TED
Danit Peleg: Forget shopping. Soon you’ll download your new clothes
Summary
During the speaker travel, when she didn't have anything to want to wear, she thought that she could wear a skirt designed on computer, downloaded on 3D printers and assembled.
Although she didn't know how to use 3D printers, she loved it soon using 3D printers to make clothes.
She was in senior collection at fashion design school. She loved experimenting with new materials and she always tried to develop new techniques to make the most unique textiles.
Sometimes, the new materials she used were thought a bit weird and very breakable. There were some problems which 3D printing. It's expensive, too big to put in her room and slow to download.
However, she challenged many things. She finally found the filaflex which can be fed in the printer as a new kind of filament. It is strong and very flexible. She fixed some problems one after another. Although printed speed is still slow, it will accelerate like the Internet speed have changed. Music can be downloaded in phones directly. The material will also evolve and then all the people might wear the digital clothes they download. Such new world might come soon.
◆Viewpoints&Discussion
1. Do you want to wear clothes that are printed by the 3D printer?
No, I don't think so though I think that I have to try something new. Now, my clothes are comfortable to wear and I can move easily with it. Plus, my clothes are affordable and it's not unique. Unique one get people's attention and it is difficult to blend with others. It taks much time. That's why I don't think that I would want to wear these kinds of clothes.
2. If you can print something from the 3D printer, what would it be?
I don't know anything about 3D printing. I have never seen actually. I only watched that TV. If I will use some materials with the 3D printer and downloaded it afyer, I want to try feeding chocolate, cookies, cacao and sugar. You might be able to eat delicious chocolate-chip cookies which are good combination.
I think that it will be good to print flowers also. If you have that printer like her, you can decorate many flowers that you want anytime and anywhere, even if those are not seasonal flowers.
3. What do you think are the disadvantages and advantages of using the 3D printer? What are the possible problems that may arise upon using the 3D printer?
One of the disadvantage of using the 3D printer is big. It needs wide spaces to set and takes much time to download. It' a still expensive also. I think that even though something is printed newly, it should be recycled and renewed to reduce waste problems.
The advantage of using the 3D printer is that you can print anything you design anytime you want and need. That looks fun. There will be no same items among others.
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affordable / inexpensive or reasonably priced.
2.12.2016
Japan, South Korea Warn Against North Korea Missile Launch
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Japan, South Korea Warn Against North Korea Missile Launch
Summary
On Tuesday, North Korea launched a missile again. It traveled over a great distance, fell to the ground and then exploded. It's forbidden and violation in the humanity. It is costly for North Korea but it is said that ending their nuclear weapons program in exchange for economic aid and security guarantees. However, they don't agree.
Japan, South Korea and the United States have criticized this problem. The U.S. and China agree that the UN should approve a strong resolution against North Korea however, it has still not decided . It is because if something sanctions are put, some companies and banks which are based in China will get targeted. It will lead to increasing tensions between the U.S and China. China wants to protect their position that they are the North's top trading partner.
It is said that North Korea has more than 1000 missiles also.
Discussion
1.What is your opinion about this issue?
I can't understand why it is important to launch missiles and show power. North Korea is not rich country but citizens also are suffering. It is strange that it is important for them to have a nuclear weapon programs more than getting economic aid.
2.What could happen if North Korea will pursue to launch the missile?
To launch a missile is costly. They are likely to become poorer and poorer.
3.What do you think about North Korea?
I think that North Korea is difficult country to understand. Some people escaped. If many people do from North Korea, they will be more poor country. South Korea will get damaged also.
Japan, South Korea Warn Against North Korea Missile Launch
Summary
On Tuesday, North Korea launched a missile again. It traveled over a great distance, fell to the ground and then exploded. It's forbidden and violation in the humanity. It is costly for North Korea but it is said that ending their nuclear weapons program in exchange for economic aid and security guarantees. However, they don't agree.
Japan, South Korea and the United States have criticized this problem. The U.S. and China agree that the UN should approve a strong resolution against North Korea however, it has still not decided . It is because if something sanctions are put, some companies and banks which are based in China will get targeted. It will lead to increasing tensions between the U.S and China. China wants to protect their position that they are the North's top trading partner.
It is said that North Korea has more than 1000 missiles also.
Discussion
1.What is your opinion about this issue?
I can't understand why it is important to launch missiles and show power. North Korea is not rich country but citizens also are suffering. It is strange that it is important for them to have a nuclear weapon programs more than getting economic aid.
