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Fastest glacier melt in modern history

An Antarctic glacier shrunk by 50% in just two months. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com

An Antarctic glacier shrunk by 50% in just two months - this is the fastest retreat recorded in modern history. Hear about this story and learn some vocabulary from the headlines with Beth and Georgie.

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