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10 things to know on your first day of studying abroad
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If you’re reading this while preparing for your next adventure abroad, or if you are already in a far-flung corner of the globe, keep in mind: it’s to...

7 interesting facts about the English language
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Did you know the English language is most widely spoken in the world, but not the language with the most native speakers? Today, English serves as the...

8 must-read classics to help you learn English
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There’s a reason classic novels are known as “classics.” They’re beautifully written, forming the foundation of the English language as we know it. Cl...

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Travel

10 best cities in the world for sports fans
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Sport excites, unites and brings people around the world together in a way that few other things can. From the world’s best football in Barcelona, to chess boxing (yes, you read that right) in Berlin, here’s a quick tour of the ten best cities in the world for sports fans of all stripes:1. Boston, USBoston is one of the most successful sporting cit...

The ultimate summer guide to New York
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They call it ‘The City That Never Sleeps’ and, with an endless list of things to do, restaurants to try, parks to sit in and events to attend, you really could spend a whole summer in New York City without resting. To stop you from burning out, we’ve picked some of our top things to do in New York in the summer. 1. Shop in a flea marketFor an authe...

Foodie guide to Dubai: 10 unmissable spots
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Dubai may be famous for its glittering skyline and the towering Burj Khalifa, but global food lovers know it as the ultimate melting pot of international flavors, blending Middle Eastern cuisines with contemporary Asian and Western flair. From polished fine dining to flavorful street food, Dubai’s culinary scene offers something for every palate an...

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Culture

8 unique birthday traditions from around the world
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Every country, region, and family across the world has their own special customs to celebrate occasions such as Christmas, Easter, and birthdays. Mayb...

The origins of Easter and other mysteries
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Easter? What kind of name is that? Rabbits? Why rabbits? Why colorful dyed eggs? There is simply too much that remains unexplained about the celebrati...

10 must-watch films to help you learn French
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There’s something particularly captivating about French cinema. From laugh-out-loud to thought-provoking scenes, French films don’t just entertain — t...

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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...

20 English idioms that everyone should know
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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...

10 most difficult words in English
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English can be a real pest, and even native speakers find themselves stumbling over some stubbornly tricky words. Sometimes they’re difficult to under...

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