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Phrasal Verb News

Learn real English from real news — every day. Join Grant as he takes you through the biggest and most interesting news stories from around the world, explaining useful phrasal verbs, idioms, and natural expressions in context. Each short episode gives you: A quick, clear news summary. Simple explanations of new vocabulary. Examples from both everyday and business English. Practice questions so you can start using the phrases right away. Whether you’re a professional looking to sharpen your

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06:58

OpenAI on Thin Ice: How “Sora 2” and Adult ChatGPT...

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2025/10/31

OpenAI just rolled out two controversial new updates that have users and investors asking, “What are they thinking?”The first is Sora 2, a platform some call “TikTok for AI-generated content,” where users can make realistic videos of anyone — living or dead. The second is a new adult-content mode in ChatGPT, approved only for verified users.While OpenAI says these moves are about creative freedom, critics warn they could open a can of worms around copyright, ethics, and profit motives. Some say the

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06:14

The Louvre Heist: How Thieves “Blended In” and Made...

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2025/10/29

In broad daylight, a group of thieves blended in with construction workers, made off with $100 million worth of Napoleon-era jewels, and slipped through the cracks of one of the most secure museums in the world.In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, Grant breaks down the shocking heist at the Louvre Museum in Paris — how it happened, why investigators are still looking into it, and what English learners can take away (besides the jewels).You’ll learn 5 natural English phrasal verbs that describe

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06:16

🏆 The Nobel Insider Trading Scandal on Polymarket |...

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2025/10/15

The Nobel Peace Prize is supposed to honor integrity — but this year, it’s surrounded by controversy.Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado shocked the world by winning the Nobel Peace Prize, but three traders weren’t surprised at all — because they had already cashed in on her victory, making more than $90,000 in profit.In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, Grant breaks down how a few insiders may have driven up the odds on a crypto betting site — and how the scandal has brought to light

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06:20

France’s Prime Minister Throws in the Towel — and...

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2025/10/08

France’s Prime Minister just threw in the towel after only 28 days in office — the third one to step down in less than a year. Once again, President Macron is up a creek without a paddle, trying to manage a government that can’t see eye to eye or get on the same page about how to fix France’s massive debt crisis.In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, Grant breaks down the story and teaches 5 useful expressions you can use in business, politics, and everyday life:📘 Vocabulary You’ll Learn:1️⃣ Throw

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04:41

Meta Drops the Ball but Zuckerberg Rolls with the...

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2025/09/30

Meta wanted to knock it out of the park with their new $800 Ray-Ban smart glasses — but instead, the live demo dropped the ball. Twice. From failed video calls to cooking AI that ignored commands, the event didn’t go as planned. Luckily, Zuckerberg managed to roll with the punches, and now Meta will need to iron out the bugs before launch.In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, you’ll learn 4 powerful expressions you can use in business and everyday English:✅ Knock it out of the park – hacer algo

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04:35

Screwed Up at Work ? Here’s the Science of Apologies...

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2025/09/25

The average person says sorry at least 8 times a day — no wonder the word has lost some of its power. So what do you do when you really screw up and need to apologize?In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, I’ll explain new research on why effort matters when asking forgiveness, and how word choice can make an apology come across as more sincere. You’ll also learn four powerful phrasal verbs and idioms you can use at work and in life:Screw up → meter la pataCome across as → dar la impresión deGet

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05:47

TikTok Deal Comes Together: Phrasal Verbs from a...

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2025/09/23

Episode overviewTikTok isn’t just a social media app anymore — it’s at the center of a billion-dollar power struggle. U.S. lawmakers forced ByteDance to sell TikTok’s U.S. operations or shut them down, and now a deal is finally starting to come together.In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, I’ll explain the story behind TikTok’s negotiations and teach you 4 useful phrasal verbs/idioms you can use in business, politics, and everyday English — with Spanish translations and real examples.What you’ll

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06:55

US Federal Reserve Cuts Rates: Ripple Effects...

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2025/09/19

Episode overviewThe U.S. Federal Reserve just cut interest rates by 0.25% (25 basis points) — but why does this matter, and how does it affect not just the U.S. but the entire world?In this finance edition of Phrasal Verb News, I’ll explain the Fed’s decision in simple terms, show how it impacts inflation, jobs, and global markets, and teach you 4 phrasal verbs/idioms to talk about economic cause and effect.What you’ll learn todaykeep something in check – to control or limit somethingEn español:

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05:44

Jimmy Kimmel’s Comments Backfired, Did Jimmy Cross...

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2025/09/18

Episode overviewAfter the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, the story has shifted to the aftermath — the public reactions, online comments, and professional consequences that followed. From late-night host Jimmy Kimmel to anonymous social media users, many discovered that words can backfire, damage reputations, and even cost jobs.In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, I’ll explain the story and teach you 5 phrasal verbs and idioms you can use to talk about public reactions, mistakes, and

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08:10

Rudeness Costs $2.1 Billion a Day | Phrasal Verbs for...

