When GH Says F: Why Does This Occur?
We're meeting up on the corner of history and linguistics to learn why GH is pronounced as F.
A Park in the Middle of the Sky?
This structure has to be seen to be believed.
The Railway Line That Will Be in the Middle of the Desert
The Gulf Railway Project will be connecting six of the Middle East’s countries. But the line will be built in the middle of a desert!
Why Was the Recipe of Concrete Lost in the Middle Ages?
Ancient Romans invented concrete millennia ago. But then, in the Middle Ages, the recipe of concrete has been forgotten for centuries...
Why Cairo is the Middle East’s Gem
Discover the magic of the largest and most impressive desert city in the world!
English Quiz: Define These English Words
Identify and explain the following 15 rare English words.
A Magical Hotel in the Middle of The Wilderness
An Amazing Kenyan Retreat!
The Forest That Grew in the Middle of the Arizona Desert
A forest inside a desert? That's exactly what happened in Arizona's desert. But how?
Weaponry in the Middle Ages Was Truly Fascinating!
Weapons in the Middle Ages were truly unusual and extraordinary. Some were so remarkable that they sound made up!
These Pictures Of the Middle East Took Me By Surprise...
When you hear of the middle-east, you’d usually think of turmoil and deserts, camels and wars, but it also has a lot of natural beauty and amazing greenery. This is the Middle East like you've never seen it before!
Hygiene in the Middle Ages: Yes, It Did Exist, Kind Of...
Despite popular belief, hygiene in the Middle Ages did exist. Well, kind of...
Will You Master This Middle School Level Geography Quiz?
Do you think you know world geography better than an average middle schooler? Test your knowledge...
24 Middle Eastern Hotels that Redefine Luxury.
While the Western world sure has its share of beautiful hotels, the Middle East also boasts some extraordinarily luxurious places to feast your eyes on.
This Joke Starts With a Middle-aged Lady Going to Hospital
A woman suffers a heart attack and ends up in hospital. She has a near-death experience, but awakens. She decides to get some work done...
Where Did Middle Names Come From?
Learn about the legacy, tradition, and historical use of middle names in this 5-minute video.
This Charming Town Has Rivers Running Through the Middle
Gujo Hachiman is a small, riverside town in Japan that’s also known as the ‘Water City’. Let’s explore this delightful place.
The Surprising Link Between English and Sanskrit
Sanskrit is an ancient Indian language, but most people don't know that this archaic language and English have a common ancestor
China's Crazy Plan to Dig a Canal in the Middle of EUROPE
China is setting out a plan to dig a canal through the middle of Europe in the nearest future, but why?
If You're Middle-Aged and Mainly Sedentary, Read This
If you lead a largely sedentary lifestyle and are middle-aged, you should know that exercise can reverse any damage to your heart. Find out more here.
13 Ways the English Language Changed Completely
English has changed so dramatically over the years, that texts from the medieval era are barely legible for modern English speakers. Why?
Jordan is One Middle Eastern Country That You Should Visit
You may have never though about visiting the Middle East, but after watching this, you'll want to go to Jordan!
English Challenge: Can You Figure Out These Old Words?
How many Middle English words do you think you can understand?
Joke: The English Prisoner
An English prisoner of war was held by the Germans...
20 Cute Cats Caught In the Middle of Their Busy Workdays
Cats may have a reputation for being lazy but don’t let that deceive you - these 20 cuties were caught right in the middle of their bust workdays.
These Inventions Prove the Middle Ages Were Not So “Dark”
These groundbreaking inventions prove the Middle Ages were not so “dark,” after all!
In Germany, You Can Hit the Beach in the Middle of Winter
In the middle of the German winter, there are Germans who head to the beach. How is this possible? Find out the secret in this post.
The MOST Shocking False Etymologies in English
If a word's history sounds too good, it probably is.
Will Your English Survive This Quiz?
This advanced English quiz has questions on many different topics of the English language.
Joke: The Plain English Explanation
The man told his doctor that he wasn't able to do all the things around the house that he used to do.
Which Languages in the World Are the Closest to English?
The closest extant languages to English, sample texts and where they are spoken.
There's Simply No Equivalent For These Words In English...
There are some words that simply don't translate from one language into another, and plenty of these words don't actually translate into English. Take a look.
