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The Guardian
politics·
1h ago

Jeremy Hanley obituary

Popular and cheerful party chair under John Major whose career fell victim to vicious infighting over Europe

中文導讀

前保守黨主席 Jeremy Hanley 離世,終年 79 歲。佢喺 John Major 執政時期擔任黨主席,性格開朗且深得民心,但當時保守黨內部因歐洲議題陷入嚴重內鬥,令佢嘅政治生涯受到極大衝擊。呢段歷史反映咗英國政壇長期以來對歐洲政策嘅分歧,亦係理解英國保守黨發展嘅重要一頁。

Jeremy Hanley obituary
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Vocabulary 生字

Obituary

Noun名詞

訃聞;悼文

EN

I read the obituary in the local newspaper to find out about the passing of a former teacher.

我睇咗報紙入面嘅訃聞,得知一位前老師離世嘅消息。

Infighting

Noun名詞

內部鬥爭;內訌

EN

The constant infighting within the committee is preventing us from making any real progress.

委員會入面不斷嘅內部鬥爭,令我哋無法取得任何實質進展。

Victim

Noun名詞

受害者;犧牲品

EN

He felt like a victim of circumstances when the company suddenly decided to downsize.

當公司突然決定裁員時,佢覺得自己係環境下嘅犧牲品。

The Guardian
news·
1h ago

Calls for inquiry into ‘all royal finances’ after Andrew subletting revelations

MPs urged to push for ‘radical reform’ after NAO finds former prince made income from Royal Lodge properties

中文導讀

英國 NAO 近期發現 Prince Andrew 透過 Royal Lodge 物業賺取額外收入,引發 Westminster 議員強烈不滿。多位議員要求對王室所有財政狀況進行全面調查,並推動徹底改革。呢單新聞反映公眾對王室財政透明度嘅要求日益增加,亦令英國政府面臨更大壓力,需要重新審視王室資產管理嘅問責機制,避免公帑運用出現爭議。

Calls for inquiry into ‘all royal finances’ after Andrew subletting revelations
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Vocabulary 生字

Inquiry

Noun名詞

正式調查、查詢

EN

The local council has launched an inquiry into the cause of the recent power outage.

地方議會已經針對最近停電嘅原因展開調查。

Sublet

Verb動詞

轉租、分租

EN

Check your tenancy agreement carefully to see if you are allowed to sublet your room to others.

睇清楚你份租約,確認係咪獲准將房間分租畀其他人。

Radical

Adjective形容詞

徹底的、激進的

EN

The company decided to make radical changes to its marketing strategy to boost sales.

公司決定對市場營銷策略進行徹底改革,以提升銷售額。

The Guardian
politics·
1h ago

Starmer says questions need to be asked over Nowak case but rejects ‘two-tier policing’ claim

PM rebuffs US state department’s criticism, adding police response to murder of Henry Nowak is under review

中文導讀

英國首相 Keir Starmer 近日回應 Henry Nowak 謀殺案引發嘅爭議,佢強調警方處理手法值得檢討,但就強烈否認英國存在「兩級制執法」(two-tier policing)。呢件事之所以重要,係因為美國國務院早前公開批評英國警方執法不公,令 Keir Starmer 必須喺英國時間星期五出面澄清,以維護英國司法制度嘅公信力,避免國際社會對英國治安產生誤解。

Starmer says questions need to be asked over Nowak case but rejects ‘two-tier policing’ claim
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Vocabulary 生字

rebuff

Verb動詞

斷然拒絕、回絕(建議或批評)

EN

The manager decided to rebuff the employee's request for a salary increase.

經理決定斷然拒絕該員工加薪嘅請求。

criticism

Noun名詞

批評、指責

EN

It is important to accept constructive criticism to improve your work performance.

接受建設性嘅批評對提升工作表現好重要。

review

Noun名詞

審查、檢討

EN

The company is conducting a thorough review of its safety procedures.

公司正對其安全程序進行全面檢討。

The Guardian
football·
2h ago

Celtic to confirm appointment of Martin O’Neill after Robbie Keane backlash

Celtic are expected to name Martin O’Neill as their permanent manager after supporters protested against Robbie Keane because he has worked in Israel

中文導讀

Celtic 準備委任 Martin O’Neill 為新任領隊。事緣球會原先考慮 Robbie Keane,但因為佢過去喺 Israel 嘅工作背景引起球迷強烈反彈,最終令管理層改變主意。呢件事反映咗英國足球界對於球員及教練嘅政治立場非常敏感,球迷嘅輿論壓力往往會直接影響球會嘅人事決定,亦係移英港人了解當地體育文化同社會價值觀嘅一個好例子。

Celtic to confirm appointment of Martin O’Neill after Robbie Keane backlash
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Vocabulary 生字

backlash

Noun名詞

強烈反對;抵制

EN

The company faced a severe backlash from customers after increasing their prices without notice.

嗰間公司喺無預先通知下加價,結果面臨客戶嘅強烈反對。

permanent

Adjective形容詞

永久的;長期的

EN

She is looking for a permanent job rather than a temporary contract.

佢想搵一份長期工作,而唔係短期合約。

protest

Verb動詞

抗議;反對

EN

Local residents gathered to protest against the plan to build a new factory in the park.

當地居民聚集起來,抗議喺公園起新工廠嘅計劃。

The Guardian
sport·
2h ago

Zverev defeats Mensik to set up French Open final opportunity he cannot afford to miss

Alexander Zverev moved within a match of an elusive first grand slam title by defeating Jakub Mensik 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 at Roland Garros

中文導讀

Alexander Zverev 喺 Roland Garros 擊敗 Jakub Mensik,成功打入四強。對於呢位網壇名將嚟講,今次係佢爭奪生涯首個大滿貫冠軍嘅黃金機會。雖然佢過往喺大賽表現反覆,但今次狀態大勇,英國時間星期五嘅賽事將會係佢證明自己實力嘅關鍵一戰,絕對唔可以再錯失呢個登頂良機。

Zverev defeats Mensik to set up French Open final opportunity he cannot afford to miss
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Vocabulary 生字

elusive

Adjective形容詞

難以捉摸的、難以達到的

EN

Success has remained elusive for the team despite their hard work.

儘管團隊努力工作,但成功對他們而言仍然遙不可及。

afford

Verb動詞

負擔得起、承擔得起(後果)

EN

We cannot afford to make any more mistakes on this project.

我們在這個項目上已經承擔不起再犯任何錯誤了。

opportunity

Noun名詞

機會、良機

EN

Moving abroad gave me a great opportunity to learn a new language.

移居海外給了我一個學習新語言的絕佳機會。

The Guardian
sport·
2h ago

French Open finals, Monaco GP and World Cup warm-ups for England and Scotland – follow with us

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports

中文導讀

今個週末體壇盛事連連,包括 French Open 決賽、Monaco GP 賽車,仲有 England 同 Scotland 嘅 World Cup 熱身賽。對於移英港人嚟講,呢啲賽事係融入當地社交圈子嘅好話題。大家可以透過各大媒體嘅實時報道,緊貼英國時間週末期間嘅最新賽果同專業分析,唔使怕錯過任何精彩時刻。

French Open finals, Monaco GP and World Cup warm-ups for England and Scotland – follow with us
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Vocabulary 生字

Coverage

Noun名詞

新聞報道;覆蓋範圍

EN

The local newspaper provides extensive coverage of community events.

呢份地區報紙提供咗關於社區活動嘅廣泛報道。

Up-to-the-minute

Adjective形容詞

最新嘅;即時嘅

EN

I check the app for up-to-the-minute weather updates before leaving home.

