Mar 25, 2025 Afternoon
1. Trump announces potential tariff increases on European wines
1. 特朗普宣布可能提高对欧洲葡萄酒的关税
- President Trump has confirmed the potential imposition of a 200% tariff on European wines as part of ongoing trade strategies.
- 特朗普总统已确认可能对欧洲葡萄酒征收 200% 的关税，这是正在进行的贸易战略的一部分。
- The aim is to protect U.S. industries and address trade imbalances, although specifics are still under discussion.
- 目的是保护美国产业和解决贸易不平衡问题，尽管具体细节仍在讨论中。
- The news is significant due to the possible impacts on trade relations and market dynamics between the U.S. and Europe.
- 由于该消息可能对美国和欧洲之间的贸易关系和市场动态产生影响，因此意义重大。
Key Phrases/Vocab & Explanations
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Tariff (“关税”): A tax imposed on imported goods and services.
- Pronunciation: /ˈtærɪf/: "TAIR-if"
- Memorization tips: Think of it as a "tear-off" strip on a price tag, representing an extra charge added to the import price.
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Imposition (“征收”): The act of establishing or enforcing something, such as a tax or a law.
- Pronunciation: /ɪm.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/: "im-puh-ZISH-un"
- Memorization tips: "Impose" means to force something on someone. "Imposition" is the act of doing this. Imagine imposing your will, which is like enforcing a rule.
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Trade imbalances (“贸易不平衡”): A situation in which the value of a country's imports exceeds the value of its exports (trade deficit) or vice versa (trade surplus).
- Pronunciation: /treɪd ɪmˈbæl.ənsɪz/: "trade im-BAL-uhn-siz"
- Memorization tips: "Imbalance" means a lack of balance. Think of a seesaw that's tilted because one side is heavier (more imports or exports).
Grammar Insights
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"The potential imposition of a 200% tariff"
- “of” 在这里表示所属关系，即 200% 的关税的征收。
2. Ukraine-Russia war: Major developments and ceasefire talks
2. 乌克兰-俄罗斯战争：主要进展和停火谈判
- Moscow and Kyiv have agreed to new talks regarding a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict, highlighting potential for diplomatic progress.
- 莫斯科和基辅已同意就持续冲突中的停火进行新的谈判，突出了外交进展的潜力。
- Recent military activity includes a significant explosion at a key Russian airbase in Ukraine, increasing tensions.
- 最近的军事活动包括乌克兰一个关键俄罗斯空军基地的重大爆炸，这加剧了紧张局势。
- The situation remains fluid, with ongoing international discussions about military and strategic support for Ukraine.
- 局势依然不稳定，国际社会正在就对乌克兰的军事和战略支持进行持续讨论。
Key Phrases/Vocab & Explanations
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Ceasefire (“停火”): A temporary suspension of fighting, typically by agreement between opposing sides.
- Pronunciation: /ˈsiːs.faɪr/: "SEES-fire"
- Memorization tips: "Cease" means to stop. A ceasefire is literally a stopping of fire.
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Fluid (“不稳定的”): Subject to change; not fixed or stable.
- Pronunciation: /ˈfluːɪd/: "FLOO-id"
- Memorization tips: Think of fluids like water, which constantly change shape and adapt to their container. A fluid situation is similarly adaptable and changeable.
Grammar Insights
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"...highlighting potential for diplomatic progress."
- “Highlighting” 现在分词作状语，表示伴随状态。
3. Trump unfreezes funds for USAID programs in Africa
3. 特朗普解冻对非洲 USAID 项目的资金
- President Trump has reinstated $19 million for USAID-backed programs in South Sudan, Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo following a Supreme Court ruling.
- 在最高法院裁决后，特朗普总统恢复了对南苏丹、苏丹和刚果民主共和国的 USAID 支持项目的 1900 万美元资金。
- The funds aim to support humanitarian efforts, marking a shift in U.S. policy towards Africa.
- 这些资金旨在支持人道主义援助工作，标志着美国对非洲政策的转变。
- This move is intended to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties with the affected African nations.
- 此举旨在加强与受影响非洲国家的外交和经济联系。
Key Phrases/Vocab & Explanations
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Reinstate (“恢复”): To restore to a previous position or condition.
- Pronunciation: /ˌriːɪnˈsteɪt/: "ree-in-STATE"
- Memorization tips: "Re-" means to do again. "Instate" means to establish. Reinstate means to establish again. Think of putting something back "in its state."
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Humanitarian (“人道主义的”): Concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare.
- Pronunciation: /hjuːˌmæn.ɪˈtɛr.i.ən/: "hyoo-man-i-TAIR-ee-uhn"
- Memorization tips: Think of "humanity" and "aid" combined. Humanitarian efforts are aimed at helping humanity.
4. Trump facilitates investment in U.S. critical minerals
4. 特朗普推动对美国关键矿产的投资
- An Executive Order from President Trump aims to boost U.S. critical minerals production, reducing reliance on foreign producers.
- 特朗普总统的一项行政命令旨在促进美国关键矿产生产，减少对外国生产商的依赖。
- The order streamlines permitting for mining projects and seeks to enhance investment through U.S. institutions like EXIM.
- 该命令简化了采矿项目的许可程序，并寻求通过美国进出口银行等机构增加投资。
- NioCorp Developments Ltd.'s Elk Creek Project could benefit significantly, potentially producing key materials for defense and technology.
- NioCorp Development Ltd. 的 Elk Creek 项目可能会从中受益匪浅，有可能生产用于国防和技术的关键材料。
Key Phrases/Vocab & Explanations
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Streamline (“简化”): To make something more efficient and simpler.
- Pronunciation: /ˈstriːm.laɪn/: "STREEM-line"
- Memorization tips: Think of the smooth shape of a fish or a car, designed to move efficiently through water or air. Streamlining makes a process similarly smooth and efficient.
Grammar Insights
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"...reducing reliance on foreign producers."
- “Reducing” 现在分词作状语，表示结果。