🌟 THE NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL
🌟 The Notting Hill Carnival, held annually in the vibrant neighborhood of Notting Hill, London, is one of the largest street festivals in Europe that celebrates Caribbean heritage. Established in 1966, the carnival was initially a response to the racial tensions of the time.
😍 Taking place over the August bank holiday weekend (last Monday in August and Sunday before it), the carnival attracts millions of visitors from around the world, transforming the streets into a lively tapestry of color, music, and dance. The event features a grand parade, with participants marching in traditional Caribbean costumes.
🥳Beyond the dazzling visuals, the Notting Hill Carnival advocates for equality and cultural diversity. It reflects the history of Caribbean immigrants in the UK and their contributions to British society. Local food stalls offer a taste of Caribbean cuisine, with dishes like jerk chicken, curried goat, and plantains attracting scores of food enthusiasts.
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🌟 The Notting Hill Carnival, held annually in the vibrant neighborhood of Notting Hill, London, is one of the largest street festivals in Europe that celebrates Caribbean heritage. Established in 1966, the carnival was initially a response to the racial tensions of the time.
😍 Taking place over the August bank holiday weekend (last Monday in August and Sunday before it), the carnival attracts millions of visitors from around the world, transforming the streets into a lively tapestry of color, music, and dance. The event features a grand parade, with participants marching in traditional Caribbean costumes.
🥳Beyond the dazzling visuals, the Notting Hill Carnival advocates for equality and cultural diversity. It reflects the history of Caribbean immigrants in the UK and their contributions to British society. Local food stalls offer a taste of Caribbean cuisine, with dishes like jerk chicken, curried goat, and plantains attracting scores of food enthusiasts.
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🌟 Apart from being a talented poet and playwright, William Shakespeare was also... an inventor! It is estimated that he coined over 1500 new words and expressions, and some of them remain in use to this day.
🌟 Words like cold-blooded, addiction, summit, obscene, exposure and scores of other words that are used in everyday speech were created by Shakespeare. Some of his coinages, however, can now be found only in literary works.
Our personal favourites are these five Shakespearean words, though nowadays you can rarely encounter them even in written speech:
😉Firmament (n.) - небосвод;
😉Termagant (n.) - сварливая женщина, мегера;
😉Vizard (n.) - личина, маска;
😉Incarnadine (v.) - окрасить в красный;
😉Limn (v.) - описывать, изображать.
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🌟 The Hollywood Walk of Fame
⭐️The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a famous sidewalk located in Hollywood, California, that celebrates the stars of the entertainment industry. Launched in 1960, it features over 2,600 brass stars embedded in the pavement along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street.
⭐️ Each star honors a celebrity for their contributions to film, television, music, and theater. Some of the most notable names include Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, and Walt Disney. The stars are organized into five categories: Motion Pictures, Television, Music, Radio, and Live Theater.
⭐️ Some popular cartoon characters such as Winnie the Pooh, Tinker Bell, Donald Duck, etc. have also received stars.
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⭐️The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a famous sidewalk located in Hollywood, California, that celebrates the stars of the entertainment industry. Launched in 1960, it features over 2,600 brass stars embedded in the pavement along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street.
⭐️ Each star honors a celebrity for their contributions to film, television, music, and theater. Some of the most notable names include Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, and Walt Disney. The stars are organized into five categories: Motion Pictures, Television, Music, Radio, and Live Theater.
⭐️ Some popular cartoon characters such as Winnie the Pooh, Tinker Bell, Donald Duck, etc. have also received stars.
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🌟 Итак, что же такое the Hays Code?
🎬В 1930-е гг. в США звучало всё больше призывов ввести цензурные ограничения в киноиндустрии: по мнению консервативной части американского общества, насилие, демонстрация в кино откровенных сцен и насилия плохо влияла на простых американцев. Тогда Ассоциация производителей и прокатчиков фильмов ввела свод правил, названный кодексом Хейса (Hays Code) - в честь главы Ассоциации Уильяма Хейса.