我出門前會睇個應用程式,獲取最新嘅天氣資訊。

Warm-up

Noun名詞

熱身;準備活動

EN

Doing a proper warm-up before exercising can help prevent injuries.

做運動前進行適當嘅熱身,有助於預防受傷。

The Guardian
football·
2h ago

Chris Richards’s World Cup in doubt as ankle injury rules USMNT defender out for Germany friendly

Mauricio Pochettino said US training staff are still assessing the defender, who has not played since a 17 May game against Brentford

中文導讀

USMNT 後衛 Chris Richards 因為足踝受傷,將會缺席對陣 Germany 嘅友誼賽。Mauricio Pochettino 表示醫療團隊仲評估緊佢嘅傷勢,自從 5 月 17 號對陣 Brentford 嘅賽事後,Chris Richards 就一直未有上陣。對於球隊嚟講,佢能否趕及喺 World Cup 前復出仍然係一個未知數,呢個傷患亦令球隊嘅防線調動增添唔少變數。

Chris Richards’s World Cup in doubt as ankle injury rules USMNT defender out for Germany friendly
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Vocabulary 生字

doubt

Noun名詞

懷疑、不確定性

EN

There is some doubt about whether the train will arrive on time due to the heavy snow.

由於大雪,火車能否準時到達存在一些不確定性。

assess

Verb動詞

評估、評價

EN

The landlord came to the flat to assess the damage after the water leak.

漏水後,房東來到公寓評估損壞情況。

friendly

Noun名詞

友誼賽(體育賽事)

EN

Our local community team is playing a friendly against a neighbouring village this weekend.

我們當地的社區球隊這個週末會與鄰村進行一場友誼賽。

The Guardian
politics·
2h ago

‘Violence is a red line’: could Nigel Farage’s ‘pure, cold rage’ rhetoric damage his brand?

Reform UK leader looks spooked by far-right Restore and risks undermining efforts to appeal to moderate voters

中文導讀

Reform UK 黨魁 Nigel Farage 近期面對黨內極右勢力抬頭,佢擔心呢種激進情緒會令佢一直想爭取嘅溫和派選民卻步。Nigel Farage 強調暴力係「紅線」,試圖同極端言論劃清界線。呢場政治博弈反映出 Nigel Farage 喺 Westminster 嘅影響力正受到考驗,佢必須喺維持強硬形象同吸納主流選民之間攞個平衡,否則會嚴重損害佢嘅政治品牌。

‘Violence is a red line’: could Nigel Farage’s ‘pure, cold rage’ rhetoric damage his brand?
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Vocabulary 生字

Rhetoric

Noun名詞

修辭、言論(通常指具說服力但未必真誠嘅說話)

EN

The politician's rhetoric failed to convince the public during the debate.

嗰位政治人物嘅言論喺辯論期間未能說服公眾。

Undermine

Verb動詞

削弱、損害(信心、權威等)

EN

Constant criticism can undermine a child's self-confidence.

持續嘅批評會削弱小朋友嘅自信心。

Moderate

Adjective形容詞

溫和的、中庸的

EN

She holds moderate views on most social issues.

佢對大部分社會議題都持有溫和嘅觀點。

The Guardian
football·
2h ago

Fifa expanding AI use at World Cup to reduce amount of abuse seen by players

Fifa will expand the use of AI at the World Cup to reduce the amount of abusive messages that teams and players are exposed to on social media

中文導讀

Fifa 宣佈喺嚟緊嘅 World Cup 擴大應用 AI 技術,目的係過濾社交媒體上針對球員嘅惡意留言。隨住網上欺凌問題日益嚴重,呢項技術可以自動偵測並隱藏侮辱性內容,減少球員接觸到負面訊息嘅機會,保障佢哋嘅心理健康。對於喺英國生活嘅港人嚟講,呢類 AI 監測技術喺職場同社交平台亦越嚟越普遍,值得留意網上言論嘅法律責任。

Fifa expanding AI use at World Cup to reduce amount of abuse seen by players
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Vocabulary 生字

Abusive

Adjective形容詞

辱罵的、惡言相向的

EN

The company has a zero-tolerance policy towards abusive language in the workplace.

公司對職場上的辱罵性語言採取零容忍政策。

Expose

Verb動詞

使接觸到、使面臨(某種情況)

EN

Children should not be exposed to violent content on the internet.

兒童不應接觸到互聯網上的暴力內容。

Reduce

Verb動詞

減少、降低

EN

We are trying to reduce our monthly expenses by cooking at home more often.

我們正嘗試透過多在家煮食來減少每月的開支。

The Guardian
news·
2h ago

How did the notion of ‘two-tier policing’ evolve, and does it really exist?

Data discredits claims reawakened by the death of Henry Nowak that UK police actions disadvantage white people

中文導讀

英國近期關於「two-tier policing」嘅爭議越演越烈,有人質疑警方執法存在雙重標準,對待唔同族群有偏頗。不過,數據顯示呢種指控缺乏實質根據。對於移英港人嚟講,理解呢類社會輿論點樣透過社交媒體發酵,以及官方點樣用數據回應指控,係融入英國社會、了解當地法治運作嘅重要一環,唔好輕易被網上流言誤導。

How did the notion of ‘two-tier policing’ evolve, and does it really exist?
A

Vocabulary 生字

discredit

Verb動詞

使人懷疑;證明……是錯誤的

EN

The new evidence helped to discredit the theory that had been accepted for years.

新的證據有助於推翻那套已被接受多年的理論。

notion

Noun名詞

概念;觀念;想法

EN

I have no notion of what you are talking about.

我完全不知道你在說什麼。

evolve

Verb動詞

演變;發展

EN

The company has evolved from a small family business into a global corporation.

這家公司已經從一家小型家族企業演變成一家全球性公司。

The Guardian
politics·
5 Jun, 16:42

Burnham pledges business rate cuts for pubs, cafes and other small businesses

Greater Manchester mayor’s proposals amount to a notable criticism of Keir Starmer’s policy in the area

中文導讀

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham 提出減免小型企業商業差餉,包括酒吧同咖啡店,呢個舉動被視為對英國首相 Keir Starmer 現行政策嘅一種挑戰。對於喺英國經營小生意或者關注地方經濟嘅港人嚟講,呢個政策走向值得留意,因為佢反映咗地方政府同中央政府喺經濟支援策略上嘅分歧,可能會影響未來嘅稅務負擔。

Burnham pledges business rate cuts for pubs, cafes and other small businesses
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Vocabulary 生字

pledge

Verb動詞

承諾、保證

EN

The local council pledged to improve the quality of public parks in the neighborhood.

地方議會承諾改善社區內公園嘅質素。

notable

Adjective形容詞

顯著的、值得注意的

EN

There has been a notable increase in the number of people cycling to work recently.

最近踩單車返工嘅人數有顯著增加。

proposal

Noun名詞

提議、建議

EN

The committee is currently reviewing the proposal to build a new community center.

委員會目前正審閱關於興建新社區中心嘅提議。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 16:03

Inside one man’s botched deportation: seven flights, two swallowed batteries and a staggering bill for the UK taxpayer

Omar is married to a British woman, has a British son and was given a single non-custodial sentence nine years ago. Nonetheless, the Home Office was determined to deport him – whatever the cost

中文導讀

Home Office 喺處理 Omar 嘅遣返個案上,展現出極度強硬甚至不惜工本嘅態度。儘管 Omar 已經喺英國落地生根,有英籍太太同仔女,亦只係九年前犯過輕罪,但當局依然堅持要將佢遣返。呢單案反映出英國移民政策嘅僵化,即使涉及龐大公帑開支同人道考量,當局依然無視家庭團聚嘅重要性,值得移英港人關注英國移民執法嘅嚴苛程度。

Inside one man’s botched deportation: seven flights, two swallowed batteries and a staggering bill for the UK taxpayer
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Vocabulary 生字

botched

Adjective形容詞

搞砸的、拙劣的

EN

The company had to apologize for the botched delivery of the furniture.

