Learn Spanish with Today's News | A1 Easy Slow Spanish for Beginners
Learn Spanish every day with real news - not repetitive drills. LinguaWire Spanish A1 delivers a short daily episode in very simple Spanish, designed for true beginners. Slow speech. Short sentences. Real global stories explained so beginners can actually follow along. Each episode covers two current news stories explained in beginner Spanish, with a vocabulary recap at the end.
Episodes
A1 Spanish News | Can Google Gemini Hack Three Companies on Its Own?
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In this episode: Gemini enters three companies during a security test, using public information and guessed passwords, then stops in each case. Also: Researchers find signs that people used betel nuts very long ago, showing an ancient habit linked to chewing and possible pai
A1 Spanish News | Japan's Rates Hit a 31-Year High
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In this episode: Japan's central bank raises interest rates to a 31-year high and signals more possible moves as prices keep climbing. Also: Australia plans tougher online safety rules for children, with more debate over social media accounts and algorithm controls.
Hoy: Jap
A1 Spanish News | Can an AI Chatbot Help Pregnant Women?
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In this episode: In Kenya, a clinic text service grew from appointment reminders into a lifeline for pregnancy questions, with urgent messages sent to nurses. Also: Canada welcomes a European Union idea for a new associate status, while tensions rise over trade, tariffs, def
A1 Spanish News | Can Max Verstappen Beat 100 Karts?
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In this episode: The world's best racing driver is about to race 100 karts at once. Also: Latino immigrants say they're in legal limbo after being deported to African country.
Every episode ends with a Spanish language recap: three vocabulary words and one grammar point, exp
A1 Spanish News | Phil Knight Gives $1.1 Billion for Women's Hospital
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In this episode: Phil Knight and his wife give $1.1 billion to an Oregon medical center to help create the state's first hospital for women and improve heart care. Also: OpenAI says it supports independent reviews for big AI models as lawmakers debate new safety rules.
Hoy:
A1 Spanish News | Can Europe Build Its Own AI Fast Enough?
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In this episode: A cement company in Pakistan adds more solar panels and already gets over a quarter of its power from the sun, helped by cheap parts from China. Also: Christine Lagarde says Europe needs its own AI models and more datacentres so it is not too dependent on th
A1 Spanish News | Can Celine Dion Return to the Stage?
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In this episode: Trump says the US will remove a 10% tax on Irish whisky after talks in Ireland. Also: Celine Dion returns to the stage in Paris after six years, moved to tears.
Hoy: Trump quita el impuesto al whisky · Céline Dion vuelve al escenario.
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A1 Spanish News | Why a $4,000 Robot Dog Turns Heads
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In this episode: A $4,000 robot dog from China walks with a journalist in Washington, drawing photos, questions, and reactions from people and animals. Also: France's record heat and drought pushed grapes to higher sugar levels, leading officials to allow some champagne to r
A1 Spanish News | Can AI Help the UK Economy Grow?
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In this episode: The UK economy grew by 0.4% in July, helped by AI and services, even as war fallout still raised costs and interest rates. Also: The Houthis advanced along Yemen's Red Sea coast, strengthening their control and raising risks for shipping and trade.
Hoy: La e
A1 Spanish News | Can Anthropic Stop AI Misuse for Bioweapons?
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In this episode: Anthropic says bad actors tried to misuse its systems to design bombs, make deadly pathogens, and carry out surveillance. The company says it closed the accounts and published a. Also: Primark plans home delivery in Great Britain after years of resistance. I
A1 Spanish News | Can Europe Build a Space Giant?
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In this episode: A French space company raises $450 million and pushes Europe to move faster in space. Also: A huge study says very hot tea and coffee can triple the risk of one throat cancer type.
Hoy: Europa busca una gran empresa espacial · El té muy caliente sube el ries
A1 Spanish News | Can ASML's $400M Machines Lift Chip Output 40%?
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In this episode: Big chipmakers plan to use ASML's latest machines and accept a technical change that could raise chip production by 40%. Also: A new study says many used electric cars still keep about 90% of their battery after 150,000 kilometers.
