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Yahoo! News

2005-05-03T14:47:00.000+09:00

Here is a simple solution to a simple problem:Teen Forced to Remove Car Sound Equipment. Why can't the police do this with bosozoku and noisy cars? Seems pretty easy to me....

BBC NEWS | Europe |

2005-04-27T11:22:00.000+09:00

Get the latest news on the Mystery of German Exploding Toads!!!

BBC Learning English

2005-04-22T11:49:00.000+09:00

Read all about the new Pope!!!!

Yahoo! News

2005-04-21T00:52:00.000+09:00

This happens to me all the time....not! Wrong Bath Lands Policeman in Hot Water.

BBC Learning English

2005-04-16T07:39:00.000+09:00

Why did Charles marry this woman???? Is he crazy?

BBC NEWS | Have Your Say | China Japan tension: Your views

2005-04-15T10:44:00.000+09:00

If you want to read some uncensored views of the Japan - China conflict: China Japan tension: Your views. What do you think? Can you read these opinions here in Japan or do all the newspapers just report the same thing?

The Japan Times Online

2005-04-15T10:39:00.000+09:00

Human trafficking in Japan in the thousands: The Japan Times Online Why do they only arrest a few when they admit there are thousands? I guess it is hard to arrest anyone if you never leave the KOBAN!

ABC News Online

2005-04-06T23:39:00.000+09:00

Did you know this: Japan aims to put astronaut on moon! Really? Why?

A Step Beyond

2005-04-01T19:07:00.000+09:00

Have you ever seen a garden gnome? Check out this story:GNLF. I hope these "terrorist" stay out of Japan!

North Korea vs. Iran

2005-03-31T22:29:00.000+09:00

Here is an eyewitnes account of the game: The story.

BBC NEWS | Asia-Pacific

2005-03-31T14:59:00.000+09:00

Here is an interesting story: BBC NEWS | Asia-Pacific | N Korea football violence erupts Did anybody see this?

Guardian Unlimited

2005-03-28T11:42:00.000+09:00

Here is a story that is very funny: Dresden dogs in DNA mess What do you think? Is this a good idea? Too bad the police here in Japan don't fine dog-owners for noisy dog barking!

BBC NEWS

2005-03-27T13:34:00.000+09:00

Here is a nice story: Explorer's bid to emulate father. Have you ever wanted to be an explorer? If you were an explorer, where would you go?

Yahoo! News

2005-03-23T19:16:00.000+09:00

Any cat lovers out there? Here is a story for you: The Puss of the Baskervilles?

WWII Japanese Submarine Found Near Hawaii

2005-03-21T20:10:00.000+09:00

Here is something I am sure you will find interesting: Japan planned to drop rats and insects infected with bubonic plague, cholera, typhus and other diseases on U.S. cities.

Examiner.net:

2005-03-15T11:11:00.000+09:00

Another reason to stop smoking:Naked neighbor tackles blaze. Write a summary and then retell the story in class.

Scotsman.com News

2005-03-14T11:50:00.000+09:00

What do you think of this story: As big cities go, Tokyo is really quite cultivated. Do you think this is a good idea? Would you eat these vegetables?

Zookeepers Chase Man In Lion Suit

2005-03-08T17:52:00.000+09:00

This is crazy! Zookeepers Chase Man In Lion Suit! I would like to see a real lion chasing these boneheads around the zoo!

News

2005-03-06T07:54:00.000+09:00

Here is a strage story: Doggie Suicides. Has this ever happened in Japan?

BBC - Science & Nature - Animals

2005-03-03T13:08:00.000+09:00

Here is a good site for animal lovers: Animals Check it out!

Yahoo! News - Audio/Video

2005-03-03T12:28:00.000+09:00

Here are some good news videos to watch: Yahoo! News Watch the video clip about Haiti. I was there exactly 10 years ago as a soldier! What do you think?

Yahoo! News

2005-03-02T10:50:00.000+09:00

Here is a story about the Tower of London: Crows Culled to Save Tower of London Ravens. You can see a picture of the Tower below. Why not write a summary or do a search for more information on the Tower of London? It is an interesting place.

London skyline

2005-02-27T01:59:00.000+09:00

London skyline
Posted by: hawkeye39.

How could anyone tire of London?

Tower of London

2005-02-26T11:52:00.000+09:00

Tower of London
Posted by: hawkeye39.

London has to be one of the greatest places to visit when you need to refresh your mind and rekindle your spirit for life.

