News Round Up
by Patrick O'Connor
IT seems that us Brits love nothing better than bath time with Adele!
The Daily Mail reports on a survey by bathroom retailer Bathstore which revealed that the perfect bath is 39C, lasts 27 minutes and 12 seconds – and is accompanied by one candle and music by the British singer. One in seven Brits chose Adele to soundtrack their bathing time.
The lottery helps to fund sports in the UK, but I've added this advert because it reminds me of my mum, who was told at school that she couldn't run because she was a girl. Unfortunately her daughter (me) never managed to run without looking like a windmill, sorry mum. This advert tells a happier story. Sigh.
As ever, watch and listen to the video, when you think you've understood it, click on Read More for the transcript.
A selection of headlines from stories in the news. They use English in a way that you might think is intended to confuse but it's all perfectly clear to the native speaker.