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When a man commissioned a strange structure to be built on behalf of a mysterious group, it left stone masons scratching their heads. Find out what was inscribed on it and why it was the subject of numerous conspiracy theories. In June 1979, a man using the pseudonym Robert C. Christian approached the Elberton Granite... Continue Reading →
The Voynich Manuscript has professional code breakers trying to decipher its meaning, filled as it is with exquisite illustrations and an unknown language. A book was once written that’s had everyone from cryptographers to professional code breakers scratching their heads in bemusement. Who wrote it, What does it mean, or even, what language is it... Continue Reading →
Here are five ways to help your international business contacts avoid misunderstandings that could cost you dearly. Assuming you’re a Briton, American or another native English speaker (NES), imagine you are holding a video conference with half a dozen proficient non-native English speakers (NNES), say some departmental managers of a manufacturing firm in Spain. Because... Continue Reading →
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