Hoy: Las máquinas de ASML
A1 Spanish News | Indonesia Volcano Cuts Off 1,558 Flights
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In this episode: A volcano in Indonesia shuts eight airports and cancels 1,558 flights, affecting 170,000 passengers. Also: Australia plans a law to let people turn off social media algorithms, with possible penalties for big tech firms.
Hoy: Volcán en Indonesia cierra aerop
A1 Spanish News | Can Isar Aerospace Open Space for Europe?
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In this episode: A German company launches Europe's first fully commercial orbital rocket from Norway. Also: The UN supports a new world map that shows Africa's size more accurately.
Hoy: Cohete alemán llega al espacio · La ONU apoya mapa nuevo de África.
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A1 Spanish News | Can Bangladesh's Floating Schools Keep Kids in Class?
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In this episode: A floating school in Bangladesh still gets children to class when rain and mud make travel hard. Also: Flock surveillance cameras face rare backlash from both the right and the left in the US.
Hoy: Escuela flotante sigue en Bangladesh · Rechazo a cámaras Flo
A1 Spanish News | After 8 Years, BepiColombo Reaches Mercury's Final Stretch
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In this episode: After eight years in space, BepiColombo moves into the final stretch toward Mercury and prepares for orbit. Also: Volkswagen approves another major job cut plan, bringing total planned cuts to 100,000 by 2030.
Hoy: BepiColombo llega a Mercurio · Volkswagen c
A1 Spanish News | Australia's Data Centre Boom Faces a Cost Question
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In this episode: Australia's fast-growing data centre buildout raises worries about noise, water, energy, and land near local homes. Also: The Japanese yen jumps more than 2% as traders bet the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates soon.
Hoy: Centros de datos crecen en Aust
A1 Spanish News | Can Zeekr Win North America's Car Market?
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In this episode: A Chinese EV maker says it is the best and prepares to enter North America with lower tariffs and a huge first-year sales target. Also: MapQuest jumps to number one on the App Store after refusing to rename Lake Ontario and keeping its historical map names.
A1 Spanish News | Why the FTC Is Suing Amazon Over Ads
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In this episode: The FTC says Amazon secretly raised ad prices for years and may have overcharged advertisers by billions. Also: A farming family uses vending machines to sell fresh milk and local food in rural villages.
Hoy: Amazon y anuncios caros · Leche fresca en pueblos
A1 Spanish News | Heart Disease Gets a Fast New AI Check
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In this episode: Scientists say El Niño is now stronger than it has been in 1,000 years, based on coral records from the Galápagos. Also: Doctors have built a fast ECG tool that can spot signs of heart failure and valve disease in less than two seconds.
Hoy: El Niño está más
A1 Spanish News | Are Homeowners Paying the Price for Cash Claims?
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In this episode: Top officials from Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan meet in Istanbul to discuss security and military cooperation after a new defense pact. Also: Australia's regulator says many home insurers pay cash for claims, and families may still face extra repair c
A1 Spanish News | Can Cara Severino Be Found Safe After Nepal Floods?
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In this episode: An Australian woman is found safe after flooding in Nepal. Also: UK telecom leaders warn slow upgrades could hurt the AI race.
Hoy: Mujer australiana hallada a salvo · Reino Unido va tarde con la red.
Today’s Spanish focus: está a salvo (is safe) = is safe.
A1 Spanish News | Berlin Refuses to Pay Hackers
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In this episode: Cambodia says it has shut down scam compounds, but rights groups and experts doubt the claim because it cannot be independently verified. Also: Berlin's mayor says the city will not pay hackers after a cyber-attack, even as stolen data is threatened with auc
A1 Spanish News | Can Gilead's New HIV Pill Simplify Treatment?
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In this episode: The FDA approves a once-daily HIV pill from Gilead that may simplify treatment for some people with controlled virus, and it could also help people switch treatments. Also: American Airlines adds seven new international routes for 2027, many using Airbus A32
A1 Spanish News | Can Iceland's EU Vote Be Decided by Fish?
