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歡迎留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments Godiva 巧克力 Godiva品牌源自1926年比利時的布魯塞爾，從一個小攤販起家。1960年代起從歐洲市場進入美國，直至今日，Godiva 在美國、加拿大、歐洲和亞洲擁有並經營 600 多家商店，並通過 10,000 多家專業零售商銷售。 Godiva這個名字其實源自於一個傳說人物叫做 Lady godiva，他是中世紀英格蘭伯爵的妻子。當時百姓生活並不...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K592: Taipei MRT to Introduce Korean-language Announcements and Expand Japanese-language Services The Taipei Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system is set to enhance its services for international tourists by introducing Korean-language station announcements at 15 of its busiest stops. The...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K591: EVA Air Ranks Eighth in Airline Excellence Awards EVA Airways, the leading Taiwanese carrier, has been recognized as the eighth-best airline in the world in this year's Airline Excellence Awards. The prestigious ranking, evaluated by AirlineRatings.com, marks EVA Air as the so...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments Topic: Filipino salon owner uses own hair to create portraits Every few months when Jesstoni Garcia takes electric clippers to his head, he’s not just giving himself a haircut, he’s also harvesting art materials. 每隔數月，當傑斯托尼‧賈西亞拿電剪推自己的頭時，不僅在為自己理髮，也在收集藝術材料。 Usi...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 跟讀練習文章： Up Young Cornerstone Corp: Exclusive Agent for Mitsubishi's Air Conditioning, Promoting Energy-Saving Chillers for Commercial and Residential Use In a bold move marking a significant partnership in the air conditioning industry, Taiwan's Up Young Cornerstone Corp (stock code 6728) has...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K590: Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO, Urges US Regulation of Artificial Intelligence Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI and the mastermind behind the advanced chatbot ChatGPT, has appealed to US lawmakers to implement regulations for artificial intelligence (AI). In his testimony before a US Sen...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K589: Japanese Prime Minister Invites TSMC Chairman for a Rare Meeting Taiwanese Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) Chairman, Mark Liu, has received an invitation to meet with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Japan. This meeting is particularly noteworthy as it is uncommo...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments Summary: 討論文章:  https://focustaiwan.tw/politics/202305120022 This week, Angel is back in town for a special gig. She is back working as a concert promoter. We all know getting a concert ticket is one of the hardest things in life, but what is the life of a concert organzier like? In th...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K588: The No.1 Summer energy and cost-saving air conditioning Up Young Cornerstone Corp: Exclusive Agent for Mitsubishi's Air Conditioning, Promoting Energy-Saving Chillers for Commercial and Residential Use In a bold move marking a significant partnership in the air conditioni...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K587: Apple Vision Pro: A Breakthrough in Spatial Computing Apple recently introduced its highly anticipated mixed reality headset, Apple Vision Pro, which serves as a cutting-edge augmented reality platform. This revolutionary device offers a unique way to interact with digital con...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments Topic: In age-old ritual, Mexican mayor weds alligator to secure abundance A small town Mexican mayor married his alligator bride in a colorful ceremony as traditional music rang out and revelers danced while imploring the indigenous leader to seal the nuptials with a kiss. 墨西哥一個小鎮市長在一場...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments Other ways to say: BIG Large 大/大號 The house had an exceptionally large garden. Huge 巨大/廣大 She arrived at the airport carrying two huge suitcases. Enormous 極大 The stress there under is enormous. Gigantic 巨人般大 This gigantic wave came in from the sea. Massive 大而重/廣大 They stole a massi...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K586: Marvel at the Spectacular "Blue Tears" of Matsu Island The phenomenon of "Blue Tears" is currently exploding in Matsu Island, making it a must-see spectacle of nature. During the transition between spring and summer each year, the sea surface is transformed into a glowing blue...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K585: Disney's "The Little Mermaid" Makes a Splash with $117 Million Opening Weekend at US Box Office Disney's live-action adaptation of "The Little Mermaid" made a big splash at the US box office, raking in an impressive $117.5 million during its opening weekend. This marked the fi...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments Summary: 討論文章:  https://www.businessinsider.com/work-from-home-remote-work-changed-economy-pandemic-2023-4#some-companies-have-decided-to-close-offices-and-remote-work-has-changed-the-purpose-of-an-office-3 Remote work in the past two years have changed consumer behavior and the way we see...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K584: Bill Gates Predicts AI's Disruptive Potential on Google Search and Amazon During a recent event on artificial intelligence organized by Goldman Sachs and SV Angel, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shared his belief that the future of artificial intelligence lies in the developm...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K583: Netflix Takes Action Against Account Sharing and Expands Measures Netflix has recently addressed the issue of account sharing, both in Taiwan and worldwide. In an announcement on its official website, Netflix revealed that it will send emails to members who share their account...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments Topic: A Monster Wind Turbine Is Upending an Industry Twirling above a strip of land at the mouth of Rotterdam’s harbor is a wind turbine so large it is difficult to photograph. The turning diameter of its rotor is longer than two American football fields end to end. Later models will be taller than...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 1. Ray of Sunshine 給人帶來歡樂的人，給人以希望者 Meaning:  A happy person who makes the people around them feel happy too Example:  Mary is a ray of sunshine who always makes people laugh. 2. A place in the sun 好位置；幸運的位置 Meaning:  A good or lucky position Example:  Afte...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K582: Nvidia Expands its Presence in Supercomputers, Challenging Intel and AMD Nvidia Corp has recently collaborated with the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom to develop a new supercomputer, putting it in direct competition with Intel Corp and Advanced Micro Devices Inc....

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K581: Buddy Holly Makes History as the First Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen to Win Westminster Show In a historic victory, a petite basset griffon Vendeen named Buddy Holly claimed the top prize at the 147th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, surpassing over 3,000 dogs represent...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 1. Giving someone the cold shoulder 冷落他人 傳說這句諺語的起源，可追溯至19世紀，當時英國有一位小說家Sir Walter Scott，他在自己的創作裡面使用了這句諺語。裡頭描述在一場飯局中，主人公提供了一塊Cold Shoulder of Mutton（冷掉的羊肩胛肉）給客人，用來表示冷落，不願招待的情境。 原文裡頭a cold shoulder of mu...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K580: Twitter's Inactive Account Purge Sparks Grief and Outrage Among Users Twitter's recent decision to purge inactive accounts, including those belonging to deceased individuals, has triggered anger and heartache among users who relied on these accounts to remember their loved one...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments 每日英語跟讀 Ep. K579: The Fascinating Tale of the Real-Life Barbie and Ken: From Controversial Figures to Living Dolls Valeria Lukyanova and Justin Jedlica have captured the world's attention by transforming themselves into real-life Barbie and Ken dolls. These individuals have gone to extreme leng...

歡迎留言告訴我們你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cl81kivnk00dn01wffhwxdg2s/comments Topic: 對現狀不滿拉美從傾右變傾左 Leftists Replacing Right-Wing Leaders Across Latin America In the final weeks of 2021, Chile and Honduras voted decisively for leftist presidents to replace leaders on the right, extending a significant, multiyear shift across Latin America. 在2021年的最後幾周...