k Quiz: How well do you know your trees? By www.bbc.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 09:04:46 GMT Test your nature knowledge with this tree-cky quiz. Full Article
k QUIZ: How fast is Mbappé? Quicker than Nitro from Gladiators? By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:21:39 GMT In a Champions League match between his team, Paris Saint Germain, and Real Sociedad, the French forward managed to run 100m in 10.9 seconds. Full Article
k Space fan? Take our Mega Space Quiz By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:18:54 GMT Feeling a bit bored? Well don't worry we've got you covered, test your knowledge with our huge quizzes to try out. Full Article
k Test your quiz skills with our mega quizzes! By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 13 Apr 2022 08:17:35 GMT Feeling a bit bored? Well don't worry we've got you covered, test your knowledge with our huge quizzes to try out during the holidays. Full Article
k How much do you know about Navratri? By www.bbc.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Oct 2024 15:36:30 GMT See how much you know with our Navratri quiz Full Article
k How well do you know your Disney films? By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 16 Oct 2023 05:21:23 GMT As Disney celebrates its 100th birthday, how much can you remember about its films? Full Article
k Let's Talk About Sexism By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:30:16 GMT Lauren Layfield investigates sexism, finding out what it is and how it can affect us. Full Article
k Ukraine: The Children’s Story By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 08 Mar 2023 14:32:56 GMT It has been more than a year since Russia invaded Ukraine. Ricky went to Ukraine to speak to children there about how the war has affected them. This is his special report, Ukraine: The Children's Story. Full Article
k Kids in a cost of living crisis: A Newsround Special By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:31:18 GMT Newsround has been finding out how the cost of living crisis and rising prices have affected children living in the UK. Full Article
k Find out about the museum for kids By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 28 Nov 2023 12:00:47 GMT It's home to the largest collection of childhood objects in the UK and recently reopened to the public after having a little makeover. Full Article
k What's it like going on a residential? By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:35:21 GMT Press Packer Sienna tells us all about her residential experience and her top tips for making the most of it. Full Article
k What is Press Pack and how can YOU join in? By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:12:33 GMT Newsround's Press Pack is set up to help you tell the world YOUR news from your life: Your passions, your achievements and your local area. Full Article
k Press Pack: The school solving the crime of stolen lunches By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 13 May 2024 06:37:32 GMT A crimewave has shaken one school to the core...and the culprit? Not exactly who, or WHAT you’d expect. Full Article
k What to do with leftover pumpkins ? By www.bbc.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 07:14:48 GMT Press Packers Martha and Greta visit a farm to find out what happens to leftover crops. Full Article
k Press Pack: Meet the gymnastics summer camp excited for the Olympics By www.bbc.com Published On :: Sun, 21 Jul 2024 10:06:34 GMT Two Press Packers from Northern Ireland tell Newsround all about their gymnastics club and why they're so excited for the 2024 Paris Games. Full Article
k Clean-up continues in Spain after shock floods cause chaos By www.bbc.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 08:03:39 GMT Families have had to leave their homes and emergency services are helping people as they deal with the impact of the worst flooding in the country for many years. Full Article
k Injury to keep dancer Amy Dowden out of this year's Strictly By www.bbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 07:26:18 GMT It has been announced that Strictly Come Dancing Star Amy Dowden will not be returning to this year's series of Strictly. Full Article
k Government plans to ban smoking outside schools and playgrounds By www.bbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:53:10 GMT The government has announced plans to make it illegal to smoke outside schools and hospitals, and in children's playgrounds in England. They have also said that some outdoor places could become vape-free. Full Article
k 'We should learn to love them' - why big spiders aren't as scary as you think By www.bbc.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2024 15:29:00 GMT Does it seem like there are more spiders around the house right now? And do the spiders you spot seem bigger than those you've seen in recent months? Spider expert, Dr Sara Goodacre, is here with some arachnid answers. Full Article
