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B1 Spanish News | Trump Loses Congress as Markets Face Two Years of Uncertainty
5 november 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: Democrats win control of both chambers of Congress, raising uncertainty about Trump's final two years and the global economy. Also: Ukraine raises the death toll from a Russian attack on an aid centre in Komyshuvakha to 40, while more than 30 people may remain under the rubble.
Hoy: Trump pierde el control del Congreso · Aumenta a 40 la cifra de muertos.
Today’s Spanish focus: fue atacado = was attacked. Vocabulary: El refugio (shelter), Los escombros (rubble), La búsqueda (search).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-11-05
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B1 Spanish News | Iran Rejects U.S. Peace Plan as Tanker Is Hit
4 november 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: Iran calls the U.S. response to a peace proposal unconvincing as a tanker is hit near Oman. Also: Democrats make early gains as Republicans fight to keep control of the U.S. Senate.
Hoy: Irán rechaza la propuesta de paz · Los republicanos defienden su mayoría en el Senado.
Today’s Spanish focus: para que + subjuntivo = so that / in order that. Vocabulary: buque (large ship or vessel), cautela (caution), proyectil (projectile).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-11-04
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B1 Spanish News | Iran Diplomacy Sends Oil Prices Down 7.6%
3 november 2026 · 12 min
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In this episode: Oil prices fall sharply as investors see hope for diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran. Also: The United States will suspend South Africa and Rwanda from duty-free trade benefits under the AGOA program.
Hoy: El petróleo cae ante el diálogo sobre Irán · Estados Unidos suspende ventajas comerciales.
Today’s Spanish focus: si los países cumplen esos requisitos, whether the countries meet those = whether the countries meet those requirements. Vocabulary: arancel (tariff), barrera (barrier), inversión (investment).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-11-03
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B1 Spanish News | Democrats Lead 52%-45% as Trump Disapproval Hits 60%
2 november 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: The UN warns that hostilities could increase in Western Sahara after its 35-year peacekeeping mission ends. Also: A national poll gives Democrats a 52%-45% lead over Republicans before the US midterm elections, while Trump's disapproval reaches 60%.
Hoy: La ONU termina su misión en el Sáhara Occidental · Los demócratas aventajan a los republicanos.
Today’s Spanish focus: pedir que + subjuntivo = to ask that + subjunctive. Vocabulary: la moderación (moderation), la tensión (tension), la estabilidad (stability).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-11-02
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B1 Spanish News | Río Negro Wins 15 Gold Medals in Araucanía Games
1 november 2026 · 10 min
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Sunday special: two stories from the Spanish-speaking world from the past week.
In this episode: Río Negro wins 15 gold medals at the Araucanía Games in southern Chile and remains the tournament's most successful province. Also: Zaña prepares for Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit, highlighting the town's connection to Santo Toribio and its Afro-Peruvian heritage.
Today’s Spanish focus: aunque = although / even though. Vocabulary: el empate (the tie / draw), el podio (the podium), el relevo (the relay race).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-11-01
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B1 Spanish News | Europe Refuses G20 Photo With Russia's Lavrov
31 oktober 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: The US approves the sale of 500 Patriot missiles to Ukraine, but deliveries could take several years and European and Canadian allies will fund the $2.1 billion purchase. Also: The G20 cancels its traditional group photo after European officials refuse to stand alongside Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, exposing deep divisions over Ukraine, Iran.
Hoy: Estados Unidos aprueba 500 misiles Patriot · Europa rechaza una foto con Lavrov.
Today’s Spanish focus: ha dicho que = has said that. Vocabulary: el estrecho (the strait), el comercio (trade), la navegación (navigation).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-31
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B1 Spanish News | US Growth Beats Forecasts as Inflation Reaches 3.6%
30 oktober 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: The US economy grows faster than expected, while inflation rises and consumer confidence weakens. Also: A letter from JD Vance offers Iran a possible path back to diplomacy, linked to nuclear commitments, sanctions relief, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Hoy: La economía crece y la inflación aumenta · Una carta busca retomar la diplomacia.