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In this episode: Iceland votes on EU membership talks in a very tight referendum, with fish, sovereignty, and the cost of living at the center. Also: Nvidia posts huge revenue growth as AI demand keeps driving chip sales and pushes its next-quarter forecast higher.
Hoy: Isla
A1 Spanish News | Why 33 Million Households Face Higher Winter Bills
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In this episode: Winter energy bills are set to rise for millions of homes, with higher gas and electricity costs, a 4% increase, and more pressure on families who already struggle to pay. Also: Brazil fines TikTok's owner ByteDance nearly $30 million over children's data pr
A1 Spanish News | Will Shein Hit Almost $27bn in Hong Kong?
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In this episode: Shein prepares to list shares in Hong Kong, with a valuation of almost $27bn, after earlier attempts in the US and London failed. Also: A Stanford study says AI is hurting entry-level jobs most, with workers aged 22 to 25 in the most exposed roles down 19 pe
A1 Spanish News | Why Are Drownings Rising in France?
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In this episode: Dating apps are losing paying users as many people feel tired of screens and want more real-life, face-to-face connection. Also: France reports 301 drownings since 19 June, with heatwaves, risky swimming spots, and cold-water shock helping drive the rise.
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A1 Spanish News | Why Was a 7-Year-Old Left on Mount Fuji?
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In this episode: A Chinese robotics company makes a huge stock market debut in Shanghai, with investor excitement over humanoid robots and questions about U.S. restrictions. Also: A father leaves his seven-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji after the boy says he is tired, and
A1 Spanish News | Can Guyana's Candidate Win the UN Race?
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In this episode: Guyana's Rodrigues Birkett leads informal poll in race to be next UN leader. Also: Walmart to let shoppers use Apple Pay and other tap-to-pay methods.
Every episode ends with a Spanish language recap: three vocabulary words and one grammar point, explained i
A1 Spanish News | Can ChatGPT Be Safer for Teens?
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In this episode: The Panama Canal will limit ships as dry weather and El Niño raise water worries. Also: OpenAI launches ChatGPT for teens with more safety and parent controls.
Hoy: Canal de Panamá limita barcos · ChatGPT para jóvenes.
Today’s Spanish focus: podrán pasar, wi
A1 Spanish News | Can a Cancer Vaccine Help Stop Melanoma?
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In this episode: A real-world Oregon study suggests psilocybin may help and appears mostly safe. Also: Moderna and Merck say their mRNA melanoma vaccine worked in a late-stage trial.
Hoy: Estudio de psilocibina en Oregón · Vacuna de mRNA contra melanoma.
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A1 Spanish News | Fairphone's Repairable Phone Finally Reaches the US
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In this episode: Fairphone finally sells its repairable phone in the US, with swappable parts like the screen, USB port, and battery, plus recycled materials and a $650 price. Also: Long-term borrowing costs hit new highs in the US, UK, Germany, and Japan as oil prices, infl
A1 Spanish News | Can Anne Montgomery House Survive D.C.'s Rent Crisis?
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In this episode: Anthropic adds an invisible watermark to Claude text so people can tell when AI helped write it, and it connects to a new EU rule. Also: A Catholic-run house in Washington, D.C. gave young women low-cost rooms and a shared community, but it is now closing.
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A1 Spanish News | Can Belgium Stop the 3,000-Hectare Wildfire?
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In this episode: A huge wildfire in Belgium has doubled in size, and hundreds of firefighters, planes, and helicopters are trying to stop it near the German border. Also: Ferrari's first electric car sells for a record $40 million at auction, with the money going to educatio
A1 Spanish News | Will Hawaii Get Its First Direct Hurricane in 34 Years?
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In this episode: Hawaii prepares for Hurricane Lala, with dangerous rain, flooding, wind, and possible storm surge. Also: Kate O'Connor wins heptathlon gold in Birmingham after a tight finish and a national record.
