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Video games
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago

Resident Evil's Deadliest Enemy Yet Is The Duolingo Owl

Duolingo's Duo mascot playfully engages in a crossover with Resident Evil, promoting language learning as an entertaining theme.
Video games
fromCreative Bloq
2 weeks ago

Resident Evil's hench Duolingo owl is the weirdest gaming crossover yet

Duo the Duolingo owl is now featured as a villain in Resident Evil, challenging players to complete language lessons.
Education
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Dex is an AI-powered camera device that helps children learn new languages | TechCrunch

Dex is a handheld AI device that teaches children aged 3–8 languages through object recognition, interactive stories, games, and real-world engagement.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I moved from the US to Spain and fell in love. Despite the difficult language barrier, we're still together 2 years later.

When I moved from the US to Spain to build a new life, I hoped to find someone to share it with. I mostly dated men who spoke both English and Spanish, but never felt a true connection - until one night at a Latin dance event when I was paired with my now-boyfriend.
Relationships
fromBerlin Startup Jobs
1 week ago

Job Vacancy: Senior Web Engineer // Tandem | IT / Software Development Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

Tandem connects over 30 million members to practice languages through peer-to-peer learning.
E-Commerce
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Learn the Languages That Open Markets, Deals, and Conversations with Babbel | Entrepreneur

A second language provides a business advantage for entrepreneurs interacting internationally, and Babbel offers a comprehensive language learning platform.
Online learning
fromThe Good Life France
2 weeks ago

Why learning French is essential when you move to France - The Good Life France

Speaking French is essential for living in France, enhancing cultural integration and fulfilling legal requirements for residency and citizenship.
fromEntrepreneur
4 weeks ago

Entrepreneur Readers Can Now Access Every Babbel Language Course with This Special Offer | Entrepreneur

Speaking a second language enhances entrepreneurial opportunities through better customer connection and negotiation capabilities.
#ux-design
Food & drink
fromBon Appetit
4 weeks ago

Finding My Roots in Hawai'i's Soil, Sea, and a Sweet Potato Salad

Experiencing cultural practices through food, language, and traditions deepens identity and connection to heritage in Wai'anae.
fromThe Good Life France
1 month ago

Learn to speak French like a local - online - The Good Life France

Lingopie enables learning French through TV shows and films with interactive tools and live teaching, offering flexibility and engagement for all levels.
fromwww.soccernews.com
1 month ago

New Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah doesn't speak much German (Video) - Soccer News

Born and raised in the northwest of England, Jarell Quansah's move from Liverpool to Bayer Leverkusen at age 22 will require him to learn German.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My husband and I spent nearly 3 months traveling in Europe. Avoiding these 8 mistakes would've saved us time and money.

Travelers should learn to navigate public transportation and local languages to enhance their overseas experience.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Learn Up to 56 Languages for Just $35 | Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs favor flexibility over potential profits, with a five-fold preference, according to Embroker. Developing language skills can enhance opportunities for remote work and international expansion.
Online learning
Education
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Are French language exchange holidays worth it?

Full immersion French language exchanges significantly enhance language skills through personalized and structured experiences.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

What Babbel's new CEO has learned about leadership from his previous roles

Tim Allen has become CEO of Babbel, prioritizing employee insights and the integration of AI alongside human instructors.
fromuxplanet.org
1 month ago

Why Digital Commitment Levels Matter

Many brands neglect user experience, causing frustration and preventing effective learning.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fewer pupils in less affluent English schools taking languages, survey finds

Ministers must make access to language learning a national priority, after research showed that children from more deprived areas of England are disproportionately denied the opportunity to learn a foreign language.
Education
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Qlango Language App Now $35 | Entrepreneur

Learning multiple languages can significantly help small business owners expand their market reach.
Qlango offers a comprehensive and gamified approach to language learning, making it ideal for busy entrepreneurs.
Paris food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm an American who moved to Paris for love. It took 5 years of hard work to make it really feel like home.

Adjusting to life in Paris required resilience and patience, especially in finding work and community.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French Phrase of the day: Mettre la puce a l'oreille

Mettre la puce à l'oreille literally translates to 'to put a flea in someone's ear,' but it means to make someone suspicious or cause them to worry.
Paris food
#french-language
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

We loved living in Barcelona, but left after a year. The language barrier made it impossible for us to thrive there.

I realized it wasn't built to last. It was hard to fully integrate without being fluent in the local languages.
Barcelona
fromBerlin Startup Jobs
2 months ago

Job Vacancy: (Junior) Finance & Office Manager - part-time // Tandem | Operations & Support Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

Tandem fosters a global community of over 30 million language learners, promoting shared connections and cross-cultural conversations which enhance members' language journeys.
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Is This the Most Important Skill Modern Entrepreneurs Need to Master? | Entrepreneur

MosaLingua offers busy professionals an efficient way to learn new languages necessary for business expansion, with short daily lessons and various useful tools.
Online learning
#german-language
#french-cinema
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

5 Language Apps That Can Change How You Do Business | Entrepreneur

Multilingual skills are essential for building trust and communicating effectively in business.
London startup
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Shop exclusive discounts with on the go items from travel to style, up to 70% off

ABC Secret Sales offers discounts on essential items for travel and daily life, promoting convenience and style.
Typography
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

"It Sounds So Insincere": Non-Americans Are Sharing The Common American Phrases They Can't Stand

New English learners find idioms challenging and often confusing due to their non-literal meanings.
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

Successful Entrepreneurs Are Using This New Platform to Improve International Connections | Entrepreneur

Mastering a second or third language can unlock new revenue streams, streamline negotiations, and strengthen relationships with international clients.
Online learning
Gadgets
fromZDNET
3 months ago

New Google Labs experiments help you learn new languages in 'bite-sized' lessons

Google launches 'Little Language Lessons' tools to aid language learning for travelers.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Google's viral AI podcast tool can chat in 50 languages now and it aced my Spanish test

NotebookLM's Audio Overview feature enhances text comprehension by converting it into engaging audio formats, now available in 50 languages.
Growth hacking
fromHarvard Business Review
3 months ago

How Duolingo Aims to Diversify Beyond Language Learning

Language retention after school is low, but engaging methods can enhance learning.
Duolingo aims to make language learning enjoyable and encourage regular practice.
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

French Expression of the Day: Il n'y a pas photo

Il n'y a pas photo means 'there is no doubt' or 'it's not even close,' often used to express clear preference.
Online learning
fromHackernoon
4 months ago

Decoding the Magic: How Machines Master Human Language | HackerNoon

Large language models learn language similarly to children: through reading, guidance, and feedback.
fromTiny Buddha
3 months ago

Trusting the Pause: When Patience Is Better Than Pushing - Tiny Buddha

When I run after what I think I want, my days are a furnace of distress and anxiety. If I sit in my own place of patience, what I need flows to me, without pain.
Mental health
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

Seal More Deals With Business Language Learning from Babbel | Entrepreneur

Learning a second language as a business professional enhances contract negotiations and communication with international clients, providing a competitive edge in global markets.
European startups
fromThe Good Life France
4 months ago

Stream French Films and TV Shows - The Good Life France

France Channel provides a rich, culturally immersive streaming service for experiencing French films and TV shows with English subtitles.
fromFast Company
4 months ago

This new language app is like Netflix meets Masterclass, but for learning French

"A big part of our vision is to be a window on the language, and the people, and the culture," says CEO Lea Perret, emphasizing the importance of cultural context in language learning.
Online learning
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