No state has ended personal income taxes since 1980, but Mississippi and Kentucky may change that

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06 | News headlines

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"News headlines" provide an excellent learning opportunity for you as an ESL learner. Headlines often use concise and impactful language, packed with vocabulary and grammar that can be challenging but highly valuable. Understanding today's vocabulary will not only help you when discussing news articles but will also encourage critical thinking and foster communication skills in English. So, let's jump right in!

5 TERMS

Allegation (Noun): A claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.
Controversy (Noun): A prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion, often regarding a sensitive or divisive issue.
Repercussion (Noun): An unintended consequence or effect of an action, especially one that is negative or harmful.
Speculation (Noun): The forming of a theory or conjecture without firm evidence.
Imminent (Noun): About to happen; impending.