The Benefits of Working Abroad
A new poll has found over three-quarters of women who work abroad believe that doing so has improved their career prospects. According to a survey from Natwest International Personal Banking, 83 per cent of women who work abroad believe the experience will stand them in good stead for moving up the career ladder. Apparently, having [...]
Click here to continue readingHamburgers, Beer and Bayern Munich: Facebook Rankings Reflect National Stereotypes
Users of the social networking site Facebook often obsess over numbers of virtual friends and update their status on the hour. But the popularity contest is no longer limited to people’s profiles. Companies are paying close attention to countries’ most popular Facebook pages for brands which often reflect national stereotypes. Take a look at the [...]
Click here to continue readingCelebrities Who Speak Foreign Languages
Brits and Americans are often accused of not making an effort when it comes to foreign languages. There are actually many public figures from these countries who are proficient in other languages though, and who therefore serve as great ambassadors for language learning. The majority are actors and sports stars, and like most language learners, [...]
Click here to continue readingWorkplace Accidents Are Worse After Lunch, Spanish Study Shows
Researchers from the University of Burgos have for the first time established the existence of the ‘lunch effect’ in Spain, according to which workplace accidents are more serious and more likely to be fatal between 1pm and 5pm. These hours close to lunchtime account for 18.2% of all accidents and 29.4% of fatalities. “The gravity [...]
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