The Associated Press Shares New Photos

May 13, 2026, 20:08
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Introduction

The Associated Press shared some important photos of world events.

Main Body

They shared sixteen photos in a gallery. These photos show leaders from the US and China. They show a court in the Philippines and the King of England. Some photos show the war between Lebanon, Israel, and Iran. These photos show the fighting. The company also has a special list for phones. This list has the best vertical photos from one week. Staff members choose these photos.

Conclusion

The Associated Press shows world news with many types of photos.

Learning

πŸ“Έ Action: The word SHOW

In this text, the word show is used many times. It is a very useful word for A2 students because it describes what we see.

How to use it: Something β†’\rightarrow shows β†’\rightarrow a fact/person/place.

Examples from the text:

  • Photos show leaders. (Photos β†’\rightarrow people)
  • Photos show the fighting. (Photos β†’\rightarrow action)

🌍 Naming Places (Proper Nouns)

Notice that names of countries and people always start with a Big Letter (Capital Letter).

  • US βœ“\checkmark (Not: us)
  • China βœ“\checkmark (Not: china)
  • Philippines βœ“\checkmark (Not: philippines)

Tip: If it is a specific name of a place, always use a capital letter!

Vocabulary Learning

shared (v.)
to give or use something with others
Example:She shared her lunch with her friend.
photos (n.)
pictures taken with a camera
Example:He looked at the photos from his trip.
world (n.)
the earth and all people on it
Example:The world is a beautiful place.
events (n.)
things that happen
Example:The school hosts many events each year.
sixteen (adj.)
the number 16
Example:There are sixteen students in the class.
gallery (n.)
a room where art or photos are displayed
Example:The gallery showed many famous paintings.
leaders (n.)
people who guide or direct others
Example:Leaders must make fair decisions.
court (n.)
a place where legal cases are heard
Example:The case went to court.
war (n.)
a serious conflict between groups
Example:The war ended after many years.
fighting (n.)
the act of combat or struggle
Example:The fighting stopped when they agreed.
company (n.)
a business that sells goods or services
Example:The company hires many workers.
special (adj.)
different or unique from ordinary
Example:She wore a special dress for the party.
list (n.)
a series of items written or spoken
Example:He wrote a list of groceries.
phones (n.)
mobile devices used for calling and texting
Example:My phones are on the table.
best (adj.)
of the highest quality or most suitable
Example:She chose the best option.
vertical (adj.)
standing straight up, not horizontal
Example:The vertical lines on the page are neat.
week (n.)
a period of seven days
Example:We have a week to finish the project.
staff (n.)
employees of a company or organization
Example:The staff worked late.
members (n.)
people who belong to a group
Example:All members must attend the meeting.
choose (v.)
to pick one from a selection
Example:You can choose any color.
news (n.)
information about recent events
Example:The news is on TV.
types (n.)
kinds or categories
Example:There are many types of fruit.
important (adj.)
significant or necessary
Example:It is important to study.
show (v.)
to display or present something
Example:The museum will show new exhibits.
also (adv.)
in addition or too
Example:She also likes music.
has (v.)
to possess or own
Example:He has a bike.