📚 English Speeches' Newsletter #102

Hello, English Speeches community!

Welcome to our 102nd newsletter! This week, we bring you gripping stories, practical writing tips, and a deeply personal speech from a global sports icon, all to help you grow your English fluency with purpose and heart. Whether you’re building vocabulary, improving your sentence flow, or learning through real moments, each section supports your journey step by step.

• English with News covers the moment Australian journalist Lauren Tomasi was hit by a rubber bullet while reporting live from LA protests.
  

• Learn English shares 11 practical tips to boost your writing — from thinking in English to editing in clear steps.
  

• English Speeches features P.V. Sindhu’s inspiring graduation speech on effort, failure, and showing up every day.

Enjoy this week’s newsletter and let us know what stood out for you most 😊

ENGLISH WITH NEWS

Australian Journalist Shot During LA Riot Coverage

This week, Australian reporter Lauren Tomasi was struck by a rubber bullet while covering immigration protests in Los Angeles. Captured live on air, the incident has drawn attention to the risks journalists face in high-tension environments and the growing unrest tied to US immigration policies.

Key Words:

1. Protest (n.) – A public demonstration of objection or disapproval.

   • Example: Thousands joined the protest against the recent immigration raids.
     

2. Riot (n.) – A violent disturbance by a crowd.

   • Example: The peaceful protest escalated into a full-blown riot after nightfall.
     

3. Correspondent (n.) – A journalist reporting from a particular place or on a specific topic.

   • Example: The foreign correspondent was injured while reporting on the scene.

This shocking moment highlights both the intensity of civil unrest and the courage of field journalists (SOURCE).

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LEARN ENGLISH

11 Tips for You to Improve Your Writing Faster

Strong writing skills can dramatically boost your confidence in English. This article walks you through 11 practical tips to help you write faster and better without sounding robotic. Whether you're preparing for an exam, emailing a colleague, or writing a journal, these strategies can make a real difference.

Key Points:

• Avoid Translation Thinking – Instead of translating every sentence from your native language, train your brain to form ideas directly in English.
  

• Focus on Sentence Rhythm – Good writing flows. Mixing short and long sentences adds clarity and keeps your reader engaged.
  

• Edit in Layers – Don’t try to fix everything at once. First, focus on ideas. Then check grammar, punctuation, and word choice.

For the complete guide, real examples, and bonus tips, read the full article on our website.

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ENGLISH SPEECHES

P.V. Sindhu: Just Show Up

Join us as Olympic medallist and badminton champion P.V. Sindhu delivers a heartfelt graduation speech at FLAME University in 2025. From childhood dreams to heartbreak, from injury to historic wins, she shares the real lessons that built her and why showing up matters more than being perfect.

Key Points for English Learners:

• Real-Life Storytelling – Learn how personal stories can teach powerful life lessons and keep listeners engaged.
  

• Powerful Phrasing – Expressions like “Dreams are free, but effort isn’t” and “Just show up” are memorable and motivating.
  

• Natural Speech Rhythm – Hear pauses, humour, and emphasis in a real public speaking context to improve listening fluency.

Speeches like this help you build vocabulary and confidence while hearing English used in real moments.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Fluency doesn’t come from getting everything right the first time. It comes from the courage to try, the humility to fail, and the strength to keep going. Every mistake is a lesson. Every attempt builds skill. Progress is not always easy or fast, but it's always real when you show up and try again. The only way to fail is to stop trying.

So try. Fail. Repeat. That’s how you grow.

THAT’S A WRAP

We're grateful for your continued companionship on this language-learning voyage. Don't hesitate to share your thoughts, ideas, or inquiries. Together, we'll keep exploring, expanding, and expressing ourselves with confidence in the English language!

Keep learning and thriving,

Ricardo
Founder, English Speeches YouTube Channel