Disagreeing is always a sensitive issue. If you know your opposite number, it’s that little easier. If on the other hand, you don’t know him/her/them, I would suggest you soften …

Allow me to tell you about a truly inspiring and thought-provoking TED Talk (www.ted.com) by Simon Anholt entitled ‘Which country does the most good for the world’. This is the …

Sometimes in conversation people exaggerate, tell little (big) white lies, or try to banter/joke with each other. Maybe you don’t believe something or somebody, find it far-fetched or are surprised …

Yesterday we talked about the secret language of the natives. Did you know there are complete books as well as comprehensive online lists of phrasal verbs? All very well, IF …