▍原文 Japanese authorities are setting aside funds for hiring hunters amid a rise in wild bear attacks. In recent months, reports of bears breaking down school doors, attacking tourists at a bus stop, and venturing into supermarkets have made international headlines. Bears have attacked a record number of people so far this year, killing at least 13 and injuring more than 100. Experts note that bear attacks usually increase in October and November, ahead of the hibernation season. ▍語言點 1. set aside funds for something/for doing something 為某事專門撥款 · set aside funds for retirement 為退休存小金庫 2. amid /əˈmɪd/ prep. 在……的過程當中(描述越來越明顯的現象或趨勢) ·The investigation comes amid growing concerns. 此次調查是在公眾擔憂日益加劇的情況下展開的。 3. venture into 冒險進入（to do something, even though it involves risks） 4. make international headline 登上國際新聞的頭版頭條 5. a record number of something 某個東西的數量達到了史上最高水平 6...