2.What could happen if North Korea will pursue to launch the missile?
To launch a missile is costly. They are likely to become poorer and poorer.
3.What do you think about North Korea?
I think that North Korea is difficult country to understand. Some people escaped. If many people do from North Korea, they will be more poor country. South Korea will get damaged also.
2.11.2016
Wearing nothing new
TED
Jessi Arrington: Wearing nothing new
Summary
The speaker Jessi is a designer. She is attracted with fashion. Although she loves wearing, photographing and blogging about her clothes, she doesn't buy anything new. It is because she knows that finding favorite clothes though secondhand is like a treasure hunt. It is environment-friendly and her wallet also. It makes her meet and talk with many people. On the TED stage, she shared with us what she bought for this week with the lessons that she believes.
Sunday, her lesson is that you can look great if you wear with a shiny tiger. You don't spend a lot of money.
Monday, Red color has the power. if you are in a bad mood, wearing bright red pants makes you happy. And then, if you are happy, you are going to attract other happy people to you.
Tuesday, it is sometimes good not to fit in. You can be who you are.
Wednesday, it will be good to play like a child how you dress-up. You can say thank you.
Thursday, if you believe you're a beautiful person inside and out, you have confidence a bit, you will be able to wear many kinds of dresses you want that.
Friday, gold sequins will fit with you.
Saturday, being your own unique personal style can express yourself.
However, she will not take back all those clothes. She is going to donate everything. It means you don't need to get emotionally attached to many things. If you put a little love in your heart and looks, there is always going to be a great and beautiful life just waiting for you.
◆Viewpoints&Discussion
1.Do you usually buy clothes at flea markets and thrift stores?
No, I sometimes buy clothes at thrift stores. In Japan, there are only a few thrift stores. In the store near my house is very popular. I can't buy anything to fit my size because many people come to buy there.
2.Which one is the most impressive lesson among these given by Jessi Arrington?
For me, in the last part, it is the most impressive lesson among those given by Jessi Arrington.
If you put a little love in your heart and looks, there is always going to be a great and beautiful life just waiting for you. You don't need to get emotionally attached to many things.
3.What is your favorite outfit and on what occasions do you usually wear it?
My favorite outfit is a black pantsuit. I usually wear it to take part in the business negotiations. I'm a little emotionally attached. I feel that black color turns me strong. It helps and attracts me.
Jessi Arrington: Wearing nothing new
Summary
The speaker Jessi is a designer. She is attracted with fashion. Although she loves wearing, photographing and blogging about her clothes, she doesn't buy anything new. It is because she knows that finding favorite clothes though secondhand is like a treasure hunt. It is environment-friendly and her wallet also. It makes her meet and talk with many people. On the TED stage, she shared with us what she bought for this week with the lessons that she believes.
Sunday, her lesson is that you can look great if you wear with a shiny tiger. You don't spend a lot of money.
Monday, Red color has the power. if you are in a bad mood, wearing bright red pants makes you happy. And then, if you are happy, you are going to attract other happy people to you.
Tuesday, it is sometimes good not to fit in. You can be who you are.
Wednesday, it will be good to play like a child how you dress-up. You can say thank you.
Thursday, if you believe you're a beautiful person inside and out, you have confidence a bit, you will be able to wear many kinds of dresses you want that.
Friday, gold sequins will fit with you.
Saturday, being your own unique personal style can express yourself.
However, she will not take back all those clothes. She is going to donate everything. It means you don't need to get emotionally attached to many things. If you put a little love in your heart and looks, there is always going to be a great and beautiful life just waiting for you.
◆Viewpoints&Discussion
1.Do you usually buy clothes at flea markets and thrift stores?
No, I sometimes buy clothes at thrift stores. In Japan, there are only a few thrift stores. In the store near my house is very popular. I can't buy anything to fit my size because many people come to buy there.
2.Which one is the most impressive lesson among these given by Jessi Arrington?
For me, in the last part, it is the most impressive lesson among those given by Jessi Arrington.
If you put a little love in your heart and looks, there is always going to be a great and beautiful life just waiting for you. You don't need to get emotionally attached to many things.
3.What is your favorite outfit and on what occasions do you usually wear it?
My favorite outfit is a black pantsuit. I usually wear it to take part in the business negotiations. I'm a little emotionally attached. I feel that black color turns me strong. It helps and attracts me.
