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Rock ‘n’ roll is still a cornerstone of British culture – here’s why
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Picture this:You’ve just aced the last exam of the year, the gym hall doors burst open spontaneously and glorious sunshine covers you like something f...

10 hidden gems in Boston
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Boston: home of the Red Sox, Harvard University and Mark Wahlberg. For a properly authentic Boston experience, trade the well-trodden tourist sites li...

10 hidden gems in Malta
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From finding secret beaches on which to enjoy Malta’s stunningly clear waters to knowing the best places to find a cup of coffee with a view or tuck i...

10 superhero TV shows to learn English with
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Alongside learning languages, my favorite thing to do is to watch superhero TV shows and movies. Why? Because I wish I could fling things across the r...

10 hidden gems in Cambridge
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There’s far more to elegant and historic Cambridge than punting down the River Cam or touring some of England’s most prestigious (and beautiful) unive...

10 reasons to love Boston
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One of the biggest cities in New England and perched on a stretch of beautiful North American coastline, Boston is popular with locals, tourists and s...

Learn English with songs: 10 artists to listen to
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Learning English doesn’t only happen in a classroom – adding a few simple things to your daily routine can really turbo-charge your learning. Watching...

10 Netflix shows to learn English with
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Everyone’s favorite streaming service could also be the perfect place to become fluent in English. Who knew! If you’re preparing to binge-watch some o...

10 things you should know before you move to Sydney
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Think you’re ready for a new life ‘down under’? Before you jet off to New South Wales, make sure you’re totally prepared with our list of things you n...

10 English slang terms you need to know in 2020
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With a new year comes a whole host of novel, oft-perplexing slang terms. Just as quickly as they fly in, they seem to disappear, banished to the depth...

How to speak English better in 10 easy steps
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Learning how to speak English confidently is incredibly important for anyone studying the language. There is simply no substitute for using your langu...

Why learn English in South Africa
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Set on studying English abroad, but still wondering where to go? South Africa may be not on the top your list – but it should be. A land of lush lands...