間公司要為嗰次搞砸咗嘅傢俬送貨服務道歉。

staggering

Adjective形容詞

驚人的、令人難以置信的

EN

The project cost a staggering amount of money, exceeding the initial budget.

嗰個項目花咗一筆驚人嘅錢,遠超最初嘅預算。

non-custodial

Adjective形容詞

非監禁的(指刑罰)

EN

The judge decided to give the offender a non-custodial sentence, such as community service.

法官決定判處嗰位違法者非監禁刑罰,例如社會服務令。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 16:00

$6,000 on tickets, a dodgy hostel and a seaplane: my Socceroos World Cup odyssey is about to begin

I’ve followed the Socceroos at three World Cups but this one is different and the usual anticipation is tempered by feelings of dread and uncertainty

中文導讀

呢篇報道講述一位忠實球迷追隨澳洲國家足球隊 Socceroos 出征世界盃嘅經歷。雖然佢過去有豐富嘅觀賽經驗,但今屆賽事令佢感到憂慮同不安。對於移英港人嚟講,呢篇文反映咗大型體育盛事背後嘅物流挑戰同心理壓力,提醒大家喺規劃長途旅行時,除咗預算開支,仲要考慮住宿質素同行程安排嘅不確定性,避免遇上 dodgy 嘅住宿安排。

$6,000 on tickets, a dodgy hostel and a seaplane: my Socceroos World Cup odyssey is about to begin
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Vocabulary 生字

Dodgy

Adjective形容詞

不可靠的、有問題的、品質低劣的

EN

The restaurant looked a bit dodgy, so we decided to eat somewhere else.

嗰間餐廳睇落有啲唔妥,所以我哋決定去第二度食。

Anticipation

Noun名詞

期待、預期

EN

There was a lot of anticipation before the concert started.

演唱會開始之前,現場充滿咗期待感。

Tempered

Verb動詞

緩和、減弱、調節

EN

Her excitement was tempered by the news of the bad weather.

佢嘅興奮心情因為天氣唔好嘅消息而變得平靜咗。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 15:59

Chwalinksa on edge of history after slicing through French Open one paper cut at a time

Brilliant defensive skills and craft have propelled world No 114 from qualifying into Roland Garros final but Mirra Andreeva has the game to match

中文導讀

世界排名 114 嘅 Maja Chwalinska 喺 Roland Garros 表現亮眼,由外圍賽一路殺入決賽,展現出極高嘅防守技巧同戰術素養。雖然佢即將創造歷史,但決賽對手 Mirra Andreeva 實力同樣唔容小覷。呢場賽事唔單止係體能嘅比拼,更係心理質素嘅考驗,絕對值得網球迷留意英國時間星期六嘅賽事發展。

Chwalinksa on edge of history after slicing through French Open one paper cut at a time
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Vocabulary 生字

defensive

Adjective形容詞

防守性的;防禦的

EN

The team adopted a defensive strategy to protect their lead in the final minutes.

球隊採取了防守策略,以在最後幾分鐘保住領先優勢。

propel

Verb動詞

推動;驅使;推進

EN

Her hard work and dedication propelled her to the top of her career.

她的努力和奉獻精神推動她達到了職業生涯的巔峰。

match

Verb動詞

與……相配;與……匹敵

EN

It is difficult to find a candidate who can match his level of experience.

很難找到一個能與他經驗水平相匹敵的候選人。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 15:33

Real Madrid want the world to know there’s another show in town

In today’s Football Daily: Madrid turn up the volume in an attempt to get our attention

中文導讀

Real Madrid 喺歐洲球壇一直係焦點,但近期佢哋似乎想進一步擴大影響力,透過一系列宣傳攻勢,確保全球球迷目光都集中喺佢哋身上。呢種高調作風唔單止係為咗球賽,更係一種品牌策略,想話畀大家知佢哋依然係球壇嘅絕對主角。對於移英港人嚟講,留意呢類體育商業新聞,可以幫你更深入了解英國主流媒體點樣剖析頂級球會嘅運作模式同埋公關手段。

Real Madrid want the world to know there’s another show in town
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Vocabulary 生字

Attention

Noun名詞

注意力、關注

EN

The teacher raised her voice to get the students' attention.

老師提高聲線以吸引學生嘅注意力。

Attempt

Verb動詞

嘗試、試圖

EN

He will attempt to fix the leaking pipe by himself this weekend.

佢今個週末會嘗試自己修理嗰條漏水嘅喉管。

Volume

Noun名詞

音量、容量

EN

Could you please turn down the volume? It is too loud for the baby.

你可以將音量調細啲嗎?對個嬰兒嚟講太嘈喇。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 15:21

Tottenham sign ‘outstanding’ Andy Robertson on a free transfer

Roberto De Zerbi called Andy Robertson ‘a proven winner at the highest level’ after Tottenham signed the Liverpool left-back on a free transfer

中文導讀

Tottenham Hotspur 喺英國時間星期五宣佈簽入 Liverpool 左閘 Andy Robertson。呢次轉會採取自由身形式,唔使轉會費。領隊 Roberto De Zerbi 對呢位球員評價極高,認為佢係頂級賽事嘅常勝將軍。對於 Tottenham 嚟講,呢次簽約可以話係以極低成本補強防線,對球隊嚟緊嘅賽季部署相當關鍵。

Tottenham sign ‘outstanding’ Andy Robertson on a free transfer
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Vocabulary 生字

Outstanding

Adjective形容詞

傑出的、優秀的,形容表現遠超一般水平。

EN

The student received an award for her outstanding performance in the final exams.

那位學生因為在期末考試中表現傑出而獲得獎項。

Proven

Adjective形容詞

經證實的、有經驗的,指某人或某事已經過時間考驗,證明其能力。

EN

We need a candidate with a proven track record in managing large teams.

我們需要一位在管理大型團隊方面有經證實經驗的候選人。

Transfer

Noun名詞

轉移、調動,常用於職位變動、金錢轉帳或交通轉乘。

EN

I need to make a bank transfer to pay for my monthly rent.

我需要進行銀行轉帳來支付每月的租金。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 15:04

Lewis Hamilton optimistic Ferrari can ‘be competitive’ in twisting Monaco track

Lewis Hamilton said the Monaco Grand Prix track better suits Ferrari as the team chase their first Formula One win since 2024

中文導讀

Lewis Hamilton 對嚟緊嘅 Monaco Grand Prix 抱有期望,認為 Ferrari 嘅賽車特性喺呢條彎多路窄嘅賽道上會更有優勢。雖然 Ferrari 自 2024 年後未嘗一勝,但 Lewis Hamilton 睇好車隊喺英國時間星期日嘅正賽表現。對於鍾意睇 F1 嘅移英港人嚟講,呢場賽事係觀察車隊技術調整同戰術部署嘅關鍵一戰,絕對值得留意。

Lewis Hamilton optimistic Ferrari can ‘be competitive’ in twisting Monaco track
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Vocabulary 生字

optimistic

Adjective形容詞

樂觀的

EN

She is optimistic about finding a new job before the end of the month.

