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W: Do you know J. Smith released his first song last night?

M: Yes, quite exciting. I played that song on repeat all night.

W: No wonder. You are his big fan.

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M: Seriously? I must have checked my watch 30 times. Now we've missed a movie opening.

W: Sorry, the train I was on had an engine problem halfway here.

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M: Can I rent skates here?

W: Of course. Men's skates are on the right side and the cost is $10 per hour, but you'll have to wait about 30 minutes.

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M: Excuse me, do you know when the next bus arrives?

W: Should be in five minutes, unless it's late as usual.

M: Typical! I'm already late for a meeting.

W: Public transport is where schedules are just suggestions.

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M: Good morning. I'm here for the job interview. My name is Tom Smith.

W: Please have a seat here. The interviewers are just finishing up with the previous candidate. Would you like a glass of water while you wait?

M: That would be great, thank you.

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M: Laura, look! A missing golden dog that answers to Buddy was last seen yesterday evening.

W: Wait. Isn't that the dog we saw near the bakery this morning?

M: Exactly. Let's call the owner now.

W: Hold on, Jamie. Let's check the bakery first.

M: Smart. If we find him, we'll wait with him until the owner arrives.

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W: Look, Jimmy's report came today.

M: Let's have a look. What is this? Where are all the grades?

W: Our son is already in the third grade, Sam. You see under each subject that he is being taught in school, he receives a mark from one to three. A one means his achievement or work is excellent. Here in science, for example, he got a two, which means it is satisfactory.

M: What about here in physical education?

W: He got a three this year. We should work on that with him.

M: So confusing. In my day, we got an A or B if we were doing well, and if we failed an exam we would get an F.

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W: Charlie, do you have a second?

M: Yeah, what's up?

W: Well, I went and paid the bills today, and you still haven't given me your half.

M: Yeah, I wanted to talk to you about that. I agreed we would go halves on all the bills, but frankly, I've changed my mind.

W: Why?

M: Well, you have long hair and use the hair dryer every morning. I don't. You leave your computer on all night downloading files. I don't. You see what I'm getting at here.

W: You leave the air conditioner on day and night. You also take thirty-minute showers, which means you are using way more gas and water than me.

M: Well, while we are at it, stop bringing your friends over for drinks every weekend. You always leave a mess and keep me up all night.

W: Charlie, I didn't mean to argue. I'm sorry if I've been inconsiderate. Let's just figure this out together.

M: Yeah, you're right. I'm sorry too. Let's sit down and work out a fair way.

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W: Thank you for tuning in to CCN news. I am on the shore of the South sea in England, where I'm joined by John Hunt, a local fisherman. John, thank you for being with us today.

M: It's a pleasure. Thank you for having me.

W: John, just behind us is where you saved a young boy yesterday. Tell us what happened.

M: I was walking my dog along the beach when I noticed someone in the water, and my dog kept barking.

W: What did you do?

M: It all happened so fast. Before I knew it, I was in the sea dragging the young boy out.

W: I believe his parents were so glad you saved him.

M: Yes, they were. They have a baby and they had just turned their back for a second as the baby needed changing. Once I got the boy to the shore, they ran over and thanked me. Luckily, the boy was fine.

W: Have they offered you a meaningful gift or some money to thank you?

M: Well, they at first offered me a free stay in a hotel they own, but I refused. I'm just glad the boy is safe. That's enough. Finally, they treated me to a tasty meal and then drove me home.

W: That's really nice of you.

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M: Welcome back to the morning AGRI Voice 102.5. I'm your host Sam Cotter. Have you ever imagined farming without soil? Hydroponics lets plants grow in special water containing nutrients, like giving them a fast-food meal through their roots. Here's why it's awesome. First is the super speedy growth. Plants grow 30% to 50% faster, because roots grab food easily. Without digging in soil, it can save water. So it is perfect for dry areas, because water can be recycled. At last, there are fewer insects compared with plants in soil. Do you know the application of this technology? For example, NASA grows space vegetables for astronauts. Also Dutch greenhouses produce 60 kilograms of tomatoes per square meter yearly, enough for 120 hamburgers. Hydroponics can feed cities, grow food in deserts and reduce pollution. It's not just farming — it's science in action.