nature
Landmark Webb observatory is now officially a telescope
3 min read · Jan 9th · The observatory has flawlessly unfurled its mirrors and sunshield — although more steps are needed before the science can begin.
thesaurus.com
Why Do We Capitalize The Pronoun "I"?
2 min read · 2021-09-07 · How come we capitalize "I" and not "me"? Even though it feels natural to capitalize "I," it is unusual. So why did we start capitalizing "I"?
Aeon+Psyche
Why is the English spelling system so weird and inconsistent?
~13 min read · 2021-07-26 · Why is English spelling so weird and unpredictable? Don’t blame the mix of languages; look to quirks of timing and technology
blog.creativa.com
The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Greetings and Small Talk in English
~11 min read · 2021-06-27 · Here's how you can start a conversation–and keep it going. Read all about the top vocabulary phrases and topics for making greetings and small talk in English.
blog.creativa.com
35 Powerful Presentation Phrases in English for Engaging Your Audience
~11 min read · 2021-06-26 · Capture your audience's attention and express your ideas clearly with these powerful presentation phrases in English.
thesaurus.com
What Are Helping Verbs? List And Examples
5 min read · 2021-06-18 · Helping verbs are used in front of other verbs to express different tenses, moods, and more. Learn more about helping verbs with our lists and examples!
blog.creativa.com
How to Disagree in English: A Simple but Effective Technique for Being Persuasive
6 min read · 2021-06-11 · Someone tells you you're wrong.
thesaurus.com
Intransitive Verbs: Rules And Examples
5 min read · 2021-06-11 · Intransitive verbs are actions not performed on a direct object, nor used in passive voice. Learn more about intransitive verbs with our lists and examples!
builtbywords.substack.com
Writing tools I learned from The Economist
6 min read · 2021-04-05 · I learned writing from The Economist. Back home, it wasn’t easy to learn English. No one in my social circle was fluent in the language and I couldn’t afford a private tutor. The best I could do was…
collegeofmediaandpublishing.co.uk
Proofreading tips for non-native English speakers
2 min read · 2021-04-28 · Proofreading requires certain editorial skills, techniques and a keen eye for detail. See our online proofreading courses.
Merriam-Webster
'Between' or 'Among': Which Is Correct?
3 min read · From 2019 · Just between us: it's a complicated situation.
The New Yorker
Grammar-Nerd Heaven
5 min read · 2021-04-21 · A new exhibit showcases the surprisingly contentious history of English grammar books.
interexchange.org
American English Idioms
3 min read · 2021-03-05 · 3 minutesDo you ever feel like you have ALMOST mastered the English language but there are some phrases that just don't make sense to you? Have you ever thought that your English is sooo close to…
writingcooperative.com
How to Become a Better Writer — When English isn't Your Native Language
~17 min read · 2021-02-23 · 4 ways to *actually* improve your writing when you think it's hopeless
Science Magazine
Unprotected African health workers die as rich countries buy up COVID-19 vaccines
5 min read · 2021-02-17 · Growing toll on fragile health systems prompts calls for more global equity
