2024: The Year of Elections! (Bonus Episode)
Next year, there is a good chance that you will be voting in an election. Some of the most economically…
245. What is Happening in Russia?: Mutiny and the Wagner Group! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Russia has been in the news constantly since invading Ukraine over a year ago. The brutality of war, destruction of…
225. What is NATO? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Earlier this month, Finland became the 31st member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation, better known as NATO. Today, I…
218. Could Putin Really be Arrested? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Last week, the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Russian president Vladimir Putin. But could Putin ever actually…
Arrest Warrant Issued for Putin (Vocabulary from the News)
Here is some useful vocabulary to help you understand the ICC’s arrest warrant for Putin!
170. Who was Gorbachev? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union, has passed away. News reports around the world described him as…
Ukraine & Russia Reach Agreement (Vocabulary List)
Ukraine and Russia have reached an agreement to restart grain exports. Since Russia invaded earlier this year, the amount of…
143. What is a War Crime? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
Joe Biden has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of being a “war criminal.” But what does this mean? What is…
142. What is an Oligarchy? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
The US, UK, and EU have introduced massive sanctions against many Russian oligarchs. These rich and powerful men are thought…