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Emma

Born with a severe case of wanderlust, you can find me trying to fill my English passport with new stamps, accompanied by a backpack, my camera and a snorkel. In between dreaming of adventures that combine snowboarding and diving, I'm a travel writer in Bristol and like to tread the thin line between impressive and worrying coffee consumption.

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Language and the brain: How learning a language at any age can support longevity

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Did you know that in England, you can receive a signed card from the King when you turn one hundred? While still relatively rare, more and more people...

Here’s how you can boost your happiness

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Happiness doesn’t just feel good, it also does good for us. Being happy can lower our blood pressure and risk of health problems, help us become more ...

How to learn German quickly: 10 tips

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Learning a new language is hard, but who says that it can’t be enjoyable, too? Mastering a new language requires effort, of course, but there’s no bet...

12 ways to make your study abroad trip more sustainable

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As humans living on this planet, it’s up to all of us to help keep our home in good shape. Dealing with climate change on a global scale is a job for ...

6 of the world's best cities for art lovers

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Art and creative expression are part of the fabric of our cultures. Even as far back as our oldest ancestors, we painted, sculpted, and created — acro...

10 K-dramas to learn Korean with

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If you’re studying Korean, some of the best tools for learning the language are just a few clicks away. Korean TV shows have become super popular arou...

10 Christmas sayings in different languages

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For many of us, December is all about Christmas. However, festive traditions have evolved differently all around the world, and so have the seasonal s...

10 warm escapes for winter

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Keen to escape the cold this winter? You may have to journey a little further from home, but beyond the gloomy cold there are sandy beaches and warm t...

How to eat like the Japanese eat

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It is widely accepted that Japanese cuisine is not only absolutely delicious, but it is also really good for you. This is partly because of the top-no...

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 autumnal movies to help you learn English

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For many people, fall is all about chunky knit sweaters and drinking all things pumpkin-spiced. The Danish even have a word for creating a warm and co...

20 ways that learning languages changes the world (and transforms your life)

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You might know that learning a new language is good for you (yes, bilingualism really is that great), but did you know that it’s also great for the re...