2.08.2016
Person Infected With Zika Virus Through Sexual Contact
VOA
Person Infected With Zika Virus Through Sexual Contact
Summary
Zika virus is transmitted to people primarily through the bite of an infected mosquitoes. However, it was announced the virus spread through blood transfusion and the first case of the Zika virus being transmitted in the United States by sexual contact.
It was confirmed that the person who is a non-traveler became infected after having sexual contact with a person who had returned from Venezuela.
Since last year, the Virus has spread by mosquitoues in Latin America, including Venezuela and Brazil where Summer Olympics will be held.
The Brazilan government said to fight the spread of Zika and asked the U.S. government and the WHO for financial help and development a vaccine. They ruled out a ban on traveling or trade.
Discussion
1.How can people protect themselves from the Zika virus?
People can protect themselves from the Zika virus by taking care not to be bitten by mosquitos and not to have sexual contact with a person who had returned from Latin America.
2.What are the effects of the Zika virus to people?
The effects of Zika are fever, rash, headache, joint pain and red eyes. Zika causes mostly mild symptoms in adults. However, in newborn babies, the disease can cause severe brain damage called microcephaly.
3.How does your government warn you about this virus?
Japanese government announces that the Zika virus disease which is called the Zika fever in Japan has been spreading in Latin America. The Zika fever is classified by the law as being infectious. The doctors have the obligation to notify the Japanese government when someone is diagnosed with Zika virus.
Words in this article
ruled out / exclude
bite bit bitten / bάɪt bít bítn /
hide hid hidden / hάɪd híd hídn/
diagnose / dάɪəgnòʊs /
Person Infected With Zika Virus Through Sexual Contact
Summary
Zika virus is transmitted to people primarily through the bite of an infected mosquitoes. However, it was announced the virus spread through blood transfusion and the first case of the Zika virus being transmitted in the United States by sexual contact.
It was confirmed that the person who is a non-traveler became infected after having sexual contact with a person who had returned from Venezuela.
Since last year, the Virus has spread by mosquitoues in Latin America, including Venezuela and Brazil where Summer Olympics will be held.
The Brazilan government said to fight the spread of Zika and asked the U.S. government and the WHO for financial help and development a vaccine. They ruled out a ban on traveling or trade.
Discussion
1.How can people protect themselves from the Zika virus?
People can protect themselves from the Zika virus by taking care not to be bitten by mosquitos and not to have sexual contact with a person who had returned from Latin America.
2.What are the effects of the Zika virus to people?
The effects of Zika are fever, rash, headache, joint pain and red eyes. Zika causes mostly mild symptoms in adults. However, in newborn babies, the disease can cause severe brain damage called microcephaly.
3.How does your government warn you about this virus?
Japanese government announces that the Zika virus disease which is called the Zika fever in Japan has been spreading in Latin America. The Zika fever is classified by the law as being infectious. The doctors have the obligation to notify the Japanese government when someone is diagnosed with Zika virus.
Words in this article
ruled out / exclude
bite bit bitten / bάɪt bít bítn /
hide hid hidden / hάɪd híd hídn/
diagnose / dάɪəgnòʊs /
2.05.2016
Trending Today: Barbie ReimaginedSummary
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Trending Today: Barbie Reimagined
Summary
Three new Barbie dolls were announced. One barbie's waist is more realistic proportion than the previous. Others represent different ethnicities, with a range of skin colors and hair styles.
There were some criticism however, it was not enough for consumers not to buy. There were some good comments though there were some opposite.
The Barbie doll you know will be tall, blond and blue eyed. It was many people's longing for a long time.
Discussion
1.What do you think of the new Barbie dolls?
I don't have ideas whether it is good. When I was a child, I also had a doll. However, people around me didn't think about the doll's body proportion. What's important to us was to have a doll. In the past, toys were few, but now there are many toys and other special things for children. Probably, it will be more fun to use smartphones or iPad or tablet games than playing doll.
2.Are you concerned about your physical looks? Why?
Yes, I am. I am not strong. Even if I am not concerned about my physical looks, when I hear about the critic against me, it becomes my concern. Especially, boyfriend's views has a big impact to me.
3.If there is anything that you would like to change in your body, What is it? Why?