3 + Children? Here’s How to Prevent Middle Child Syndrome
Middle child syndrome, while not a real mental disorder, is still serious. Learn 5 tips for dealing with it here.
Fascinating Facts About The Middle Ages You Never Knew
If you thought you had read everything about the Middle Ages in school, you are mistaken. Read these interesting facts from that era.
English Quiz: Are These Words Real or Fake?
We're about to challenge your vocabulary in a creative way...
Joke: The Hilarious Idiosyncrasies of English
English is a funny language, wouldn't you say?
English Challenge: Complete the 12 Idioms!
Help us complete these 12 incomplete idioms!
English is a Language Written By Comedians...
If you're a sucker for a good, honest, rib-tickling pun, we've got more than 20 of them here for you to giggle away at!
English Quiz: Find These Pesky Antonyms!
Your job is to choose the word that is the ANTONYM of that word. We wish you 'terrible' luck!
English Quiz: What is the Origin of These Words?
How well do you think you know the etymology of common English words? Take this quiz and you'll find out!
English Quiz: Complete the Saying!
This quiz will test your knowledge of 21 different English proverbs. You will be given the first half and asked to complete it.
English Test: Complete the Sentence Correctly!
We really need someone with a good knowledge of English vocabulary to help us complete these sentences.
The Extraordinary Origins of 10 Common English Words
In this article, we uncover the extraordinary etymology of 10 common English words, including ‘daisy’, ‘eavesdropper’, and ‘vaccine’.
Learn All About the History of the English Language
Ever wondered where the English language came from and how it evolved over time? If so, then this is the perfect video for you!
Time to Ditch These Outdated Rules of English Grammar!
It’s time to stop following these English grammar rules that never really mattered.
Prime Examples Of Just How Strange the English Language Is
The English language is filled with numerous strange sequences and things that don't make sense like this fascinating and funny tidbits
Can Your English Survive This Quiz?
Why Did 5 Middle-Aged Dads Get a Standing Ovation?
You wouldn't expect 5 middle aged dads to be able to get the judges of Britain's Got Talent to applaud them, but these men did it!
Do You Know Enough English For This Quiz?
Are you knowledgeable when it comes to English grammar?
These Are the Most Overused Words in the English Language
Are you guilty of using these overused words in English? Find out!
English Quiz: Spell to Complete the Sentence!
Think you can spell with the best of them?
English Quiz: Can You Complete the Saying?
English QUIZ: Tell Apart These Easily Confused Words!
Even native English speakers commonly confuse these words... Will you be able to beat this tricky English quiz?
Geography Quiz: Can We Ask You About the Middle East?
What do you know of the Middle East region?
The US Island That Still Speaks Shakespeare's English
This island off the Southern Coast is home to the last Elizabethan English speakers.
QUIZ: Complete These Classic English Phrases!
How many of these classic English proverbs do you know? Let's put you to the test...
English Vocab History: Few Can Pass This Vocabulary Quiz?
These 14 words have really strayed away from their original meaning, can you guess what words like 'girl' and 'clue' used to mean?
QUIZ: Take Our General English Quiz!
Are you feeling confident about your English skills today? Then let's have a go at it!
15 Foreign Idioms That Sound Hilarious In English
Here are 15 phrases and idioms that don’t translate that well into English because they sound absolutely bizarre, mind-boggling, and hilarious!
Were You Aware of These English Language Mistakes?
Learn how to avoid some common English language mistakes by understanding some little-known truths.
English Really Needs a Translation for These Foreign Words
With so many words in the English vocabulary, we still as yet have to come up with a word to describe how we'd feel in these instances.
Joke: The EU is Switching to Euro-English
This joke begins with a formal change to the language of the United Nations...
English Test: Can You Explain These Greek Words?
Choose the Greek root for the English words we ask about in this quiz.
Do You Know What Speakers of Old English Called a Snake?
Kennings are a unique feature of English that goes all the way back to old Anglo Saxon epics and poems.
The English Language Desperately Needs These German Words!
Take a look at these 21 incredibly powerful words that the English language desperately needs to adopt.
Language Quiz: Weird Words of the English Language
This quiz will test your knowledge of some of the weirdest words that you'll ever come across. Give it a try, and see how many you can get right!
