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10 English slang terms you need to know in 2025

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Slang is more than just a way to communicate — it’s a snapshot of the times. With social media culture leaking into everyone’s day-to-day, we’re cycli...

10 best winter cities in the world

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9 New Year’s traditions from around the world

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Language learning

5 common language learning myths debunked

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There are plenty of misconceptions about learning a new language, and some of them can make the task of becoming fluent feel completely impossible. Th...

10 Christmas sayings in different languages

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For many of us, December is all about Christmas. However, festive traditions have evolved differently all around the world, and so have the seasonal s...

15 English abbreviations you need to know

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Everyone loves a bit of code, and acronyms and abbreviations are great little tools that make communication faster and more fun. They’re commonly seen...

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Travel

Foodie guide to Manchester: 10 unmissable spots

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Looking for a place to refuel after class, the best brunch in Manchester or where to find a typical Sunday roast? We’ve put together a foodie’s guide to Manchester to help you taste your way through the city’s best cafes, restaurants, bars and markets like a local.1. Altrincham MarketKnown by locals as the ‘Alty Market’, this indoor food hall has a...

The ultimate guide to Christmas in New York

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When the holiday season finally rolls around, there is only one place to be: New York. During the festive period, the city that never sleeps transforms into a winter wonderland. With lights, music, and experiences, you’ll feel like the main character in a cheesy Christmas movie.So, if you want to experience the best of NYC’s holiday season, here’s ...

Why Miami is the ultimate warm weather getaway this winter

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Oh, winter, we meet again. Faced with increasingly short, cold days, we’re feeling that familiar itch to pack a suitcase and soak up the sun somewhere else. This chilly season, the antidote to your winter blues lies in Florida — specifically, Miami. Spoiled with year-round warm weather, beautiful beaches, and a vibrant city life, here’s why a Miami...

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Culture

How to celebrate Thanksgiving in the US: Our complete guide

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As a non-denominational, secular holiday, Thanksgiving is arguably the most celebrated holiday in the US and it may be the most important dinner of th...

12 English words with truly strange origins

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The English language is a curious melting pot of words from across the globe, forged through a millennia of invasions, wars, colonial expansion and sc...

50 unforgettable books to read in your lifetime

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There's something special about losing yourself in the pages of a good book. Reading is a powerful way to broaden your horizons, especially when l...

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Idioms. Native English speakers love using them in conversation, and you’ll often find them popping up in books, TV shows and movies too. To perfect y...

50 most inspiring travel quotes of all time

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It’s time to take your wanderlust to new levels with our list of the most inspiring travel quotes of all time. From iconic poets and authors to philo...

15 English abbreviations you need to know

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Everyone loves a bit of code, and acronyms and abbreviations are great little tools that make communication faster and more fun, especially when tryin...

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