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2025/09/16

Episode overviewRudeness isn’t just bad manners — it’s expensive. A new study from the Society for Human Resource Management found that workplace rudeness costs U.S. businesses $2.1 billion every single day. That’s 208 million acts of rudeness: being short in an email, cutting someone off in a meeting, talking down to colleagues, putting others down, or even talking behind someone’s back.In today’s episode of Phrasal Verb News, we’ll break down what these phrases mean, give real-world business

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06:43

Positive News Only: Ice Cream on a Mountain & An...

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2025/09/12

Episode overviewAfter a week of protests, violence, and heavy headlines, it’s time for something different. In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, we focus only on positive, funny, and uplifting stories — no politics, no scandals, no negativity. Just good news that can brighten your day and help you learn useful English expressions.First, we go to Colorado, where hikers climbing a 14,000-foot mountain were surprised by a man dressed as an ice cream cone handing out frozen treats at the summit. Word

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04:54

Hyundai Factory ICE Raid: Workers Drop What They’re...

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2025/09/10

Episode overviewAt a Hyundai factory in Alabama, agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carried out a dramatic raid. Workers on the assembly line were suddenly told to drop what they were doing and line up to be questioned. By the end of the day, 475 employees were arrested in what ICE described as a major undertaking.The raid is part of a sweeping policy to crack down on illegal immigration and hiring practices. But it has already come under fire from community leaders who say the

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06:53

Tesla’s $1 Trillion Plan for Elon Musk comes with...

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2025/09/08

Episode overviewThe board of Tesla wants to pay Elon Musk one trillion dollars — yes, that’s a one followed by 12 zeros. But there are plenty of strings attached. Musk will only get the money if he hits ambitious milestones, from doubling Tesla’s market cap to launching self-driving taxis and humanoid robots. Even then, the payout comes with “golden handcuffs” — he must stay with Tesla for 10 years to collect the full amount.In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, we’ll explore this record-breaking

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06:43

Scottish Brothers Row Across the Pacific & Make Waves...

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2025/09/04

Episode overviewThree brothers from Scotland just set a world record that few would even dare to attempt: rowing across the entire Pacific Ocean. Starting in Peru and finishing in Australia, they rowed over 9,000 miles (14,500 km) in just 139 days — completely unsupported. Along the way they faced storms, seasickness, food shortages, and even a terrifying moment when one brother went overboard.But they didn’t let it take the wind out of their sails. Their determination paid off — they smashed the

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07:11

Nestlé CEO Gets Canned after Romantic Affair with...

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2025/09/03

Episode overviewThis week, Nestlé’s CEO was forced out after an internal investigation revealed he had crossed the line with a subordinate. The scandal came to light thanks to a whistleblower hotline, and the board quickly moved to replace him. In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, we look at what happens when leaders dip the pen in company ink — and we also learn many ways to talk about quitting, resigning, or getting fired in English.What you will learn💼 Ways to talk about ending a job in

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06:11

China & India Bury the Hatchet at SCO Summit |...

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2025/09/02

Episode overviewAt the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit in Tianjin, China and India surprised the world by agreeing to bury the hatchet after years of border tension. Xi Jinping and Narendra Modi met face-to-face, signaling a desire to patch things up and focus on trade and stability.The summit also included plans to set up a new Development Bank to reduce dependence on Western institutions, potentially paving the way for projects in technology, green energy, and infrastructure. Leaders

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06:19

Weekly News Recap: Intel, Tariffs, Victory Peak & the...

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2025/08/29

Episode overviewIt’s Friday, which means it’s time for our weekly review! In this recap of Phrasal Verb News, we revisit four big stories — from the US government buying into Intel, to new US tariffs, a tragic rescue mission on Victory Peak, and the mystery of the Bermuda Triangle. Along the way, we’ll review more than a dozen phrasal verbs and idioms with Spanish translations and business-friendly examples.What you will reviewbounce back = recuperarseback off = echarse para atráscash in on = sacar

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05:15

US Buys Into Intel: Will the Chipmaker Bounce Back? -...

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2025/08/28

In a rare move, the US government has acquired a 10% stake in Intel, converting over $11 billion in pledged funds into shares of the struggling chipmaker. Supporters say it’s a smart way for the US to cash in while boosting domestic chip production, but critics warn that Washington is getting into dangerous territory by mixing politics and business.In this episode of Phrasal Verb News, we explain the story and break down four useful phrasal verbs with Spanish translations and business-friendly

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05:17

Russian Climber Stranded on Victory Peak | Phrasal...

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2025/08/27

Episode overviewToday’s story is a tragic one about Russian mountaineer Natalya Negovista, who became stranded on Victory Peak after breaking her leg during descent. Despite repeated rescue missions and climbers dropping off supplies, brutal weather and icy conditions forced authorities to eventually call off the search. The story highlights both the dangers of extreme mountaineering and the courage of those who set out to help.What you will learnFour essential English phrasal verbs with Spanish

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05:32

Bermuda Triangle Explained: Science vs. Superstition...

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2025/08/26

Episode overviewWhy is the Bermuda Triangle still so mysterious? In today’s episode of Phrasal Verb News, we clear up the myth with science, not superstition. Australian scientist Karl Kruszelnicki argues that statistics and weather explain what happens in the region between Florida, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico.What you will learnFive useful English phrasal verbs with Spanish translations and business-friendly examples:subscribe to – to agree with an ideaEn español: adherirse a / estar de acuerdo

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