Nintendo announces Nintendo Switch console, Switch game bundle, and Switch dock
By Greg TitoNovember 4, 2019 12:18:00 Nintendo has released a teaser video for the Nintendo Switch.The teaser was originally spotted by Nintendo-published blog GameFAQs.In the video, the game company shows off the Nintendo Joy-Con controllers and Nintendo Switch dock.Nintendo is also showing off a demo of a Nintendo Switch...
How to cure the flu, not antibiotics
The flu is spreading faster than anyone expected.But you can help stop it before it spreads and it’s only $10 a pop to buy flu shots, not to mention the extra cash for those who can’t afford them.Here are some tips on how to protect yourself against the flu:1.Be...
What is the future of Cabron in English?
The future of the cabron is unclear.Irish Times columnist Peter Cavanagh reports that the Cork City Council has issued a circular asking cabron growers to apply for a license to grow cabron in the town, and to have it inspected and inspected again if they are found to be...
‘Vietnamese’ to ‘Old English’ numbers for the first time in decades
Posted October 10, 2018 12:22:54When I think of Vietnamese, I think about the country’s long and glorious history and its people.But when I think “Old English” numbers, my eyes glaze over.When I was growing up, there were few numbers that I could think of that represented my country so...
‘Rashomon’ to go off air after 20-year run
The French language drama Rashomon will go off the air following 20 years on air in 2019.The French TV channel, Canal+, will air the drama on the following dates: September 27, 2019; October 16, 2019, October 23, 2019 and November 7, 2019. Rashomans name in French was first used in a...
MLB: White Sox trade outfielder Joc Pederson to Cubs for left-handed reliever Willson Contreras
The Chicago White Sox are reportedly considering trading outfielder J.C. Pederson and reliever Willison Contreres, a person with knowledge of the deal told ESPN.The move could come as early as Friday, according to the person, who spoke to ESPN on condition of anonymity because the trade is not official.The...
Oxford English Dictionary: Spanish to English dictionary
Oxford English dictionary has updated its Spanish-to-English dictionary to include new translations from Oxbridge English.Oxford English is a reference work that provides English grammar, syntax and spelling lessons in the language.Oxbridge English has long been known for its Spanish and Italian editions, which have helped millions of people worldwide...
Why the word ‘bully’ is getting old, and why we need to change it to ‘pig’
Bully is a catchall term for an aggressive, aggressive person.It’s an old-fashioned insult that comes from the 19th century, and it’s been used as a term for any person who doesn’t take kindly to being teased, or who takes things too personally.So when the term “bully” comes up in...
How to make a Creole-English dictionary
The International Creole Language Association, an organisation that advocates for the preservation and development of the Creole language in Australia, has published a set of guidelines for its members.It’s a collection of tips on how to properly and correctly spell and pronounce words.The organisation’s president, Marisa Hernández, said the...
The next big thing: English to Russian
Russian speakers are set to get a lot more access to English-language content from the country’s largest Russian news agency, the RIA Novosti, following the publication of a book about the war in Ukraine.Russian language publishers, however, are worried about the new policy, with some worried it could limit...