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A1 Spanish News | Can Max Verstappen Beat 100 Karts? 17.09.2026 8min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The world's best racing driver is about to race 100 karts at once. Also: Latino immigrants say they're in legal limbo after being deported to African country. Every episode ends with a Spanish language recap: three vocabulary words and one grammar point, explained in Spanish with examples you can repeat. Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-17

A1 Spanish News | Phil Knight Gives $1.1 Billion for Women's Hospital 16.09.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Phil Knight and his wife give $1.1 billion to an Oregon medical center to help create the state's first hospital for women and improve heart care. Also: OpenAI says it supports independent reviews for big AI models as lawmakers debate new safety rules. Hoy: Donación grande para hospital de mujeres · OpenAI apoya revisiones independientes. Today’s Spanish focus: Hace unos diez años (ten years ago) = ten years ago. Vocabulary: corazón (heart), médicos (doctors), revisiones (reviews). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-16

A1 Spanish News | Can Europe Build Its Own AI Fast Enough? 15.09.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A cement company in Pakistan adds more solar panels and already gets over a quarter of its power from the sun, helped by cheap parts from China. Also: Christine Lagarde says Europe needs its own AI models and more datacentres so it is not too dependent on the US or China. Hoy: La energía solar cambia Pakistán · Europa necesita su propia IA. Today’s Spanish focus: necesita, needs = needs. Vocabulary: la red (the grid), el terreno (the land), la factura (the bill). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-15

A1 Spanish News | Can Celine Dion Return to the Stage? 14.09.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Trump says the US will remove a 10% tax on Irish whisky after talks in Ireland. Also: Celine Dion returns to the stage in Paris after six years, moved to tears. Hoy: Trump quita el impuesto al whisky · Céline Dion vuelve al escenario. Today’s Spanish focus: había hecho, had done = had done. Vocabulary: el impuesto (tax), la ceremonia (ceremony), el trofeo (trophy). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-14

A1 Spanish News | Why a $4,000 Robot Dog Turns Heads 13.09.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A $4,000 robot dog from China walks with a journalist in Washington, drawing photos, questions, and reactions from people and animals. Also: France's record heat and drought pushed grapes to higher sugar levels, leading officials to allow some champagne to reach a higher alcohol limit. Hoy: Perro robot sorprende en Washington · El calor cambia el champán. Today’s Spanish focus: se paró, stopped = stopped. Vocabulary: robot (robot), batería (battery), correr (to run). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-13

A1 Spanish News | Can AI Help the UK Economy Grow? 12.09.2026 9min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The UK economy grew by 0.4% in July, helped by AI and services, even as war fallout still raised costs and interest rates. Also: The Houthis advanced along Yemen's Red Sea coast, strengthening their control and raising risks for shipping and trade. Hoy: La economía del Reino Unido sube · Los hutíes avanzan en Yemen. Today’s Spanish focus: creció un 0,4% (grew by 0.4%) = grew by 0.4%. Vocabulary: la inteligencia artificial (artificial intelligence), el crecimiento (growth), la sorpresa (surprise). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-12

A1 Spanish News | Can Anthropic Stop AI Misuse for Bioweapons? 11.09.2026 8min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Anthropic says bad actors tried to misuse its systems to design bombs, make deadly pathogens, and carry out surveillance. The company says it closed the accounts and published a. Also: Primark plans home delivery in Great Britain after years of resistance. It bought a warehouse in Sheffield, and analysts say the move shows pressure from faster fashion rivals and. Hoy: Anthropic publica informe largo · Primark prepara entregas a domicilio. Today’s Spanish focus: publicó un informe largo, published a long report = published a long report. Vocabulary: informe (report), cerrar (to close), vigilancia (surveillance). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-11

A1 Spanish News | Can Europe Build a Space Giant? 10.09.2026 8min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A French space company raises $450 million and pushes Europe to move faster in space. Also: A huge study says very hot tea and coffee can triple the risk of one throat cancer type. Hoy: Europa busca una gran empresa espacial · El té muy caliente sube el riesgo. Today’s Spanish focus: Si todo va bien, If all goes well = If all goes well. Vocabulary: ronda (funding round), empresa (company), nave (spacecraft). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-10

A1 Spanish News | Can ASML's $400M Machines Lift Chip Output 40%? 09.09.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Big chipmakers plan to use ASML's latest machines and accept a technical change that could raise chip production by 40%. Also: A new study says many used electric cars still keep about 90% of their battery after 150,000 kilometers. Hoy: Las máquinas de ASML · Las baterías duran más. Today’s Spanish focus: van a usar, are going to use = are going to use. Vocabulary: la máquina (machine), el cambio (change), la producción (production). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-09

A1 Spanish News | Indonesia Volcano Cuts Off 1,558 Flights 08.09.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A volcano in Indonesia shuts eight airports and cancels 1,558 flights, affecting 170,000 passengers. Also: Australia plans a law to let people turn off social media algorithms, with possible penalties for big tech firms. Hoy: Volcán en Indonesia cierra aeropuertos · Australia quiere apagar algoritmos. Today’s Spanish focus: Repite: cancelaron 1.558 vuelos = Repeat: they canceled 1,558 flights. Vocabulary: ceniza (ash), aeropuertos (airports), cancelaron (they canceled). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-08

