General News
Bell Foundation supports adult learners
The Bell Foundation is now extending its reach to adults learning English as a second language, alongside its existing work with young people.
120% hike threatens Irish language schools
Representing over 60 accredited language schools, English Education Ireland urges an immediate review and pause of a new immigration policy more than doubling financial...
Fluency sounds smoother with simple language, study shows
Researchers find that using everyday phrasal expressions boosts fluency perception more than rare phrases in foreign language speech.
ELT market to reach $115 billion by 2029
The global English language training (ELT) market is projected to reach $88.98 billion in 2025, up from $83.55 billion in 2024.
Korea: What’s the problem with E-type visas?
A growing labour union in Korea, formed last year, is challenging the country's visa rules, branding them "modern-day slavery".
Taiwan news
The Taiwanese government has announced that it hopes to increase the number of ‘English only’ state schools by 25%, bringing to 257 the number...
