QUIZ: Translate Australian Slang to English
Can you translate these hilarious Australian slang words to common English?
This Actor Will Teach You Some Scottish Slang!
Actor Gerard Butler will teach you some hilarious Scottish slang.
1950’s Slang Is a Blast! Learn 10 Essential Terms
These 10 words and phrases are the essentials of 1950’s slang, some of which we still use today...
Tasmania – The Australian Paradise (HD Documentary)
Watch this breathtakingly beautiful documentary on the wild wonders of Tasmania in Australia.
How Are Koalas Recovering from the Australian Bushfires?
The koala population of Australia had been dramatically affected by the bushfires of 2020. How are they doing now? Will the species recover successfully?
How About Learning Some Fun SLANG From Colonial Times?
Here are 14 fascinating words from Colonial times that sadly didn’t survive until the present days, but we certainly think they’re worth bringing back!
12 Inspiring Photos of Australian Animals Saved from Fires
12 photos of people rescuing wildlife from the devastating flames of the Australian bushfires
Everyone Needs to Know These 17 Online Slang Words
We see these 17 online slang words everywhere nowadays, do you know what these words mean?
Australian Wildlife is Extreme. Birds Are No Exception
No other country has astounding wildlife quite like Australia. You can be sure their birds aren't any different!
These Slang Words Are Sure to Tickle Your Funny Bone
We’ve collected 11 silly-sounding slang words starting from Victorian times all the way to the present day so that all of us could have a good laugh!
Joke: The Australian Outback Army Recruit
This joke begins with an Australian soldier writing home to the farm...
20th Century Slang People Rarely Use Nowadays
Did you know that these 20th-century slang words and phrases are considered outdated?
Fly Over the Australian Wilderness in this Incredible Video
Take flight and soar above the Australian Outback, and see the amazing views this continent has to offer.
How Many of These Old Slang Words Do You Know?
A list of 83 vintage slang words we should bring back
Test: How Much Pirate Slang Do You Know?
Are you familiar with the slang phrases of the pirate age?
10 Quirky British Slang Phrases to Add to Your Vocabulary
British English often seems like a whole different language. Learn all about 10 common and certainly fun and quirky British slang words in this article!
Funny Miniature Signs Scattered Across Australian Cities
These comical miniature signs will certainly make the day for those attentive enough to notice them!
A First Class Train Ride Through the Australian Outback
Let's hop aboard the Ghan and explore Australia like never before!
12 Beautiful Australian Birds All Bird-Lovers Should See
Check out 12 of the most unique and beautiful birds of Australia.
The Australian Island of Tasmania Is Out of This World...
Many choose to visit to Australia at least once in their lifetimes, but the island of Tasmania is much less well-known. Take a look at these stunning pictures.
QUIZ: What Do These Words Mean?
Let's see if you can make some educated guesses as to what these slang words mean!
How Come the Word Football Describes Two Different Games?
Learn about the origins of the word soccer and find out how it's related to rugby.
8 Unique Facts You Didn't Know About The Thesaurus
How much do you know about the thesaurus? Here we list some fascinating and lesser-known facts about the word-finding tool.
11 New English Words That Are Actually USEFUL To Know
The majority of new English words are very short-lived, but these were added to various dictionaries and seem to be quite useful to know
You Won’t Believe These 11 Phrases Are Over a Century Old
These 11 words and phrases seem like they're a recent invention in English, but they're actually at least a century old...
QUIZ: Do You Remember the Lingo of the 1950s?
This quiz will test your knowledge of the slang and common phrases of the 1950s. We challenge you to give it a shot!
10 New English Terms That Are Actually Useful to Know
These youth slang terms from the past year are actually interesting and useful!
Joke: A New Discovery Made in Australia...
A few decades ago an American, a Russian, and an Australian were having dinner.
15 Common Texting Abbreviations You Should Know
You’re probably familiar with the common “LOL” and “OMG,” but what about ROFL or FWIW? Learn the meanings of 15 popular texting abbreviations here.
21 Fascinating Facts About Word Origins You Never Knew
Linguist Gareth Roberts provides some fascinating insights into the origins of different words.
Can Your English Vocabulary Reveal Where You Are From?
This English test attempts to guess if your accent is closer to British, American, Canadian or Australian, will we be able to guess yours?
Who's This Odd-Looking Little Fella? A BABY WOMBAT!
This odd-looking fluffy fella is a rescued baby wombat, and he's been the head (and heart) of the family since day one!
Funny in Adverts: Born to Be a Mom!
This Australian commercial is full of big bikers, and a lot of humor!
Can Your English Vocabulary Reveal Where You’re From?
Listen to the Past Few Decades of Music in a Single Song!
If you ever wondered what it takes to make a hit single, then the Australian comedy group, Axis of Awesome, have the answer for you!
Like a Real Boy - Amazing Hyper-Realistic Art!