k Surf's up! First look at Scotland's new inland surf resort By www.bbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:41:49 GMT The largest and most advanced wave pool is opening in Scotland giving surfers the chance to ride the waves no matter what the weather. Full Article
k Trump vs Harris: Everything you need to know about the US Election By www.bbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 07:22:35 GMT With less than a day to go until the 2024 US election - here's everything you need to know... Full Article
k Quiz: Can you spot the fake news stories from the US election? By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:23:08 GMT Find out which viral news stories from the US election are real or fake with this quiz. Full Article
k How do US kids feel about the election results? By www.bbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 09:27:13 GMT Donald Trump is set to return to the White House as the next president of the US after winning the 2024 election. What do kids in the US think about the results of the election? Full Article
k How much do you know about Donald Trump? By www.bbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 16:47:29 GMT Take our quiz to find out how much you know about President-elect Donald J Trump. But what does the "J" stand for? Full Article
k Happy News: Stories to make you smile By www.bbc.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 06:49:51 GMT De-Graft has this week's Happy News to put a smile on your face. We have an enormous Spider-Man, some happy rodents and a feathered duo brightening up a school. Full Article
k Strange News: The week's weirdest stories By www.bbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 06:19:46 GMT Nina has our weekly dose of Strange news. We've got some cake, some giant masks and some apples in a bath! Full Article
k Quiz of the Week: Have you been following this week's news? By www.bbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 06:20:33 GMT Test your knowledge of recent news with our Quiz of the Week. Full Article
k Fighting back against online bullying By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 13 Nov 2017 10:42:27 GMT Online bullying has become more of a problem now that more people have mobile phones and computers. Find out more about it with Newsround's guide. Full Article
k Anti-Bullying Week: ‘United Against Bullying’ By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 16 Nov 2020 06:35:24 GMT This week is the 19th annual Anti-Bullying Week, an event intended to raise awareness about bullying, and share advice about how children, teachers, parents and schools can all help stop it. Full Article
k What is Odd Socks Day? By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:29:16 GMT Thousands of kids and adults will be wearing odd socks this week and there's a really good reason why! Full Article
k Anti-Bullying Week: Why does someone become a bully? By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Tue, 17 Nov 2020 10:17:37 GMT Ricky shares his experience of being bullied when he was younger and asks an expert, why does someone become a bully? Full Article
k 'Incredibly special' - Mary Earps makes history as new waxwork is revealed By www.bbc.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:07:35 GMT Nope you're not seeing double! Take a look at the new wax figure of Mary Earps at Madame Tussauds. Full Article
k Gary Lineker to leave Match of the Day: Take a look at his football career in pictures By www.bbc.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Nov 2024 10:59:15 GMT After 25 years of presenting BBC Match of the Day, Gary Lineker will be stepping down as the host of the football show at the end of this season. Once a footballer, Gary Lineker has had a long career in the sport. Keep reading to find out more. Full Article
k Who do YOU think will win the Premier League? By www.bbc.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:04:48 GMT It's been an unusual season so far with teams that have previously struggled doing well, and champions Man City losing four in a row! Full Article
k Rich celebs accused of harming planet by 'using private jets like taxis' By www.bbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 12:18:46 GMT New research shows the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere from private jets between 2019 and 2023. Full Article
k Children in Need 2024: Everything you need to know By www.bbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 13:23:34 GMT It's almost time for Children in Need day! And we want to hear about YOUR plans... Full Article
k Anti-Bullying Week 2024: 'Choose Respect' to tackle effects of bullying By www.bbc.com Published On :: Sun, 10 Nov 2024 12:49:14 GMT Many schools across the UK will be marking Anti-bullying Week, but what is it all about? Full Article