Today’s Spanish focus: hasta que = until. Vocabulary: El plazo (time period or deadline), La garantía (guarantee), El levantamiento (lifting or removal).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-30
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B1 Spanish News | Microsoft Reports $36.6 Billion Profit After Layoff Offer
29 oktober 2026 · 12 min
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In this episode: A federal judge rejects the US Justice Department's request to separate 20,000 California ballots, though the case may be appealed. Also: Microsoft reports more than $36.6 billion in quarterly profit while offering voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 workers and investing heavily in artificial intelligence.
Hoy: Un juez rechaza separar papeletas en California · Microsoft anuncia beneficios y salidas voluntarias.
Today’s Spanish focus: fue presentada = was presented or was filed. Vocabulary: la plantilla (the workforce or staff), los requisitos (the requirements), el apoyo (support).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-29
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B1 Spanish News | Federal Reserve Faces Inflation at 3.7%
28 oktober 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: Israel's election produces no clear majority, leaving parties to negotiate a new government. Also: The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged as annual inflation rises to 3.7% before the midterm elections.
Hoy: Las elecciones de Israel no dan mayoría clara · La Reserva Federal mantiene los tipos sin cambios.
Today’s Spanish focus: podría, could or might = could or might. Vocabulary: la subida (increase or rise), el precio (price), el empleo (employment or jobs).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-28
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B1 Spanish News | Hormuz Crisis Pushes Up Africa's Food Costs
27 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: A US appeals court rejects the Trump administration's request to set aside about 20,000 California mail-in ballots, allowing the state to continue counting them. Also: The Iran war raises fuel and fertiliser prices across Africa, threatening next year's harvests and food security.
Hoy: Tribunal rechaza apartar papeletas de California · La guerra eleva los costes de los alimentos.
Today’s Spanish focus: afirmó que, said that = said that. Vocabulary: el aumento (the increase), el suministro (the supply), la cosecha (the harvest).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-27
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B1 Spanish News | Trump Weighs Iran Deal as War Threats Rise
26 oktober 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: Donald Trump weighs a deal with Iran against another military operation as threats rise and diplomatic messages continue through intermediaries. Also: The United States reports more than 4,580 measles cases in 2026, with Pennsylvania hit hardest and health officials urging full vaccination.
Hoy: Trump valora un acuerdo con Irán · El brote de sarampión crece en Estados Unidos.
Today’s Spanish focus: sirvió, served; was useful for = served; was useful for. Vocabulary: el brote (outbreak), la dosis (dose), la eficacia (effectiveness).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-26
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B1 Spanish News | Charly García Turns 75 as Argentina Pays Tribute
25 oktober 2026 · 8 min
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Sunday special: two stories from the Spanish-speaking world from the past week.
In this episode: David Bustamante trains to play El Zorro in a Madrid musical opening in December, practicing songs, lines, movement, and stage fencing. Also: Argentina celebrated Charly García's 75th birthday during the week with concerts, tributes, films, books, and a reissue of his music.
Today’s Spanish focus: mucho más = much more. Vocabulary: el escenario (the stage), la espada (the sword), la lucha (the fight or combat).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-25
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B1 Spanish News | PHP Flaws Put 70% of Websites on Alert
24 oktober 2026 · 8 min
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In this episode: The U.S. Justice Department sues Alaska election officials over certifying the Senate results if Republican Senator Daniel S. Sullivan loses, citing possible voter confusion with. Also: Two serious PHP vulnerabilities, hidden for more than a decade, trigger a global cyber-security alert as website owners are urged to check their systems and install updates.
Hoy: Demanda por la elección al Senado en Alaska · Alerta mundial por vulnerabilidades graves en PHP.
Today’s Spanish focus: antes de que, before = before. Vocabulary: la actualización (update), el riesgo (risk), la rapidez (speed).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-24
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B1 Spanish News | Markets Slide 2.6% as Brent Crude Reaches $113
23 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: US markets fall as Iran tensions and doubts about AI investment push Brent crude to $113 a barrel. Also: The US Supreme Court says student IDs cannot be used to vote in New Hampshire's November elections.
Hoy: Caen los mercados por la tensión con Irán · El Supremo prohíbe usar identificaciones estudiantiles.
