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American lists four 'rude' words in the UK

An American living in Manchester shares the four English words with very different, often embarrassing, meanings in Britain. Discover the language barriers she faces daily.

American's 4 'Rude' Words That Shock in the UK

An American living in Manchester lists four everyday words with very different—and often embarrassing—meanings across the pond. Discover the language barriers she faces.

Study: Gen Z Finds Racist Slurs Most Offensive

New research reveals Gen Z ranks racist, sexist, and homophobic slurs as most offensive, while traditional swear words lose their sting. Discover how language taboos are shifting.

Flu vs COVID: Spot the Crucial Differences

As winter viruses surge, learn how to distinguish between flu and COVID-19 symptoms, understand the latest strains, and discover when to seek medical help.

Schools spend £540m on English language support

UK schools are allocating over half a billion pounds yearly to support pupils who don't speak English as their first language, with some areas seeing two-thirds of students requiring language assistance.

Gen Z Workers: 75% Frustrating Bosses in Workplace Clash

A startling new study reveals Generation Z employees are challenging workplace norms, with 75% admitting to behaviours that frustrate managers. Discover what's driving this generational shift in UK workplaces.

Irish overtakes English as Galway's main language

The coastal city of Galway witnesses an unprecedented cultural transformation as Irish becomes the predominant language, marking a significant milestone in language preservation efforts.

Why Teaching Children Proper English Matters

An urgent call to preserve traditional English language and manners in an era of declining standards. Discover why teaching children to speak like gentlemen isn't elitist - it's essential for their future success.

AP replaces 'pregnant women' with 'pregnant people'

The Associated Press makes controversial changes to its influential style guide, replacing gender-specific terms like 'pregnant women' with inclusive language like 'pregnant people', sparking debate across media and political circles.

Melbourne culture shock leaves newcomers stunned

Australians reveal the surprising cultural differences that left them stunned when moving to Melbourne, from coffee culture to public transport etiquette and birthday celebrations.

Teen Slang Decoded: The Truth About 'Six' and 'Seven'

New research reveals how young people are using numerical slang like 'six' and 'seven' to navigate social situations and express emotions. Experts explain what parents need to know about this linguistic evolution.

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