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January 13,
Decoding the Language of the London Underground: Mind the Gap and More

The London Underground is made up of 11 different lines, each with its own unique characteristics and history. Navigating the different lines and stations can be a challenge for newcomers, but understanding the language used to describe them can make your journey much easier. Each line is identified by a specific colour, which is used on maps, signs, and trains to help passengers distinguish between them. For example, the Central line is represented by the colour red, while the Piccadilly line is represented by dark blue.

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May 31,
News Round Up 48

News Round Up

by Patrick O'Connor

HOW'S this for a weird medical condition...

The Daily Telegraph quotes an article in the New Scientist magazine about a man who suffers from the rare Cotard's Syndrome which is also known as 'Walking Corpse Syndrome' because it makes people think they have turned into zombies.

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June 22,
English in Use - Train of thought:

A selection of headlines from stories in the news.  They use English in a way that you might think is intended to confuse, but it's all perfectly clear to the native speaker.

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