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6 best cities to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! St. Patrick’s Day is upon us once again, and we’ve picked six of the world’s most shamrockin’ cities for you...

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...

10 hidden gems in Bournemouth
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Boasting an ideal seaside location on England’s south coast, there’s a lot more to this resort town than sand and beaches (though you’ll find plenty o...

All the English rugby terms you need to know
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Invented 200 years ago in a town named Rugby, the game of rugby is one of England's best sporting exports. But a game that involves running with a...

10 hidden gems in Torquay
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Sun, sand and bustling beaches may not be the first things that come to mind when you think of the United Kingdom. However, if you head to England’s s...

8 must-see musicals in London
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Whether you’re planning to study in London or fancy a getaway to the iconic capital, going out to a West End show should be top of your to-do list. Lo...

The ultimate summer guide to London
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When over 10% of the UK population lives in London, you can be absolutely sure that this creative capital city knows how to keep its residents (and vi...

10 things that only those who lived in the UK understand
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The UK moves to its own polite, rainy rhythm, and for those of us who’ve lived in the world’s greatest country (OK, I’m a bit biased), there are uniqu...

EF Stories: Kawachi from Japan at EF Manchester
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Here is an interview with Mr.Kawachi, who studied abroad for 44 weeks in Manchester, England from April 2022! Mr.Kawachi was able to study abroad desp...

5 things to know about working life in London
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It’s no surprise that many people (especially students) want to work in London. The British capital is not only a hub for international business, but ...

10 hidden gems in Brighton
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Brighton is quirky, cool and chock-full of hidden gems that give this seaside city its undeniable charm. Although I’m a little hesitant to share my to...

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...