Tim Atkin, the English critic who traveled through Argentina: "non-alcoholic wine is not wine"
Tim Atkin, a prominent wine critic, reflects on his experiences in Argentina and critiques the snobbery surrounding wine culture.
Non-Fiction: When the Dildo was Invented
The article reviews a book that explores the intricacies of English culture during the early modern period, particularly focusing on the historical context of intimacy and romance.
Arts Council England must change or face ‘disaster’, culture department is told
Margaret Hodge has called for a radical overhaul of Arts Council England, warning that failure to reform may lead to disaster for the cultural sector.
Lauristin: Without Estonian Literature, Young People are Falling Out of the Shared Memory Space
Social scientist Marju Lauristin discusses a recent study indicating that while young people are reading, most of their reading is done in English, which may lead to a disconnect from Estonian literature and culture.
American living in UK tries 'English breakfast' and makes big mistake with order
An American woman living in the UK faced confusion over her order of an English breakfast due to an unusual choice.
Linguists decide that 'quiet quitting' in Latvian will be 'atsalums' and 'atsalšana'
The Terminology Commission of the Latvian Academy of Sciences has decided to keep the terms 'atsalums' and 'atsalšana' to denote the English concept of 'quiet quitting' while rejecting alternatives.
The term 'Swiftie' (fan of Taylor Swift) is officially added to the English language
The word 'Swiftie,' referring to fans of Taylor Swift, has been officially incorporated into the English language, reflecting the influence of pop culture on everyday language.
A football figure embroiled in controversy: dating a model from OnlyFans 14 years younger than him
Kieran Trippier, an English football player, is in the spotlight for dating 21-year-old model Kehlani Webster, associated with OnlyFans, following his recent divorce.
'I gave my Korean parents Full English breakfast and their reactions were priceless'
A Korean foodie introduced her parents to a Full English breakfast, capturing their delightful reactions in a viral video.
24 hours in Huelva, between the influence of the English and mauve sunsets
The article explores the historical and cultural significance of Huelva, Spain, highlighting its British influence and natural landmarks.
"The Cathedral of Golf": the curious origin of one of the oldest courses in America: an Englishman, nine pots, and a camel
The article details the history of the Mar del Plata Golf Club, founded 125 years ago by English immigrants in Argentina, which became a significant part of the local culture and sport.
Icelandic musician Ásgeir on his new free-flowing album 'Julia'
Icelandic musician Ásgeir discusses his new album 'Julia', composed entirely in English, and his evolution as an artist.
'I'm from the US and there's 1 thing that's completely different in the UK'
Amber Kacherian, an American living in the UK, highlights the walkability of English cities compared to those in the US as a significant cultural difference.
Story: Rented House | Storybox with Jamshed
The narrator shares the experience of renting a flat to a young man and his mother from a tribal village in Jharkhand, who speak neither Hindi nor English and bring their unique cultural identity.
New license plate MU: Who doesn't drive a big city car is automatically a country bumpkin
A recent study highlights the rich diversity of German curse words compared to those in Spanish and English, showcasing a unique aspect of German culture.
In Champagne: One should still be able to foam
The article explores the history and cultural significance of champagne, particularly in Reims, France, while highlighting its English origins and the peculiarities of its pronunciation.