2分で読めるやさしい英語ニュース

石破氏が自民党総裁に選出【Ishiba Elected LDP Leader】

Ishiba won the LDP presidential election in his fifth attempt. None of the nine candidates secured a majority in the first round. Ishiba came from behind to defeat Takaichi in the runoff.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

日本人男児が中国で刺され死亡【Japanese Boy Dies After Stabbed in China】

A Japanese boy was stabbed on his way to school in southern China. He was rushed to the hospital, where he died the next day.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

兵庫県知事のパワハラ疑惑【Hyogo Governor’s Abuse of Power Allegations】

A special investigation committee was held to examine abuse of power allegations against the Hyogo governor. An anonymous whistleblower document was sent to the prefectural assembly members in March.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

コメ不足の本当の原因【The True Cause of the Rice Shortage】

Rice is in short supply, and it's selling out in supermarkets across Japan. Is this due to last year’s poor harvests and the rise in foreign tourists? An expert points out that the true cause is the acreage reduction policy.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

岸田首相が総裁選に不出馬を表明【Kishida Out of Upcoming Leadership Race】

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida made a surprise announcement in mid-August. He decided not to run in the LDP presidential election next month. This means Japan will see a new prime minister soon.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

ボクシング女子で性別騒動【Women’s Boxing Sparks Gender Debate】

In women’s boxing at the Olympics, two fighters' eligibility has sparked debate. These boxers have high levels of male hormones and masculine physiques.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

日本人の平均寿命延びる【Japan’s Average Lifespan Rises】

Japan's average life expectancy rose in 2023 for the first time in three years. Women's longevity increased to 87.14 years, and men's to 81.09 years.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

宮田笙子が日本代表を辞退【Shoko Miyata Withdraws from the National Team】

Teen gymnast Shoko Miyata withdrew from the national team for the Paris Olympics. She admitted to violating the team’s code of conduct by smoking and drinking. Her coach said she was facing extreme pressure to deliver top performances.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

20年ぶりに新紙幣を発行【New Banknotes Issued After 20 Years】

Japan issued new banknotes for the first time in 20 years. The redesigned bills feature 3D holograms to prevent counterfeiting.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

バイデンの不安定な討論で彼の候補者適性を疑問視【Biden’s Shaky Debate Raises Questions for his Candidacy】

President Joe Biden tried to confront Donald Trump in their first debate ahead of the November election. However, his shaky performance raised serious concerns about his age.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

メガバンクが年功序列廃止へ【Mega Bank to Scrap Seniority System】

A Japanese mega-bank plans to abolish its seniority-based system. At present, salaries and positions rise with the length of service. This practice, along with the lifetime employment system, was established during the economic boom.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

選挙運動の妨害で政治団体メンバーを逮捕【Political Group Members Arrested for Campaign Obstruction】

Police issued a new arrest warrant for three members of a fringe political group. The three are suspected of violating the Public Offices Election Law. They allegedly obstructed a rival candidate's campaign for an April by-election.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

トランプ前大統領に有罪判決【Former President Trump Found Guilty】

Donald Trump is aiming to make a comeback in the upcoming presidential election. However, he was recently convicted for mishandling hush money related to an affair. This is the first time a former president was found guilty in a criminal case.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

立ったままの接客に改善を要望【Request to Improve Standing Jobs】

The "Isn't it OK to sit down?" project is run by Tokyo-area volunteers. It aims to improve work conditions for Japan's customer service employees. Labor ministry regulations require businesses to provide chairs for workers.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

環境相がマイク音消しで水俣病被害者に謝罪【Env. Minister Apologizes to Minamata Victims for Muted Microphones】

The Environment Minister offered an apology to those affected by Minamata disease. This illness results from mercury contamination in wastewater. The ministry was criticized for its handling of a stakeholder meeting.<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

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ボクシング女子で性別騒動:10秒スピーチ

スピーキング・テストの対策として「ボクシング女子で性別騒動」に関連する5つの重要質問を作成しました。英語音声で質問が流れたら内容を聞き取り、「10秒間に2センテンスで解答する練習」をやってみましょう!<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

日本人の平均寿命延びる:10秒スピーチ

スピーキング・テストの対策として「日本人の平均寿命延びる」に関連する5つの重要質問を作成しました。英語音声で質問が流れたら内容を聞き取り、「10秒間に2センテンスで解答する練習」をやってみましょう!<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

宮田笙子が日本代表を辞退:10秒スピーチ

スピーキング・テストの対策として「宮田笙子が日本代表を辞退」に関連する5つの重要質問を作成しました。英語音声で質問が流れたら内容を聞き取り、「10秒間に2センテンスで解答する練習」をやってみましょう!<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

20年ぶりに新紙幣を発行:10秒スピーチ

スピーキング・テストの対策として「20年ぶりに新紙幣を発行」に関連する5つの重要質問を作成しました。英語音声で質問が流れたら内容を聞き取り、「10秒間に2センテンスで解答する練習」をやってみましょう!<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

バイデンの不安定な討論:10秒スピーチ

スピーキング・テストの対策として「バイデンの不安定な討論」に関連する5つの重要質問を作成しました。英語音声で質問が流れたら内容を聞き取り、「10秒間に2センテンスで解答する練習」をやってみましょう!<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

メガバンクが年功序列廃止へ:10秒スピーチ

スピーキング・テストの対策として「メガバンクが年功序列廃止へ」に関連する5つの重要質問を作成しました。英語音声で質問が流れたら内容を聞き取り、「10秒間に2センテンスで解答する練習」をやってみましょう!<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->

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