佢對喺今個月底前搵到新工感到樂觀。

competitive

Adjective形容詞

有競爭力的

EN

Our company offers competitive salaries to attract the best talent in the industry.

我哋公司提供具競爭力嘅薪酬,以吸引業內最優秀嘅人才。

suit

Verb動詞

適合、相稱

EN

Does this meeting time suit your schedule for next week?

呢個會議時間適合你下星期嘅行程嗎?

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 14:47

Man jailed over 2003 Salford rape for which Andrew Malkinson was wrongly imprisoned

Paul Quinn, 52, to serve 24 years for attack that led to one of worst miscarriages of justice in modern British history

中文導讀

英國司法界爆出嚴重冤案,Paul Quinn 因 2003 年一宗強姦案被判監 24 年。呢單案最令人震驚嘅係,Andrew Malkinson 曾因同一案件被錯誤監禁 17 年。今次判決雖然遲咗,但終於還 Andrew Malkinson 一個清白,亦揭示咗英國刑事司法制度喺證據處理上嘅重大漏洞,引起社會對司法公正嘅廣泛討論。

Man jailed over 2003 Salford rape for which Andrew Malkinson was wrongly imprisoned
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Vocabulary 生字

Miscarriage

Noun名詞

誤判、失敗(常用於司法公正)

EN

The lawyer argued that the trial was a complete miscarriage of justice.

律師辯稱該場審訊係一場徹底嘅司法誤判。

Imprison

Verb動詞

監禁、關押

EN

He was imprisoned for five years after being found guilty of the crime.

佢被裁定罪名成立後,被監禁咗五年。

Evidence

Noun名詞

證據、證物

EN

The police are still looking for more evidence to support their case.

警方仍然喺度搵緊更多證據去支持佢哋嘅案件。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 14:08

What National Audit Office report reveals about royals’ property affairs

King footing bill for Beatrice and Eugenie, and Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh subletting among findings

中文導讀

National Audit Office 最新報告揭露咗 Royal Family 嘅物業開支細節。報告指出 King Charles III 負責支付 Princess Beatrice 同 Princess Eugenie 嘅部分開支,而 Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh 亦有涉及物業轉租安排。呢份報告喺英國時間星期四發布,反映出皇室資產管理嘅透明度,對於關注英國公共財政同皇室開支嘅移英港人嚟講,係了解皇室財務運作嘅重要參考。

What National Audit Office report reveals about royals’ property affairs
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Vocabulary 生字

Foot the bill

Idiom (Verb phrase)慣用語(動詞片語)

負責支付費用;埋單

EN

We decided to split the cost of the dinner instead of letting one person foot the bill.

我哋決定平分晚餐費用,而唔係由一個人負責埋單。

Sublet

Verb動詞

轉租;分租(將租入嘅物業再租畀其他人)

EN

Check your tenancy agreement carefully to see if you are allowed to sublet the spare room.

睇清楚你份租約,睇吓你係咪獲准將空置嘅房間轉租出去。

Transparency

Noun名詞

透明度;公開性

EN

The new manager promised more transparency regarding the company's financial decisions.

新經理承諾會喺公司財務決策方面提高透明度。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 13:58

Football super agent Joorabchian’s £24m gamble has day of destiny at the Derby

Ancient Egypt finally carries owner’s hopes at Epsom three years after huge spending spree at the Sales

中文導讀

著名足球經理人 Kia Joorabchian 喺三年前豪擲 2,400 萬英鎊購入多匹賽馬,當中名為 Ancient Egypt 嘅馬匹,將會喺英國時間星期六於 Epsom Derby 出賽。呢場賽事對 Kia Joorabchian 嚟講極具意義,因為佢當年嘅巨額投資能否回本,好大程度取決於呢匹馬喺賽道上嘅表現,亦係佢喺英國賽馬界證明身價嘅關鍵時刻。

Football super agent Joorabchian’s £24m gamble has day of destiny at the Derby
A

Vocabulary 生字

Gamble

Noun名詞

冒險、賭博或嘗試(指結果唔確定嘅行動)

EN

Starting a new business in this economy is a huge gamble.

喺呢個經濟環境下創業係一場好大嘅冒險。

Destiny

Noun名詞

命運、天命

EN

She felt it was her destiny to become a doctor and help people.

佢覺得成為醫生去幫助他人係佢嘅命運。

Spree

Noun名詞

狂歡、短時間內大量進行某種活動(如購物)

EN

After getting her bonus, she went on a shopping spree at the mall.

攞到獎金之後,佢去咗商場瘋狂購物。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 13:56

Man who stabbed ex-partner 17 times at office in Hampshire jailed for 26 years

Anwar Ashraf, 39, forced his way into building in Whiteley, where Carla Skeites was working

中文導讀

Anwar Ashraf 喺 Hampshire 嘅辦公室強行闖入,並向 Carla Skeites 施襲,最終導致對方身中 17 刀。呢宗嚴重暴力案件反映英國法律對家庭暴力及跟蹤行為嘅嚴厲懲處,法庭最終判處被告 26 年監禁。對於移英港人嚟講,了解英國法律對人身安全嘅保障,以及職場同住所嘅安全防範措施,係融入當地生活嘅重要一環。

Man who stabbed ex-partner 17 times at office in Hampshire jailed for 26 years
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Vocabulary 生字

Force one's way

Verb phrase動詞短語

強行闖入;用力擠進去

EN

The wind was so strong that it was difficult to force my way through the front door.

當時風勢太大,好難先可以強行推開大門入屋。

Sentence

Verb / Noun動詞 / 名詞

判刑;判決

EN

The judge decided to sentence the offender to five years in prison for the robbery.

法官決定就嗰單搶劫案判處犯人五年監禁。

Assault

Noun / Verb名詞 / 動詞

襲擊;毆打

EN

He was arrested and charged with physical assault after the argument turned violent.

喺爭執演變成暴力衝突後,佢被拘捕並被控以身體襲擊罪。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 13:38

Real Madrid to launch €150m bid for Michael Olise if Florentino Pérez re-elected

Real Madrid will launch a €150m bid for Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise if Florentino Pérez wins re-election as the club’s president

中文導讀

Real Madrid 主席 Florentino Pérez 若然成功連任,據報將會斥資 1.5 億歐元收購 Bayern Munich 嘅 Michael Olise。呢單轉會傳聞反映 Real Madrid 喺歐洲球壇嘅野心,亦顯示 Michael Olise 嘅身價喺頂級球會眼中極具份量。對於鍾意睇波嘅移英港人嚟講,呢單交易如果成事,將會係未來轉會市場嘅焦點,值得密切留意發展。

Real Madrid to launch €150m bid for Michael Olise if Florentino Pérez re-elected
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Vocabulary 生字

launch

Verb動詞

發起、推出(計劃或行動)

EN

The company plans to launch a new marketing campaign next month.

間公司計劃下個月推出新嘅市場推廣活動。

bid

Noun名詞

出價、投標

EN

They made a competitive bid for the house at the auction.

佢哋喺拍賣會上為間屋出咗個好有競爭力嘅價。

re-election

Noun名詞

連任、再次當選

EN

The candidate is confident about winning re-election this year.