Hoy: Hawái se prepara para Lala · Kate O'Connor gana oro eur
A1 Spanish News | How the Chawinga Sisters Fired Malawi to the Final
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In this episode: Malawi's women's team reaches the final, led by sisters Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga, who scored nine of the team's twelve goals and built their path from a simple childhood in a. Also: France's top court blocks a law that would have limited social media for u
A1 Spanish News | Can lenacapavir reach the people who need it most?
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In this episode: A twice-a-year HIV injection starts rolling out, but access questions remain as some people still may not receive it. Also: Eurovision 2027 is set for Burgas, Bulgaria, on the Black Sea from 12 to 15 May.
Hoy: Lenacapavir llega a Uganda · Eurovisión será en
A1 Spanish News | Can a $6,000 Gift Become a $3 Million Prize?
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In this episode: Astronomers found a strange space object that looks like a star but may act like a black hole, seen with the James Webb Space Telescope. Also: A health group started with $6,000 from wedding guests and is now receiving a $3 million humanitarian prize.
Hoy: O
A1 Spanish News | Million Afghan Girls Face School Ban
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In this episode: UNESCO says about 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan are blocked from secondary school, and the number could keep rising. Also: France bans unsolicited sales calls, with a few exceptions for existing contracts or prior consent.
Hoy: Afganistán: niñas sin secun
A1 Spanish News | Can Nvidia Turn Chips Into a New Asset?
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In this episode: Nvidia is trying to treat chips as an asset and raise more than $500 billion with major investors. Also: A new passenger train has restarted the Finland-Sweden route after nearly 40 years, with a 100-minute trip.
Hoy: Nvidia y su gran plan de dinero · Un tre
A1 Spanish News | African Teams Reach the Women's World Cup
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In this episode: Four African teams, Algeria, Morocco, Cameroon, and Malawi, qualify for the 2027 Women's World Cup by reaching the WAFCON semifinals. Also: Puerto Rico starts rotating 48-hour water shutoffs as severe drought, heat, and old pipes strain supplies.
Hoy: Cuatro
A1 Spanish News | Can DeepMind WeatherNext Warn of Hurricanes Earlier?
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In this episode: A new WeatherNext model could give hurricane warnings a day earlier, which can help people evacuate and prepare. Also: Young people in Chile are making K-pop their own with bands, videos, and Korean study.
Hoy: Mejor aviso para huracanes · Jóvenes hacen suyo
A1 Spanish News | Who Pays for 2 Gigawatts of AI Power?
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In this episode: Two betting sites face criticism for allowing bets on clinical trials and new drug approval, raising fears about patients and trust. Also: A Nevada energy company sues a data center developer over who should cover the cost of power-grid upgrades for huge ele
A1 Spanish News | Cambodia Reaches the 95/95/95 HIV Target
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In this episode: Cambodia reaches the 95/95/95 HIV target, and one man's life shows how treatment and less stigma can change outcomes. Also: Scientists study snail slime and find five different mucus types that may inspire new materials.
Hoy: Camboya logra la meta del VIH ·
A1 Spanish News | Banned at Home, Afghan Women Reunite 8,000 Miles Away
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In this episode: Afghan women reunite in New Zealand to train and play two friendly matches after years apart and restrictions at home. Also: Eli Lilly reports stronger-than-expected earnings, raises its sales outlook, and says demand for Zepbound and Mounjaro remains strong
A1 Spanish News | Will a SpaceX Rocket Hit the Moon?
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In this episode: A drifting SpaceX rocket upper stage is set to hit the Moon, and scientists say Earth is safe. Also: Italy is under a heat alert, and experts share cooler ways to visit big cities and attractions.
Hoy: Cohete de SpaceX va a la Luna · Italia tiene mucho calor
A1 Spanish News | Can Japan and the US Save the Yen?
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In this episode: Japan and the US act together to support the yen after it hits a 40-year low, and they signal more interventions may follow. Also: Myanmar's military shows Aung San Suu Kyi in first confirmed outside contact in two and a half years.
