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7 English words that nobody uses anymore (but totally should)
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Rarely has a language been such a linguistic Frankenstein as English – it has stolen words from countless other languages and repeatedly reinvented it...

How to set your child up for career success
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Every parent hopes their child will succeed in life. The type of success they wish for varies, but, in addition to becoming kind, engaged and producti...

How to make the most of your stay in the US: 5 tips
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The US is a massive country and it’s often easy to forget that. For instance, 30 European countries can fit into the US alone. Because of its size, th...

6 British English phrases that make no sense
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Strop. Codswallop. Knackered. Just like the picture of a chair in the street above (no, we don’t get it either), we Brits do say some strange things s...

10 reasons to love Auckland
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A nature-first city packed with beaches, harbors, islands, and 48 dormant volcanoes? It could only be Auckland.  Long forgotten to New Zealand’s ski t...

Why study English in London?
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Thinking of studying, working or just living in London? My advice: go for it. London has so many fantastic things to offer, from breathtaking cityscap...

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...

10 hidden gems in Manchester
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Manchester’s industrial past combined with a modern hipster vibe make it an iconic British city that has plenty to entice visitors. Visiting the reviv...

10 English slang terms you need to know in 2022
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Only just getting the hang of last year’s slang? Well too late, forget it. A whole new host of (somewhat nonsensical) terms have landed and it’s time ...

10 hidden gems in Eastbourne
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Laying claim to the UK’s sunniest town, Eastbourne’s expansive beach, wide promenade and famous pier are well worth a visit. But to truly get to know ...

10 hidden gems on Vancouver Island
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From stunning secret beaches and hidden city gardens to waterfalls with deep potholes primed for jumping into and a regional farmers’ market which has...

10 of the best Christmas movies on Netflix to learn English with
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‘Tis the season to Netflix and… learn? Yes, learn! If you needed any more reasons to binge Netflix’s festive offerings, then here’s a Christmas gift f...