Today’s Spanish focus: no podrán utilizarse = will not be able to be used. Vocabulary: la papeleta (ballot), la guía (guide), la identidad (identity).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-23
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B1 Spanish News | Kyiv Missile Attack Injures Six as Peace Talks Near
22 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: A missile attack on Kyiv injures six people as Russia signals it may resume peace talks with Ukraine and the United States. Also: Governments temporarily take official websites offline after two serious security vulnerabilities are discovered in PHP, which powers about 70% of websites.
Hoy: Seis heridos en un ataque contra Kyiv · Graves fallos de seguridad en PHP.
Today’s Spanish focus: no se conocen, are not known = are not known. Vocabulary: la contraseña (password), el fallo (fault or flaw), la cuenta (account).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-22
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B1 Spanish News | AI Stocks Slide 5.5% as Investors Rethink the Boom
21 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: Ukraine says intelligence sharing with the US now works after talks in Oslo, while Russia faces pressure to respond as drone attacks continue. Also: The Nasdaq 100 fell 5.5% as investors reassessed AI companies' potential returns, although the long-term transformation may continue.
Hoy: Zelenski: el intercambio de inteligencia funciona · Dudas sobre el valor de las empresas de IA.
Today’s Spanish focus: fue = was. Vocabulary: La caída (the fall or drop), La pérdida (the loss), El rendimiento (the return or performance).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-21
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B1 Spanish News | Why the US Government Banned DeepSeek AI
20 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: The US bans DeepSeek from most civilian government systems amid security concerns and technology rivalry with China. Also: France imposes overnight curfews and other restrictions after riots and looting, with more than 2,500 arrests and about 1,000 injured police officers.
Hoy: Estados Unidos prohíbe DeepSeek en agencias civiles · Francia impone toques de queda tras disturbios.
Today’s Spanish focus: dijo que = said that. Vocabulary: El saqueo (looting), La detención (arrest or detention), El daño (damage).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-20
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B1 Spanish News | Trump Pauses Russia Sanctions to Keep Talks Alive
19 oktober 2026 · 8 min
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In this episode: Trump suspends several Russia sanctions for 60 days to keep peace negotiations going, while Zelensky calls support for Putin a historic mistake. Also: The World Food Programme warns that nearly 1.4 million people in Gaza face acute food insecurity as fragile aid efforts confront insecurity and funding shortages.
Hoy: Trump suspende sanciones contra Rusia · La inseguridad alimentaria en Gaza.
Today’s Spanish focus: ya no, no longer = no longer. Vocabulary: La hambruna (famine), El refugio (shelter), El recipiente (container).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-19
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B1 Spanish News | Lima Offers 39 European Films for Free
18 oktober 2026 · 8 min
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Sunday special: two stories from the Spanish-speaking world from the past week.
In this episode: This week, Mexico City began its Cempasúchil flower festival on Paseo de la Reforma for the Day of the Dead celebrations. Also: Lima's European Film Festival will show 39 free films at 23 venues, with 95 screenings from October 20 to 29.
Today’s Spanish focus: comprarlas = to buy them. Vocabulary: la sede (venue), el aforo (maximum capacity), la función (film screening).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-18
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B1 Spanish News | Why Ukraine Hit a Russian Refinery Near Moscow
17 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Ukraine strikes a major oil refinery near Moscow as both sides continue attacks on energy targets. Also: Technology stocks fall on Wall Street as investors worry about the debt needed to build AI data centers.
Hoy: Ucrania ataca una refinería cerca de Moscú · Caen las acciones tecnológicas en Wall Street.
Today’s Spanish focus: podría = could; might. Vocabulary: la deuda (debt), los ingresos (income; revenue), el préstamo (loan).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-17
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B1 Spanish News | Yemen Palace Hit by Five Houthi Missiles
16 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Five ballistic missiles hit Yemen's presidential palace in Aden, killing five people and injuring 16. The Houthis and the Yemeni government gave different accounts of the target. Also: The Trump administration sued California over a list of roughly 20,000 alleged noncitizen voters. California questioned the list and the 48-hour deadline to review it.
Hoy: Cinco misiles alcanzan el palacio presidencial · Demanda contra California por registros de votantes.