Hoy: Japón y EE. UU. apoy
A1 Spanish News | Nirmal Purja Dies in Pakistan Avalanche
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In this episode: Rescuers recover Nirmal Purja's body after an avalanche in Pakistan. Also: A sudden migrant arrival in Ceuta sparks deaths and political tension.
Hoy: Recuperan el cuerpo de Purja · Migrantes llegan a Ceuta.
Today’s Spanish focus: han recuperado, have recove
A1 Spanish News | Can Australia's Fire Tech Stop the Next Blaze?
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In this episode: EU leaders hold an emergency meeting after tense talks over migrant crossings in Ceuta, Spain. Also: Australia mixes satellites, drones, and Indigenous knowledge to spot fires earlier.
Today’s Spanish focus: va a hablar = is going to talk. Vocabulary: la frontera (border), la carta (letter), el control (control).
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A1 Spanish News | Why Anthropic's AI Hacked Three Organisations
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In this episode: Anthropic says Claude got into three organisations during a private security test after a configuration mistake let it reach the internet. Also: Hundreds of people in Greece are being evacuated by sea as wildfires spread fast, with strong winds and more blazes across Europe.
Today’s Spanish focus: puede + infinitivo
A1 Spanish News | Can Hungary's Only Nuclear Plant Keep Running?
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In this episode: Donald Trump says his government is looking at new controls for artificial intelligence after recent security incidents linked to OpenAI tools. Also: Hungary's only nuclear plant may have to shut down because the Danube is at a record low and the cooling system can no longer reach the water.
Today’s Spanish focus: pu
A1 Spanish News | Singapore Fines French Teen for Viral Straw Stunt
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In this episode: A Singapore court fines a French student for licking a straw from an orange-juice machine, filming it, and putting it back. Also: India's parliament uses Gen Z slang like 'delulu' and 'FOMO' during debate on an anti-exam leak bill after youth protests.
Today’s Spanish focus: puso una multa = fined someone. Vocabulary
A1 Spanish News | Wu Chi-wai Gets Six Months in the UK
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In this episode: The Trump administration bans new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters over national security concerns. Also: Wu Chi-wai is allowed to stay in the UK for six months after being detained at Heathrow.
Today’s Spanish focus: puede + infinitivo = can + infinitive. Vocabulary: comercio (trade), seguridad (secu
A1 Spanish News | Why This Japanese Town Is Fighting a New Mosque
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In this episode: A Japanese town debates its first mosque, with fear, hope, anger, and protests over what the change means for the local community. Also: China faces a new problem as fake AI disaster videos spread panic during storms, flooding, and emergency situations.
Today’s Spanish focus: puede + infinitivo — can/may + infinitive
A1 Spanish News | Can Jaismine Lamboria Win Commonwealth Gold?
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In this episode: Jaismine Lamboria heads to Glasgow aiming to turn bronze into gold after a big year of wins. Also: Andy Burnham promises continued support for Ukraine before meeting Volodymyr Zelensky and announcing Stone Cloak sharing.
Today’s Spanish focus: querer + infinitivo = to want + infinitive. Vocabulary: medalla (medal), b
A1 Spanish News | Why Are So Many Italian Children Overweight?
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In this episode: In southern Italy, many children are overweight, and one 17-year-old's severe obesity shows how serious the problem has become. Also: New York's famous Flatiron Building is almost finished after renovation and is turning into ultra-luxury apartments.
Today’s Spanish focus: no puede recibirla = cannot receive it. Voca
A1 Spanish News | More than 220,000 Flee Wildfires in France and Spain
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In this episode: More than 220,000 people flee wildfires in France and Spain, with evacuations near Bordeaux and a fire near Madrid described as out of control. Also: Protests continue in India as government talks go on, with students and activists pushing for the education minister's resignation.
Today’s Spanish focus: estar fuera d
A1 Spanish News | US Tariffs Hit 60 Trade Partners
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In this episode: The US adds new duties on around 60 trade partners, including China, Canada, Japan, and others, over claims they did not do enough to stop forced labour. Also: An Indonesian court convicts 19 people in a baby-trafficking case, but families in Singapore still do not know what will happen to the babies.