k World Kindness Day: Why being kind is good for us By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 13 Nov 2023 12:01:17 GMT It's World Kindness Day on 13 November. It's a day to remind ourselves of the importance of being kind to others. How are you celebrating? Full Article
k to fit in his tiny kitchen By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 07:00:50 +0000 Full Article Ask a Teacher
k "sick of sb Ving": a gerund or present participle? By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:54:06 +0000 Full Article Ask a Teacher
k to fit in his kitchen part 2 By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:56:19 +0000 Full Article Ask a Teacher
k Diary - I'm currently reading the book Fairy Tale By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:08:54 +0000 Full Article Editing & Writing Topics
k Diary - A few month ago, I kept watching horror movies By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:15:10 +0000 Full Article Editing & Writing Topics
k Noam Chomsky Talks About Universal Grammar [Video] By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 19:04:57 +0000 In this video, Noam Chomsky talks about language at Google as part of the Authors@Google series. In this question and answer session he discusses a number of topics, but the first is about universal grammar in which he provides an in-depth description of how his ideas on universal grammar have evolved over time. Another interesting question he answers at the end of the session relates to the effect of email, instant messaging and the like on syntax and grammar (TXT Speak). Hear Chomsky's views on whether this is just a natural part of the evolution of language and how it's affecting our minds. Full Article General Topics Grammar Topics
k Getting Back to Normal By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:26:23 +0000 Things have been quiet in some areas of the site of late and we haven't added many new items. Sadly, work has been squatting on our lives and eating into time normally spent updating the site. Full Article General Topics
k ESL World Cup links By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Jun 2010 05:27:01 +0000 Here are some links to ESL sites and lesson plans, etc, related to the World Cup. Full Article Lesson Plans & Handouts
k Tankie By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Sun, 13 Mar 2022 12:39:02 +0000 Originally a western communist who supported Stalin's authoritarianism, usually backed by tanks, the modern tankie supports pretty much any authoritarian government or dictatorship that opposes the West. Full Article
k Thief don’t like to see thief carry long bag By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Feb 2002 00:00:00 +0000 "Thief don’t like to see thief carry long bag" means that a dishonest person dislikes competition from other like-minded persons. Editor's note: There are a few variations of this idiom found online, such as "Tief nuh like si neda man wid long bag" and "Thief neva like fi see thief with long bag", but they all express the same idea. Full Article
k Slowly, slowly catchy monkey By www.usingenglish.com Published On :: Sat, 09 Mar 2024 11:31:10 +0000 Softly, softly, catchee monkey is a variation of "Softly, softly, catchee monkey". It is an Ashanti (Ghana) proverb quoted by Lord Robert Baden-Powell, Founder of the Boy Scouts.From the people of Ghana, Baden-Powell learnt the phrase `softly softly catchee monkey' - and he learnt that he could get the best work out of his force by dividing it into small groups, or patrols, and giving responsibility to the captain of each group.It's discussed in Eric Partridge's "Dictionary of Catch Phrases." Partridge says it means "Gently does it!" and probably appeared in the late 19th century. Origin is hazy because the phrase was largely "neglected by the editors of the relevant works of reference." Partridge quotes a paraphrase by Wilfred Granville, "Dictionary of Theatrical Terms" (1952): "Stalk your prey carefully; or, generally, to achieve an object by quiet application." Full Article
k Three most common SCADA applications in MV/LV distribution systems you SHOULD know By electrical-engineering-portal.com Published On :: Mon, 08 May 2023 06:30:56 +0000 Electrical distribution systems comprise a large number of remote applications and locations, and it has traditionally been challenging to monitor and regulate these remote applications and sites. Utility companies have been installing remote terminal/telemetry units, often known as RTUs, at... Read more The post Three most common SCADA applications in MV/LV distribution systems you SHOULD know appeared first on EEP - Electrical Engineering Portal. Full Article Power Substation Premium Content SCADA Substation Automation commercial office current transformer distribution substation control distribution systems ethernet bus ieds loads plc power factor correction rtu scada scada applications shopping buildings shunt capacitors sub-switchboard substation unmanned substations voltage transformers