【中英文新聞】美國國會爭奪戰！民主黨有望翻盤？｜歐洲青年抗議潮！法德爆衝突｜明年健保費凍漲？｜SOAP教你處理職場衝突｜主人這些小動作其實是在送客｜20261103
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2026 年 11 月 3 日｜HOT 基礎英文新聞｜S1 EP346
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※本集節目引用之新聞與圖片來源：中央社、工商時報、聯合新聞網、自由時報、經理人、遠見、換日線
第一則：美國期中選舉決勝負！民主黨聲勢看漲
美國期中選舉於 11 月 3 日登場。民調顯示，60% 的受訪者不滿川普施政，尤其對居高不下的物價，以及陷入僵局的伊朗戰爭感到不滿。最新數據估計，民主黨掌控兩院的機率約 70%，甚至有可能奪回眾議院的多數席次。
選情也將牽動亞洲科技股。分析師認為，若民主黨掌控兩院，AI 產業及資料中心可能面臨更嚴格審查；若共和黨守住國會，政策有望延續，可能有利台韓晶片供應鏈。
U.S. Midterm Elections Enter the Final Stretch! Democrats Gain Momentum
The U.S. midterm elections take place on November 3. Polls show that 60% of respondents disapprove of President Trump’s performance, particularly due to persistently high prices and the stalemate in the war with Iran. The latest estimates put the chances of Democrats controlling both chambers of Congress at around 70%, and polls suggest they could regain a majority in the House of Representatives.
The election results could also affect Asian technology stocks. Analysts believe that if Democrats gain control of both chambers, the AI industry and data centers could face stricter scrutiny; if Republicans retain control of Congress, current policies could continue, potentially benefiting chip supply chains in Taiwan and South Korea.
第二則：萬聖節不平靜！法國德國街頭示威入夜後變調
法國、德國於 10 月 31 日爆發青年示威。德國示威者橫跨 34 座城市，抗議教育、醫療、住房、氣候與反對恢復徵兵等問題。法蘭克福在集會結束後爆發騷亂，有人砸毀櫥窗、闖入商店搶走商品，警方已逮捕 30 多人。
法國則連續第三週出現全國性抗議，官方統計約 32 萬人參與，人數低於先前兩次的大規模示威。入夜後，巴黎發生警民衝突，截至當晚全國逾 560 人遭逮捕。
Halloween Unrest! Protests in France and Germany Turn Violent After Dark
Youth-led protests broke out in France and Germany on October 31. Demonstrators took to the streets in 34 cities across Germany, calling for improvements in education, healthcare, housing, and climate action, while also opposing the reintroduction of mandatory military service. After the rally ended in Frankfurt, unrest broke out as some people smashed storefront windows and broke into shops to steal merchandise. Police have arrested more than 30 people.
Meanwhile, France saw nationwide protests for the third consecutive week, with officials reporting around 320,000 participants, fewer than in the previous two large-scale demonstrations. After nightfall, clashes broke out between protesters and police in Paris. By that evening, more than 560 people had been arrested across the country.
第三則：賴清德喊健保凍漲 在野黨批評未落實老人福利
賴清德總統於 11 月 1 日表示，政府明年將編列 600 億元挹注健保基金，表示健保費能不漲就不漲。他指出台灣平均壽命約 80 歲，國人不健康餘命達 8.4 年，因此政府提高健保總額，希望減輕民眾負擔。
國民黨則質疑，政府既然有稅收紅利，為何行政院卻反對補助符合條件的 65 歲以上長者健保費，並呼籲行政院依法副署《老人福利法》修正案，讓長者福利獲得保障。
Lai Ching-te Aims to Freeze Health Insurance Premiums! Opposition Criticizes Lack of Elderly Welfare
President Lai Ching-te said on November 1 that the government would allocate NT$60 billion to the National Health Insurance fund next year, adding that premiums would remain unchanged if possible. He noted that Taiwan’s average life expectancy is around 80 years, and people spend about 8.4 years of their lives in poor health. Therefore, the government has increased the overall National Health Insurance budget in hopes of easing the financial burden on the public.
The KMT questioned why the Executive Yuan opposes subsidizing National Health Insurance premiums for eligible seniors aged 65 and older despite the government’s additional tax revenue. The party called on the Executive Yuan to countersign the amendment to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act to ensure better protection for seniors.
第四則：職場衝突拖越久壓力越大 SOAP 教你面對未解問題
研究指出，89% 上班族往往等到衝突惡化後才處理。有人選擇不再互動或默默抽離，以為時間久了問題就會消失，但沒有真正面對衝突，壓力與負面情緒反而可能持續累積。
SOAP 行動框架，是先問自己這場衝突已付出什麼代價，再決定重新對話、休息調整或做出改變。與其等時間沖淡問題，不如主動處理未解決的影響，避免繼續付出更高代價。
Workplace Conflict Creates More Stress Over Time, SOAP Helps You Face Unresolved Problems
A study found that 89% of workers tend to wait until conflicts get worse before dealing with them. Some stop interacting with others or quietly withdraw, hoping the problem will disappear over time. But without truly facing the conflict, stress and negative emotions may continue to build up.
The SOAP framework starts by asking yourself what the conflict has already cost you, then deciding whether to restart the conversation, take time to rest and recover, or make a change. Rather than waiting for time to make the problem fade, it is better to actively deal with its unresolved effects and avoid paying an even higher price.
第五則：主人不好意思直接趕人？這些舉動暗示你該告辭了
去朋友家作客，對方頻頻看錶、打哈欠，甚至問「待會要去哪裡？」可能是在暗示客人是時候離開了。心理師指出，談話冷場、詢問是否續杯、起身做事、改站著聊天，或家人陸續回房間，都是常見的送客訊號。
這些舉動是主人想結束聚會，卻不好意思直接開口。訪客應留意對方反應，不必刻意找話題延長聊天，適時起身告辭並感謝招待，能讓雙方自在，也為下次相聚留下好印象。
Is Your Host Hinting That It's Time to Leave? Watch for These Subtle Signs
When visiting a friend, you may notice them repeatedly checking the time, yawning, or asking, “Where are you going next?” These could be polite hints that it’s time for you to leave. According to a psychologist, other common signs include awkward silences, asking if you want another drink, getting up to do chores, standing up during a conversation, or family members heading to their rooms.
These actions may be subtle ways for hosts to show that they want to end the visit without directly asking guests to leave. Guests should pay attention to these signals instead of trying to keep the conversation going. Saying goodbye at the right time and thanking the host can help avoid awkward moments and leave a positive impression for future visits.
Let’s wrap up today’s episode. We’ve learned about some important events happening around the world.
With Democrats gaining momentum ahead of the U.S. midterm elections, the results could reshape Congress and affect Asian technology stocks.
Large youth-led protests turned violent across France and Germany on Halloween, resulting in property damage and hundreds of arrests.
President Lai pledged NT$60 billion to keep health insurance premiums unchanged if possible, while the opposition questioned the government’s reluctance to subsidize health insurance premiums for eligible seniors.
The SOAP framework encourages people to face unresolved conflicts and take action before stress and negative emotions continue to build up.
Paying attention to a host’s behavior and knowing when to say goodbye can help make social visits more comfortable for everyone.
In the next episode, we will together explore the recent hot news with you in the morning. Don’t forget to come back. Have a nice day and hear me next time. Bye.
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