Do you speak English?

04/06/2016

Facts

13/04/2016

an example of an overused buzzword....http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-35993633

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 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

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

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

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

08/03/2016

understanding cricket could be a major step towards improving your English... ;)
http://icct20worldcup2016schedule.com/

24/02/2016

http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20160223-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?

19/02/2016

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

From London to Timbuktu, there is a teeming underworld of rebellious “anti-societies” who speak a mercurial code. David Robson reports

24/12/2015

http://www.bbc.com/travel/story/20150511-why-you-should-never-drink-whisky-on-the-rocks