Ron Mueck is an Australian hyper-realist sculptor working in Great Britain. Mueck's sculptures faithfully reproduce the minute detail of the human body, but play with scale to produce disconcertingly jarring visual images. These are amazing works and
Everyday Australia Seen Through 18 Unique Snapshots
These images paint a comprehensive picture of what makes Australia so special.
14 Uniquely Canadian Words and Phrases You Should Know
There are some Canadian words no American would understand. If you’re planning on visiting Canada, it’s quite useful to learn these 14 words and phrases.
9 ‘Current’ Words That Are Much Older Than You’d Guess
Hipster, Influencer and Dude - all these words sound so quintessentially modern, but you'd be surprised to learn how old they actually are.
Fly Through Australia In Four Minutes - Lovely!
Even if you aren't planning on making a visit, enjoy this thrilling film tour of Australian landscape, wildlife, and so much more.
A Voice out of Darkness - Beautiful
Australian born Rachael is legally blind. But out of darkness her voice shines, as she leaves the coaches and audience speechless after a spine-tingling rendition of the Edith Piaf classic.
Australia Under Foam - Amazing!
This week Australia was troubled by severe floods. The heavy floods have resulted in a unexpected byproduct - foamy water, foamy beaches and foamy Australians!
These Friendly Exotic Animals Make the Perfect Pets
Did you know that you could raise an Australian capybara or a Saharan fennec fox in your home? These are the 10 cutest exotic animals you could own as pets.
Australia is Just Full of Remarkable Places to See...
When visiting Australia, try to catch some of these terrific sights.
This Skyscraper Will be the Tallest Garden in the World
This Australian skyscraper in the city of Melbourne will soon become the tallest vertical garden in the world!
Choose a Word, and I’ll Tell You Where You’re From
Let’s do a quick test: in your mind, count the number of syllables in the word ‘caramel’, and let us reveal where you’re from. Click here to find the answer.
The World News Headlines Today, April 13th, 2017
Sevilla Celebrates Easter - Australian Senator's Easter Egg Boycott - ‘Gangsta Gardener’ Provides Fresh Food - Syrian Evacuations - Taiwan Bans Dog & Cat Meat
WATCH: Fighter Jet Races Formula 1 Car
Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo and Australian Air Force fighter pilot Michael Keightley take on each other in their work vehicles in this spectacular clip.
12 Oddly Specific and Often Funny Terms You Didn’t Know
Did you know the space between your eyebrows has a name? Or what a tittle is? Learn these oddly specific and quite funny terms in this article.
In Pictures: 2023 BirdLife Australia Photography Awards
Check out the majestic winners of the 2023 BirdLife Australia Photography Awards.
The Stunning Flower Paintings of Darryl Trott
A selection of some stunning flower paintings by the Australian artist, Darryl Trott.
Broccoli Lattes Made With Broccoli Powder Could Soon Exist
Australian scientists have developed a broccoli powder that can help you get your recommended daily dosage of vegetables. Take a look.
This Artist Converts Ordinary Stones into Beautiful Artwork
Australian artist Elspeth McLean is a true talent with her mandala stone artwork. Discover how she makes ordinary rocks into objects of beauty.
Joke: The Trucker and His Wishes
An Australian trucker walks into an outback cafe with a full-grown emu behind him...
I've Never Seen Waves Look So Majestic Before...
After a long ten years, Australian photographer Ray Collins has finally released his latest book entitled 'Water & Light'. Check it our here.
Meet the Fearless Dog Who Saved Over 100 Koalas From Fires
Read the inspirational story of the dog who was awarded for saving hundreds of koalas from Australia's 2019-2020 bushfires.
These Special Breeds of Dogs Are Absolutely Charming
These beautiful dogs form new species of dogs we've never seen before...
Joke: The Outback Army Recruit...
An Army Recruit from the Australian outback sends a letter home...
The 12 Words of Christmas: Funny Long Lost Phrases
If you think eggnog and wassail are funny-sounding, wait till you hear the Christmas words that didn't stand the test of time
Admire The Diversity & Talent of Australia’s Photographers
The Australian Ustiture of Professional Photogpraphy held a competition theed 'Silve Lining'. These stunning winners are some of the country's biggest talents.
15 Latin Phrases We Use to This Day Without Even Realizing
As an English, speaker you likely know more Latin than you ever thought you did. Just look at these 15 Latin phrases and see if you know what they mean...
One of the Best Card Tricks You'll Ever See!
An Incredible Card Trick by Australian Master Magician James Galea.
The Beautifully Bizarre World of Australia - 12 Pics
These images reveal what makes Australia truly unique!
How 10 Ordinary English Idioms and Phrases Began...
Many English phrases and idioms have fascinating histories behind them, here is a selection of 10 astounding examples.
11 Cool Things You’ll Only Find in Australia
What things did pleasantly surprise travelers when they first visited Australia? Here is a short but fascinating list.
These Welded Steel Animals Look Like They’re Moving!