14 Hilarious Reasons English Makes No Sense
There are some pretty odd languages in the world, but surely nothing comes close to matching English's absurdities? Take a look at these oddities.
Care To Test Your Level of English Today?
Here's a fun English quiz that will take some vocabulary skills to ace!
English Challenge: What Do These Old Words Mean?
For those of you who want to test their knowledge of Shakespearean English, we welcome you to try this quite challenging quiz.
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
What Features Are Missing From the English Language?
English is incredible, but what can it learn from other languages? What features do English speakers miss out on?
The 10 Most Powerful Words in the English Language
Words have power! How do you use ten of the most powerful words in the English language?
English Quiz: A Tom Swifty Punning Test!
Can you find the right word to make it a real Tom Swifty pun?
4 Mind-Blowing Facts About the English Language
Here are 4 incredibly interesting facts about English in the context of other languages
Pick the Right Plural in Our English Challenge
Can you pick the right plural 15 times?
The English Samurai: The True History Behind 'Shogun'
In this article, we will look at the TRUE history behind the celebrated book Shogun.
10 English Words That Come From Native American Languages
Some seemingly ordinary English words, such as barbecue, raccoon, and even squash, actually come from Native American languages and it's fascinating!
Quiz: Test Your Memory and Your English Reading!
The following quiz tests not only your English understanding, but also your memory.
Funny Signs: These People Need an English Tutor
Translation mistakes never fail to make us laugh. Here are some of the most hilariously bad ones!
8 Ordinary English Words With Surprisingly Spicy Origins
The origins of all these 8 seemingly innocent words - e.g. gymnasium, avocado, and nice - are not for the faint of heart, as they're quite naughty!
Language Quiz: Where Did These English Words Come From?
Do you know where the English words you use actually come from? This test is going to ask you to identify the root languages of common English words.
If You Knew These English Facts You Must Be a Genius
Yeah, you are fluent in the English language, but do you really know that much about it? We bet we can surprise you with these language facts.
English Gone Wrong: The Best Sign Bloopers
English may be well-known but it's not always well-written. Here are some hilarious signs
ENGLISH TEST: Can You Find the Right Word?
You will need to think of grammar, spelling and a bit of your own vocabulary to beat THIS English quiz!
English Quiz: Challenge Yourself With Our Homonym Test!
Do you think that you've got what it takes to get 100% on this tricky English homonyms test? Find out here.
English Quiz: Can You Complete the Proverb?
Think you can complete these 12 English proverbs? We're rooting for ya!
English Quiz: Ready for a Challenging Spelling Bee?
Are you ready for a challenging, tough, 21 question-long Spelling Bee?
14 Obsolete English Terms We Wish Were Brought Back!
Over the centuries, so many eloquent and useful English words fell out of use. We wish these 14 clever (but sadly obsolete) terms were used more often.
15 Idioms From Overseas That Sound Hilarious in English
English is by far not the only language in the world with funny sayings. Just take a look at these 15 hilarious idioms from different languages around the world.
Most People Fail This A Level English Vocabulary Quiz!
Do you think you have what it takes to pass an A Level English vocabulary quiz? Find out here!
You'll Never Guess How These Brazilians Learn English.
A fantastic idea that helps two groups of people that benefit each other.
How Well Do You Think You Know English?
How good do you think your English is? Try this special English Quiz!
Quiz: Care to Give Your English a Quick Challenge?
Are you prepared to test your English in three different areas?
Enjoy the Works of English Landscape Artist John Constable
Enjoy these marvelous artworks of English landscape artist John Constable.
Can You Guess the English Word With Over 600 Meanings?
The English language has been around for so many centuries, it has gathered quite an elusive and industrious history, as seen in these facts
10 Difficult Words in English Everyone Should Know
English has many difficult words with meanings that are nearly impossible to guess, which makes them super tough to remember. Here are 10 such words
QUIZ: Which of These English Words Have Arabic Origins?
Can you deduce which of these words came to English by way of Arabic?
QUIZ: Where Did These English Words Come From?
English Quiz: Do You Have the Vocabulary For This Test?
Care to Best Our Antonym Challenge?
English Quiz: Ready for a Rock Hard Spelling Bee?