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  1. A1 French News | Why This Japanese Town Is Fighting a New Mosque

    28 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: A quiet Japanese seaside town is divided over plans for its first mosque, with fear, hope, and protests over change and foreign workers. Also: In China, fake AI videos spread during floods and storms, causing panic, false reports, and new worries for authorities.Today’s French focus: peut faire = can/may cause = can/may cause. Vocabulary: le risque (risk), la panique (panic), l'amende (fine).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-28 Lees meer

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  2. A1 French News | Zelensky is Burnham's first international visitor

    27 juli 2026 · 6 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: A world champion boxer from India is chasing Commonwealth gold after bronze in Birmingham. Also: The UK promises continued support for Ukraine before a key meeting with Zelensky.Today’s French focus: veut l'or = wants gold. Vocabulary: la médaille (medal), l'état d'esprit (mindset), le bronze (bronze).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-27 Lees meer

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  3. A1 French News | Italy Faces Childhood Obesity Challenge

    26 juli 2026 · 6 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: In Italy, many children are overweight, especially in the south, and one 17-year-old boy weighs 170 kilos while waiting for surgery. Also: New York's famous Flatiron Building is almost finished after years of renovation and is turning into ultra-luxury apartments worth up to $58.5 million.Today’s French focus: Je mange tout le temps = I eat all the time. Vocabulary: le surpoids (overweight), l'obésité (obesity), le lacet (shoelace).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-26 Lees meer

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  4. A1 French News | More than 220,000 Flee Wildfires in France and Spain

    25 juli 2026 · 6 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Wildfires force evacuations across France and Spain, with more than 220,000 people told to leave or stay indoors. Also: Protests in India continue as government talks go on over education demands and a minister's resignation.Today’s French focus: demander un jour pour réfléchir = to ask for a day to think. Vocabulary: l'évacuation (evacuation), le feu (fire), le vent (wind).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-25 Lees meer

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  5. A1 French News | US Tariffs Hit 60 Trade Partners

    24 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: The US is imposing new tariffs on around 60 trade partners, with rates from 10% to 12.5%, as a temporary tax ends. Also: An Indonesian court has convicted 19 people in a baby trafficking case, but questions remain about babies sent to Singapore.Today’s French focus: prend la place = takes the place. Vocabulary: taxe (tax), partenaire (partner), produit (product).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-24 Lees meer

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  6. A1 French News | Canada's Dairy Sector Faces Trump's Tariff Fight

    23 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Canada's dairy sector faces a new trade fight as the US threatens stronger tariffs, and Canada says its system is not negotiable. Also: Divers find a Pan Am plane wreck from 74 years ago, revealing a crash that changed airline safety rules.Today’s French focus: il y a = there is / there are. Vocabulary: le lait (milk), le quota (quota), le prix (price).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-23 Lees meer

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  7. A1 French News | Brazil's Amazon Burns Far Less in 2025

    22 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Brazil's Amazon burned far less in 2025, with the smallest area on record since 1985. Also: Four Nigerian police officers are arrested after allegedly trying to extort the country's anti-corruption chief.Today’s French focus: ont brûlé = burned. Vocabulary: l'hectare (hectare), la zone (area), le rapport (report).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-22 Lees meer

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  8. A1 French News | Trump Hits Canada with 50% Tariffs

    21 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: The US hits Canada with 50% tariffs on many goods, while Canada says it wants to intensify trade talks. Also: In Australia, a mother gives birth to rare identical quadruplets, and all four girls are healthy.Today’s French focus: vouloir + infinitif — to want to + infinitive = to want to + infinitive. Vocabulary: la taxe (tax), le produit (product), intensifier (to intensify).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-21 Lees meer

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  9. A1 French News | Runners Race at the North Pole

