Jonathan Del Prado

With "The Platform 2" set to hit screens this October, the buzz around dystopian thrillers is reaching fever pitch. The original Spanish satirical sci-fi masterpiece captivated audiences worldwide with its brutal take on survival and social inequality. Now, as fans eagerly await the sequel, there's no better time to explore

"What's your sign?" might seem like a cheesy pickup line in English, but in Russian, it's everyday small talk. Surprised? In Russia, star signs and астрология (astrology) are part of daily chats, TV shows, and even job interviews. Yep, you read that right - your zodiac sign might come up

Ever heard someone ask "Di che segno sei?" and instantly scratched your head because you have absolutely zero idea what they are talking about? Relax. They're just curious about your zodiac sign! Now, you could stumble through an English reply, but why not impress them with an Italian answer? In

Ever heard someone ask "Qual é o seu signo?" and found yourself completely lost, wondering what on earth they're talking about? Don't worry! They're simply asking about your signo or sign in Portuguese. You see, astrology or astrologia is quite popular in Brazil and Portugal, often popping up in casual

Ever wonder how some people learn English so fast? Well, I've got a secret to share. When I was a kid in the Philippines, I learned English by watching TV shows with my dad. And you know what? Those long TV sessions actually worked! Today, I want to tell you

Thinking about learning Japanese? When I got the news that I'd been chosen as a company ambassador for a three-month tour in Japan, excitement quickly gave way to panic. While my colleagues buried their noses in Japanese language books, I found myself drawn to a different teacher: Studio Ghibli. These

Ever been to a new country and didn't know what to say? That's what happened to me in Germany. I went there for a work trip and was scared about talking to new people in the German language. Then I had an idea – why not chat about zodiac signs? The

Have you ever watched a foreign film and marveled at how the subtitles capture not just the words, but the essence of what's being said? Or perhaps you've listened to a podcast and wondered how the transcript manages to convey every 'um' and 'ah' so precisely? As we celebrate International

Ever found yourself in a foreign country, staring at a sign, and realizing you have absolutely zero idea what it says? Or tried ordering food in a local diner, only to be met with a "huh?" plus raised eyebrows? If yes, then you can consider yourself an actual jet-setter. As