{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6a71c2726af4dfc9186e6894/6a740c202578a0c7e2ce2773?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"A2 European Portuguese News | Seven Beluga Whales Arrive in Texas","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6a71c2726af4dfc9186e6894/8d1aff4b-1dcb-45af-9209-3e190db352ca.jpg?height=200","description":"<p>Learn European Portuguese through today’s real news. Clear, steady European Portuguese at A2, with a full transcript and English translation.</p>\n\n<p>In this episode: The FDA approves Moderna&#x27;s mRNA seasonal flu vaccine for adults 50 and older, with trial results showing fewer confirmed flu cases and some mild side effects. Also: Seven rescued beluga whales arrive in Texas after a long transfer from a closed Canadian theme park, where caretakers are monitoring their health and adaptation.</p>\n\n<p>Hoje: Vacina da Moderna aprovada · Sete belugas chegam ao Texas.</p>\n\n<p>Today’s European Portuguese focus: estão a receber, are receiving = are receiving. Vocabulary: vacina (vaccine), ensaio (trial), efeito secundário (side effect).</p>\n\n<p>Learn more from today’s episode with the full podcast transcript, English translation, vocabulary explanations, and extra learning materials: <a href=\"https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-08-06\">https://linguawire.com/episodes/portuguese-a2-2026-08-06</a></p>","author_name":"LinguaWire"}