    20 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Twenty-three runners from seven countries race on drifting sea ice at the geographic North Pole, with safety gear and polar bear guards nearby. Also: A well-known Cuban dissident leaves Cuba for exile in the United States after serving a five-year prison sentence, while supporters greet him in Miami.Today’s French focus: partir = to leave / to go away. Vocabulary: la glace (ice), la boucle (a loop), partir (to leave / to go away).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-20 Lees meer

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  10. A1 French News | India's First Private Rocket Reaches Orbit

    19 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: A private Indian company launches Vikram-1 and reaches orbit for the first time. Also: New EU border checks are causing much longer waits at airports in Europe.Today’s French focus: a lancé = launched. Vocabulary: le lancement (launch), l'orbite (orbit), le but (goal).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-19 Lees meer

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  11. A1 French News | Trump Media Sells Fast Posts to Wall Street

    18 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: A company launches a paid service that sends its most followed posts to Wall Street firms in milliseconds. Also: Japan changes royal succession rules a little, but women still cannot take the throne.Today’s French focus: ne pas pouvoir — not be able to = not be able to. Vocabulary: lancer (to launch), service (service), prix (price).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-18 Lees meer

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  12. A1 French News | Can Smoke from Canada Reach US Cities?

    17 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Ghana now requires businesses to scan ID cards electronically instead of using photocopies, to help stop fraud. Also: Smoke from more than 800 wildfires in Canada is drifting into US cities, triggering air alerts and cancellations.Today’s French focus: il faut vérifier = it is necessary to check. Vocabulary: le nuage (cloud), la fumée (smoke), l'air (air).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-17 Lees meer

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  13. A1 French News | China's Growth Falls to 4.3%

    16 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: China's economy slows to 4.3% growth, with weak domestic demand and rising oil prices weighing on the picture. Also: Scientists confirm a new monkey species in the Democratic Republic of Congo, known for its pinkish-orange lips.Today’s French focus: ont augmenté = have increased. Vocabulary: la croissance (growth), la demande (demand), les exportations (exports).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-16 Lees meer

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  14. A1 French News | De Beers Stops Work at South Africa's Biggest Mine

    15 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: De Beers stops work at South Africa's biggest diamond mine as sales fall and cheaper lab-grown diamonds reshape the market. Also: A 67-million-year-old T. rex skeleton is sold at auction in New York for a record price.Today’s French focus: vendre = to sell. Vocabulary: la mine (mine), les ventes (sales), les coûts (costs).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-15 Lees meer

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  15. A1 French News | Volkswagen Faces Up to 100,000 Job Cuts

    14 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Volkswagen says it is considering major job cuts as profits fall and competition from China grows. Also: The UK and Switzerland strike a deal on e-gates, roaming charges, and easier services travel.Today’s French focus: permettre = to allow, to permit. Vocabulary: l'accord (agreement), les frais (fees, charges), le calendrier (timeline, schedule).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-14 Lees meer

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  16. A1 French News | Qatar's Former Leader Dies Aged 74

    13 juli 2026 · 4 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Qatar announces the death of its former leader, Sheikh Hamad, aged 74, and marks several days of mourning. Also: South Africa says more than 53,000 foreign nationals have been deported or sent back in a migration crackdown.Today’s French focus: partir = to leave. Vocabulary: deuil (mourning), drapeau (flag), bureau (office).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-13 Lees meer

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  17. A1 French News | Typhoon Bavi Forces Millions to Flee

    12 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: A powerful typhoon hits China, pushing nearly two million people to leave their homes, while flights and trains are cancelled. Also: A 67-million-year-old T. rex named Gus may sell for $30 million, but scientists worry it should stay in a museum.Today’s French focus: évacuer = to evacuate. Vocabulary: évacuer (to evacuate), annuler (to cancel), musée (museum).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-12 Lees meer

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  18. A1 French News | Why Meta Pulled Its New AI Image Tool

    11 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Meta removes a new image tool after privacy worries and fast backlash. Also: Researchers discover a new dinosaur in Thailand with a very long neck.Today’s French focus: retirer = to remove; to take down. Vocabulary: le fossile (fossil), la vertèbre (vertebra; back bone), le cou (neck).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-11 Lees meer