Today’s Spanish focus: puede, can; may; be able to = can; may; be able to. Vocabulary: el plazo (the deadline; the time limit), la ciudadanía (citizenship), el voto (the vote).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-16
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B1 Spanish News | U.S. Inflation Reaches 3.7% Before Midterm Elections
15 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: U.S. inflation reaches 3.7% before the November midterm elections, as energy costs push up prices and wages lag behind. Also: Ukraine questions whether the U.S. withheld early warnings before Russian missile and drone attacks that killed six people and left about 600,000 without power.
Hoy: La inflación sube al 3,7% en Estados Unidos · Ucrania cuestiona los avisos tempranos de Estados Unidos.
Today’s Spanish focus: el = the. Vocabulary: aviso (warning), lanzamiento (launch), oleada (wave).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-15
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B1 Spanish News | IPCC Climate Report Could Move From 2028 to 2029
14 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Russian ballistic missiles hit a key power plant and an apartment building in Kyiv, killing one person and injuring 13. Also: Russia, Saudi Arabia, India, and China push to delay the IPCC's AR7 climate report from 2028 to 2029.
Hoy: Ataque ruso contra una central de Kyiv · Presión para retrasar el informe climático.
Today’s Spanish focus: el pluscuamperfecto = the pluperfect. Vocabulary: la cumbre (summit), el retraso (delay), la presión (pressure).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-14
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B1 Spanish News | Why the EU Is Limiting Chinese Hybrid Cars
13 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Saudi Arabia says it intercepted three missiles aimed at Riyadh and that the airport will remain closed after deadly attacks. Also: The EU will limit Chinese hybrid-vehicle imports to 350,000 cars a year, while vehicles made inside the EU are excluded.
Hoy: Nuevos ataques contra Riad · Límite europeo a vehículos chinos.
Today’s Spanish focus: han atacado = have attacked. Vocabulary: la cuota (quota), el arancel (tariff), la aduana (customs).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-13
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B1 Spanish News | Sailors Offered Five Times Their Pay to Cross Hormuz
12 oktober 2026 · 8 min
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In this episode: Sailors are offered up to five times their regular salary to cross the dangerous Strait of Hormuz, where attacks on vessels continue. Also: At least 139 migrants, including 15 children, die after a boat carrying 305 people capsizes off Djibouti; about 82 are rescued.
Hoy: Marineros reciben cinco veces su salario · Naufragio mortal frente a Yibuti.
Today’s Spanish focus: ocurrió = happened or occurred. Vocabulary: la pobreza (poverty), la inseguridad (insecurity), el peligro (danger).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-12
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B1 Spanish News | Messi Plays His Final Match for Argentina
11 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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Sunday special: two stories from the Spanish-speaking world from the past week.
In this episode: This week, Lionel Messi played his final match for Argentina before an emotional farewell in Buenos Aires. Also: This week, we explored how Amazon's MEX6 distribution center reflects the growth of online shopping and delivery in Mexico.
Today’s Spanish focus: Dijo que había sido un orgullo defender esa camiseta durante más de 20 años = He said that defending that shirt for more than 20 years had been an honor. Vocabulary: El almacén (warehouse), El pasillo (aisle), La ubicación (location).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-11
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B1 Spanish News | A Giant Waterlily Hidden in Colombia Faces Extinction
10 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Scientists identify a giant waterlily hidden in Colombia's flooded jungle, but the critically endangered species needs urgent protection. Also: NASA seeks companies to develop private space stations that could replace the International Space Station from 2030.
Hoy: Nuevo nenúfar gigante en la selva colombiana · NASA busca estaciones espaciales privadas.
Today’s Spanish focus: querer + infinitivo = to want to + infinitive. Vocabulary: la selva (jungle or rainforest), el hallazgo (discovery or important finding), la hoja (leaf).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-10
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B1 Spanish News | Samsung Forecasts $80bn Profit as AI Chip Demand Soars
9 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Samsung forecasts record profits as strong demand for AI memory chips drives sales and raises prices. Also: Google unveils Gemini, an autonomous workplace agent that can handle tasks and connect with apps such as Gmail, Slack, and Microsoft 365.
Hoy: Samsung prevé beneficios récord por los chips · Google presenta Gemini para tareas de oficina.
