Learn Portuguese A1 with News | Slow Easy Portuguese for Beginners
Learn Portuguese with real world news, every morning. LinguaWire Portuguese Beginner delivers 10-minute daily news episodes in clear, simple Portuguese designed for A1 learners. Each episode explains the biggest stories in the world using slow speech, simple vocabulary, and clear explanations. Perfect for beginners who want to improve listening skills and understand the news.
Episódios
A1 European Portuguese News | Kevin Sinfield Runs Seven Ultramarathons for MND
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In this episode: Rome increases controls on golf-cart tours as residents complain about traffic, licences and illegal parking. Also: Kevin Sinfield completes seven ultramarathons in seven days to raise money for motor neurone disease causes.
Hoje: Rom
A1 European Portuguese News | Uzbekistan Wins Chess Gold as an 11-Year-Old Makes History
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In this episode: General Motors sales fall 5.5%, while Toyota sales rise with electric and hybrid vehicles. Also: Uzbekistan wins chess gold, while England's 11-year-old Sivanandan sets a new world age record.
Hoje: Vendas da GM descem e Toyota sobe ·
A1 European Portuguese News | India and Pakistan Set for a Huge 2027 Cricket Clash
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In this episode: Walmart will use light-up digital shelf labels to help shoppers and workers find products. Also: India and Pakistan will play each other on October 10, 2027, at the Cricket World Cup.
Hoje: Etiquetas com luz ajudam nas lojas Walmart ·
A1 European Portuguese News | Why Swiss Glaciers Are Disappearing So Fast
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In this episode: Swiss glaciers lose 5.5% of their ice in 2026, threatening water supplies, rivers and farming. Also: An AI-generated image of Greta Garbo appears in a Swedish advertisement, raising questions about her future in films.
Hoje: Os glacia
A1 European Portuguese News | Her Rent Falls After Spain Housing Protests
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In this episode: Oura delays its US stock-market listing days after announcing the plan. Also: An 87-year-old woman will return to her Madrid home with a lower rent after mass protests.
Hoje: Oura adia a entrada na bolsa · Maricarmen volta para casa c
A1 European Portuguese News | SpaceX Starship Reaches Orbit for the First Time
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In this episode: SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for the first time and deploys 26 Starlink satellites before returning to Earth. Also: Smart-ring maker Oura prepares to go public, seeking more than $2 billion while facing questions about health-data
A1 European Portuguese News | Why Mexico's 300-Year-Old Music Is Dancing Worldwide
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In this episode: Lime bike and scooter users surge in England, pushing profits above £4 million. Also: Veracruz's 300-year-old son jarocho tradition and La Bamba fandangos are spreading worldwide.
Hoje: Mais utilizadores para as bicicletas Lime · A tr
A1 European Portuguese News | Why Is Britain's Purple Ube Craze Facing a Halt?
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In this episode: Britain's growing love of purple ube faces a halt as the Philippines stops fresh exports, raising concerns about supply and prices. Also: Researchers suggest drones could deliver defibrillators faster to people having cardiac arrests,
A1 European Portuguese News | How Five Cheetah Cubs Survived a Difficult Start
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In this episode: Microsoft's new Surface computers meet the old Copilot+ PC requirements but no longer use that name. Also: Five cheetah cubs in Prague survived powerful storms and their mother's illness.
Hoje: Novos Surface sem o nome Copilot+ PC · C
A1 European Portuguese News | How a Thai Teen Rocker Won the Big Prize
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In this episode: Nene Royal becomes the first Thai winner of America's Got Talent after performing heavy metal, winning a one-million-dollar prize. Also: Sales of Chinese hybrid cars surge in the European Union, raising concerns about the future of Eu
A1 European Portuguese News | Can OpenAI Help Ukraine Stop Cyber Attacks?
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In this episode: OpenAI gives Ukraine free cyber defence tools to protect hospitals and power plants. Also: Germany sets a first clear target to phase out fossil fuels by 2045.
Hoje: OpenAI ajuda a Ucrânia · Alemanha quer acabar com fósseis.
