Hello there, I hope you are doing well.
October is here and we’re getting nearer to getting that winter vacation!
Have you made any plans already?
This is something people living in Tokyo would be concerned with, and probably for those who live in the neighboring cities, too. Starting from October, people in Tokyo can avail the Go To Campaign and could get 50% off their travel fees at most. Looking back, Tokyo was removed from the campaign due to its high number of infected cases, however they had to bring Tokyo back due to the struggling economy. What’s your opinion about this?
ー初めにー
Today’s Rebus:
Here’s a brief explanation of the hint:
This phrase is “for once in my life” as there are 4 number 1’s inside the phrase “my life”. It is used to emphasize that something happens on a particular occasion and it has never happened before and it may never happen again after. Here are some sample sentences:
“For once in my life, I would like to try traveling to Paris.”
-> This means that I have never been to Paris and after I go there, I might not be able to go back anymore.
Here’s for this week’s rebus:
AGED AGED AGED
HINT: This one is super easy! Notice that the middle “AGED” has an underline. Maybe it’s for emphasis?
I’ll reveal the answer next week!
ー続いてー
Today’s ESL Recommendation:
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/
For today, this is a good reading resource both for beginners and advanced readers. They offer short articles on different topics and for various levels. After reading the articles, make sure you scroll down to check the activities they have. The activities include a listening practice, which would be great for input! This is a good opportunity to use both linguee.com and vocabulary.com
I hope this helps!
Here is this week’s study music that’s perfect for weather now:
ー最後にー
Today’s Column:
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-54396670
Following the events that occurred a few days ago, specifically the debate between Biden and current president Trump, this is the most recent update on him. According to a lot of the on-going news, Trump has contracted the disease, together with the first lady, Melania Trump. Now, he is going to be hospitalized, but it hasn’t been disclosed how long he would have to stay there. What do you think about this?
Remember to take care of yourself and stay safe.
Ryo