by Philip Yaffe Native English-speakers are increasingly exhorted to learn foreign languages to play a more effective role in globalisation. However, we tend not to learn foreign languages for thre...

In the late nineteenth century the territory of Ukraine was divided between neighboring states. Most of them belonged to the Russian Empire and its western member of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The ...

by Philip Yaffe Anyone who has travelled outside his own country is aware of the thrill—and frustration—of dealing with foreign languages. The thrill comes from the fact that the languages ar...

Take a virtual tour of Barcelona, not the capital city of Spain, but a rich and marvelous city that is worthwhile visiting. Who said the New York is the city that never sleeps, has forgotten about ...

by Philip Yaffe I am an American living in Belgium since 1974. Ever since arriving here, I have been hearing the mantra “To be a good European, you should learn several languages”. Almost from th...

The mango is a tropical fruit with a superb taste and many properties that can help you. Read about the mango health benefits in the next. The mangos grow mainly in Asia, India, South America, Arab...

It may not be the ultra-nationalist hooliganism of the English football pitch, but racial and national tensions seem to be flaring in the country's multi-currency bingo halls. With the UK playing ...

Many Europeans can speak a little of the languages of neighbouring countries. The English aren’t known for their linguistic prowess. And in the continent of America, North Americans tend to be uni-l...

Do you need a special type of guitar? The simple answer is No! For a beginner, any (nylon stringed) classical guitar will do the job. 1) Any guitar with steel strings on it is NOT suitable. There ...

Flamenco is a popular style of Spanish Guitar Music. Flamenco has its own three forms which are Cante, Baile, and Guitarra. Cante is the song, Baile is the dance, and Guitarra is the guitar part of fl...

San Diego is studded with plenty of beautiful tourist attractions such as the wonderful Zoo, the Sea World, the shopping centers, the sunny beaches and so on. Tucked away from the modern, urbane San D...

by Philip Yaffe As any teacher knows, saying something once is tantamount to not saying it at all. People may recognize an idea the first time it is presented, but they almost never assimilate ...

by Philip Yaffe "I was 24 years old when I first began thinking and speaking in a foreign language. It was like being released from prison. I saw my cell door swinging open and my mind flying f...

Fuerteventura is second major Canary Island and offers remarkable Spanish experiences, if considering it as your holiday destination. The island has really long beaches and is known for its cuisine, n...

by Philip Yaffe This is a story about a young man growing up in Los Angeles in the 1950s. He was a bit strange for a Californian of that epoch. He of course loved surfing, but he loved mathemat...

San Diego which is eighth largest city in the United States and the second largest in the state of California is a hot destination for tourists from across the globe. San Diego boasts of a rich mi...

Goodwill Industries is North America’s leading nonprofit provider of education, training, and career services for people with disadvantages such as homelessness, physical disabilities or lack of educa...

Delhi is a momentous city and a graceful capital. New Delhi the third largest city of India is a synthesis of the ancient and the modern. Delhi is a magnificent place to explore with your family and f...

A limo driver does more than just driving swanky limos. He provides valuable services that can make your occasion extra special and journey totally comfortable. While hiring a limo from any limo s...

Save money at school by taking advantage of extended payment plans, taking extra courses, or finding a study partner. Earn while you learn, and purchase pre-owned. Following these simple tips may be t...