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50 more incredible facts to make you seem cultured

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So, you want to impress your pals? Have the air of someone who is well-traveled, well-read, and would be great in a pub quiz? Well, you’re in the righ...

How language learning can support your mental health

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11 German slang terms to make you sound like a local

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Language learning

What is the best age to learn a language?

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Although our understanding of language learning is constantly evolving, persistent myths about children being far superior at picking them up abound, ...

What's the oldest language in the world?

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Languages are more than a means of communication — they’re living records of history and culture. They shape civilizations, preserve traditions, and c...

11 everyday English idioms and their origins

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Are you hands down the best at using English idioms? Or does the thought of seemingly random phrases make you feel a bit under the weather?One of the ...

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Travel

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 advancements and highlight the steps that still need to be made to achieve gender parity. Held annually on March 8th, International Women’s Day grows every year, as women around the world pause to reflect and ma...

Sydney, Brisbane, or Perth: Which is the Aussie city for you?

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One thing people often underestimate about Australia is the sheer size of the country. The entirety of Europe could fit inside Australia twice, and it takes three days to drive across the entire country. So when you’re embarking on an Aussie adventure, you want to make sure you love the place where you’ll be spending most of your time!Sydney, Brisb...

The quiet side of Los Angeles: 5 spots to help you slow down

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One of the biggest benefits of living in Los Angeles is the possibility for constant excitement. You’re always just a few blocks away from something amazing to see or do. But a little slowdown can sometimes be welcome to escape the hustle and bustle of LA.The city actually offers a plethora of hideaways – you just need to know where to look! We rou...

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Culture

10 things you need to know about St. Patrick’s Day

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On March 17, everyone’s a little Irish. Even though St. Patrick’s Day is only a public holiday in a handful of places – the Republic of Ireland, North...

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...

9 New Year’s traditions from around the world

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Feel like mixing up your New Year’s routines a little and making sure you do everything possible to be blessed with fortune, prosperity and happiness ...

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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 best books to learn English with

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Everyone may be on their smartphones all day every day nowadays, but there’s something uniquely charming about sitting down to read an actual book. Th...

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