A1 Spanish News | Can Isar Aerospace Open Space for Europe? 07.09.2026 9min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A German company launches Europe's first fully commercial orbital rocket from Norway. Also: The UN supports a new world map that shows Africa's size more accurately. Hoy: Cohete alemán llega al espacio · La ONU apoya mapa nuevo de África. Today’s Spanish focus: lanzar = to launch = to launch. Vocabulary: mapa (map), tamaño (size), lugar (place). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-07

A1 Spanish News | Can Bangladesh's Floating Schools Keep Kids in Class? 06.09.2026 8min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A floating school in Bangladesh still gets children to class when rain and mud make travel hard. Also: Flock surveillance cameras face rare backlash from both the right and the left in the US. Hoy: Escuela flotante sigue en Bangladesh · Rechazo a cámaras Flock crece. Today’s Spanish focus: puede servir = can serve. Vocabulary: el río (the river), el barro (mud), la casa (the home). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-06

A1 Spanish News | After 8 Years, BepiColombo Reaches Mercury's Final Stretch 05.09.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: After eight years in space, BepiColombo moves into the final stretch toward Mercury and prepares for orbit. Also: Volkswagen approves another major job cut plan, bringing total planned cuts to 100,000 by 2030. Hoy: BepiColombo llega a Mercurio · Volkswagen corta 50.000 empleos. Today’s Spanish focus: entrar en órbita, to enter orbit = to enter orbit. Vocabulary: Mercurio (Mercury), módulo (module), pasar por (to pass through). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-05

A1 Spanish News | Australia's Data Centre Boom Faces a Cost Question 04.09.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Australia's fast-growing data centre buildout raises worries about noise, water, energy, and land near local homes. Also: The Japanese yen jumps more than 2% as traders bet the Bank of Japan may raise interest rates soon. Hoy: Centros de datos crecen en Australia · El yen sube por posible subida. Today’s Spanish focus: puede = can. Vocabulary: el ruido (noise), la comunidad (community), el terreno (land). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-04

A1 Spanish News | Can Zeekr Win North America's Car Market? 03.09.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: A Chinese EV maker says it is the best and prepares to enter North America with lower tariffs and a huge first-year sales target. Also: MapQuest jumps to number one on the App Store after refusing to rename Lake Ontario and keeping its historical map names. Hoy: Zeekr quiere entrar en Norteamérica · MapQuest sube al primer puesto. Today’s Spanish focus: puede atraer = can attract. Vocabulary: arancel (tariff), comprador (buyer), ventaja (advantage). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-03

A1 Spanish News | Why the FTC Is Suing Amazon Over Ads 02.09.2026 8min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: The FTC says Amazon secretly raised ad prices for years and may have overcharged advertisers by billions. Also: A farming family uses vending machines to sell fresh milk and local food in rural villages. Hoy: Amazon y anuncios caros · Leche fresca en pueblos. Today’s Spanish focus: han demandado = they have sued. Vocabulary: recargo (extra charge), oculto (hidden), demanda (lawsuit). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-02

A1 Spanish News | Heart Disease Gets a Fast New AI Check 01.09.2026 6min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Scientists say El Niño is now stronger than it has been in 1,000 years, based on coral records from the Galápagos. Also: Doctors have built a fast ECG tool that can spot signs of heart failure and valve disease in less than two seconds. Hoy: El Niño está más fuerte · Herramienta de IA para el corazón. Today’s Spanish focus: puede ver, can see = can see. Vocabulary: la herramienta (the tool), el corazón (the heart), el paciente (the patient). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-09-01

A1 Spanish News | Are Homeowners Paying the Price for Cash Claims? 31.08.2026 6min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Top officials from Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan meet in Istanbul to discuss security and military cooperation after a new defense pact. Also: Australia's regulator says many home insurers pay cash for claims, and families may still face extra repair costs after cyclone damage. Hoy: Reunión en Estambul por seguridad · Seguros de casa dejan gastos extra. Today’s Spanish focus: puede ser, can be = can be. Vocabulary: el presupuesto (budget), el dinero (money), los gastos (expenses). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-08-31

A1 Spanish News | Can Cara Severino Be Found Safe After Nepal Floods? 30.08.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: An Australian woman is found safe after flooding in Nepal. Also: UK telecom leaders warn slow upgrades could hurt the AI race. Hoy: Mujer australiana hallada a salvo · Reino Unido va tarde con la red. Today’s Spanish focus: está a salvo (is safe) = is safe. Vocabulary: inundaciones (floods), sana (healthy), a salvo (safe). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-08-30

A1 Spanish News | Berlin Refuses to Pay Hackers 29.08.2026 7min

Learn Spanish through today’s real news. Slow, clear Spanish at A1, with a full transcript and English translation. In this episode: Cambodia says it has shut down scam compounds, but rights groups and experts doubt the claim because it cannot be independently verified. Also: Berlin's mayor says the city will not pay hackers after a cyber-attack, even as stolen data is threatened with auction. Hoy: Camboya dice que ya no hay estafas · Berlín no cederá ante hackers. Today’s Spanish focus: no puede - cannot = cannot. Vocabulary: sospechoso (suspect), redada (raid), lugar (place). Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: https://linguawire.com/episodes/spanish-a1-2026-08-29