Sports
Dale Jr. Defends NASCAR Officials After Talladega Controversy
A NASCAR race at Talladega has caused a major controversy after its finish left many drivers angry and confused.
English Newspaper Reading Practice
Practice reading English with real news — not textbook texts. Every story is rewritten at three levels, so you read news that matches your English, with audio, vocabulary and a quiz built in. Free, updated daily.
The 10-minute daily method
- Read a story at your level for the general idea.
- Check the vocabulary list — simple definitions, no dictionary needed.
- Listen to the audio while reading along, then once without the text.
- Test yourself with the quiz; retry the story tomorrow if you scored low.
- Speak or write one sentence about the story — your opinion counts.
Choose your reading level
CEFR A2
Easy
First ~1,000 words · short sentences
CEFR B1
Medium
~1,000–2,000 words · natural but clear
CEFR B2
Difficult
~2,000–3,000 words · original pace
Not sure? See how the levels work or read about CEFR graded news.
Today’s reading practice
Sports
Manchester United Striker Sesko Out Until January
Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko will be out of football for several months.
Business, Politics
Tax Thresholds Stay Frozen for Three More Years
The government has decided to keep tax thresholds frozen for three more years. These thresholds decide when people start paying tax on their income.
Sports
Chiefs Face Key Questions After Loss to Seahawks
The Kansas City Chiefs are facing several concerns after a loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Reports say the game showed clear flaws in the Chiefs' team.
Business, Politics
People on Different Incomes Share Their Budget Hopes
Ahead of this year's Budget, the BBC spoke to people with very different incomes about what changes they would like to see.
Sports
Rays Call on Pitcher Griffin Jax to Save Season in World Series Game 4
The Tampa Bay Rays faced the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 4 of the 2026 World Series on October 27.
Reading practice FAQ
How do I practice English reading with news?
Pick a story at your level, read it once for the general idea, then read again with the vocabulary list. Listen to the audio while reading along, then take the quiz to check your understanding. Two stories a day, every day, is the routine that works.
Which level should I read: A2, B1 or B2?
Start at Medium (B1). If you understand almost everything without the vocabulary list, move up to Difficult (B2). If it feels hard, switch to Easy (A2) — every story has a level switcher at the top, and the facts stay the same at every level.
Is this reading practice free?
Yes — every story, audio narration, vocabulary list, quiz and printable worksheet on Practice with News is completely free, for self-learners and for teachers using them in class.
Is news reading practice good for ESL students and beginners?
Yes. News is current and worth talking about, which makes it motivating. Beginners should start with Easy (A2) stories: 100–170 words, short sentences, and only the most common English words — with audio to train listening at the same time.
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