嗰位候選人對今年成功連任充滿信心。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 13:13

‘Oyster card for the north’ could save commuters £276 a year, thinktank says

Proponents say scheme could generate up to £2.7bn in five years by making travel around north of England easier

中文導讀

英國智庫建議喺英格蘭北部引入類似倫敦 Oyster card 嘅統一交通收費系統,預計每年可以幫通勤人士節省 276 英鎊。呢項計劃旨在簡化跨區交通,透過提升便利程度,預計五年內可為當地經濟創造高達 27 億英鎊收益。對於移居北部嘅港人嚟講,如果計劃落實,未來跨城市返工或出行將會變得更平、更方便。

‘Oyster card for the north’ could save commuters £276 a year, thinktank says
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Vocabulary 生字

Commuter

Noun名詞

通勤者,指每日往返住處同工作地點嘅人

EN

The train was packed with commuters heading into the city centre during the morning rush hour.

朝早繁忙時間,架火車迫滿咗準備入市中心嘅通勤者。

Proponent

Noun名詞

支持者,提倡某項計劃或觀點嘅人

EN

She is a strong proponent of renewable energy and often speaks at local environmental meetings.

佢係可再生能源嘅堅定支持者,經常喺地區環保會議上發言。

Generate

Verb動詞

產生、引起、創造(利潤、電力或想法等)

EN

The new marketing campaign is expected to generate a significant increase in sales for the company.

預計呢個新嘅市場推廣活動會為公司帶來顯著嘅銷售增長。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 13:05

Sports quiz of the week: World Cup, French Open, Lord’s, Giro and NBA

Have you followed the big stories in football, rugby, cricket, cycling, basketball, horse racing, tennis and hockey?

中文導讀

英國體壇近期賽事頻繁,涵蓋足球、網球、板球同單車等多項大型賽事。呢份每週體育測驗整理咗各項賽事嘅關鍵時刻,適合想融入英國社交圈嘅移英港人。透過呢啲熱門話題,大家可以更易同當地鄰居或同事打開話匣子,了解英國人對體育賽事嘅熱情同關注點,係提升英語交流質素嘅好機會。

Sports quiz of the week: World Cup, French Open, Lord’s, Giro and NBA
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Vocabulary 生字

Fixture

Noun名詞

(體育)賽事;固定比賽日期

EN

Check the team's schedule to see when their next home fixture is.

睇下球隊賽程表,睇下佢哋下一場主場賽事係幾時。

Standings

Noun名詞

排名;積分榜

EN

They have moved up to third place in the league standings after their recent win.

佢哋贏咗最近嗰場波之後,喺聯賽積分榜升到第三位。

Spectator

Noun名詞

觀眾;旁觀者

EN

The stadium was packed with thousands of enthusiastic spectators.

球場入面坐滿咗幾千名熱情嘅觀眾。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 12:40

Henry Nowak: controversy behind US intervention in a murder case that has rocked Britain

Details about what happened, the rightwing response – and accusations by some of ‘two tier policing’

中文導讀

Henry Nowak 案喺英國引起極大爭議,事關美國政府介入呢單謀殺案調查,令英國司法獨立性備受質疑。部分右翼人士批評警方執法存在「two-tier policing」,即係對唔同背景人士有雙重標準。呢單案反映咗英國社會對於司法公正同埋外國勢力干預嘅深層憂慮,亦令 Keir Starmer 政府面臨更大政治壓力,值得大家留意後續發展。

Henry Nowak: controversy behind US intervention in a murder case that has rocked Britain
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Vocabulary 生字

Intervention

Noun名詞

干預、介入

EN

The government's intervention in the housing market has caused prices to fluctuate.

政府對樓市嘅干預導致價格波動。

Controversy

Noun名詞

爭議、爭論

EN

The new policy sparked a lot of controversy among the local residents.

呢項新政策喺當地居民之間引起咗好大爭議。

Accusation

Noun名詞

指控、控告

EN

He denied the accusation that he had been dishonest during the meeting.

佢否認咗關於佢喺會議期間唔誠實嘅指控。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 12:37

Man, 21, charged with attempted murder after Surrey University staff member shot with crossbow

Former student Almunthir Daqamah, 21, due to appear in court on Friday while campus safety officer is in stable condition in hospital

中文導讀

Surrey University 發生嚴重傷人案,一名 21 歲前學生 Almunthir Daqamah 涉嫌用十字弓射傷校內保安人員,被控企圖謀殺。受害者目前喺醫院留醫,情況穩定。Almunthir Daqamah 將於英國時間星期五上庭應訊。呢單案件引起公眾對校園保安同武器管制嘅關注,亦反映英國近期針對校園安全嘅潛在風險,值得移英港人留意當地社區治安狀況。

Man, 21, charged with attempted murder after Surrey University staff member shot with crossbow
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Vocabulary 生字

Appear

Verb動詞

出庭

EN

He is scheduled to appear in court next Monday morning.

他預定於下星期一早上出庭。

Stable

Adjective形容詞

穩定的(常用於描述病情或狀況)

EN

The patient is in a stable condition after the surgery.

病人手術後情況穩定。

Charged

Verb動詞

被控告(正式法律用語)

EN

The suspect was charged with theft after being caught on camera.

該名疑犯被閉路電視拍到後,被控告盜竊罪。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 12:30

No wonder Steve Clarke is smiling: Scotland manager has new deal and future built on youth

The decision to extend Clarke’s contract before his side have proved they can finally progress to the knockouts could be a needless risk

中文導讀

蘇格蘭足球代表隊領隊 Steve Clarke 獲足總提前續約,呢個決定喺英國球壇引起唔少爭議。雖然 Steve Clarke 過去帶領球隊表現穩定,但喺大賽淘汰賽階段仍未有突破,外界質疑足總喺未有實質成績證明下就急於續約,係咪冒險得滯。呢單新聞反映咗英國體育界對於長期規劃同短期成績之間嘅博弈,值得留意未來球隊嘅發展方向。

No wonder Steve Clarke is smiling: Scotland manager has new deal and future built on youth
A

Vocabulary 生字

Extend

Verb動詞

延長、延期

EN

I need to extend my library book loan by another week.

我需要將圖書館借書期限延長多一星期。

Progress

Verb動詞

晉級、進步、發展

EN

If we win this match, we will progress to the final round.

如果我哋贏咗呢場比賽,就會晉級到決賽。

Needless

Adjective形容詞

不必要的、無謂的

EN

It was a needless argument that could have been avoided with better communication.

呢場爭執根本係無謂嘅,如果溝通好啲其實可以避免。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 12:07

England’s heatseekers begin World Cup countdown with Tampa test

The FA’s data-driven approach towards the World Cup is into its final stages as Tuchel’s side take on New Zealand

中文導讀

England 國家隊正進入備戰 World Cup 嘅關鍵階段,The FA 依家好依賴數據分析嚟提升球隊表現。Thomas Tuchel 帶領嘅球隊將會喺 Tampa 同 New Zealand 進行熱身賽,呢場比賽係測試球隊戰術同磨合嘅重要指標,亦係佢哋喺 World Cup 前最後嘅調整機會,球迷可以留意下球隊陣容嘅變化。

England’s heatseekers begin World Cup countdown with Tampa test
A

Vocabulary 生字

countdown

Noun名詞

倒數;準備階段

EN

The final countdown to the wedding has begun, and there is still so much to do.

婚禮嘅最後倒數已經開始,仲有好多嘢要處理。

data-driven

Adjective形容詞

數據驅動的;以數據為依據的

EN

Our company makes all its major decisions based on a data-driven approach.

我哋公司所有重大決策都係基於數據驅動嘅方法。

take on

Phrasal Verb短語動詞

對戰;挑戰

EN

The local amateur team is excited to take on the regional champions this weekend.

