04/06/2016
Facts
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04/06/2016
Facts
13/04/2016
an example of an overused buzzword....http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-35993633
The Vocabularist: Is there anything wrong with 'iconic'? - BBC News The words "icon" and "iconic" has a rich history. But not everyone likes the way they are used now.
13/04/2016
LOL if you want to be a spy, employ a native English speaker to proof-read... or take care with your grammar :D D
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-36027752
Russian TV spy claims shown up by poor English - BBC News Russian state TV has accused a leading Kremlin critic of being an agent for the British and US intelligence services. But its accusations are based on documents branded as forgeries.
31/03/2016
An interesting read (upper-inter/advanced levels) - 'course y'all know all a dis... :D
http://www.theguardian.com/books/2016/mar/31/how-english-became-english-simon-horobin-review
How English Became English by Simon Horobin review – ‘OMG’ was first used 100 years ago Modern usages that horrify linguistic purists in fact have deep historical roots, argues this Oxford scholar who praises texting, Tesco’s grammar and ‘amazeballs’
28/03/2016
Can You Complete These 20 Difficult Phrases? Complete these difficult sentences and find out how good your language skills are!
22/03/2016
English Heritage seem almost as bad as National Trust were back in the day!
Interesting for vocab and journalistic grammar ;)
http://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2016/mar/22/english-heritage-turning-tintagel-into-fairytale-theme-park
English Heritage turning Tintagel into 'fairytale theme park' Cornish historians criticise focus on Arthurian legend and say visitors should learn about castle’s ‘true history’
11/03/2016
Hi guys... good vocabulary practice - https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/quick/14302
if you're all at sea in a blur, think sideways and be that as it may you'll find a vast souk to help you resolve it...
Quick crossword No 14,302 Quick crossword No 14,302
08/03/2016
understanding cricket could be a major step towards improving your English... ;)
http://icct20worldcup2016schedule.com/
ICC T20 World Cup 2016 Schedule, Time Table, Teams, T20 WC Warm Up & Qualifiers Match Live...
24/02/2016
http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20160223-why-do-the-british-say-sorry-so-much
Why do the British say ‘sorry’ so much? The British are famous for how frequently they say ‘sorry’ – even when they’re not at fault. But does the data hold up this stereotype? And is apologising so often really that bad?
memes below selected by a student... any other suggestions?
13/02/2016
http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20160211-the-secret-anti-languages-youre-not-supposed-to-know
The secret “anti-languages” you’re not supposed to know From London to Timbuktu, there is a teeming underworld of rebellious “anti-societies” who speak a mercurial code. David Robson reports