與希望類型故事題材的持久影響力。 The evening was particularly memorable for veteran actress Demi Moore, who won her first-ever acting award for her role in "The Substance." In an emotional speech, Moore reflected on her 45-year career and shared a personal story about being dismissed as a "popcorn actress" three decades ago. Her victory represented a triumphant moment of professional validation and demonstrated that success can come at any stage of one's career. The ceremony also celebrated international talent, with Brazil's Fernanda Torres winning best actress in a drama for her role in "I'm Still Here," a Portuguese language film about survival during Brazil's military dictatorship. Their victories underscored the global reach of compelling storytelling. 這個夜晚對資深女演員黛咪・摩爾來說特別難忘，她憑藉在《懼裂》中的演出首次獲得演技獎項。在感性的得獎感言中，摩爾回顧了她 45 年的演藝生涯，並分享了三十年前被貶為「爆米花演員」的個人故事。她的勝利代表了專業認可的勝利時刻，也證明成功可以在人生的任何階段降臨。典禮同時表揚了國際人才，巴西演員費南妲・托雷斯憑藉在葡萄牙語電影《我仍在此》（I'm Still Here）中飾演在巴西軍事獨裁時期求生的角色，獲得最佳戲劇類女主角。她們的勝利凸顯了動人故事的全球影響力。 The fashion choices at the event were equally noteworthy, with many stars embracing golden hues that matched the prestigious trophies. Celebrities including Ariana Grande, Cate Blanchett, and Mindy Kaling graced the red carpet in stunning metallic gowns, while others opted for bold colors, particularly shades of red. Dakota Fanning turned heads in a striking Dolce & Gabbana creation, while Emma Stone impressed in a Louis Vuitton ensemble. The evening was also marked by touching family moments, as several nominees chose to bring their parents as their dates, including Zoe Saldana, who won best supporting actress for "Emilia Pérez," and Glen Powell, a first-time nominee for his role in "Hitman." These personal touches added warmth to the glamorous celebration. 這場盛會的時尚選擇同樣引人注目，許多明星選擇了與獎座相呼應的金色系。包括亞莉安娜・格蘭德、凱特・布蘭琪和敏迪・卡靈等名人身著閃亮金屬色禮服現身紅毯，而其他人則選擇了大膽的色彩，特別是紅色系。達科塔・芬妮身穿搶眼的 D&G 服裝，艾瑪・史東則以 LV 造型令人印象深刻。這個夜晚還充滿溫馨的家庭時刻，多位入圍者選擇帶著父母作為伴侶出席，包括憑《毒王女人夢》獲得最佳女配角的柔伊・莎達娜，以及憑《當殺手戀愛時》首次入圍的葛倫・鮑威爾。這些人的點綴為華麗的慶典增添了溫馨的氣氛。 Keyword Drills 關鍵字：Meaningful (Mean-ing-ful) [adjective. having a serious, important purpose or having great value]: The film's triumph highlighted the enduring impact of meaningful stories about resilience and hope.Contender (Con-tend-er) [noun. someone or something that has a good chance to win something]: The film's success continued as it secured both awards, establishing itself as a strong contender for the upcoming Academy Awards.Validation (Val-i-da-tion) [noun. proof that something is correct or true, especially official proof or approval]: Her vicory represented a triumphant moment of professional validation and demo

------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP加值內容與線上課程 ------------------------------- 通勤學英語VIP訂閱方案：https://open.firstory.me/join/15minstoday VIP訂閱FAQ: https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/5cjptb 社會人核心英語有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 歡迎留言你對這集的想法： 留言連結 官方網站：www.15mins.today Clubhouse直播室：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/46hm8k 訂閱YouTube頻道：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 商業合作/贊助來信：[email protected] 意見回覆 : [email protected] ------------------------------- 以下是此單集逐字稿 (播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網) ------------------------------- Topic: About Christmas: Make your own Christmas tree with these money-saving hacks 相信大家都知道，節慶的裝飾品並不便宜，尤其是在亞洲地區。因此，也難怪有越來越多人決定自己DIY製作裝飾品打造出屬於自己的夢幻聖誕節。 Most people agree that decorating for the holidays isn’t cheap, especially in Asia. There is, therefore, little wonder that an increasing number of people have decided to make this Christmas season extra special by doing a lot of crafts on their own. 能夠把一樣東西化腐朽為神奇總是讓人著迷，而展示自己創意成品的最佳方式就是把它掛到聖誕樹上。 There’s something magical about turning something ordinary into something special, and there’s no better way to display your creations than on your Christmas tree. 