Magazine zone: English reading articles for B1 and B2 learners

Knowing how to read and write is a very important factor in most people's lives. But some people never learn these skills. How can we make sure that everybody gets the opportunity to become literate?

Did you know that there's a World Emoji Day? Well, there is ... and it's on July 17!  

Every summer, music lovers get excited about the UK's biggest music festival! Find out all about it in this article.

Every year, on the first Sunday in May, World Laughter Day celebrates the positive effect that deep laughter can have on us all.

May 1 is International Workers' Day. On this day, people in many countries around the world celebrate workers' achievements and march in the streets demanding fair pay and better working conditions.

The British Council is celebrating its 90th birthday! Find out more about the British Council, what we do and how we're marking the anniversary.

The COP29 UN Climate Change Conference is taking place 11–22 November 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event brings together country leaders, experts and environmental campaigners to take urgent action against climate change.

What do you know about the history and symbols of the Olympic Games? Read the article to find out about this globally renowned sports event.

Many Europeans see the Eurovision Song Contest as the best show on Earth. And now, the rest of the world is starting to discover it too. What is so special about this annual song competition?

One of the world's most important inventions was 'born' in March 1989 and celebrated its 30th birthday in 2019. Read the article to find out what it is.