Australian sculptor and installation artist Georgie Seccul creates stainless steel animals made of hundreds of sheets and shards of metal...
Nature never looked so human...
Amazing animal photo series
This Guy’s Magic Performance is INTOXICATING!
Watch magician Dom Chambers impress judges with his beer tricks.
One of the Most Beautiful Nature Videos I've Ever Seen...
A stunning video I would recommend to any nature lover.
Is It Soda or Pop? 12 Fun and Interesting Regional Words
How are these objects called? It depends on who you ask! Every part of the US has its own fun and fascinating set of regional words
16 of the Longest-Living Dog Breeds Out There
These 16 dog breeds are known for their robust health and long lifespan.
Never Seen A Base-Jumping DOG Before? Now's Your Chance...
Whisper is a daredevil dog. She takes to the skies strapped to the back of her owner, Dean Potter, and appears to love every minute of it. Watch this video.
The World's One and Only Lego Car!
Watch as a favorite childhood toy goes turbo!
Australia Has Some of the Cutest Wildlife in the World!
Australia has many deadly animals, but did you know it's also filled with fluffy, adorable wildlife? Warning: You may want to fly to Australia and hug some animals after this post.
Hilarious: You Can Only See Scenes Like This In AUSTRALIA!
Australia is pretty unique, so good luck finding photos like these anywhere else...
A Cure for Blindness? World's First Bionic Eye!
Total blindness may not be around forever, say Australian scientists. They have created the first bionic eye, and they think it works.
WARNING! Drinking Too Much Coffee Can Damage Your Brain
Drinking coffee in excess increases the risk of dementia, stroke, and even reduces brain volume.
This House Was Built By a ROBOT
Meet Hadrian X, the first mobile brick-laying robot that can build a house 10 times faster than an ordinary construction worker.
Meet the Dingo: The King of Australia’s Animal Kingdom
The Dingo is one of Australia's most legendary animals. Find out more facts about this fascinating predator.
Come Travel Along the Great Ocean Road!
Through the following video, you can get a small taste of the area, and we can assure you that it truly looks like this in reality.
One Boy's Long Journey Home - Touching!
Watch Munshi's enthralling and uplifting story of reaching out to the family he lost so many years ago.
These Baby Kangaroos LOVE the Man Who Saved Them
Chris "Brolga" Barnes, AKA Kangaroo Dundee, rescues dozens of orphaned kangaroos.
18 Photos That’ll Give You A Glimpse of The Past Century
Thanks to historical photographic records we get a glimpse of the way of life that was in the past years around the world...
18 Pictures That’ll Give You A Glimpse of The Past Century
Take Our Flag Test and See if You Can Beat It...
The fun geography quiz is going to test your knowledge of the flags of the world.
Meet the Original Voice of GPS - Karen Jacobsen
Meet Karen Jacobsen, the original voice of your GPS.
Just How Clever Are Wild Parrots? See For Yourself!
Just how clever a wild cockatoo parrots? This man created a puzzle with seeds in it to see if they could solve it, and here's the footage...
Don’t Be Fooled! These Are NOT Flowers…
These are not real flowers, although we wouldn’t blame you if you thought they are since they look just like the real thing.
One Photographer is Capturing the Ocean In a Whole New Way
Australian photographer Matt Burgess rises early each morning in the hope of capturing the perfect ocean shot. Take a look at 11 of his best pieces of work.
Take Our Flag Test and See if You Can Beat It!
These Fluffy Puppies Are Too Adorable for Words
Thirty adorable puppies that you are so cute you'll want to stroke them all day long.
These Men Were the Stars of the Heroic Age
The men of the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration were incredibly brave and faced enormous difficulties. Here's a collection of photos from an expedition.
Funny: Heatwaves Around the Globe, and How We Cope
Feeling hot, hot, hot! Summer has been crazy this year, and these pictures perfectly illustrate how we all feel.
The Baby Animals of Australia Are Adorable!
Australia has many endemic species, but some are cuter than the rest! View images of some of the cutest baby animals in Australia.
Meet 10 of Australia’s Scariest Inhabitants
Here’s proof that Australia has some of the scariest creatures.
Take a Look At These Truly Beautiful Dog Photos!
Kristýna Kvapilová's first love in life is photographing dogs, and that's highly evident from her stunning images. Take a look at her best work here.
These Myanmar Photos Will Make You Reach for Your Passport
Myanmar is a magical place. Allow photographer David Lazar’s beautiful landscape and portrait shots to mesmerize and show you a whole other world.
Turns Out There’s a Chart for Literally Every Little Thing
Learn something useful and fun with these helpful charts!
These Regulations Should be Adopted by Every Country!
There are weird laws in different parts of the world, but some of them are so amazingly beneficial, they should be put into use everywhere.
This Work of Art Will Fool You into Thinking It's Real
Have you ever seen a sculpture with such incredible detail?