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A1 European Portuguese News | Can AI School Replace College?
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In this episode: A Silicon Valley investor launches a tuition-free AI academy with no tests or homework, aimed at young people who want to build companies. Also: Qantas plans to sell tickets for a nonstop New York to Sydney flight starting next August
A1 European Portuguese News | Why British Drivers Face £2 Diesel
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In this episode: British drivers and small businesses are hit by rising diesel prices, with costs nearing £2 a litre. Also: World leaders in New York talk about the climate crisis, extreme weather, and cleaner energy.
Hoje: Gasóleo muito caro na Grã-B
A1 European Portuguese News | Why More U.S. Parents Need Grandparents
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In this episode: A U.S. family weighs another child as childcare costs soar, until the grandmother offers to move and help care for the baby. Also: Remco Evenepoel wins his fourth straight world time trial title in Montreal, while Marlen Reusser keeps
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Google Gemini Hack Three Companies on Its Own?
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In this episode: Google says Gemini entered three company websites in a security test, guessed passwords from public information, and then stopped. Also: New research suggests betel nuts were used long ago, with ancient teeth giving clues about an old
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Google Gemini Hack Three Companies on Its Own?
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In this episode: Google says Gemini entered three companies during a security test, after looking up public information and guessing passwords. Also: Researchers found ancient teeth with signs that may show very old betel nut chewing, linking past hab
A1 European Portuguese News | Japan's Rates Hit a 31-Year High
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In this episode: Japan's central bank raises rates again to fight rising prices, with a split vote and possible further increases. Also: Australia pushes new online safety rules for children, including a social media account ban and more platform resp
A1 European Portuguese News | Can an AI Chatbot Help Pregnant Women?
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In this episode: A text service in Kenya starts answering pregnancy questions, sorting urgent messages, and helping women without easy internet or smartphones. Also: Canada welcomes a possible new associate role with the European Union, as leaders tal
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Max Verstappen Beat 100 Karts?
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In this episode: Max Verstappen races a kart against 100 others at Silverstone, with a tough start and a rule that knocks rivals out when he passes them. Also: A Cuban man says he was sent to the Central African Republic and left in legal limbo after
A1 European Portuguese News | Phil Knight Gives $1.1 Billion for Women's Hospital
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In this episode: Phil Knight and his wife will donate $1.1 billion to a medical center in Oregon. The money will help create the state's first hospital for women's health and support heart care. Also: OpenAI says it supports part of a bill in the US C
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Europe Build Its Own AI Fast Enough?
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In this episode: Solar panels are spreading fast, with cheap parts from China helping businesses and homes. Also: Europe is warned it must build its own AI and datacentres or risk dependence on the US or China.
Hoje: Painéis solares em todo o mundo ·
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Celine Dion Return to the Stage?
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In this episode: Trump says the US will remove the 10% tariff on Irish whisky, after months of pressure from producers and after an earlier cut. Also: Celine Dion returns to the stage in Paris for her first full concert in six years after a rare illne
A1 European Portuguese News | Why a $4,000 Robot Dog Turns Heads
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In this episode: A $4,000 robot dog from China walks through Washington and draws stares, questions, and photos. Also: France's record heat and drought have changed champagne, with producers allowed to raise alcohol levels temporarily.
Hoje: Cão-robô
A1 European Portuguese News | Can AI Help the UK Economy Grow?
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In this episode: The UK economy rises by 0.4% in July, with AI and services helping to drive growth despite war-related pressures. Also: Houthi gains on Yemen's Red Sea coast strengthen their hold and raise shipping and trade risks.
Hoje: Economia bri
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Anthropic Stop AI Misuse for Bioweapons?
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In this episode: A company says criminals and others tried to misuse its AI models for dangerous biological work, and it banned some accounts. Also: Primark plans home delivery in Britain, after years of only limited online shopping and while facing s
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Europe Build a Space Giant?
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In this episode: A French space entrepreneur gets attention after a huge funding round and big European space questions. Also: A major study says very hot tea and coffee can raise the risk of oesophageal cancer.