嗰支業餘球隊好興奮,因為佢哋今個週末要挑戰地區冠軍。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 12:00

Graham Potter: ‘I feel very Swedish when I’m working – I look a bit Swedish’

The head coach is looking forward to leading Sweden into the World Cup after reflecting on his failures at Chelsea and West Ham

中文導讀

前 Chelsea 領隊 Graham Potter 近期接受訪問,分享佢喺瑞典執教嘅心路歷程。佢坦言喺英國球壇經歷過 Chelsea 同 West Ham 嘅挫折後,喺瑞典工作令佢搵返自我,甚至覺得自己喺工作模式上好似瑞典人。呢篇訪問除咗係佢個人嘅反思,亦反映咗足球教練喺唔同文化環境下,點樣面對壓力同調整心態,對於關注英國足球文化嘅移英港人嚟講,係了解領隊心態嘅好機會。

Graham Potter: ‘I feel very Swedish when I’m working – I look a bit Swedish’
A

Vocabulary 生字

Reflect

Verb動詞

反思、深思熟慮

EN

Take some time to reflect on your goals before making a big career change.

喺做出重大職業轉變之前,花啲時間反思下你嘅目標。

Failure

Noun名詞

失敗、挫折

EN

Don't be afraid of failure, as it is often a valuable learning experience.

唔好怕失敗,因為呢樣嘢通常係寶貴嘅學習經驗。

Adjust

Verb動詞

調整、適應

EN

It takes time to adjust to a new lifestyle when you move to a different country.

搬去另一個國家生活,需要時間去適應新嘅生活方式。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 12:00

Breaking lines and breaking through: Sergiño Dest is showing his full range for the USMNT

The wing-back’s advanced positioning paid off against Senegal. More impressive play at the World Cup could go far for the US’s hopes and his transfer prospects

中文導讀

美國國家隊球員 Sergiño Dest 喺世界盃賽事表現亮眼,憑藉出色嘅進攻位置感,成功喺對陣 Senegal 嘅賽事中展現全面實力。對於移英港人嚟講,呢類體育新聞除咗係睇波話題,亦反映球員點樣透過國際賽事提升個人身價,為未來轉會鋪路。Sergiño Dest 嘅進步唔單止影響球隊戰績,更係佢職業生涯嘅關鍵轉捩點,值得留意佢後續嘅發展。

Breaking lines and breaking through: Sergiño Dest is showing his full range for the USMNT
A

Vocabulary 生字

Advanced

Adjective形容詞

先進的、高級的、前進的

EN

You need to have an advanced level of English to understand this technical manual.

你需要具備高級程度的英文,才能看懂這本技術手冊。

Prospect

Noun名詞

前景、前途、可能性

EN

The prospect of finding a new job in a different city is both exciting and nerve-wracking.

在另一個城市找新工作的願景,既令人興奮又讓人緊張。

Range

Noun名詞

範圍、幅度、多樣性

EN

The local supermarket offers a wide range of fresh vegetables and organic products.

這間本地超市提供多樣化的新鮮蔬菜和有機產品。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 11:03

Andy Farrell signs new Ireland contract to quash any chance of England switch

Andy Farrell has signed a new deal to remain as Ireland’s head coach until 2031 ending any potential interest from the RFU

中文導讀

Ireland 欖球隊主教練 Andy Farrell 已經簽署新合約,將會留任至 2031 年。呢個決定正式粉碎咗 RFU 打算挖角嘅傳聞,亦令 England 欖球隊想邀請佢執教嘅計劃徹底落空。對於關注英國體育界嘅移英港人嚟講,呢單新聞反映咗 Ireland 欖球隊對 Andy Farrell 嘅高度重視,亦令英國欖球界未來嘅教練人選出現變數。

Andy Farrell signs new Ireland contract to quash any chance of England switch
A

Vocabulary 生字

Contract

Noun名詞

合約、契約

EN

Make sure you read the terms carefully before signing the employment contract.

簽署僱傭合約前,請確保你已經仔細閱讀過條款。

Potential

Adjective形容詞

潛在的、可能的

EN

We need to identify any potential risks before starting the new project.

喺開始新項目之前,我哋需要識別出任何潛在風險。

Interest

Noun名詞

興趣、關注、利益

EN

The company has shown a lot of interest in hiring candidates with international experience.

嗰間公司對聘請擁有國際經驗嘅候選人表現出濃厚興趣。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 10:00

The strange history of baseball’s superstitions: ‘Magic is in the sport’s very structure’

A new book looks at how rituals, charms and curses are central to the identity of America’s pastime

中文導讀

棒球唔單止係一項運動,背後仲有一套深厚嘅迷信文化。呢本新書探討點解 rituals 同 charms 喺 Baseball 發展史入面咁重要,甚至成為咗呢項運動嘅靈魂。對於移英港人嚟講,了解呢種將「魔法」融入日常嘅心態,係深入認識美國文化同體育精神嘅好機會,亦反映咗人類點樣透過儀式去面對未知嘅挑戰。

The strange history of baseball’s superstitions: ‘Magic is in the sport’s very structure’
A

Vocabulary 生字

Ritual

Noun名詞

儀式;慣例

EN

It is my morning ritual to have a cup of coffee before starting work.

喺開始工作前飲杯咖啡係我嘅晨間慣例。

Superstition

Noun名詞

迷信

EN

Some people have a superstition that breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck.

有些人迷信話整爛塊鏡會帶來七年霉運。

Central

Adjective形容詞

核心的;最重要的

EN

Communication is central to a healthy relationship.

溝通係健康關係嘅核心。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 09:54

Prem team of the season: from teen with a sky-high ceiling to a stat-topping No 8

The league has been a launchpad for players such as Noah Caluori while showcasing the best English rugby has to offer

中文導讀

英國欖球聯賽近期選出年度最佳陣容,Noah Caluori 等年輕球員表現亮眼,成為聯賽重點栽培對象。呢份名單唔單止反映咗球員個人數據嘅進步,仲展示咗英格蘭欖球界嘅人才儲備。對於移英港人嚟講,留意呢類體育新聞可以更深入了解英國嘅體育文化,亦係融入當地社區、同鄰居打開話題嘅好機會。

Prem team of the season: from teen with a sky-high ceiling to a stat-topping No 8
A

Vocabulary 生字

launchpad

Noun名詞

發射台;(比喻)事業或發展嘅起點

EN

This internship served as a launchpad for her successful career in marketing.

呢份實習工作成為佢市場營銷事業成功嘅起點。

showcase

Verb動詞

展示;展現(優點或特質)

EN

The exhibition is designed to showcase the talents of local artists.

呢個展覽旨在展示本地藝術家嘅才華。

ceiling

Noun名詞

天花板;(比喻)潛力或發展嘅上限

EN

He has a high ceiling as a musician because he learns new instruments so quickly.

佢作為音樂人潛力好高,因為佢學新樂器學得好快。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 09:54

Peer ‘shocked’ that watchdog had not established Andrew’s property income

Margaret Hodge concerned over use of taxpayers’ money after revelations about former prince’s subletting

中文導讀

Margaret Hodge 對於 Prince Andrew 嘅物業租金收入缺乏監管感到震驚。事件揭露咗公帑使用透明度嘅問題,引起公眾關注皇室成員嘅財務安排。對於移英港人嚟講,呢單新聞反映咗英國社會對公帑運用嘅嚴格監察,以及對公職或皇室成員財務操守嘅高度重視,值得關注英國政府點樣處理呢類財政監管漏洞。

Peer ‘shocked’ that watchdog had not established Andrew’s property income
A

Vocabulary 生字

Watchdog

Noun名詞

監管機構,負責監督行業或機構運作嘅組織

EN

The consumer watchdog is investigating the company for unfair pricing practices.