❌ В фильмах запрещалось насмехаться над представителями власти и священниками, показывать в положительном свете внебрачные связи и преступную деятельность, не допускались упоминания нетрадиционных сексуальных контактов. Кодекс Хейса действовал до начала 60-х гг., когда конкуренция со стороны европейского кино заставила американских производителей отказаться от самоцензуры.
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🎬В 1930-е гг. в США звучало всё больше призывов ввести цензурные ограничения в киноиндустрии: по мнению консервативной части американского общества, насилие, демонстрация в кино откровенных сцен и насилия плохо влияла на простых американцев. Тогда Ассоциация производителей и прокатчиков фильмов ввела свод правил, названный кодексом Хейса (Hays Code) - в честь главы Ассоциации Уильяма Хейса.
❌ В фильмах запрещалось насмехаться над представителями власти и священниками, показывать в положительном свете внебрачные связи и преступную деятельность, не допускались упоминания нетрадиционных сексуальных контактов. Кодекс Хейса действовал до начала 60-х гг., когда конкуренция со стороны европейского кино заставила американских производителей отказаться от самоцензуры.
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🍺 ENGLISH PUBS
🌟 An English pub (public house) is a unique cultural phenomenon. Originally pubs used to serve only beer and spirits but nowadays you can get there a snack or some hot food as well. Many pubs pride themselves on their rich history that can date back to the Middle Ages.
🫡The main feature of pubs that makes them different from American bars is the atmosphere of "home from home". There is no waiter service in pubs, and the staff usually know the regular customers. There are pub games available, such as darts, and for many Britons a pub is place where they can socialise and meet their friends.
🫡Pubs usually have small windows and dim lighting which also enhances the cozy atmosphere. Children are not allowed to visit pubs, and in the past women were also rarely seen drinking in a pub.
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🌟 An English pub (public house) is a unique cultural phenomenon. Originally pubs used to serve only beer and spirits but nowadays you can get there a snack or some hot food as well. Many pubs pride themselves on their rich history that can date back to the Middle Ages.
🫡The main feature of pubs that makes them different from American bars is the atmosphere of "home from home". There is no waiter service in pubs, and the staff usually know the regular customers. There are pub games available, such as darts, and for many Britons a pub is place where they can socialise and meet their friends.
🫡Pubs usually have small windows and dim lighting which also enhances the cozy atmosphere. Children are not allowed to visit pubs, and in the past women were also rarely seen drinking in a pub.
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🍰 And if you enjoy baking pastries, here is a nice recipe for you. Victoria sponge () is type of cake that was favoured by Queen Victoria (and eventually named after her). It's a small cake that consists of jam, cream and sponge (бисквит), and it remains one of the most popular cakes in Britain!
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https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/food/recipes/a535075/victoria-sponge-recipe/
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https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/food/recipes/a535075/victoria-sponge-recipe/
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Good Housekeeping
Perfect Victoria Sponge Recipe
Fluffy and light – it's no surprise the Victoria sponge is one of Britain’s best-loved cakes!
😑 5 FACTS ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
The University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking world, with teaching dating back to 1096. Here's a shortlist of the most interesting facts about it.
🫣 The University of Oxford consists of 36 autonomous colleges that not only house, but also teach undergraduate students.
😰 Oxford has produced numerous notable alumni, including 28 British Prime Ministers, famous writers like J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, and scientists like Stephen Hawking.
😡 Students are required to wear academic dress (look at the picture) to examinations or when visiting university officials.
🤫 There are dozens of clubs and student societies in Oxford, including the Piers Gaveston Society, which is famous for its wild parties.
🫠 Oxford has many quirky traditions, such as the annual "Oxford vs. Cambridge Boat Race," which dates back to 1829 and attracts thousands of spectators each year.
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The University of Oxford is the oldest university in the English-speaking world, with teaching dating back to 1096. Here's a shortlist of the most interesting facts about it.
🫣 The University of Oxford consists of 36 autonomous colleges that not only house, but also teach undergraduate students.
😰 Oxford has produced numerous notable alumni, including 28 British Prime Ministers, famous writers like J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, and scientists like Stephen Hawking.
😡 Students are required to wear academic dress (look at the picture) to examinations or when visiting university officials.