Hoje: Empresa do espaço em destaque · C
A1 European Portuguese News | Can ASML's $400M Machines Lift Chip Output 40%?
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In this episode: Chipmakers plan to use ASML's new machines and a key technical change that could lift output by 40 percent. Also: A new study says many used EV batteries still keep about 90 percent capacity after 150,000 kilometers.
Hoje: Máquinas no
A1 European Portuguese News | Indonesia Volcano Cuts Off 1,558 Flights
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In this episode: A volcano in Indonesia forced airport closures and canceled 1,558 flights, affecting 170,000 passengers. Also: Australia plans new rules that would let people turn off social media algorithms.
Hoje: Vulcão fecha voos na Indonésia · Au
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Isar Aerospace Open Space for Europe?
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In this episode: A private rocket from Europe reaches orbit for the first time. Also: The United Nations backs a new world map that shows Africa more accurately.
Hoje: Foguetão privado chega ao espaço · ONU apoia novo mapa do mundo.
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A1 European Portuguese News | Can Bangladesh's Floating Schools Keep Kids in Class?
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In this episode: Bangladesh's floating school boats help children reach class when floods and muddy roads make travel hard. Also: Flock surveillance cameras face backlash over privacy worries and reported abuses in the United States.
Hoje: Escolas no
A1 European Portuguese News | After 8 Years, BepiColombo Reaches Mercury's Final Stretch
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In this episode: BepiColombo reaches Mercury after an eight-year journey and gets ready for a final orbit attempt. Also: Volkswagen approves another 50,000 job cuts as it reshapes production and faces weaker sales.
Hoje: BepiColombo chega a Mercúrio ·
A1 European Portuguese News | Australia's Data Centre Boom Faces a Cost Question
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In this episode: Australia's data centres are growing fast, but locals worry about noise, water, energy, and the environment. Also: The Japanese yen rises sharply as investors expect the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates soon.
Hoje: Centros de da
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Zeekr Win North America's Car Market?
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In this episode: Zeekr says its cheap electric cars are heading to North America. Also: MapQuest hits the top of the App Store after keeping Lake Ontario's name.
Hoje: Zeekr quer entrar na América do Norte · MapQuest fica no topo da App Store.
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A1 European Portuguese News | Why the FTC Is Suing Amazon Over Ads
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In this episode: The FTC and 22 US states say Amazon overcharged advertisers by changing ad auction results and keeping the difference. Also: A farming family in the UK uses milk vending machines to sell fresh food, reach rural villages, and control p
A1 European Portuguese 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. Also: Doctors test a fast heart-disease tool that reads a routine ECG in seconds.
Hoje: El Niño mais forte · Teste do coração rápido.
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A1 European Portuguese 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 talk about defence, security, and military cooperation. Also: Australia's regulator says insurers often pay cash for home claims, leaving homeowners to handle
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Cara Severino Be Found Safe After Nepal Floods?
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In this episode: An Australian woman is found safe after floods in Nepal, while others are still missing. Also: UK telecoms upgrades may not keep pace with AI traffic and faster mobile demand.
Hoje: Mulher australiana encontrada segura no Nepal · Rein
A1 European Portuguese 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 analysts want proof. Also: Berlin's mayor says the city will not pay hackers who stole data and demanded a ransom.
Hoje: Camboja nega burla online · Berlim não cede
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Gilead's New HIV Pill Simplify Treatment?
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In this episode: Gilead gets approval for a once-daily HIV pill that may simplify treatment for some adults whose virus is already controlled. Also: American Airlines adds seven new international routes, including a Philadelphia to Porto flight and mo
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Iceland's EU Vote Be Decided by Fish?
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In this episode: Iceland votes on whether to reopen EU talks, with fishing and sovereignty at the center. Also: Nvidia reports another huge jump in revenue as AI chip demand keeps rising.
Hoje: Votação na Islândia · Receitas da Nvidia sobem.
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A1 European Portuguese News | Why 33 Million Households Face Higher Winter Bills
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In this episode: Energy bills are set to rise in winter as a price cap climbs, hitting millions of households and leaving fixed-tariff customers protected for now. Also: Brazil's data authority fines TikTok's owner nearly $30 million over children's d
A1 European Portuguese News | Will Shein Hit Almost $27bn in Hong Kong?