消費者監管機構正調查該公司嘅不公平定價行為。

Subletting

Noun名詞

分租,將租用嘅物業再租畀其他人

EN

Check your tenancy agreement carefully to see if subletting is permitted.

請仔細檢查你嘅租約,睇下係咪允許分租。

Accountability

Noun名詞

問責,對自己嘅行為或決定負責

EN

The manager believes that transparency is essential for team accountability.

經理認為透明度對於團隊問責制嚟講係好重要嘅。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 09:29

Football regulator will reject call to play bigger role in promoting equality at clubs

The Independent Football Regulator is poised to reject calls from Kick It Out to take on a greater role in promoting equality, diversity and inclusion

中文導讀

英國政府即將成立嘅 Independent Football Regulator,據報會拒絕反歧視組織 Kick It Out 嘅要求,唔會將推動球會平等、多元同共融列入監管核心職責。呢個決定反映監管機構傾向專注財政穩定,而非干預球會嘅社會政策,對未來英國足球界嘅管治方向有深遠影響。

Football regulator will reject call to play bigger role in promoting equality at clubs
A

Vocabulary 生字

Regulator

Noun名詞

監管機構;監管者

EN

The financial regulator is investigating the bank for potential misconduct.

金融監管機構正調查該銀行是否存在不當行為。

Promote

Verb動詞

推廣;促進;提升

EN

The local council is trying to promote healthy eating habits in schools.

地方議會正嘗試在學校推廣健康的飲食習慣。

Inclusion

Noun名詞

包容;納入

EN

The company has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

該公司非常致力於推動職場上的多元與包容。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 08:24

US government criticises ‘two-tier’ UK policing after Henry Nowak murder

State department warns of ‘ideological conditioning’ in message of condolence to family of murdered student

中文導讀

美國國務院近日罕有批評英國警務存在「雙重標準」,質疑執法受意識形態影響。呢件事源於 Henry Nowak 謀殺案,美國政府喺慰問信中表達關注。對於移英港人嚟講,呢個評論反映國際社會正密切關注英國執法公平性,以及當地警隊喺處理不同背景案件時嘅透明度,值得大家留意英國司法制度嘅未來走向。

US government criticises ‘two-tier’ UK policing after Henry Nowak murder
A

Vocabulary 生字

Condolence

Noun名詞

慰問;弔唁

EN

The manager sent a message of condolence to the employee after the loss of their family member.

員工失去親人後,經理向其發送了慰問訊息。

Conditioning

Noun名詞

制約;訓練;影響(思想或行為)

EN

Social media can have a subtle conditioning effect on how we perceive current trends.

社交媒體可能會對我們如何看待當前趨勢產生微妙的制約影響。

Criticise

Verb動詞

批評;指責

EN

It is common for customers to criticise the service if the food arrives cold.

如果食物送達時是冷的,顧客批評服務是很常見的。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 08:00

‘The whole of New York is stressed right now’: how Knicks finals fever reached Rikers Island

Inside New York’s notorious jail complex, nearly 2,000 incarcerated people watched Game 1 together, arguing calls, roasting celebrity fans and sharing in a rare citywide moment

中文導讀

New York 嘅 Rikers Island 監獄最近出現罕見場面,近 2,000 名在囚人士獲准一齊收睇 NBA 季後賽。呢場 Knicks 嘅賽事令監獄內氣氛高漲,在囚人士透過討論賽事同埋互相調侃,暫時忘卻獄中生活嘅壓抑。呢件事反映體育賽事點樣喺極端環境下,成為連結社區同紓緩壓力嘅重要媒介,亦令外界重新關注監獄內嘅人權同心理健康狀況。

‘The whole of New York is stressed right now’: how Knicks finals fever reached Rikers Island
A

Vocabulary 生字

Notorious

Adjective形容詞

臭名昭著的;聲名狼藉的

EN

The area is notorious for its heavy traffic during rush hour.

呢個地區以繁忙時間交通極度擠塞而聞名。

Incarcerated

Adjective形容詞

被監禁的;被關押的

EN

The charity provides educational support for incarcerated individuals to help them reintegrate into society.

呢間慈善機構為被監禁人士提供教育支援,幫助佢哋重返社會。

Roast

Verb動詞

(口語)戲弄;嘲諷;揶揄

EN

My friends love to roast me whenever I wear a funny hat.

每次我戴住頂搞笑帽,我啲朋友都好鍾意取笑我。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 08:00

Sexism and bullying keeping women out of careers in sport, MPs told

Women coaches routinely overlooked, undermined and denied opportunities despite qualifications, say experts

中文導讀

英國體育界性別歧視問題嚴重,近日有專家向國會議員反映,女性教練即使具備專業資格,依然喺職場上被忽視甚至遭受欺凌,導致佢哋難以喺體育行業發展。呢個現象反映英國體育界嘅結構性不公,亦顯示推動性別平權仍有漫長之路,值得喺英國生活嘅港人關注當地職場文化同平權議題。

Sexism and bullying keeping women out of careers in sport, MPs told
A

Vocabulary 生字

overlook

Verb動詞

忽視、沒注意到

EN

It is easy to overlook small details when you are busy with a big project.

當你忙於大型項目時,很容易會忽略細節。

undermine

Verb動詞

削弱、暗中破壞

EN

Constant criticism can undermine a person's confidence over time.

持續的批評會隨著時間推移削弱一個人的自信。

qualification

Noun名詞

資格、學歷、資歷

EN

You need the right qualifications to apply for this teaching position.

你需要具備適當的資歷才能申請這個教職。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 07:30

Iraola’s dynamic football will energise Liverpool despite worry over workload

Liverpool’s new manager achieved much at Bournemouth with a style reminiscent of Jürgen Klopp’s counterpress

中文導讀

Liverpool 喺尋求新領隊人選時,將目光投向 Bournemouth 領隊 Andoni Iraola。佢嗰套充滿活力、講求高強度壓迫嘅戰術,被視為最能延續 Jürgen Klopp 時代風格嘅選擇。雖然外界關注球員負荷過重嘅問題,但 Andoni Iraola 嘅執教能力無疑為 Liverpool 嘅未來注入強心針,亦令球迷對下季充滿期待。

Iraola’s dynamic football will energise Liverpool despite worry over workload
A

Vocabulary 生字

Dynamic

Adjective形容詞

充滿活力的、動態的

EN

The company is looking for a dynamic individual to lead the new marketing team.

公司正在尋找一位充滿活力的人才來領導新的營銷團隊。

Reminiscent

Adjective形容詞

令人回想起的、類似的

EN

The smell of the rain was reminiscent of my childhood summers in the countryside.

雨水的氣味令我想起童年時在鄉間度過的夏天。

Workload

Noun名詞

工作量

EN

I have been feeling stressed lately because my workload has increased significantly.

我最近感到壓力很大,因為我的工作量顯著增加了。

The Guardian
football·
5 Jun, 07:30

Cape Verde World Cup 2026 team guide

Blue Sharks are in uncharted waters, making their finals debut after a meteoric rise

中文導讀

Cape Verde 國家足球隊近期表現令人矚目,喺國際賽事中經歷咗一段極速冒起嘅時期,成功打入 2026 年 World Cup 決賽週。呢次係該隊歷史上首次亮相呢個頂級舞台,對於呢支被稱為 Blue Sharks 嘅球隊嚟講,絕對係一個重要嘅里程碑,亦反映出佢哋喺國際足壇嘅競爭力正不斷提升,值得球迷留意佢哋之後嘅表現。

Cape Verde World Cup 2026 team guide
A

Vocabulary 生字

Uncharted

Adjective形容詞

未經探索的、未知的(指領域或情況)

EN

Starting a new career in a foreign country is like sailing into uncharted waters.