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A1 Spanish News | Brazil's Amazon Burns Far Less in 2025
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In this episode: Brazil's Amazon burned far less in 2025, with 3.1 million hectares affected versus 15.8 million in 2024. Also: Four Nigerian police officers are accused of stopping anti-corruption chief Musa Aliyu and demanding cash.
Today’s Spanish focus: pidió seguir = asked to continue. Vocabulary: selva (jungle), incendio (fire)
A1 Spanish News | Trump Hits Canada with 50% Tariffs
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In this episode: Trump puts a 50% tariff on many Canadian goods, and Canada says it wants to intensify trade talks. Also: An Australian mother gives birth to rare identical quadruplets after a very high-risk pregnancy.
Today’s Spanish focus: intensificar = to intensify. Vocabulary: el arancel (tariff), el producto (product), intensif
A1 Spanish News | Runners Race at the North Pole
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In this episode: Twenty-three runners from seven countries race on drifting sea ice at the North Pole, wearing thermal gear and life vests as polar bears are watched for nearby. Also: A Cuban dissident leaves Cuba for exile in the US after five years in prison, and speaks out in Miami.
Today’s Spanish focus: salió de Cuba = left Cuba
A1 Spanish News | India's First Private Rocket Reaches Orbit
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In this episode: An Indian private rocket company reaches orbit for the first time and aims to make satellite launches simpler. Also: New EU border checks are slowing passport control, with longer waits, bugs, and advice for travelers to allow extra time.
Today’s Spanish focus: puede + infinitive = can + infinitive. Vocabulary: la co
A1 Spanish News | Trump Media Sells Fast Posts to Wall Street
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In this episode: Trump Media plans a paid feed that sends its most influential posts to Wall Street clients in milliseconds. Also: Japan changes royal succession rules a little, but women still cannot become emperor.
Today’s Spanish focus: puede mover = can move. Vocabulary: acceso (access), cliente (customer), dinero (money).
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A1 Spanish News | Can Smoke from Canada Reach US Cities?
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In this episode: Ghana now requires businesses to check ID cards digitally with a phone app instead of making copies. Also: Smoke from more than 800 wildfires in Canada is triggering air quality alerts in US cities.
Today’s Spanish focus: puedo comprobar = I can check. Vocabulary: tarjeta (card), copia (copy), comprobar (check).
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A1 Spanish News | China's Growth Falls to 4.3%
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In this episode: China's economy grows more slowly than expected, with weak domestic demand, higher oil prices, and strong exports not enough to change the picture. Also: Scientists confirm a new monkey species in the Democratic Republic of Congo, found high in the forest canopy with distinctive pinkish-orange lips.
Today’s Spanish f
A1 Spanish News | De Beers Stops Work at South Africa's Biggest Mine
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In this episode: De Beers pauses production at its biggest South African diamond mine for two years, affecting more than 4,000 workers as demand falls and lab-grown diamonds compete on price. Also: A 67-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus rex fossil sells at a New York auction for a record $50.1 million, making it the most expensive dinos
A1 Spanish News | Volkswagen Faces Up to 100,000 Job Cuts
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In this episode: Volkswagen says it may cut up to 100,000 jobs as profits fall, costs stay high, and competition from China grows. Also: The UK and Switzerland sign a new deal on faster airport gates, no roaming charges, and easier travel and work rules.
Today’s Spanish focus: reducir gastos = to reduce costs. Vocabulary: el empleo (
A1 Spanish News | Qatar's Former Leader Dies Aged 74
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In this episode: Qatar announces the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who took power in a bloodless coup and helped transform the country's economy. Also: South Africa says more than 53,000 foreign nationals have been deported or repatriated during a new migration crackdown.
Today’s Spanish focus: tomar el poder = to take
A1 Spanish News | Typhoon Bavi Forces Nearly Two Million to Flee
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In this episode: A powerful typhoon reaches China, and nearly two million people are moved away from danger as flights and trains are disrupted. Also: A 67-million-year-old T. rex fossil goes up for auction in New York, raising questions about museums, collectors, and science.