I want to have my long hair back. I have alopecia since last year. I was very proud to have long hair. Suddenly, my hair started to fall out. I can't use combs, because I am scared for my hiar to fall off. If I turn my head to left or right side, my hair will fall off on the floor.
alopecia / the partial or complete absence of hair from areas of the body where it normally grows; baldness.
Trending Today: Barbie Reimagined
Summary
Three new Barbie dolls were announced. One barbie's waist is more realistic proportion than the previous. Others represent different ethnicities, with a range of skin colors and hair styles.
There were some criticism however, it was not enough for consumers not to buy. There were some good comments though there were some opposite.
The Barbie doll you know will be tall, blond and blue eyed. It was many people's longing for a long time.
Discussion
1.What do you think of the new Barbie dolls?
I don't have ideas whether it is good. When I was a child, I also had a doll. However, people around me didn't think about the doll's body proportion. What's important to us was to have a doll. In the past, toys were few, but now there are many toys and other special things for children. Probably, it will be more fun to use smartphones or iPad or tablet games than playing doll.
2.Are you concerned about your physical looks? Why?
Yes, I am. I am not strong. Even if I am not concerned about my physical looks, when I hear about the critic against me, it becomes my concern. Especially, boyfriend's views has a big impact to me.
3.If there is anything that you would like to change in your body, What is it? Why?
I want to have my long hair back. I have alopecia since last year. I was very proud to have long hair. Suddenly, my hair started to fall out. I can't use combs, because I am scared for my hiar to fall off. If I turn my head to left or right side, my hair will fall off on the floor.
alopecia / the partial or complete absence of hair from areas of the body where it normally grows; baldness.
2.03.2016
Is Zika Virus in Brazil Causing Brain Damage in Babies?
VOA
Is Zika Virus in Brazil Causing Brain Damage in Babies?
Summary
In Brazil, a problem of birth defects comes up and women are being warned not to get pregnant. It is because babies were born recently with extremely small heads and severe brain damage. They are likely to die around 10 % after birth. Its condition is called microcephaly. Its number in Brazil increase quickly and started to spread in other some countries. It is thought that the virus called Zika is spread by mosquitos though it had yet to be determined. Zika causes mostly mild symptoms in adults. However, in newborns the disease can cause severe brain damage. There is no vaccine or medicine to prevent or treat Zika. It is necessary for travelers and especially pregnant women to be careful not to be bitten by mosquitos.
Discussion
1.What are the effects of Zika Virus?
The common symptoms of Zika are fever, rash, headache, joint pain and red eyes. Zika causes mostly mild symptoms in adults. However, in newborn babies, the disease can cause severe brain damage called microcephaly.
2.How can pregnant woman protect herself from getting the Zika virus?
Pregnant women can protect herself from getting the Zika virus by take care not to be bitten by mosquitos.
3.Do you enjoy travelling? How do you protect yourself from travel-borne diseases?
No, I don't. This story makes me scared of travelling . It is suggested that I should protect myself from travel-borne diseases to have a vaccination before traveling.
Is Zika Virus in Brazil Causing Brain Damage in Babies?
Summary
In Brazil, a problem of birth defects comes up and women are being warned not to get pregnant. It is because babies were born recently with extremely small heads and severe brain damage. They are likely to die around 10 % after birth. Its condition is called microcephaly. Its number in Brazil increase quickly and started to spread in other some countries. It is thought that the virus called Zika is spread by mosquitos though it had yet to be determined. Zika causes mostly mild symptoms in adults. However, in newborns the disease can cause severe brain damage. There is no vaccine or medicine to prevent or treat Zika. It is necessary for travelers and especially pregnant women to be careful not to be bitten by mosquitos.
Discussion
1.What are the effects of Zika Virus?
The common symptoms of Zika are fever, rash, headache, joint pain and red eyes. Zika causes mostly mild symptoms in adults. However, in newborn babies, the disease can cause severe brain damage called microcephaly.
2.How can pregnant woman protect herself from getting the Zika virus?
Pregnant women can protect herself from getting the Zika virus by take care not to be bitten by mosquitos.
3.Do you enjoy travelling? How do you protect yourself from travel-borne diseases?
No, I don't. This story makes me scared of travelling . It is suggested that I should protect myself from travel-borne diseases to have a vaccination before traveling.
2.02.2016
Roman Toilets Offered No Clear Health Benefits
VOA
Roman Toilets Offered No Clear Health Benefits
Summary
"Roman toilets offered no clear health benefits" it was surprisingly announced in the journal Parasitology. Romans have left several historic buildings. Around 2000 years ago, they built public latrines, baths and some sewerage systems. However, it was found that parasites such as lice were widespread and a serious disease, dysentery increased by examining fossilized feces and excavated combs.
