Robert is an avid traveler and a fan of new technologies. He can cook well, but never has enough time to do so and he ends up complaining about most meals. A regular at the gym.
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Harry Potter universe was first introduced in fantasy novels written by British author J. K. Rowling. The books have gained worldwide attention, won multiple awards, and sold more than 500 million copies in many countries. FAQ: What languages are used in Harry Potter for spells? The spells in Harry Potter are based on Latin, ancient…
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Why do Swedes think a giant straw goat is a symbol of Christmas? Why are roads open only for roller skaters a week before Christmas Day in Venezuela? What are people hiding in Norway as a holiday tradition to keep safe from evil spirits? In today’s article, we’ll be giving you the answers to these…
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The Lord of the Rings is neither a book nor a movie. It’s a cultural phenomenon and one of the biggest literary achievements of the 20th century. The influence of Middle-earth, a fictional world created by J. R. R. Tolkien, has been resonating in popular culture for almost a century now. FAQ: What are the…
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This is not another article about how to recognize and deal with fake friends in your life. Here, we’ll talk about a different kind of struggle. Anyone who learns a foreign language needs to watch out for so-called false friends. No, they are not people who try to sabotage your effort by giving harmful advice.…
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Actually, any day now. Although it is impossible to know precisely the total number of people on the planet at any given time, and who or where will be the 8th million baby being born or their language or nationality, the United Nations has declared the 15th of November 2022 to be the official estimated…
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To say that Game of Thrones was a popular TV series is to say nothing about it. It was adapted from the bestselling “Ice & Fire” saga by American author, George R.R. Martin, and aired on HBO in 2010-2019 through 8 seasons. The show’s presence in the media was a worldwide phenomenon, influencing almost all…
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Language learning is surely an interesting direction in one’s self development. However, it may also be quite challenging. Memorizing new words, studying grammar rules, and practicing correct pronunciation can be really tough. Not to mention acquiring conversational fluency in the language of your choice. Fortunately, there are lots of helpful tools that will make language…
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After months of continuous work and much effort, we can finally say it: Vasco Translator V4 is here! What’s more, we are proud to share that our AI translator received 2 design awards even before its release: Red Dot Award: the best design in Communication Technology category NY Product Design Award: in the category of…
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There are many spoken languages in the world, although this number is dropping every year. In the era of globalization, less spoken languages tend to get dominated by the most spoken languages in the world and the rarest ones are known by just a few native speakers. Let’s take a look at what is the…