Edinburgh

2005-02-26T11:51:00.000+09:00

Edinburgh
Posted by: hawkeye39.

Sunset

BBC NEWS

2005-02-26T09:40:00.000+09:00

Yes, I am back! England was great! Scotland was wonderful! I had a great time but I ate too much! I gained 2 kilos!
Anyways, here is an interesting story: Japan women's singular contentment. What do you think ladies? Is this true?
What are the key points to this story? Why not write a summary for me to check?

Westminster Abbey

2005-02-26T06:53:00.000+09:00

Westmimster Abbey
Posted by: hawkeye39.

This place is almost 1000 years old!

BBC NEWS

2005-02-03T09:57:00.000+09:00

Here is a funny story about Japan: Japan snaps up 'lucky' Kit Kats.
Have you ever eaten a KitKat? Are they really so popular with students? What are some other symbols of good luck in Japan?

Don't look up!

2005-02-02T11:19:00.000+09:00

Wow! Here is a scary story:Frozen Waste Has Woman Steaming!!! Have you ever wondered what happens when you flush the toilet at 30,000 feet? It is a mystery!
Don't forget to write a summary and bring it to class! 10 simple sentences that explain the story....that is easy!

Mainichi Interactive - Top News

2005-01-31T15:47:00.000+09:00

Good news! Someone found my money! I guess I must have dropped it while I was hiking!

Have you ever found any money? If you found 15 million yen would you keep it or give it to the police?

Some Good News!

2005-01-28T13:34:00.000+09:00

Finally I have read a news story that makes me happy! Check it out: Fewer Bosozoku! It is interesting to note that this decrease was not caused by the police doing anything at all. What do the police do in Japan? Collect their salaries and eat ramen?

NPR : How Cold Is It?

2005-01-26T16:47:00.000+09:00

Here is a great exercise for a cold day like today:NPR. These are American expressions to describe the cold weather. Listen to the program and try to write down some of the expressions. What do they mean? What are some expressions to describe the cold weather in Japanese?

Cambridge Dictionaries Online

2005-01-25T15:54:00.000+09:00

Here is an excellent page with some great online activities. Check out the links at the top of the page as well!

BBC NEWS

2005-01-24T16:58:00.000+09:00

Here is a story for all the ladies out there:Outback men left single! Must be lots of handsome guys for you to choose from....just look out for the crocodiles!

Business English!

2005-01-22T15:29:00.000+09:00

Here is a good exercise to help you learn financial vocabulary. See how much you know! Guessing is encouraged!!!!

Learning Resources

2005-01-18T09:10:00.000+09:00

Here is an interesting story with video: tornadoes! Check it out!

Something strange....

2005-01-11T21:18:00.000+09:00

Here is something fun and really strange!

Facts About Flu

2005-01-10T17:52:00.000+09:00

Sorry for the delay in posting or returning email this week. I have the "Flu" and feel pretty bad. Here is a story for you to read while I recover:　Influenza.

Tobacco smoke dulls child brains!

2005-01-05T15:35:00.000+09:00

Here is another reason to stop smoking and to support a ban on smoking in public places as well as to encourage smoke-free homes!

Don't worry if you can't understand everything.....just scan the story and try to discover the main points. Write them down and bring them to class for me to check. Also, make a list of all of the new vocabulary words and put them in your notebooks!

Yahoo! News - Audio/Video

2005-01-04T16:40:00.000+09:00

Did everyone have a nice holiday? I did! It was great to have a few days to relax! What did you do? I hope you didn't forget to study your ENGLISH!!!!!

Anyways, here is a good site to view news videos: Yahoo! News. Check it out! Watch the stories at least three times and then write a short summary. Bring the summaries to class and I will check them for you!!!!

VOANews.com

2004-12-28T11:30:00.000+09:00

Did everyone have a nice Christmas? Did you drink too much? I hope not! Enjoy your holidays and get some rest!

While you are relaxing I hope you won't forget to study! Here is a good site for games to help you learn: Fun with VOA Special English Words! Have fun!

Ghost tunnel!!!

2004-12-28T03:33:00.000+09:00

Ghost tunnel!!!
Posted by: hawkeye39.

I went here on Sunday....it is a very scary place! I have heard that there are some ghosts that haunt this place.....it may be true!

Do you believe in ghosts?

A Christmas Game!

2004-12-24T20:19:00.000+09:00

Here is a good game for Christmas! Just listen to the song and then fill in the missing words. Have a great Christmas!!!!!!!!

