Learning English Podcast - Jimmy Lai Trial, Long-Term Fatigue

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VOCABULARY FROM VIDEO: Thank you, VOA Learning English, for this insightful video. It sheds light on the trial of Jimmy Lai, the former head of Hong Kong's Apple Daily, under China's national security law, and highlights the challenges to press freedom in the region. VOCABULARY: 0. National Security Law (noun phrase) 00:59 -Context: 'Jimmy Lai went on trial Monday on charges related to the territory's national security law.' -Explanation: The national security law refers to legislation in Hong Kong that addresses perceived threats to China's national security, with implications for press freedom and political activities. 1. Secession (noun) 02:47 -Context: 'That law bans what it calls secession and collusion with foreign forces.' -Explanation: Secession involves the withdrawal or separation of a region from a larger political entity, often a country. 2. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (noun phrase) 08:17 -Context: 'It found that 1.3% of American adults reported having Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or something like it.' -Explanation: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a medical condition characterized by severe tiredness, often lasting for at least six months, and is not alleviated by rest. 3. Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (noun phrase) 10:50 -Context: 'They were asked if a doctor had ever told them they had Myalgic Encephalomyelitis or CFS and whether they still have it.' -Explanation: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis is another term used for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, a complex disorder involving fatigue and other symptoms. 4. Code Names (noun phrase) 20:49 -Context: 'Codes use symbols, numbers, or words to give or get access to secret information.' -Explanation: Code names are aliases or secret names used to conceal the identity of individuals or operations, often employed in espionage or covert activities. 5. HQ (abbreviation) 28:10 -Context: 'Now I have another very important mission for you. See you back at HQ.' -Explanation: HQ stands for headquarters, which refers to the main office or central command of an organization. I posted more learning listening video on my youtube too!

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