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English lessons built on this week's news, from B1 to C2. Each one has an original article you can listen to, key vocabulary, comprehension and discussion questions, and slides you can present or print. New lessons every Monday and Thursday. No sign-up needed.
When the Golden Goose Lays an AI Egg
A C1 lesson on how AI search summaries are affecting Google's ad revenue, with vocabulary, comprehension, and discussion.
2 November 2026
AI is making video game mashups easier than ever
A news-based lesson on how AI tools are transforming video game modding, with vocabulary, comprehension and discussion for C1 learners.
29 October 2026
The Hidden Scaffolding
A C2 reading and discussion lesson on the global response to AI-discovered PHP vulnerabilities.
26 October 2026
A Slice of the AI Pie for the Public
A C1 lesson examining Anthropic's plan to commit 5% of its shares to a public benefit fund, exploring the debate over mandatory corporate contributions for the public good.
19 October 2026
The Algorithm Off Switch
A C2 lesson built on Australia's proposed 'right to disconnect' from social media algorithms, exploring autonomy, design ethics, and user experience.
15 October 2026
The off switch abroad
An analysis of the UK's debate on foreign AI dependence, digital sovereignty and national resilience, with advanced vocabulary and discussion.
12 October 2026
Why solar tiles are still a rare sight on roofs
A B2 lesson exploring why solar roof tiles have not replaced traditional panels, covering cost, efficiency and installation hurdles.
11 October 2026
When chatbots need protection from us
Learners read about and discuss Anthropic's policy against abusing its AI, exploring what this reveals about human nature and our bond with machines.
11 October 2026
AI video wins science prize then loses it
An AI-generated video won a Nikon microscopy contest, was disqualified, and started a debate on rules for artificial content in science and art.
10 October 2026