Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
“Worth it," a catchy pop song from American girl group Fifth Harmony, features American rapper Kid Ink and a strong crossover into Balkan and Middle Eastern music.
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
United Kingdom, USA
Tinie Tempah released this track, which features American singer Eric Turner, on his debut album Disc-Overy. The inspirational lyrics document the British artist’s determination to succeed, and steep trajectory from childhood poverty to the dizzying heights of rap stardom.
Difficulty: Beginner
USA
In addition to Columbus Day, two new October commemorative holidays were signed into law by President Joe Biden.
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld has found the perfect car for the President of the USA... and one can’t blame him for feeling a little nervous when he stops by the White House to take Barack Obama out for coffee!
Difficulty: Intermediate
Scotland, United Kingdom
Two Scottish police officers are bamboozled by the disappearance of a crook they pursue down a blind alley, but maybe he’s closer than they think!
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
United Kingdom, USA
Matthew McConaughey and Hugh Grant starred together in “The Gentlemen," but it seems that this is the first time they’ve really met. Matthew reveals all about ice fishing, while Hugh recounts an unlikely encounter on his wedding day, and a less than successful attempt at political activism.
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom
Harry Styles found fame with the boy band One Direction, and has now released a solo album entitled Harry’s House. The lyrics in this song point to something gone awry in a relationship, and a deep sense of estrangement and separation.
Difficulty: Beginner
USA
Elderly couple Harold and Gertrude reminisce about their first date together. Although their memories are a little hazy, they can agree that it was a very special day!
Difficulty: Adv-Intermediate
USA
“Family” from French DJ David Guetta is about the virtue of those close friends who are always there for you when you need them. Featuring US pop star Bebe Rexha and rap verses from hip hop stars Ty Dolla Sign and A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, the song includes some slang and informal English that you probably won’t find in a textbook!
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
In “All That x Alien Boy," Oliver Tree views life from the perspective of an alien, or perhaps an alienated young man. Fallen to earth and strangely disconnected from the humans around him, he will somehow make it work.
Difficulty: Newbie
USA
Sing along with this bright and happy colors song. What's your favorite color?
Difficulty: Intermediate
USA
Watch the official trailer for the film King Richard. Will Smith stars as Richard Williams in the inspiring true story of the coach, mentor, and father of tennis megastars Venus and Serena Williams.
Difficulty: Intermediate
United Kingdom, USA
British pop star Dua Lipa’s feel good hit “Levitating” captures the buoyant feeling of falling in love, and uses many metaphors related to outer space.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Australia, USA
Paul, who has an Australian accent, shares what he's noticed about the differences between the English spoken in England and in the USA.
Difficulty: Beginner
USA
Tommy is worried that nobody came to his baseball game, but it turns out that someone in his family did go. Find out who it was, and learn how to talk about past activities in the past tense!
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