English News In Level 2

Level 2 news is written in intermediate English of 1,500 to 3,000 words. It is for pre-intermediate and intermediate students (CEFR B1-B2).

Wednesday, 04 February, 2026
UK Labubu Shops to Open Following PM's China Visit
Seven new Labubu doll shops to open in UK after Prime Minister's China trip, part of £2.2bn export deals.
Level 2160 words

Tuesday, 03 February, 2026
Picasso Artworks Moved to Women's Restroom in Australian Museum
MONA museum in Tasmania relocates Picasso pieces to a women's restroom after discrimination complaint.
Level 2149 words

Tuesday, 03 February, 2026
Snow Leopard Attack on Tourist in China
A rare snow leopard attacked a tourist who approached it for photos in China's Xinjiang region.
Level 2151 words

Monday, 02 February, 2026
Nets Help Ukraine Fight Drones
Fishing and agricultural nets from across Europe are being repurposed to protect Ukrainian soldiers and civilians from Russian drone attacks.
Level 2165 words

Monday, 02 February, 2026
Groundhog Day: A Special Weather Forecast
Punxsutawney Phil prepares for his annual Groundhog Day weather forecast on February 2nd.
Level 2137 words

Sunday, 01 February, 2026
Pornhub Restricts UK Access: New Age Verification Rules
Pornhub to limit UK access due to new age verification laws, citing concerns over effectiveness.
Level 2186 words

Saturday, 31 January, 2026
Slovakia: The World's Top Car Producer Per Capita
Slovakia, with a population of 5.4 million, produces nearly a million cars annually, making it the world's leading car manufacturer per capita.
Level 2170 words

Friday, 30 January, 2026
Smartphones in Schools and Concerts: The Rise of Phone-Free Spaces
Exploring the growing trend of banning smartphones in schools and at concerts using lockable pouches.
Level 2217 words

Friday, 30 January, 2026
Idris Elba's Wax Figure Unlocks His Phone
Actor Idris Elba's wax figure at Madame Tussauds is so lifelike it can unlock his smartphone.
Level 2134 words