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In this episode: Shein plans a Hong Kong listing that could value the company at almost $27bn, after earlier failed tries in the US and London. Also: A Stanford study says AI is hitting young workers hardest, with entry-level jobs in exposed fields fa
A1 European Portuguese News | Why Are Drownings Rising in France?
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In this episode: Dating apps are losing users as many people feel tired of online dating and want more real-life connection. Also: France reports 301 drownings since 19 June, with heatwaves and unsafe swimming spots adding to the danger.
Hoje: Apps de
A1 European Portuguese News | Why Was a 7-Year-Old Left on Mount Fuji?
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In this episode: A Chinese robotics company's stock debut surges more than 460%, even as U.S. worries about advanced foreign robotics grow. Also: A father leaves his tired 7-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji for hours, and police later reprimand him.
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A1 European Portuguese News | Can Guyana's Candidate Win the UN Race?
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In this episode: A UN Security Council straw poll puts Guyana's Carolyn Rodrigues Birkett narrowly ahead, with support still split among several candidates. Also: Walmart says shoppers will soon be able to use Apple Pay and other tap-to-pay methods in
A1 European Portuguese News | Can ChatGPT Be Safer for Teens?
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In this episode: The Panama Canal will reduce ship traffic because dry weather may lower water levels, with fewer daily crossings starting in September. Also: OpenAI has launched a ChatGPT version for users under 18, with more controls, fewer risky to
A1 European Portuguese News | Can a Cancer Vaccine Help Stop Melanoma?
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In this episode: A real-world Oregon study of psilocybin looks mostly positive and safe, with almost 350 participants and very few serious reactions. Also: Moderna and Merck say a personalized mRNA cancer vaccine helped stop melanoma from returning or
A1 European Portuguese News | Fairphone's Repairable Phone Finally Reaches the US
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In this episode: Fairphone launches its repairable Gen 6+ phone in the US for $650, with swappable parts, a removable battery, recycled materials, and a microSD slot. Also: Long-term borrowing costs rise across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan as oil pr
A1 European Portuguese 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's new text, so people can tell when AI may have helped write it. Also: A Catholic-run house in Washington, D.C. closes after ten years of low-rent rooms for young women.
Hoje: Marca invi
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Belgium Stop the 3,000-Hectare Wildfire?
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In this episode: A huge wildfire in Belgium has grown fast, forcing evacuations and a big firefighting effort in Hautes Fagnes. Also: Ferrari's first all-electric car sold for a record $40 million at auction, with the money going to charity.
Hoje: Inc
A1 European Portuguese News | Will Hawaii Get Its First Direct Hurricane in 34 Years?
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In this episode: Hawaii braces for Hurricane Lala, with heavy rain, storm surge, and warnings across several islands. Also: Kate O'Connor wins heptathlon gold in Birmingham after a close final 800 metres.
Hoje: Havai em alerta · O'Connor ganha ouro.
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A1 European Portuguese News | How the Chawinga Sisters Fired Malawi to the Final
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In this episode: Malawi reaches the Wafcon final thanks to Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga, who scored nine of the team's 12 goals. Also: France's top court blocks a social media ban for under-15s, and President Macron asks for a new draft.
Hoje: As irmãs
A1 European Portuguese News | Can lenacapavir reach the people who need it most?
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In this episode: A new HIV injection is starting in some countries, but its rollout is slow and there are questions about price and access. Also: Eurovision 2027 will be held in Burgas, Bulgaria, on the Black Sea, with the contest set for 12 to 15 May
A1 European Portuguese News | Can a $6,000 Gift Become a $3 Million Prize?
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In this episode: Astronomers spot a strange new space object that may solve an early-universe mystery. Also: A wedding gift of $6,000 helped launch a health group that later won a $3 million humanitarian prize.