🤫 There are dozens of clubs and student societies in Oxford, including the Piers Gaveston Society, which is famous for its wild parties.
🫠 Oxford has many quirky traditions, such as the annual "Oxford vs. Cambridge Boat Race," which dates back to 1829 and attracts thousands of spectators each year.
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🌟 DID YOU KNOW?
Gerrymandering - махинации с избирательными округами. Эти термином обозначается создание неравных избирательных округов или дополнительных округов под "своих" избирателей для обеспечения победы той или иной партии на выборах. Полагают, что это понятие появилось в 1812, когда при губернаторе штата Массачусетс Э. Джерри (Elbridge Gerry) впервые были созданы такие округа. Очертания этих новых округов один бостонский карикатурист изобразил в виде саламандры. Отсюда название: GERRY + salaMANDER.
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Gerrymandering - махинации с избирательными округами. Эти термином обозначается создание неравных избирательных округов или дополнительных округов под "своих" избирателей для обеспечения победы той или иной партии на выборах. Полагают, что это понятие появилось в 1812, когда при губернаторе штата Массачусетс Э. Джерри (Elbridge Gerry) впервые были созданы такие округа. Очертания этих новых округов один бостонский карикатурист изобразил в виде саламандры. Отсюда название: GERRY + salaMANDER.
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🇺🇸 The use of the donkey and elephant as symbols for the Democratic and Republican parties, respectively, has historical roots that date back to the 19th century.
🟡 Donkey (Democrats)
The donkey was popularized during the 1828 presidential campaign of Andrew Jackson. His opponents labeled him a "jackass" (a donkey) due to his populist views and stubbornness. Jackson embraced the label, using the donkey as a symbol of his campaign.
🟡 Elephant (Republicans)
The elephant was first associated with the Republican Party in the 1860s. Thomas Nast also played a significant role in this, using the elephant in his cartoons to represent the party.
📌 Both symbols have endured over time and are now firmly associated with their respective parties, often appearing in political discourse, campaigns, and media representations.
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🟡 Donkey (Democrats)
The donkey was popularized during the 1828 presidential campaign of Andrew Jackson. His opponents labeled him a "jackass" (a donkey) due to his populist views and stubbornness. Jackson embraced the label, using the donkey as a symbol of his campaign.
🟡 Elephant (Republicans)
The elephant was first associated with the Republican Party in the 1860s. Thomas Nast also played a significant role in this, using the elephant in his cartoons to represent the party.
📌 Both symbols have endured over time and are now firmly associated with their respective parties, often appearing in political discourse, campaigns, and media representations.
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⚖️ PET LAWS ACROSS THE US
There is a number of federal and state laws that regulate pet ownership in the US. Some of them, though, might sound a bit ridiculous.
1. California: It's illegal to own more than one guinea pig at a time unless you're a licensed breeder.
2. Florida: It is against the law to tie an alligator to a fire hydrant.
3. Massachusetts: It is illegal to own more than four cats without a kennel license.
4. North Carolina: It is illegal to keep a pet raccoon, even if it was raised in captivity.
5. Virginia: It is unlawful to have a pet chicken in certain localities unless you have a permit.
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There is a number of federal and state laws that regulate pet ownership in the US. Some of them, though, might sound a bit ridiculous.
1. California: It's illegal to own more than one guinea pig at a time unless you're a licensed breeder.
2. Florida: It is against the law to tie an alligator to a fire hydrant.
3. Massachusetts: It is illegal to own more than four cats without a kennel license.
4. North Carolina: It is illegal to keep a pet raccoon, even if it was raised in captivity.
5. Virginia: It is unlawful to have a pet chicken in certain localities unless you have a permit.
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AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
✊ Affirmative action in employment refers to policies and practices aimed at increasing the representation of historically marginalized groups in the workplace. This can include women, racial and sexual minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.
Key aspects of affirmative action in employment include:
1. Actively seeking candidates from underrepresented groups to ensure a diverse applicant pool.
2. Equal Opportunity Policies: Implementing policies that prohibit discrimination based on race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.
