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Translators love language in all its forms and have a high appreciation for its quirks. This knowledge inspired Tomedes to seek out some of the most interesting and quirky place names that the world has to offer.

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There are so many conferences out there that sometimes it gets hard to keep track, that's where we come in! This page displays a chronological list of translation events.

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As the festive season approaches, we take a look at some of the essential tools of the translation industry �' the things that every translator should have.

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With contributions by industry experts in all manner of sectors, the TED website is an excellent source of advice and tips on a wide range of subjects. Here we select three TED talks to help you market yourself.

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Learning a new language is tough. Unique grammar, foreign slang, bizarre cultural connotations... these elements make translation a subtle art. And to top it all off, some words aren�'t just difficult to translate, they�'re virtually impossible to!

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As Bitcoin�'s use around the planet grows, here we look at some of the pros and cons of accepting payment in Bitcoin for translation work.

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Being a freelance translator means dealing with a variety of employers. Some will be clear communicators who are easy to work with, while others will be more difficult. Follow these tips in order to get the best out of every employer.

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The US tradition of Black Friday got us thinking about other shopping days and events around the world. We went on a search for some of the globe�'s best and most interesting shopping experiences.

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Why on earth is Filipino spelled with an �'F�' when there�'s a �'Ph�' in Philippines? Human life is full of mystery.

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�'Now the whole earth had one language and the same words,�' begins the story of the Tower of Babel in Genesis 11. The immense feat of building a tower �'with its top in the heavens�' seemed feasible to a people united by the power of a common language.