在異國他鄉開展新事業,就像航向未知的領域一樣。

Meteoric

Adjective形容詞

極速的、飛速的(常用於形容成功或發展)

EN

The young entrepreneur enjoyed a meteoric rise to success within just two years.

這位年輕企業家在短短兩年內取得了飛速的成功。

Debut

Noun名詞

首次亮相、初次登場

EN

The band is excited to make their debut performance at the local music festival this weekend.

樂隊對於這個週末在本地音樂節的首次演出感到非常興奮。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 07:30

Chess: Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hans Niemann tie grudge match in Belgrade

The Russian world title challenger and the controversial American have personal issues but similar ratings, and drew 4-4 with a win apiece and six draws

中文導讀

國際象棋界焦點賽事,Russian 選手 Ian Nepomniachtchi 與 American 選手 Hans Niemann 喺 Belgrade 進行一場備受關注嘅對決。兩人過往積怨甚深,但實力相當,最終以 4-4 平手收場。呢場比賽唔單止係技術較量,更反映咗棋壇對兩人爭議性背景嘅持續關注,係近期國際象棋界最具話題性嘅賽事之一。

Chess: Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hans Niemann tie grudge match in Belgrade
A

Vocabulary 生字

Controversial

Adjective形容詞

具爭議性的,引起公眾意見分歧的

EN

The new policy on school uniforms has become a controversial topic among parents.

關於校服的新政策已成為家長之間具爭議性的話題。

Tie

Verb / Noun動詞 / 名詞

平手,打成平局

EN

The football match ended in a tie after both teams scored two goals.

足球比賽在兩隊各入兩球後以平手告終。

Grudge

Noun名詞

怨恨,積怨

EN

It is better to let go of a grudge rather than holding onto anger for years.

放下怨恨比多年來一直懷恨在心要好得多。

The Guardian
politics·
5 Jun, 07:14

It’s a washout: fighters pull their punches in Question Time’s Makerfield match-off

Andy Burnham takes round one of the big byelection bout while Reform’s Rob Kenyon takes aim at himself

中文導讀

Makerfield 補選辯論氣氛平淡,被形容為「washout」。大曼徹斯特市長 Andy Burnham 喺辯論中表現較為突出,成功搶佔先機;相反,Reform UK 候選人 Rob Kenyon 表現失準,甚至出現自爆式失言。呢場辯論反映出選民對政綱嘅關注度,以及各候選人喺面對公眾質詢時嘅臨場應變能力,係觀察當地選情走向嘅重要指標。

It’s a washout: fighters pull their punches in Question Time’s Makerfield match-off
A

Vocabulary 生字

washout

Noun名詞

徹底失敗、令人失望嘅事(通常指活動因天氣或表現不佳而告吹)

EN

The outdoor concert was a complete washout because of the heavy rain.

嗰場戶外音樂會因為大雨而徹底搞砸咗。

pull one's punches

Idiom慣用語

手下留情、未盡全力(通常指批評或攻擊時有所保留)

EN

The manager didn't pull his punches when he gave feedback on my poor performance.

經理喺評價我嘅差劣表現時,完全冇手下留情。

take aim at

Phrasal Verb片語動詞

瞄準、針對(某人或某事進行批評或攻擊)

EN

The editorial takes aim at the government's new housing policy.

嗰篇社論針對政府嘅新房屋政策進行咗批評。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 05:01

Andrew sublet three cottages while paying ‘peppercorn rent’ to crown estate

Report into royal property affairs reveals disgraced ex-prince generated private income from Windsor Royal Lodge

中文導讀

Prince Andrew 被揭發喺 Royal Lodge 嘅租約安排上,以極低嘅「peppercorn rent」租用物業,同時將旗下三間小屋分租圖利。呢單新聞反映皇室資產管理透明度備受質疑,亦令公眾關注皇室成員點樣利用公共資產獲取私人利益,喺英國生活嘅港人可以留意呢類涉及物業租賃同資產管理嘅公眾議題。

Andrew sublet three cottages while paying ‘peppercorn rent’ to crown estate
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Vocabulary 生字

Sublet

Verb動詞

分租;轉租

EN

You must check your tenancy agreement before you decide to sublet a room to a friend.

喺你決定將房間分租畀朋友之前,必須先檢查你嘅租約。

Income

Noun名詞

收入;所得

EN

It is important to keep a record of all your monthly income and expenses for tax purposes.

為咗報稅,記錄你每月嘅所有收入同開支係好重要嘅。

Transparent

Adjective形容詞

透明的;公開的

EN

The local council promised to be more transparent about how they spend taxpayers' money.

地方議會承諾會喺點樣運用納稅人金錢呢方面更加透明。

The Guardian
news·
5 Jun, 05:00

Melanie Hall’s family launch fresh appeal for information 30 years after her murder in Bath

Campaign wants to transport people back to weekend of her disappearance when England drew 1-1 with Switzerland in Euro 96 match

中文導讀

Melanie Hall 喺 30 年前喺 Bath 遇害,案件至今未破。佢嘅家人近日發起新一輪呼籲,希望當年曾經喺嗰個週末出現喺當地嘅市民可以提供線索。由於當年正值 Euro 96 賽事,家人希望透過呢個集體回憶,喚起公眾對當年細節嘅記憶,協助警方早日將兇手繩之於法。呢類懸案重啟調查,對於當地社區治安同埋受害者家屬嘅公義都非常重要。

Melanie Hall’s family launch fresh appeal for information 30 years after her murder in Bath
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Vocabulary 生字

Appeal

Noun名詞

呼籲、懇求

EN

The local council has launched an urgent appeal for volunteers to help clean up the park.

地方議會發出緊急呼籲,招募義工協助清理公園。

Disappearance

Noun名詞

失蹤

EN

The police are still investigating the mysterious disappearance of the hiker.

警方仍在調查該名遠足人士的神秘失蹤事件。

Justice

Noun名詞

正義、司法公正

EN

Everyone deserves to have access to justice in the legal system.

每個人在法律制度下都應享有獲得司法公正的權利。

The Guardian
sport·
5 Jun, 01:14

Adam Silver ‘thrilled’ Trump will attend NBA finals at Madison Square Garden

Donald Trump says he plans to attend at least one NBA finals game at Madison Square Garden next week after being invited by Knicks owner James Dolan

中文導讀

NBA總裁 Adam Silver 對 Donald Trump 將會出席喺 Madison Square Garden 舉行嘅總決賽表示歡迎。呢次行程由 Knicks 老闆 James Dolan 親自邀請,預計 Donald Trump 會喺英國時間下星期現身賽場。雖然體育同政治向來界線模糊,但作為美國最具影響力嘅體育賽事之一,Donald Trump 嘅出席勢必成為傳媒焦點,亦反映出體育界同政界之間嘅微妙互動。

Adam Silver ‘thrilled’ Trump will attend NBA finals at Madison Square Garden
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Vocabulary 生字

thrilled

Adjective形容詞

非常興奮、雀躍

EN

I was absolutely thrilled to receive the job offer this morning.

我今朝收到份工作錄取通知,真係好興奮。

attend

Verb動詞

出席、參加(活動或會議)

EN

Please confirm if you are able to attend the meeting on Friday.

請確認你係咪可以出席星期五嘅會議。

invite

Verb動詞

邀請

EN

We decided to invite all our neighbours to the housewarming party.

我哋決定邀請所有鄰居嚟參加入伙派對。