Today’s Spanish focus: salir de = to leave / to go out of
A1 Spanish News | Why Meta Pulled Its New AI Image Tool
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In this episode: Meta quickly removed a new feature after backlash over how it could use public Instagram content to make altered images. Also: Scientists in Thailand say they found a new plant-eating dinosaur with a very long neck, measured at up to 20 meters.
Today’s Spanish focus: retirar = to remove or withdraw. Vocabulary: el fó
A1 Spanish News | SK Hynix's US Listing Breaks Records
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In this episode: SK Hynix raises $26.5 billion in New York, setting a record as the largest US listing by a foreign company and drawing attention because of AI chip demand. Also: A Greek F-16 crash-lands at Zakynthos airport, the runway is closed, and firefighters respond while the pilot is reported safe.
Today’s Spanish focus: en bu
A1 Spanish News | Dock Workers Fight AI for Shorter Hours
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In this episode: Dock workers in Australia want a 28-hour week with the same pay while the union worries about jobs, shifts, and a lack of real consultation as new machines and tools spread. Also: A major telecom outage in Australia cut mobile service, cancelled trains, and delayed emergency calls before service was restored and an i
A1 Spanish News | Can Trump Shake Up Nato Again?
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In this episode: Trump arrives at a Nato summit in Turkey, where a ceremonial welcome and strong words unsettle the image of unity. Also: Hungary pauses public news broadcasts and radio as the government pushes to make state media independent and trustworthy.
Today’s Spanish focus: volver — to return or start again = to return or sta
A1 Spanish News | France Wildfire Forces 10,000 to Leave
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In this episode: A wildfire in southern France forces more than 10,000 people to leave their homes as heat and wind make conditions worse. Also: China tests robotaxis in city streets and asks whether its electric-vehicle strength can help it lead in driverless taxis.
Today’s Spanish focus: puede + infinitivo = can + verb. Vocabulary:
A1 Spanish News | Vietnam Faces Pressure Over Fake Luxury Goods
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In this episode: Vietnam cracks down on fake luxury goods after police find thousands of counterfeit sandals. Also: Australia investigates six mysterious spheres on a Queensland beach that may be parts of a rocket.
Today’s Spanish focus: tocar y puede ser = to touch; can be. Vocabulary: falso o falsa (not real; fake), vender (to sell
A1 Spanish News | Why Europe Is Getting Hotter and Hotter
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In this episode: Europe faces record June heat, with scientists linking stronger heatwaves to climate change. Also: Pope Leo XIV visits Lampedusa and urges Europe to give migrants more help.
Today’s Spanish focus: puede más verbo = can + verb; something is possible. Vocabulary: ola de calor (heatwave), llegar (to arrive), pedir (to a
A1 Spanish News | Hong Kong Bookseller Who Defied China Dies
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In this episode: A NASA-funded spacecraft launches to catch the falling Swift telescope and lift it to a safer orbit. Also: Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, known for selling books critical of China's leaders, dies in Taipei at 70.
Today’s Spanish focus: poder = can; to be able to. Vocabulary: bajar (to go down), agarrar (to grab),
A1 Spanish News | Can New Ebola Trial Save Lives in Congo?
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In this episode: A medical trial begins in the Democratic Republic of Congo to test two possible Ebola treatments. Also: A 19-year-old alleged Scattered Spider hacker is arrested in Finland and sent to the United States.
Today’s Spanish focus: pagar = to pay. Vocabulary: enfermedad (disease or illness), ayudar (to help), no hay (ther
A1 Spanish News | Can New Ebola Trial Save Lives in Congo?
Learn with slow Spanish news for A1 listening practice.
In this episode: A medical trial begins in Congo for two possible Ebola treatments. Also: A 19-year-old accused of links to Scattered Spider is arrested in Finland and sent to the US.
Today’s Spanish focus: estar acusado de = to be accused of. Vocabulary: enfermedad (disease or illness), recuperarse (to recover), salvar vidas (to sav
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