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Image created by Chat GPT UK says Falkland Islands 'definitely ours' after Argentina banner The UK government has said "the World Cup might not be ours, but the Falkland Islands definitely are ," after Argentina players celebrated their victory over England by waving a banner in support of their country's territorial claim.Speaking after England's 2-1 semi-final defeat in Atlanta, Downing Street said Sir Keir Starmer wished both Argentina and Spain "well for the final, especially Spain". Argentina face the prospect of disciplinary action from Fifa. The banner held by some of their players read "Las Malvinas son Argentinas", which translates as "The Falklands are Argentine". The Falkland Islands are a British overseas territory in the south-west Atlantic Ocean. They remain the subject of a sovereignty dispute between Britain and Argentina, with the two countries waging a brief but bitter war over the territory in 1982....

World Cup Controversy - Before the 2010 World Cup, some people weren't happy that Spanish players were reported to get €600,000 each if they ended up   winn ing the championship. The country was suffering after the great financial crash but nobody seemed to mind when Spain were crowned the winners. However, Spain got off to a terrible start when they were defeated by Switzerland - Did Spain get too big for  their football boots? , and many pointed the finger at Iker Casilla's partner - Girlfriend gets blame for defeat . England had thought, as they always do, that they would lift the trophy - Arrogant English - will they ever learn?   and most Scots supported Anyone But England - Come on USA, Algeria and Slovenia - ABE! Scotland played the World Champions a few months later - Come on Scotland!!! ; it wasn't as easy a win as Spain had assumed - Scotland 2 Spain 3 Boo-hoo! I didn't post anything related when Spain won the World Cup but I did when they went out in...

Image created with Chat GPT Do the Quizlet to see how many of the twenty random e-words you know:    Now look at some of the following q-words within a tweet. Click on some links (you don't have to explore every single one). You can respond to the tweets in X/Twitter if you like.  QUIET 2/2 ... their dogs' mess. The square is full of litter. I wonder if she would say something to the culprits. I always feed birds away from people but even so, I can't be left in peace. As I asked the señora, is there not anything more important in the world to worry about? pic.twitter.com/D9uvp3c7ky — Upgrade your English (@madteacher72) June 30, 2019 QUOTE crawl: https://t.co/PzXsDJx1iB quote (v,n) - citar, cita - presupuesto I got a few quotes before deciding who to get to do the job. in quotes - entre comillas Read and comment on some of these quotes: https://t.co/j3LwAfuHob pic.twitter.com/TERlWIE0Tn — Upgrade your English (@madteacher72) March 10, 2022 QUIZ The seven Who Wants to b...

Pope begins Spain visit with praise for country's opposition to war and support for migrants Pope Leo XIV has started his official visit to Spain by praising its government's opposition to wars as well as its support for migrants. Speaking at a reception with King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia at the royal palace in Madrid, Pope Leo spoke of Spain's "active commitment to peace and solidarity among peoples". Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has clashed with US President Donald Trump over Iran, and with Israel over the war in Gaza and the Pope hailed Spain's "faithful adherence to international law and multilateralism". During his seven-day visit, Pope Leo will meet victims who experienced sexual abuse within the Catholic Church, as well as groups that look after the welfare of migrants. Immigration is a divisive issue in Spain, and the Pope's focus on the issue during his tour could be seen as support for the socialist prime minister. He will also deliv...

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KIND OF  is a common English expression with multiple uses. It can indicate a category , soften a statement, or be used colloquially to mean somewhat or a little bit . It's also used as a way to express uncertainty or hesitation .  🌞 Categorization : It can be used to identify something as belonging to a specific group or type.  🦅 A bald eagle is a kind of bird .  🌞 Softening statements: In more casual conversation, kind of can be used to make a statement less direct or assertive .  🐝Instead of saying I'm busy , one might say, I'm kind of busy . 🌞 Somewhat or A little bit: When used as an adverb, kind of often means somewhat or a little bit.  🫩 I'm kind of tired means I'm a little bit tired .  🌞 Hesitation/Uncertainty: It can also be used to express uncertainty or a lack of full conviction about something.  🌞 Colloquial usage: In informal spoken English, kind of is often shortened to kinda . 🎷 What kind of music do you like? (catego...

UNDER-PRESSURE STARMER'S NEW U-TURN Compulsory digital IDs are on the cards U-turn Literal meaning: On the road, a U-turn is when a vehicle turns 180 degrees and goes back in the opposite direction . Figurative meaning: In everyday English, it describes a complete change of opinion, policy, or plan , often in politics, business, or personal decisions. 🌞 The government made a U-turn on tax policy after public protests. → They completely reversed their decision. To be on the cards (UK English; in US English: to be in the cards) Meaning: Something that is likely to happen, possible, or expected . Origin: Comes from the idea of fortune-telling with cards (like tarot or playing cards). If something is on the cards, it’s foretold or destined. 🌞 A promotion could be on the cards for her this year. → A promotion is likely or expected. Have you ever made a U-turn in your life — changed your mind completely about something? What happened? Can you think of a famous U-turn? What h...