Today’s Spanish focus: puede conectarse, can connect = can connect. Vocabulary: la tarea (task), la nube (cloud), el equipo (team).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-09
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B1 Spanish News | Mistral's 1 Trillion-Parameter Model Challenges Big AI
8 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: French company Mistral releases Le Chonk, a one-trillion-parameter open-weight model designed to compete with leading systems and support specialized work. Also: A study finds Zavodovski Island lost more than 680,000 chinstrap penguins between 2011 and 2025, a 63 percent population decline.
Hoy: Mistral presenta un modelo de pesos abiertos · Zavodovski pierde miles de pingüinos de barbijo.
Today’s Spanish focus: fue entrenado, was trained = was trained. Vocabulary: los pesos (weights), el rendimiento (performance), los recursos (resources).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-08
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B1 Spanish News | Why Giorgia Meloni Is Trademarking Her Voice
7 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Francis Halzen wins the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on IceCube and high-energy neutrinos. Also: Giorgia Meloni applies to trademark her voice to protect herself from AI deepfakes.
Hoy: Francis Halzen gana el Nobel de Física · Meloni solicita registrar su voz como marca.
Today’s Spanish focus: la = her / it. Vocabulary: La solicitud (application or formal request), La grabación (recording), La falsificación (forgery or fake copy).
Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-b1-2026-10-07
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B1 Spanish News | Brazil's Election Heads for a Close Runoff
6 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Norway proposes a temporary ban on AI glasses in selected public places over privacy concerns. Also: Flávio Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first presidential round, but faces Lula in a close runoff on 25 October.
Hoy: Noruega limita las gafas con inteligencia artificial · Bolsonaro gana la primera vuelta en Brasil.
Today’s Spanish focus: como, because = because. Vocabulary: el voto (vote), el sondeo (poll), la vuelta (round).
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B1 Spanish News | Anthropic's $31 Billion AI Datacentre Faces Local Resistance
5 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: Elfyn Evans wins his first World Rally Championship title after Oliver Solberg crashes two corners from the finish. Also: Residents in rural Queensland oppose Anthropic's proposed $31 billion datacentre because of concerns about energy, noise and its location.
Hoy: Evans gana el Mundial de Rallies · Oposición a un gran centro de datos.
Today’s Spanish focus: arrebatarle = to take the championship away from him. Vocabulary: la inquietud (concern), el ruido (noise), la petición (petition).
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B1 Spanish News | Why Is OpenAI Reviewing 50 Petabytes of Data?
4 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: OpenAI reviews 50 petabytes of data after unauthorized agent activity on websites, including an Australian government site. Also: Kevin Sinfield completes seven ultramarathons in seven days and raises money for motor neurone disease causes.
Hoy: OpenAI revisa 50 petabytes de datos · Sinfield completa siete ultramaratones.
Today’s Spanish focus: tardaría = would take. Vocabulary: daño (damage), cuidado (care), consecuencia (consequence).
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B1 Spanish News | Why Alibaba's Qwen AI Avoids Sensitive Topics
3 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: Researchers say Alibaba's Qwen AI gives China-friendly answers and avoids sensitive political topics, despite being downloaded more than 3 billion times. Also: Uzbekistan won the 2026 Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, while young players set notable records.
Hoy: Qwen evita asuntos políticos sensibles · Uzbekistán gana la Olimpiada de Ajedrez.
Today’s Spanish focus: el pretérito indefinido = the simple past. Vocabulary: La ronda (round), El encuentro (match), La partida (game).
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B1 Spanish News | How AI Could Change Southeast Asia's Elections
2 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Google launches a refrigerator-sized satellite to test AI computing in space. Also: An AI-powered influence operation in Malaysia raises fears about election disinformation across Southeast Asia.
Hoy: Google prueba la inteligencia artificial en el espacio · La IA aumenta los riesgos electorales en Malasia.
Today’s Spanish focus: más = more. Vocabulary: la órbita (orbit), la sombra (shadow), el lanzamiento (launch).
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B1 Spanish News | Why Nikon Is Rechecking a Scientific Video
1 oktober 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Nikon rechecks a winning scientific video after scientists question whether AI processing changed essential elements. Also: Georgia Tech develops an implant network that sends electrical signals through body tissue instead of antennas and radio waves.
Hoy: Nikon revisa un vídeo científico ganador · Implantes transmiten señales por los tejidos.
