Luyện ngữ pháp - English Collocations in Use - Intermediate ((Unit 8: (Unit 1: Topics: Society and institutions))


News

The language of news stories

MINISTER GIVES THE GO-AHEAD TO PLANS

In a surprising turn of events last night, the government agreed to plans for the development of the City. Interested parties1 will hold talks throughout the week.

ANTI-SMOKING CAMPAIGN

The Minister for Health today outlined plans for a national anti-smoking campaign. The government intends to launch the campaign in the new year.

MINISTER QUITS

The Arts Minister has resigned after only six months in the top job. He has attracted attention over his controversial decision to re-introduce charges for museum entry.

TOURIST TAKEN CAPTIVE

A tourist was taken hostage when rebel troops seized control of St Pips Airport last night. The government has lost control of the area. Our reporter in St Pips is keeping a close watch on the situation and we shall be keeping you informed as the news develops.

LIGHTNING STRIKES

Peace talks between the Eastern Liberation Army and the government of Karavia broke down last night. Civil war is now likely.

PEACE TALKS END IN FAILURE

A building caught fire when lightning struck a farm in Hampshire yesterday. Fortunately there was no loss of life.

Common mistakes

Note that we say the latest news, NOT the last news.
- Lesson 36: A. Collocations about newspapers - Lesson 36: Exercise 36.1


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