Hoje: Novo objeto no espaço · Prémio par
A1 European Portuguese News | Million Afghan Girls Face School Ban
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In this episode: UNESCO says about 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan cannot attend secondary school, with the number rising and possibly reaching four million by 2030. Also: France has banned unwanted sales calls, with exceptions only for existing cont
A1 European Portuguese News | Can Nvidia Turn Chips Into a New Asset?
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In this episode: Nvidia tries to finance AI chips like an asset, with big backers and a $500 billion plan. Also: A new passenger train restarts service between Finland and Sweden after nearly 40 years.
Hoje: Chips da Nvidia viram um ativo · Novo combo
A1 European Portuguese News | African Teams Reach the Women's World Cup
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In this episode: Four African teams qualify for the 2027 Women's World Cup after reaching the semi-finals in Morocco. Also: Puerto Rico is rationing water in rotating 48-hour shutoffs during a severe drought.
Hoje: Quatro equipas no Mundial feminino ·
A1 European Portuguese News | Can DeepMind WeatherNext Warn of Hurricanes Earlier?
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In this episode: A new WeatherNext model may give forecasters one extra day to warn people before strong hurricanes. Also: In Chile, young K-pop fans are making their own music, and Korean culture is growing fast.
Hoje: Novo modelo avisa mais cedo · K
A1 European Portuguese News | Who Pays for 2 Gigawatts of AI Power?
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In this episode: Two platforms let people bet on clinical trial results, and doctors worry it could hurt trust and change how trials work. Also: An energy company sues a data center developer over who should pay for new power lines and grid upgrades.
A1 European Portuguese News | Cambodia Reaches the 95/95/95 HIV Target
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In this episode: Cambodia becomes the first country in Asia-Pacific to reach the 95/95/95 HIV target, and the episode explains why that milestone matters. Also: Scientists study snail slime and find five different mucus types that could inspire new ma
A1 European Portuguese News | Banned at Home, Afghan Women Reunite 8,000 Miles Away
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In this episode: Afghan women footballers reunite in New Zealand after years apart, and say the game gave them freedom and independence. Also: Eli Lilly beats earnings forecasts, lifts revenue outlook, and sees strong demand for Zepbound and Mounjaro.
A1 European Portuguese News | Will a SpaceX Rocket Hit the Moon?
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In this episode: A SpaceX rocket part is drifting toward the Moon, and scientists say it is not a danger to Earth, but could help them learn more after impact. Also: Italy is under a red alert for extreme heat, and visitors are advised to avoid the ho
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Can Japan and the US Save the Yen?
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In this episode: Japan and the US make a rare joint move to stop the yen from falling, and say they may act again. Also: Aung San Suu Kyi appears healthy in her first confirmed outside contact in 2.5 years.
Hoje: Japão e EUA agem juntos · Suu Kyi ap
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Nirmal Purja Dies in Pakistan Avalanche
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In this episode: A famous climber's body is recovered after a Pakistan avalanche, with more bodies still unconfirmed on the mountain. Also: Spain's Ceuta migrant crisis turns political as many return to Morocco and leaders argue over social media, m
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Can Australia's Fire Tech Stop the Next Blaze?
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In this episode: EU leaders hold an emergency meeting over the Ceuta migrant crisis, after tens of thousands crossed from Morocco and tensions rose over border policy. Also: Australia's fire experts combine satellites, drones, and Indigenous knowledge to spot where wildfires may start and respond faster.
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A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Why Anthropic's AI Hacked Three Organisations
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In this episode: Anthropic says its Claude models got into the systems of three organisations during a private security test after finding a weakness in an isolated environment. Also: Around 500 people, mostly tourists, are being taken by boat from central Greece as wildfires spread in strong winds across Greece and othe
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Can Hungary's Only Nuclear Plant Keep Running?
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In this episode: Trump says his administration is considering more control over AI tools after recent security incidents linked to OpenAI. Also: Hungary's only nuclear plant may shut down because the Danube is at a record low level during a heatwave.
Today’s Brazilian Portuguese focus: estar pensando em = to be thinking
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Singapore Fines French Teen for Viral Straw Stunt
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In this episode: A French teen in Singapore is fined after licking a straw from an orange juice machine, posting the video online, and causing a public backlash. Also: India's parliament uses Gen Z slang like MIA, delulu, and clocked it while debating an anti-exam leak bill after youth protests.