許多人在網路上分享交流各自創意手作點子，在臉書上還能找到像是「低成本手作」等教你省錢做裝飾品的社團。裡面的成員不吝於分享用花串、燈泡和木框等簡易材料製作聖誕樹的秘訣。 Many ideas are shared online and through money-saving Facebook groups such as “On a Budget.” The members show people how to create a Christmas tree out of just garlands, lights and a wooden frame. 他們放上手作過程的圖片讓人一目瞭然，像是示範如何將常綠樹狀裝飾花串纏繞在三角木框上。 There are many photos that show some crafty methods of creating a tree by simply wrapping the green evergreen-like garland around the triangle-shaped wood frame. 最後，一棵固定在牆上、形狀完美的精美手作聖誕樹令網友驚艷，網友們紛紛留言讚嘆：「這個點子太棒了！看起來好美」、「很適合住在小房間的人用來佈置」。 The end result is a stunning, perfectly shaped wall-mounted Christmas tree. “What a great idea this looks fantastic,” one person wrote. Another said: “Great for anyone who has a small room.” 這些手作教學除了能吸引房間不夠擺不下一棵正規大小聖誕樹的人以外，對於那些不想花大錢買短期聖誕裝飾品的人而言，這些教學也相當實用。 In addition to appealing to people who may not have room for an actual tree, the hack is also useful for those who do not want to spend money on Christmas decor that is only good for a few weeks. 有網友留言稱讚：「手作DIY告訴我們只要善用創意與想像力，不用花大錢也能做很多事。」另外也有熱心的人分享自己的手作技巧，既簡單又能充滿節慶氣氛。 “Shows what you can do with imagination and a small budget,” one person wrote. Others shared their own versions of the hack, showing just how festive and easy it can be. Next Article Topic: Chimei Museum to hold pre-Christmas celebrations on weekends 超浪漫！奇美博物館超大聖誕樹成熱門打卡地 進入一年的尾聲也代表浪漫聖誕節即將來臨，各大百貨商場開始佈置聖誕裝飾並擺出超大聖誕樹吸引民眾目光。住在台南的你有福了！奇美博物館在繆思廣場擺放一棵13公尺高的「幸福耶誕樹」，每日下午五點半至十點半點燈，浪漫的燈光下搭配奇美博物館西洋建築外觀，絕對是聖誕節熱門打卡景點！ Christmas is around the corner and local department stores have already installed their Christmas decorations and set up large Christmas trees to attract the attention of shoppers. If you are living in Tainan, you should know that The Chimei Museum has also installed a 13-meter-high Christmas tree on its Muse Plaza. The tree lights up from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. every day. The installation is the perfect match to the western architecture of the museum which has become one of the top destinations for celebrating Christmas in southern Taiwan. 另外還有集結多達70攤的皇家聖誕市集於十二月十四、十五日、二十一日和二十二日兩個週末中午十二點至晚上十點展開，販賣各式美食飲料，還有皇家貴族最愛糕點。 In addition, the Royal Christmas Market boasts 70 specialty stalls on the weekends on Dec. 14-15 and 21-22nd from noon to 10 p.m., selling various delights, drinks and Royal family’s favorite pastry. 活動期間還有精緻音樂饗宴，邀請多位奇美藝術獎得主在館內大廳演奏弦樂、管樂、爵士樂等聖誕主題音樂。 What’s more? There will also be music feasts over the weekends. Some award-winning musicians are invited to play Christmas-themed jazz and orchestra music during the celebrations. Source article: https://chinapost.nownews.com/20191209-894509 ; https://chinapost.nownews.com/20191127-873777 Topic: Dihua Street’s Lunar New Year market Every year, in the two-week run up to the Lunar New Year break, businesses along Taipei’s Dihua Street hold a special Lunar New Year specialties market. 每年春節假期前兩週左右，台北迪化街的商家都會辦理年貨市集。 The store-lined roads, with outside stalls laden with New Year dried fruits, candies, spiced drinks and meat jerkies, are packed with people anxious to stock up for the holiday. 商店林立的年貨大街擠滿趕辦年貨的人，店鋪前擺出的攤子滿是蜜餞、糖果、薑茶和肉乾等年貨。 The weather was cold on Wednesday, but mercifully sunny to take the bite from the cold, and the air was full of anticipation and festive spirit. 週三天氣很冷，但幸好出了太陽，驅走了一些寒意，空氣中充滿著年節的味道與對過年的期盼。 The sellers themselves, wearing matching Lunar New Year jackets and tops in each individual stall, were all in a jovial mood, smiling and joking with the customers as they handed out free samples and took their money. 每攤的售貨員都穿著自家店統一的春節外套及上衣，喜氣洋洋，發試吃品和收錢的時候，都跟顧客有說有笑。 The shoppers were dressed up warm, some in casual clothes, some in their best suits for the occasion; there were monks and foreigners and photographers and mothers bringing their children, as well as pet owners, carrying th