Tornadoes!!!!

2004-12-23T20:45:00.000+09:00

Here is a great page for tornadoes: Storm Chasers!!!! Scroll down the page and click on some of the pictures. Springtime in America can be very scary!

Have you ever seen a tornado?

Video Nation from the BBC!!!!!

2004-12-22T15:53:00.000+09:00

Here is a great site to practice your listening skills: Video Nation. Listen to the recordings several times and then try the exercises that follow. Don't forget to read the transcripts to see how much you understood. Don't worry if you cannot understand much.....it is only practice!!!!

Listening Practice

2004-12-21T12:51:00.000+09:00

Here are some great listening exercises for you to try: ESL Point!!! Try them and see how well you can understand the conversations!

ESL Quiz

2004-12-18T21:20:00.000+09:00

Here is a nice page for Animal Idioms. Click on the link to find more! Did you find this useful Yasuko?

BBC World Service

2004-12-17T18:47:00.000+09:00

Here is an interesting story about Ireland: Smoking Ban!!! Would you like to see a smoking ban in Japan? What do you think TAKESHI?

Buzznet - Photocommunication

2004-12-17T18:37:00.000+09:00

Here is a great tool for putting your pictures online: Buzznet - Photocommunication!!! You can add photos from your keitai or from your computer....it is so easy and it is FREE!!!!! Share your photos with your friends!!!!!!!

Exam English - the TOEFL exam

2004-12-16T17:19:00.000+09:00

Want to challenge your English skills? Try the TOEFL exam!!! Just click on the "Structure Test 1" link at the top of the page!!!

Improve your listening skills !!!!

2004-12-16T17:08:00.000+09:00

Here is another good page I found today: audio slideshows. Check them out!

NPR: Free Music!!!!!

2004-12-15T17:57:00.000+09:00

Like to listen to music? Its even better when it is free!!!! Check this out: NPR: All Songs Considered Just click on to the artist and listen!!!!!

BBC World Service

2004-12-15T16:05:00.000+09:00

Here is a small quiz for you: Countryside Quiz. Check out some of the other quizzes!!!!

Me in Australia....

2004-12-15T09:35:00.000+09:00

Posted by: hawkeye39

Me in Australia....
This is the Daintree River in Queensland....I thought some of you might like to see some pictures of Australia....I will post some more later.....

CHECK IT OUT!!!!

2004-12-14T17:28:00.000+09:00

Here is another great web page:Learning Resources. Tell me what you think!!!!

BBC Learning English

2004-12-14T17:14:00.000+09:00

Have you ever cheated on a test? Its a big scandal in South Korea. Does this happen in Japan?

Japanese men lap up new comfort

2004-12-14T17:09:00.000+09:00

Here is something new: Lap Pillow. How many people think this gift is strange? How many of you have one of these?

Articles: A, An, and The!!!!

2004-12-13T16:42:00.000+09:00

Some students have asked me about articles recently. They usually cause a lot of confusion but here is a page that explains them rather well: ENGLISH ARTICLES. Don't forget to do the exercises!

Something FUN!

2004-12-13T13:41:00.000+09:00

Here is a great site for grammar games Try some of the interactive games and see how much you can learn!

BBC Learning English

2004-12-13T11:25:00.000+09:00

Tired of playing pachinko? Here is a new game for you: Bug Fights! Will this become popular in Japan?

Something Scary!

2004-12-12T13:01:00.000+09:00

Think about this the next time you go to the beach: Shark!

News

2004-12-09T14:56:00.000+09:00

Another good reason to study English: English to be spoken by half of the world's population within 10 years!

Parents Go On Strike!

2004-12-09T13:53:00.000+09:00

Here is an interesting story:Parents Go On Strike, Move Out To Protest Messy Kids. Do you think this is a good idea? How did your parents discipline you when you were bad?

2004-12-04T20:08:00.000+09:00

Here is something you will not see in Japan! This is a warning label found on cigarettes in Australia. Scary, huh? Why aren't there serious labels on cigarettes in Japan??????

BBC Learning English

2004-12-04T16:30:00.000+09:00

Hi students! Here is an interesting story about dolphins. Have you ever seen a dolphin? In Florida, my home, we can see dolphins when we go to the beach. They are often swimming nearby. They are very friendly and intelligent.

In some parts of the world, people eat dolphins. In Japan, some people hunt dolphins! It is a tradition important to some people. Have you ever eaten dolphin?