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  19. A1 French News | SK Hynix's US Listing Breaks Records

    10 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: SK Hynix raises $26.5 billion in New York, making the biggest US listing ever by a foreign company. Also: A Greek F-16 crash-lands at Zakynthos airport, the runway closes, and the pilot is reported safe.Today’s French focus: être en bonne santé = to be in good health. Vocabulary: piste (runway), train (landing gear), feu (fire).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-10 Lees meer

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  20. A1 French News | Dock Workers Fight AI for Shorter Hours

    9 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Australian dock workers want a 28-hour week with the same pay as ports test more machines and scheduling tools. Also: A major telecom outage in Australia cancelled trains, cut mobile service, and disrupted some emergency calls.Today’s French focus: sans perdre d'argent = without losing money. Vocabulary: syndicat (union), horaire (work schedule), grue (crane).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-09 Lees meer

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  21. A1 French News | Can Trump Shake Up Nato Again?

    8 juli 2026 · 6 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Trump arrives at the Nato summit as leaders try to show unity while Europe talks about rearming and stronger defense. Also: Hungary pauses public news broadcasts as the new government says state media should become independent and trustworthy.Today’s French focus: pendant longtemps = for a long time. Vocabulary: arrêté (stopped), indépendant (independent), fiable (reliable).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-08 Lees meer

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  22. A1 French News | France Wildfire Forces 10,000 to Leave

    7 juli 2026 · 6 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: A wildfire in southern France forces more than 10,000 people to leave their homes. Also: Robotaxis in Beijing test China's plans to grow driverless car services.Today’s French focus: sans = without. Vocabulary: près de (near), quitter (to leave), rouler (to drive or roll).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-07 Lees meer

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  23. A1 French News | Vietnam Faces Pressure Over Fake Luxury Goods

    6 juli 2026 · 6 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Vietnam increases checks on fake luxury goods, including bags, shoes and watches, as the government tries to change the country's image. Also: Australia investigates six strange round objects found on a Queensland beach, which may be space debris from a rocket.Today’s French focus: il faut = it is necessary. Vocabulary: faux (false or fake), près de (near), loin de (far from).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-06 Lees meer

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  24. A1 French News | Why Europe Is Getting Hotter and Hotter

    5 juli 2026 · 7 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Europe faces record-breaking heat, with scientists warning that hotter heatwaves are becoming more likely and more intense. Also: Pope Leo XIV visits Lampedusa, honors migrants who died at sea, and urges Europe to do more for new arrivals.Today’s French focus: aider = to help. Vocabulary: il fait chaud (it is hot), une vague de chaleur (a heatwave), degrés (degrees).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-05 Lees meer

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  25. A1 French News | Hong Kong Bookseller Who Defied China Dies

    4 juli 2026 · 6 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: A NASA-funded robot launches to catch the falling Swift space telescope and lift it to a safer orbit. Also: Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee dies in Taiwan after a life linked to books, criticism of Beijing, and free speech.Today’s French focus: avoir peur = to be afraid. Vocabulary: une librairie (a bookshop), vendre (to sell), partir (to leave).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-04 Lees meer

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  26. A1 French News | Can New Ebola Trial Save Lives in Congo?

    3 juli 2026 · 5 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Doctors begin a trial of two possible Ebola treatments in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Also: A 19-year-old accused of links to Scattered Spider hacking is arrested in Finland and sent to the US.Today’s French focus: rester = to not leave. Vocabulary: maladie (disease), traitement (treatment), vaccin (vaccine).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-03 Lees meer

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  27. A1 French News | Syria's Post-Assad Parliament Takes Shape

    2 juli 2026 · 7 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: US blocks long-term renewal of North American trade deal. Also: Syria's president names final 70 lawmakers to new post-Assad parliament.Today’s French focus: highlighted recap verb = from today’s language recap. Vocabulary: est l (from today’s language recap), histoire, l (from today’s language recap), highlighted recap word (from today’s language recap).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-02 Lees meer