3. Quotas or Goals: In some cases, organizations may set specific targets for hiring or promoting individuals from underrepresented groups, though this practice can be controversial and is subject to legal scrutiny.
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✊ Affirmative action in employment refers to policies and practices aimed at increasing the representation of historically marginalized groups in the workplace. This can include women, racial and sexual minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.
Key aspects of affirmative action in employment include:
1. Actively seeking candidates from underrepresented groups to ensure a diverse applicant pool.
2. Equal Opportunity Policies: Implementing policies that prohibit discrimination based on race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.
3. Quotas or Goals: In some cases, organizations may set specific targets for hiring or promoting individuals from underrepresented groups, though this practice can be controversial and is subject to legal scrutiny.
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🍰 Princess Diana was known to have a few favorite dishes, but one that stood out was bread and butter pudding. This classic British dessert was reportedly one of her favorites, often prepared by her personal chef, Darren McGrady.
🧑🏻🍳 Here's a recipe for Princess Diana's Bread and Butter Pudding:
🔶6 slices of white bread (preferably slightly stale (черствый))
🔶50g (¼ cup) unsalted butter, softened (for spreading)
🔶50g (¼ cup) raisins or sultanas (изюм)
🔶3 large eggs
🔶300ml (1¼ cups) whole milk (цельное молоко)
🔶300ml (1¼ cups) heavy cream (жирные сливки)
🔶100g (½ cup) caster sugar (сахарная пудра) (or granulated sugar)
🔶1 teaspoon vanilla extract
🔶Nutmeg (мускатный орех) or cinnamon (корица) (for sprinkling)
🔶Apricot jam (optional, for glazing)
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🧑🏻🍳 Here's a recipe for Princess Diana's Bread and Butter Pudding:
🔶6 slices of white bread (preferably slightly stale (черствый))
🔶50g (¼ cup) unsalted butter, softened (for spreading)
🔶50g (¼ cup) raisins or sultanas (изюм)
🔶3 large eggs
🔶300ml (1¼ cups) whole milk (цельное молоко)
🔶300ml (1¼ cups) heavy cream (жирные сливки)
🔶100g (½ cup) caster sugar (сахарная пудра) (or granulated sugar)
🔶1 teaspoon vanilla extract
🔶Nutmeg (мускатный орех) or cinnamon (корица) (for sprinkling)
🔶Apricot jam (optional, for glazing)
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🔮 ZODIAC SIGNS
The English names of the twelve zodiac signs were borrowed from Latin.
♈️ Aries /'eəriːz/ – Овен
♉️ Taurus – Телец
♊️ Gemini /'ʤemɪnaɪ/– Близнецы
♋️ Cancer – Рак
♌️ Leo – Лев
♍️ Virgo – Дева
♎️ Libra – Весы
♏️ Scorpio – Скорпион
♐️ Sagittarius – Стрелец
♑️ Capricorn – Козерог
♒️ Aquarius – Водолей
♓️ Pisces /'paɪsiːz/ – Рыбы
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The English names of the twelve zodiac signs were borrowed from Latin.
♈️ Aries /'eəriːz/ – Овен
♉️ Taurus – Телец
♊️ Gemini /'ʤemɪnaɪ/– Близнецы
♋️ Cancer – Рак
♌️ Leo – Лев
♍️ Virgo – Дева
♎️ Libra – Весы
♏️ Scorpio – Скорпион
♐️ Sagittarius – Стрелец
♑️ Capricorn – Козерог
♒️ Aquarius – Водолей
♓️ Pisces /'paɪsiːz/ – Рыбы
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🌟 DID YOU KNOW?
🤝 A golden handshake is a financial agreement in which an employer provides a substantial severance package to an employee upon their departure from the company, typically due to retirement, layoffs, or other reasons.
💸 This package often includes a large sum of money or other benefits. The term is often associated with high-ranking executives but can apply to other employees as well.
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🤝 A golden handshake is a financial agreement in which an employer provides a substantial severance package to an employee upon their departure from the company, typically due to retirement, layoffs, or other reasons.
💸 This package often includes a large sum of money or other benefits. The term is often associated with high-ranking executives but can apply to other employees as well.
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