It was said that the warm waters of the bathhouses that people shared was the reason. The waters were not changed often, and scum, or a layer of human dirt and cosmetics, would float on the top of the bathing water. Human waste was used to fertilize crops, and it led to spreading pareasites eggs in there. It would relate that they ate garum which was made from pieces of fermented fish. Due to not being cooked, in the sealed jars, the fish tapeworm increased also.
It's suggested that Roman sanitation may not be good because people couldn't keep health.
Discussion
1. Have you ever been to Rome? IF not, what do you know about Rome?
I have never been to Rome. I think that Rome is a beautiful citiy where there are a lot of famous historic buildings. It is said that their sewerage systems which are public latrines and private baths are great though new findings was announced this time. It is amazing to know the history, even it's thousands of years ago.
2. Does your country have it’s own ‘toilet culture’? What are they?
Yes, it has. By the way, I had my own experience that it was important to keep public toilets clean. In the past, even in Japan, the public toilets were not cleaned in the stations or in the Department stores. I was not able to use those when I go outside. I got sick. It is important for us to pass waste out from our body. Recently, Japanese toilets are beautiful and clean. Especially, in the Department stores or Sopping malls. Its areas are wide and useful. It's almost set toilet seat with bidet function called wash toilet in Japanese. There are some spaces where women can sit and put on makeup. It's a strategy which Department stores lure women to come in their place. It seems that some foreigners take photos there due to its beauty.
3.What are the traditional cleaning methods in your country?
Now, Japanese sewerage systems are great. Used water at toilets, baths, kitchen and rainwater, those are cleaned in the sewage plants and released in the seas.
Words in this story
latrines / a toilet, especially a communal one in a camp or barracks.
scum / a layer of dirt or froth on the surface of a liquid.
fertilize / cause (an egg, female animal, or plant) to develop a new individual by introducing male reproductive material.
garum / fish sauce (made from fermented salted fish)
Roman Toilets Offered No Clear Health Benefits
Summary
"Roman toilets offered no clear health benefits" it was surprisingly announced in the journal Parasitology. Romans have left several historic buildings. Around 2000 years ago, they built public latrines, baths and some sewerage systems. However, it was found that parasites such as lice were widespread and a serious disease, dysentery increased by examining fossilized feces and excavated combs.
It was said that the warm waters of the bathhouses that people shared was the reason. The waters were not changed often, and scum, or a layer of human dirt and cosmetics, would float on the top of the bathing water. Human waste was used to fertilize crops, and it led to spreading pareasites eggs in there. It would relate that they ate garum which was made from pieces of fermented fish. Due to not being cooked, in the sealed jars, the fish tapeworm increased also.
It's suggested that Roman sanitation may not be good because people couldn't keep health.
Discussion
1. Have you ever been to Rome? IF not, what do you know about Rome?
I have never been to Rome. I think that Rome is a beautiful citiy where there are a lot of famous historic buildings. It is said that their sewerage systems which are public latrines and private baths are great though new findings was announced this time. It is amazing to know the history, even it's thousands of years ago.
2. Does your country have it’s own ‘toilet culture’? What are they?
Yes, it has. By the way, I had my own experience that it was important to keep public toilets clean. In the past, even in Japan, the public toilets were not cleaned in the stations or in the Department stores. I was not able to use those when I go outside. I got sick. It is important for us to pass waste out from our body. Recently, Japanese toilets are beautiful and clean. Especially, in the Department stores or Sopping malls. Its areas are wide and useful. It's almost set toilet seat with bidet function called wash toilet in Japanese. There are some spaces where women can sit and put on makeup. It's a strategy which Department stores lure women to come in their place. It seems that some foreigners take photos there due to its beauty.
3.What are the traditional cleaning methods in your country?
Now, Japanese sewerage systems are great. Used water at toilets, baths, kitchen and rainwater, those are cleaned in the sewage plants and released in the seas.
Words in this story
latrines / a toilet, especially a communal one in a camp or barracks.
scum / a layer of dirt or froth on the surface of a liquid.
fertilize / cause (an egg, female animal, or plant) to develop a new individual by introducing male reproductive material.
garum / fish sauce (made from fermented salted fish)
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