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  28. A1 French News | Why the US Unblocked Anthropic's AI Tools

    1 juli 2026 · 6 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Anthropic says US lifts export ban on its advanced AI tools. Also: US Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship in blow to Trump.Today’s French focus: highlighted recap verb = from today’s language recap. Vocabulary: highlighted recap word (from today’s language recap), highlighted recap word (from today’s language recap), highlighted recap word (from today’s language recap).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-07-01 Lees meer

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  29. A1 French News | Putin Faces Russia's Growing Fuel Shortages

    30 juni 2026 · 7 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice.In this episode: Putin makes rare admission of fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian strikes. Also: DR Congo bans mass gatherings in the capital to prevent spread of Ebola.Today’s French focus: highlighted recap verb = from today’s language recap. Vocabulary: est nécessaire. Dans l (from today’s language recap), ai besoin d (from today’s language recap), highlighted recap word (from today’s language recap).Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-06-30 Lees meer

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  30. A1 French News | Trump appears on some US passports

    29 juni 2026 · 7 min

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    In this episode: Australia to double maximum penalty for platforms in breach of social media ban. Also: Trump's face is added to select US passports for America's 250th birthday.

    Today’s French focus: a key news verb = a useful action word from today’s episode. Vocabulary: news (current events), story (a report about something happening), today (this day).

    Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-06-29

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  31. A1 French News | Europe's Heatwave Breaks New Records

    28 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    In this episode: Heatwave breaks records in Germany, Denmark and Czech Republic. Also: Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah condemns new deal.

    Today’s French focus: a key news verb = a useful action word from today’s episode. Vocabulary: news (current events), story (a report about something happening), today (this day).

    Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-06-28

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  32. A1 French News | Why Asian Stocks Are Falling

    27 juni 2026 · 7 min

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    In this episode: Asia stock markets slide as tech shares slump. Also: Canada eligible to join Eurovision competition.

    Today’s French focus: a key news verb = a useful action word from today’s episode. Vocabulary: news (current events), story (a report about something happening), today (this day).

    Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-06-27

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  33. A1 French News | Paris Limits Alcohol Sales During Heatwave

    26 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice. In this episode: Paris restricts alcohol consumption and sales as Europe's heatwave shifts east. Also: IBM hails new 'block of flats' design breakthrough for ultra tiny chips. Today’s French focus: a key news verb = a useful action word from today’s episode. Vocabulary: news (current events), story (a report about something happening), today (this day). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-06-26 Lees meer

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  34. A1 French News | Western Europe Faces Record Heat

    25 juni 2026 · 5 min

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    Western Europe Faces Record Heat. Learn with slow French news for A1 listening practice. Lees meer

    In this episode: France, UK and Spain see record temperatures as heatwave grips western Europe. Also: Stanford graduates rethink their futures as AI transforms tech.

    Today’s French focus: a key news verb = a useful action word from today’s episode. Vocabulary: news (current events), story (a report about something happening), today (this day).

    Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-06-25

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  35. A1 French News | Alibaba Fights US Blacklist in Court

    24 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    In this episode: Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba sues US government over defence blacklist. Also: Irish government to contribute £197m to cross-border rail services.

    Today’s French focus: a key news verb = a useful action word from today’s episode. Vocabulary: news (current events), story (a report about something happening), today (this day).

    Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/french-a1-2026-06-24

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  36. A1 French | US eases oil sanctions despite Iran denial | Today's Easy News

    23 juni 2026 · 5 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French: Les États-Unis assouplissent les sanctions pétrolières malgré le démenti de l’Iran; WhatsApp a un nouveau dirigeant issu d’une start-up indienne. Learn French with real news — not repetitive drills. This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode. Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.com New episode every day. Lees meer

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  37. A1 French | US and Iran hold talks that last all night | Today's Easy News

    22 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French: Les États-Unis et l'Iran discutent toute la nuit; La France interdit l'alcool pendant la canicule. Learn French with real news — not repetitive drills. This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode. Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.com New episode every day. Lees meer

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  38. A1 French | African and Caribbean countries demand slavery apology | Today's Easy News

    21 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French: Pays africains et caribéens exigent des excuses pour l'esclavage; L'Australie détecte le premier cas de grippe aviaire mondiale. Learn French with real news — not repetitive drills. This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode. Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.com New episode every day. Lees meer

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  39. A1 French | Indias richest man plans huge share sale | Today's Easy News

    20 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French: L'homme le plus riche d'Inde prépare une grosse vente d'actions; Les États-Unis vont arrêter de financer l'aide contre le VIH en Afrique du Sud. Learn French with real news — not repetitive drills. This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode. Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.com New episode every day. Lees meer

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  40. A1 French | Hegseth criticises NATO and says US will review presence | Today's Easy News

    19 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— Hegseth renouvelle ses critiques de l'OTAN et dit que les États-Unis vont revoir leur présence— Apple va augmenter ses prix à cause du coût des puces IALearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  41. A1 French | Amazon boss says AI will create new jobs | Today's Easy News

    18 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— Le patron d'Amazon dit que l'IA créera de nouveaux emplois— Les dirigeants de Guinée équatoriale démissionnent après avoir manqué leurs objectifsLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  42. A1 French | Somaliland opens embassy after Israel recognizes it | Today's Easy News

    17 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— Le Somaliland ouvre une ambassade après la reconnaissance d’Israël— La police sauve des centaines de chats volés au VietnamLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  43. A1 French | Japan raises interest rate to highest since 1995 | Today's Easy News

    16 juni 2026 · 5 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— Le Japon augmente son taux d'intérêt au plus haut depuis 1995— Le Japon hausse ses taux pour lutter contre la hausse des prixLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  44. A1 French | UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal | Today's Easy News

    15 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— Le Royaume-Uni et le Japon concluent un accord d’investissement de 18 milliards de livres— Trump soutient l’accord avec l’Iran mais met en garde contre les risquesLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  45. A1 French | Why this World Cup is the most expensive ever | Today's Easy News

    14 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— Pourquoi cette Coupe du Monde est la plus chère— La Suisse prévoit de voter sur une limite de populationLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  46. A1 French | Palestinians Anger Grows as Homes Are Destroyed | Today's Easy News

    13 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— La colère des Palestiniens grandit avec la destruction des maisons— Elon Musk devient le premier trillionnaire grâce au succès de SpaceXLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  47. A1 French | Why This World Cup Costs More Than Ever | Today's Easy News

    12 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— Pourquoi cette Coupe du Monde coûte plus cher que jamais— Le pape Léon visite des îles pour aider les migrants en dangerLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  48. A1 French | Trump says he likes inflation as US prices rise fast | Today's Easy News

    11 juni 2026 · 5 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— Trump dit qu'il aime l'inflation alors que les prix montent vite aux États-Unis— Des scientifiques découvrent un cimetière de baleines vieux de cinq millions d'annéesLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  49. A1 French | Worlds biggest chipmaker may raise prices soon | Today's Easy News

    10 juni 2026 · 6 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— Le plus grand fabricant de puces pourrait bientôt augmenter ses prix— Un nouvel outil d'IA trop puissant mais désormais publicLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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  50. A1 French | Armenia chooses a pro-West government despite Russias pressure | Today's Easy News

    9 juni 2026 · 5 min

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    Today’s stories in A1 French:— L'Arménie choisit un gouvernement pro-occidental malgré la pression russe— L'action SpaceX grimpe alors que Musk prend un gros risqueLearn French with real news — not repetitive drills.This A1 episode uses very simple French, short sentences, and clear speech for true beginners. Listen to two current stories, then review useful vocabulary from the episode.Full transcripts, English translations, vocabulary tools, and comprehension quizzes at linguawire.comNew episode every day. Lees meer

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