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Clare McLaughlin Wood
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Language Graduate
@uofglasgow.bsky.social
@ucauvergne.bsky.social
Postgrad student in career guidance #uws
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Glasgow❤️Paris❤️Nice❤️…
‘l’important ce n’est pas la chute…
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irishtimes.com
Ireland’s deep cultural connections with the French capital and France itself
Ireland’s deep cultural connections with the French capital and France itself
A visit to Parisl can be restorative and energising, as it brings to mind so much shared history
www.irishtimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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languages-direct.com
Universities blame ‘societal shift’ for axing foreign language degrees buff.ly/fTvyH0x #langsky #xl8
Universities blame ‘societal shift’ for axing foreign language degrees
Numbers taking languages at A-level and beyond has been falling for decades, although Duolingo says its app is most popular with young people
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November 22, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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Bonne lundi a tous!
June 23, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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June 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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governor.ca.gov
Habemus papam! Pope Leo XIV — the first American Pope!
May 8, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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ifecosse.bsky.social
✍️✉️ Dive into 18th-century travel #writing with a creative writing workshop! We invite you to collaborate with French students from @univrouen.bsky.social and to explore Enlightenment-era letters in both French and English

20 May at @ifecosse.bsky.social
🎟️ ifecosse.extranet-aec.com/events/detai...
April 24, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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broadcastscot.bsky.social
We are looking for more volunteer presenters and reporters. If you would like to join us, please get in touch. Might suit retired teachers, journalists or anyone with time available.

We would love to pay staff, but that requires a lot more donations.

www.broadcastingscotland.scot/volunteer-fo...
Volunteer for Broadcasting Scotland - Broadcasting Scotland
Broadcasting Scotland are always interested in hearing from volunteer TV production staff, in front of and behind the camera.
www.broadcastingscotland.scot
March 13, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Cri Pie 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
February 27, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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Buenos Dias Puerto Mogan…🇮🇨🇪🇸
February 9, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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theguardian.com
Crime, comedy and The Count of Monte-Cristo: French flock to cinemas … to watch homegrown films
Crime, comedy and The Count of Monte-Cristo: French flock to cinemas … to watch homegrown films
Cinephiles and industry insiders explain why the most-watched films in 2024 were made in France The most-watched films in French cinemas last year were a feelgood comedy featuring a cast of non-professional, disabled actors and a swashbuckling three-hour…
www.theguardian.com
January 10, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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theguardian.com
Winter rail adventures in Europe: three itineraries for the colder months
Winter rail adventures in Europe: three itineraries for the colder months
Our slow travel expert picks her favourite off-season trips by train to France, Germany, Austria and Italy I travel through Europe by rail in all seasons and all weathers, and my more memorable journeys are often in that slack period between Epiphany (on…
www.theguardian.com
November 30, 2024 at 11:14 AM
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theguardian.com
I didn’t rate the original Dyson Airwrap – has the new version ironed out the kinks? | Sali Hughes on beauty
I didn’t rate the original Dyson Airwrap – has the new version ironed out the kinks? | Sali Hughes on beauty
The original was pricey and ineffective. It’s still exorbitant but the personally programmable upgrade is a major improvement I’m frequently out of step with the beauty community, never more so than on the release of the original Dyson Airwrap hot-air…
www.theguardian.com
November 29, 2024 at 8:09 AM
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ec.europa.eu
🟠 Tonight, we shine in orange—for every woman silenced, for every girl living in fear.

We join #OrangeTheWorld to demand an end to violence against women and girls.

Let’s build a world where safety, equality, and dignity are rights for all.
The image depicts the Berlaymont building, the headquarters of the European Commission in Brussels, illuminated in vibrant orange. This striking display is part of the Orange the World campaign, a global initiative to raise awareness and call for an end to violence against women and girls.
November 24, 2024 at 7:33 PM
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derekmcarthur.bsky.social
It's not just Edinburgh – Glasgow has its fair share of uni toffs too

My column for @heraldscotland.bsky.social this week is about my experience of derision and condescension as a working-class arts student in Glasgow. www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2474...
It's not just Edinburgh – Glasgow has its fair share of uni toffs too
From the Russell Group’s Glasgow University to the well-renowned Glasgow School of Art, there is no respite from the Saltburn-esque toffs.
www.heraldscotland.com
November 21, 2024 at 6:05 PM
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🙄 Anything wrong with/easier than a Moka pot though? 🤷🏽‍♀️
November 21, 2024 at 7:23 PM
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euromovescotland.bsky.social
Get your tickets for our next exclusive online event bringing together two of Scotland’s most prominent European advocates David Martin and @AlynSmith.bsky.social

Despite their different political backgrounds they share a hope for Scotland's European future.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/common-gro...
November 19, 2024 at 9:56 PM
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nytimes.com
Breaking News: Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy protection after a series of setbacks, including a blocked merger with JetBlue.
Spirit Airlines Files for Bankruptcy
The low-fare carrier has struggled to find its footing after its planned merger with JetBlue was blocked by a federal judge.
www.nytimes.com
November 18, 2024 at 10:34 AM
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ec.europa.eu
Today is International Students’ Day 📚

We aim to ensure the best education and training for our citizens. We also provide plenty of opportunities for students.

Whether that’s through Erasmus+, Erasmus Mundus, or EURAXESS, the possibilities are endless! ➡️ europa.eu/!TMdgUy
"A man stands in a celebratory pose in front of a wall with Greek writing and an emblem, holding a rolled-up diploma tied with a blue ribbon in one hand raised above his head. He is smiling joyfully and holding two large bouquets of colorful flowers in the other hand. He is dressed in a black shirt and light-colored pants, and the setting appears to be an academic or ceremonial hall."
November 17, 2024 at 2:15 PM
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‘Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses…’ New York, you were a dream ❤️🗽🏙️✈️🌎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇸✌🏽
November 15, 2024 at 4:53 PM