Today’s Spanish focus: puedan coordinarse entre sí = can coordinate with each other. Vocabulary: señal (signal), antena (antenna), tejido (tissue).
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B1 Spanish News | Luxury Apartments Found Inside an Indonesian Prison
30 september 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: Oura postpones its planned US stock-market listing, which could value the company at $15 billion. Also: Five Indonesian prison officials are suspended after luxury apartments are discovered inside Cibinong prison.
Hoy: Oura aplaza su salida a bolsa · Apartamentos de lujo en una prisión.
Today’s Spanish focus: fueron suspendidos, were suspended = were suspended. Vocabulary: las acciones (shares or stocks), aplazar (to postpone), la ganancia (profit).
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B1 Spanish News | Why South Korea Is Angry With Ukraine
29 september 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: England's government lowers the deposit needed for a first home, but the plan carries risks. Also: South Korea protests after Ukraine publicly reveals the transfer of two North Korean soldiers.
Hoy: Ayuda para comprar la primera vivienda · Protesta por soldados norcoreanos.
Today’s Spanish focus: tener que = to have to. Vocabulary: el depósito (deposit), la vivienda (home or housing), construir (to build).
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B1 Spanish News | US Wins Its 11th Presidents Cup After Comeback
28 september 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: The United States comes from three points behind to beat the Internationals 17-13 and win an 11th consecutive Presidents Cup. Also: Two bodies are recovered after an avalanche hits a climbing group's base camp in Nepal, while around a dozen people remain missing.
Hoy: Estados Unidos completa una gran remontada · Dos cuerpos tras una avalancha en Nepal.
Today’s Spanish focus: habían quedado, had been = had been left or had fallen behind. Vocabulary: remontada (comeback), hoyo (hole), capitán (captain).
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B1 Spanish News | Why Lula Is Blocking Brazil's Sports Betting
27 september 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: Tesla starts producing its Semi, but the electric truck still needs a much larger charging network. Also: Brazilian President Lula bans fixed-odds sports betting to address family debt, while the measure faces congressional and political debate.
Hoy: El Tesla Semi necesita más cargadores · Lula prohíbe las apuestas de cuota fija.
Today’s Spanish focus: recorra, to travel or cover a distance = to travel or cover a distance. Vocabulary: la batería (battery), el gasto (expense), el ahorro (saving).
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B1 Spanish News | Why Ebola Is Hard to Stop in DR Congo
26 september 2026 · 11 min
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In this episode: Ebola spreads to two new health zones in DR Congo, where conflict and displacement make contact tracing and medical access difficult. Also: Hurricane Polo returns to Category 5 strength off Mexico, bringing risks from rain, flooding, mudslides, waves, and dangerous currents.
Hoy: El brote de ébola llega a 63 zonas · Polo vuelve a categoría 5 frente a México.
Today’s Spanish focus: se ha extendido, has spread = has spread. Vocabulary: el brote (the outbreak), la frontera (the border), el desplazamiento (displacement).
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B1 Spanish News | Lowe's Drones Deliver Over 100 Home Improvement Products
25 september 2026 · 12 min
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In this episode: Lowe's launches a DoorDash and Wing drone delivery pilot in North Carolina, offering over 100 home improvement products, with some deliveries arriving in as little as 20 minutes. Also: The US Senate again rejects a war powers resolution linked to the Iran war by 49 votes to 50, despite support from four Republican senators and almost all Democrats.
Hoy: Lowe's prueba entregas con drones · El Senado rechaza otra resolución sobre Irán.
Today’s Spanish focus: podría, could or might = could or might. Vocabulary: entrega (delivery), pedido (order), ruido (noise).
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B1 Spanish News | Can Ukraine's Drone Tech Help the U.S.?
24 september 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: Ukraine is close to a major drone-defense agreement with the United States, and its technology may help protect U.S. bases in the Middle East. Also: A former NASA chief warns that China's push to lead in space is part of a wider high-stakes race, including the 2023 spy balloon episode.
Hoy: Ucrania y EE. UU. cerca de un acuerdo · Bill Nelson alerta sobre China y la Luna.
Today’s Spanish focus: empezó a apuntar (began to target) = began to target. Vocabulary: acuerdo (agreement), contraparte (counterpart), liderazgo (leadership).
