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Cultural immersion: What it is and why it's so transformative
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Study abroad trips offer you a chance to fully immerse yourself in a new culture, often for the first time. Being exposed to a rich, deep culture that...

10 ways International Women’s Day is marked around the world
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Originally championed and founded by women, International Women’s Day is a global day to celebrate women’s economic, political, and social advancement...

13 medieval words that are ripe for a comeback
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Middle English speakers certainly had a way with words. With dramatic flair and multicultural influences, speakers of English during the Medieval time...

6 of the world's best cities for art lovers
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Art and creative expression are part of the fabric of our cultures. Even as far back as our oldest ancestors, we painted, sculpted, and created — acro...

10 K-dramas to learn Korean with
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If you’re studying Korean, some of the best tools for learning the language are just a few clicks away. Korean TV shows have become super popular arou...

8 weird and wonderful spots to explore this year
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Looking for an adventure that’s a little bit different this year? We’ve got you. From ancient underground burial chambers to ocean waves that glow in ...

10 English slang terms you need to know in 2024
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As we welcome another fresh year, it’s only right that we open our arms to a variety of new English slang. With TikTok acting as a modern-day hub for ...

50 unbelievable facts about the world to make you seem cultured
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Have you ever sat around the table with friends or family, enjoying a perfectly acceptable lunch or dinner, and listened – powerless – as the conversa...

Why you should plan a slow travel trip this year
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Want to see the world and really experience new destinations? Forget weekend city breaks and short-hop holidays. The new trend is slow travel — the ar...

How to celebrate Christmas in the Southern Hemisphere (and why everyone should experience it once)
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Far from snuggling up in warm winter jackets, come December the Southern Hemisphere’s residents are down to their shorts and t-shirts. Yes, Christmas ...

8 festive books to help you learn English
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This holiday season, what better way to get into the Christmas spirit (and improve your English vocabulary skills) than by reading some festive novels...

How to get in the mood for Halloween (for couch potatoes)
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For 2000 years people have been celebrating what we know today as Halloween. It all kicked off over in Ireland when the Celts started ‘Samhain’, a fes...