April's Culture Article

April Fool's Day - April 1st

by Lynne Hand

April 1^st is the day people try to trick their friends, to make them behave like fools. Ranging from the elaborate practical joke to the obvious Your zip's undone the joker gloats April Fool when the unsuspecting victim falls for it. No one is exempt until noon but after that the joking must cease or the prank rebounds on the joker with the rhyme "April Fool is gone and past, You're the bigger fool at last." A favourite joke is to send someone on a fool's errand, a search for something that does not exist, a friend of mine was sent to buy tartan paint once.

How To Learn Business English Effectively

by Eric Koshinsky

Are you learning English for Business? Congratulations.

Improving your language skills can be a great way to move into a better job or even get the job you've been dreaming of for a long time. But, have you asked yourself this very important question? Exactly what business are you studying for? This is a question many English language learners never really ask!

March's Travel Article

Original Photo by Ian Wilson

The Visitors Guide To Dublin

by Dan Oldfield

Dublin is the capital city of Ireland and is located on the East coast. It is renowned for its Irish tradition and the friendly atmosphere that is created by the locals. Despite being the biggest city in Ireland, it is relatively compact and can be seen on foot.

March's Culture Article

Assyrian Chaldean Syrian Wedding Traditions

by Rafi Michael (edited by Lynne Hand)

The wedding really starts the night before (usually Friday) in the groom’s house where a small party is held known as (khyapta d khitna) or a shower party for the groom (literally). Usually the party is small and only the closest relatives and friends are invited to the shower.

Nottingham is most famous for its associations with the medieval outlaw Robin Hood. Less well known is that this friendly city in the heart of England is also a haven for shoppers, night-club goers and lovers of cuisine, culture and sport.

Find out more about the legendary rogue and his moll, Maid Marion, at Nottingham Castle, and also at Sherwood Forest, where the Major Oak, thought to be one of Robin's hideouts, still stands tall. At the Tales of Robin Hood attraction, all age groups can have fun on this animated ride through Robin's medieval wonderland. The city celebrates its associations with the outlaw at the annual Robin Hood Pageant.

Email Grammar Tips

by Kelly Watkins

Why is it “less” email, but “fewer” messages?

You may think there is no connection or relevance between constructing email messages with grammatically correct sentences and conducting the functions of a competent businessperson. However, your clients may disagree.