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B1 Spanish News | Can Toyota's 400,000 Robots Work With Humans?
23 september 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: A family keeps pressing for justice after a grand jury said there was not enough evidence for charges in Nolan Wells' death. Also: Toyota is training humanoid robots with workers and says the goal is coexistence, not replacement.
Hoy: La familia sigue pidiendo justicia · Toyota entrena robots con trabajadores.
Today’s Spanish focus: no había pruebas suficientes, there was not enough evidence = there was not enough evidence. Vocabulary: el jurado (the jury), la autopsia (the autopsy), la justicia (justice).
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B1 Spanish News | Can Nissan Create More U.S. Jobs?
22 september 2026 · 8 min
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In this episode: Nissan wants to raise U.S. production by adding a third shift, which could mean hundreds or even thousands of new jobs at its Tennessee plant. Also: Australia joins more than 20 countries in calling for human oversight of AI, with leaders warning about safety risks, shared rules, and keeping people in control.
Hoy: Nissan quiere más producción en EE. UU · Australia pide control humano para la IA.
Today’s Spanish focus: quiere fabricar más coches (to want to make more cars) = to want to make more cars. Vocabulary: planta (plant), turno (shift), fábrica (factory).
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B1 Spanish News | Can Canadian Dairy Farmers Absorb Trump's Tariff Shock?
21 september 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: Trump's 50% tariff slows Canadian dairy sales and squeezes one farm's daily milk flow. Also: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang dismisses extreme AI extinction warnings and argues for responsible development.
Hoy: Arancel frena la leche canadiense · Huang rechaza el miedo a la IA.
Today’s Spanish focus: están frenando, are slowing down = are slowing down. Vocabulary: la leche (milk), el arancel (tariff), la demanda (demand).
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B1 Spanish News | Can Protesters Save the Kennedy Center?
20 september 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Hundreds of activists form a human chain outside the Kennedy Center, demanding Trump be removed as chairman after threats to close or demolish it. Also: Reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico are denied White House access after Trump announces a ban, sparking disputes over press freedom.
Hoy: Manifestantes forman cadena humana · Reporteros quedan fuera de la Casa Blanca.
Today’s Spanish focus: se les negó la entrada = they were denied entry. Vocabulary: cadena (chain), reunieron (they gathered), manos (hands).
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B1 Spanish News | Can Keely Hodgkinson Win in a Speed Suit?
19 september 2026 · 9 min
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In this episode: Keely Hodgkinson wins the 800 meters in London, then gets a Tiffany crown and attention for her custom black speed suit. Also: The FAA plans an AI tool called SMART to help controllers manage crowded air traffic in Washington before a wider rollout.
Hoy: Hodgkinson gana con traje rápido · La FAA prueba IA para el tráfico aéreo.
Today’s Spanish focus: Cerró su temporada, to closed her season = to closed her season. Vocabulary: escapó (broke away), llamada (attention-grabbing), victoria (victory).
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B1 Spanish News | New Cat Species Found After 100 Years
18 september 2026 · 10 min
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In this episode: Scientists identify a tiny wild cat in Bolivia, after it was first kept as a family pet, and explain why the find matters for conservation. Also: Asian trading nations are sending more ships through the Arctic as Middle East chokepoints grow more risky and new routes open up.
Hoy: Nuevo felino en Bolivia · Más barcos por el Ártico.
Today’s Spanish focus: casi no podía creer lo pequeño que era, I could hardly believe how small it was = I could hardly believe how small it was. Vocabulary: el refugio (animal sanctuary; shelter), el bosque (forest), vivir (to live).
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B1 Spanish News | Luis de la Fuente Stays to Lead Spain to 2032
17 september 2026 · 8 min
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In this episode: Spain keeps Luis de la Fuente in charge with a new contract that runs until 2032, a big sign of trust after recent success and before the 2030 World Cup. Also: Fuel prices jump sharply across Syria, with diesel and petrol rising fast and protests breaking out as transport and food costs climb.
Hoy: Luis de la Fuente sigue hasta 2032 · Sube el combustible en Siria.
Today’s Spanish focus: ha aceptado una ampliación de contrato = has agreed to a contract extension. Vocabulary: ampliación (extension), al mando (in charge), estabilidad (stability).
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