How to Use This Site
A few minutes of reading and listening each day
Choose Arabic or Russian, then select an Easy or Intermediate article. Start with the latest articles or explore the archive using search, level, category, and tags.
Listen and read
Try listening once before reading. Then follow the text while the audio plays. Use the − and + controls to adjust the speed, and the circular-arrow buttons to skip back or forward five seconds. The compact player remains available as you scroll.
Get support when you need it
Select Key vocabulary to jump to useful words and expressions. Select English Translation to open the translation and jump to it. Try understanding the original text first, then use the English to check your interpretation.
Make it yours
Choose your reading font and text size, and show or hide Arabic vowel marks or Russian stress marks. On mobile, tap the settings button beneath the featured image. Your reading preferences are saved in this browser.
Build a simple routine
Look at the headline and image, listen, read, explore unfamiliar vocabulary, and listen again. To finish, try summarizing the story aloud or in writing. You don’t need to understand every word or follow every step.
The articles and supporting materials are AI-generated and may contain errors. If you spot a problem, contact us.
What We Publish
We publish two new articles in each language each day:
- Easy: Approximately A2 to low B1. These articles use shorter sentences, more common vocabulary, and simpler structures.
- Intermediate: Approximately B1 to B2. These articles include more detail, broader vocabulary, and somewhat more complex language.
These CEFR comparisons are general guides rather than formally assessed ratings. Difficulty can also vary according to the story and your familiarity with its subject.
Weekly Topic Schedule
Each day has a general theme, giving you variety throughout the week while exposing you to a wide range of current events.
| Day | Theme | What You Might Read About |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Human Interest & Everyday Life | People, communities, unusual experiences, and changes in daily life |
| Tuesday | Politics & Public Affairs | Government, diplomacy, public policy, elections, public services, and international affairs |
| Wednesday | Science & Education | Science, technology, the environment, education, research, and innovation |
| Thursday | World News | Important international events from around the world |
| Friday | Culture & Travel | Arts, books, film, music, language, museums, heritage, food, architecture, tourism, and travel |
| Saturday | Sports | Athletes, teams, clubs, competitions, and sporting achievements |
| Sunday | Major Headlines | One of the most significant current stories |
This schedule is an editorial guide rather than an absolute rule. Major events and the availability of suitable recent stories may occasionally require some flexibility.