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A1 Brazilian Portuguese 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 some power inverters, citing national security risks. Also: Wu Chi-wai is allowed to stay in the UK for six months after first being detained at Heathrow and facing deportation risk.
Today’s Brazilian Portuguese focus: ficar detido = to b
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Why This Japanese Town Is Fighting a New Mosque
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In this episode: In Fujisawa, a planned mosque sparks fear, hope, protests, and a bigger debate about immigration and identity. Also: In China, fake AI disaster videos spread online, trigger panic, and make real emergencies harder to manage.
Today’s Brazilian Portuguese focus: estão aparecendo = are appearing. Vocabulary
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Can Jaismine Lamboria Win Commonwealth Gold?
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In this episode: India's world champion boxer Jaismine Lamboria is chasing Commonwealth gold in Glasgow after bronze in Birmingham and a breakout year. Also: Andy Burnham promises continued UK support for Ukraine before meeting Volodymyr Zelensky and backing shared Stone Cloak technology.
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A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Why Are So Many Italian Children Overweight?
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In this episode: In Italy, children and teenagers are getting heavier, with more than 40% of eight- and nine-year-olds overweight in parts of Campania, and one 17-year-old waiting for surgery. Also: New York's famous Flatiron Building is nearly finished turning into luxury apartments, with some new homes priced up to $58
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | More than 220,000 Flee Wildfires in France and Spain
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In this episode: Wildfires force more than 220,000 people to flee in France and Spain, with fires threatening areas near Bordeaux and Madrid. Also: Talks continue in India as protesters demand the education minister's resignation and plan to keep pressure on the government.
Today’s Brazilian Portuguese focus: vai continu
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | US Tariffs Hit 60 Trade Partners
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In this episode: The US starts new tariffs on 60 trade partners, with rates between 10% and 12.5%, over forced-labour claims. Also: An Indonesian court convicts 19 people in a baby trafficking case, but the future of the babies in Singapore is still unclear.
Today’s Brazilian Portuguese focus: vão cobrar = will charge. V
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Canada's Dairy Sector Faces Trump's Tariff Fight
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In this episode: Canada's dairy rules face pressure as the US threatens a 50% tariff on Canadian goods, starting in August. Also: A Pan Am plane wreck is found 74 years later, and the crash helped lead to safety briefings on flights.
Today’s Brazilian Portuguese focus: foi encontrado = was found. Vocabulary: sistema (sys
A1 Brazilian Portuguese 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 new figures showing a sharp drop from the record fires of 2024. Also: In Nigeria, four police officers were arrested after allegedly trying to extort the anti-corruption chief on a roadside stop.
Today’s Brazilian Portuguese focus: poder = can; to be able to.
A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | Trump Hits Canada with 50% Tariffs
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In this episode: The US announces 50% tariffs on many Canadian products, raising prices and trade tension. Also: In Australia, a family welcomes four rare identical baby girls after a high-risk pregnancy.
Today’s Brazilian Portuguese focus: intensificar as conversas = to intensify the talks. Vocabulary: o imposto (tax),
A1 Brazilian Portuguese 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 geographic North Pole, with thermal gear, life vests, and polar bears nearby. Also: A Cuban dissident leaves Cuba for exile in the United States after a five-year prison sentence, and supporters greet him in Miami.
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A1 Brazilian Portuguese News | India's First Private Rocket Reaches Orbit
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In this episode: An Indian start-up launched Vikram-1, the country's first private orbital rocket, and reached orbit in a 16-minute flight. Also: The EU's new border system is making passport control slower, with longer waits and complaints at airports.
Today’s Brazilian Portuguese focus: quase triplicou = almost tripled
A1 Brazilian Portuguese 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 important posts to Wall Street clients in milliseconds, because traders want market-moving news as fast as possible. Also: Japan's parliament loosens royal succession rules, but women still cannot take the throne and Princess Aiko remains ineligible.
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