English is a global language, but depending on where it is spoken, the language can differs significantly. British English and American English are two widely spoken languages, with several variations ...

Understanding the difference between British and American English can save ESL learners from confusion. These two styles may seem similar, but small changes in spelling, vocabulary, and pronunciation ...

Emma Seddon receives funding from the Economic and Social Research Council. Britain is facing an uncertain future and an uneasy relationship with Europe after Brexit. Among other things, the country’s ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Rob Pensalfini has received funding from a variety of bodies including the Australia Council for the Arts, Arts Queensland, the Brisbane City Council, and the Australian Research Council. He is ...

Gobsmacked! The British Invasion of American English. By Ben Yagoda. Princeton University Press; 288 pages; $24.95 and £20 British intellectuals enjoy bewailing the influx of Americanisms into the ...