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French Bulldog Becomes Top US Dog Breed

Introduction:

Frenchies (not a derogatory word for French people, but meaning French Bulldogs!) have ousted Labradors as the US’s “Top Dog” for the first time in thirty years. These cuddly buddies are, however, not loved by everyone.

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French Bulldog Becomes Top US Dog Breed | Synonym Match

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French Bulldog Becomes Top US Dog Breed | Fill in the Blank

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French Bulldog Becomes Top US Dog Breed | True or False

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Full text for French Bulldog Becomes Top US Dog Breed:

For the first time in thirty years, the U.S. has a new favorite dog breed. Adorable in some eyes, deplorable in others, the sturdy, push-faced, perky-eared, and distinctively droll French bulldog became the nation’s most prevalent purebred dog last year. Frenchies ousted Labrador retrievers from the top spot after a record 31 years.
There’s concern that demand, plus the premium that some buyers will pay for “exotic” coat colors and textures, is engendering quick-buck breeders and unhealthy dogs. The British Veterinary Association has urged people not to buy flat-faced breeds, such as Frenchies. The Netherlands has prohibited breeding very short-snouted dogs, and the country’s agriculture minister aims to outlaw even owning them.
Social media and celebrity owners gave the dogs fresh exposure. Still more came last year, when U.S. TV audiences watched a Frenchie take second place at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and then win the National Dog Show hosted by the Kennel Club of Philadelphia.
Some other breeds are prone to ailments ranging from hip dysplasia to cancers, and mixed-breed dogs also can get sick. But recently published research involving about 24,600 dogs in Britain suggested that Frenchies have “very different, and largely much poorer” health than do other canines, largely due to the foreshortened, wrinkly face that encapsulates the breed’s indefinable quality.
The American Veterinary Medical Association is exploring ways to improve flat-faced dogs’ welfare.

U.S. Unemployment Rate at Lowest in 54 Years

Introduction:

Unemployment is a major problem in the modern world. But in the U.S. it is continuing (slowly) to decrease, with 2022 being the best year on record since 1969.

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The news is a consistent and endless source of entertainment, knowledge and discovery. It plays a vital part in our lives and is important to keep up with.

There are many reasons to read, watch or listen to the news. Understanding the ramifications of recent legislation passed. Listening to recent events and grasping the potential consequences to your country. Or, simply listening to what’s happening in other countries so you can compare them to your own. It’s a staple in our lives and the most reliable way to get information.

That’s why Scrambled Eggs has decided to unite two of your biggest worlds. That is, learning English and keeping up with current events. We hope our challenging listening, vocabulary and comprehension exercises bring these worlds together in a satisfactory and entertaining way.

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U.S. Unemployment Rate at Lowest in 54 Years | True or False

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U.S. Unemployment Rate at Lowest in 54 Years | Fill in the Blank

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U.S. Unemployment Rate at Lowest in 54 Years | Definition Match

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Full text for U.S. Unemployment Rate at Lowest in 54 Years:

The U.S. unemployment rate reached its lowest point in 54 years according to figures recently released—the fewest jobless Americans, as a percentage of the population, since 1969.
Job growth held strong over the past year and pushed the unemployment rate down to 3.4%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
In addition, the median earnings for workers were 7.4% higher at the end of 2022 compared to 2021, outpacing inflation.
Black workers, young workers, and people on the bottom of the income scale received the largest pay increases over the last 12 months.
Unemployment is now near record lows for Blacks and Hispanics, at 5.4 percent.
President Biden said: “Add that all up, it means we created 12 million jobs since I took office. That’s the strongest two years of job growth in history, by a longshot.”
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the growth was widespread across industries, with notable gains for restaurants and bars, retail stores, healthcare facilities, professional and business offices, and construction.

By 2035 Half of the World’s Population May Be Overweight

Introduction:

Obesity is big problem in the western world, largely because of low-quality high-fat food that is extremely cheap. Organizations have been attempting to slow the progress, but soon more than half of the world will be overweight.

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The news is a consistent and endless source of entertainment, knowledge and discovery. It plays a vital part in our lives and is important to keep up with.

There are many reasons to read, watch or listen to the news. Understanding the ramifications of recent legislation passed. Listening to recent events and grasping the potential consequences to your country. Or, simply listening to what’s happening in other countries so you can compare them to your own. It’s a staple in our lives and the most reliable way to get information.

That’s why Scrambled Eggs has decided to unite two of your biggest worlds. That is, learning English and keeping up with current events. We hope our challenging listening, vocabulary and comprehension exercises bring these worlds together in a satisfactory and entertaining way.

That’s all for introductions, let’s get to today’s Learn English with the News topic:

Adapted from this article.

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By 2035 Half of the World’s Population May Be Overweight | Synonym Match

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By 2035 Half of the World’s Population May Be Overweight | True or False

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By 2035 Half of the World’s Population May Be Overweight | Fill in the Blank

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Full text for By 2035 Half of the World’s Population May Be Overweight:

The World Obesity Federation (WOF) has warned that at least half of the world’s population will be obese or overweight by 2035. That is just over one decade away and concerns more than four billion people. Currently, there are over a billion obese people in the world.
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines obesity as “abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health.” A body mass index (BMI) over 30 is obese. One medical association describes obesity as a “disease” while others say it is a “pandemic.”
The WOF is calling for immediate action to prevent a larger crisis. It said obesity was “particularly worrying.” It is urging governments to act and address the root causes so younger generations would not have to pay higher healthcare costs.
The causes of obesity include an increase in the popularity of processed foods, decreasing exercise levels, and a lack of education about health. The WOF would like less marketing of food that has high fat and sugar content, and healthier food in schools.