
Polarization Named Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Year
Merriam-Webster’s word of the year, “polarization,” captures the deep divisions shaping the 2024 election.


Merriam-Webster’s word of the year, “polarization,” captures the deep divisions shaping the 2024 election.

Cold homes can have a profound impact on the body, increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and impairing cognitive function.

Study reveals alarming rise in problematic social media use among teens, urging action for change.

Rohit Sharma’s impressive performance as a batsman and captain in the World Cup has earned him respect and admiration, despite India’s loss in the final.

19-year-old pianist Yunchan Lim, known as “classical music’s answer to K-pop,” has signed an exclusive record deal with Decca Records in the UK, choosing the label for its sound quality and work with legendary musicians.

Former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori released from prison after serving 15 years for corruption and human rights violations.

The Royal Mint innovatively transforms e-waste into gold, promoting sustainability while addressing a growing crisis.

Greek PM calls for return of Elgin Marbles, comparing their separation to cutting the Mona Lisa in half.

Asia’s winners of the Earthshot Prize are leading the way in finding innovative solutions to repair the planet, from developing metal dryers to combat crop waste to creating eco-friendly lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.

Apple surpasses Samsung as world’s largest phonemaker, marking the first time in 12 years.

Climate change could lead to more lightning strikes in northern forests, increasing wildfire risk.

“Bole Chudiyan” from “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” named UK’s favorite Bollywood song of the 2000s.

Bull on train tracks disrupts New Jersey Transit, raises concerns about slaughterhouse security.

UK workers are increasingly struggling with ill-health that is impacting their ability to work, with 12% of people in employment having a “work-limiting” condition, according to a recent analysis by the Health Foundation.

White alligator undergoes successful surgery to remove 70 coins swallowed by visitors at Omaha zoo.


영국 랭커스터 대학교(Lancaster University)에서 한국인 영어 학습자분들을 대상으로 새로운 연구 프로젝트를 진행합니다. 전 과정 온라인으로 진행되어 어디서든 편하게 참여하실 수 있습니다. 여러분의 소중한 참여로 한국인의 영어 사용 방식을 알아보는 흥미로운 연구가 완성됩니다.
🎁 참여 혜택:
– 원어민 연구원과의 1:1 회화 연습
– 실전 영작 연습 & 맞춤형 영어 피드백 리포트
– 커피 기프티콘 총 3잔 선물! (첫 세션 후 1잔, 마지막 세션 완료 후 2잔 더 드려요! ☕☕)
📅 참여 방식: 총 2회의 온라인 세션 (Zoom 등을 이용, 각 세션당 약 60~80분 소요) 말하기와 쓰기 활동이 섞여 있어 부담 없이 즐겁게 참여하실 수 있습니다.
✅ 대상: 영어 실력에 상관없이 참여를 희망하는 18세 이상 한국인 누구나