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We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.

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Ten years. 25 languages. One festival. Our Director of Literature, Rachel Stevens, shares what a decade of BBC Contains Strong Language has taught us about #poetry, connection and crossing borders: tinyurl.com/yc2ubpxz 📸 Ralph Taiwo - University of Salford/Brave Day.
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Press play as @SelectorRadio turns 25 - the anniversary archive is full of music worth hearing! Explore the anniversary celebrations: tinyurl.com/ykfzrp9w
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DJs Sian Eleri and Jamz Supernova.

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It has been the first stop for emerging and underground artists long before they hit the mainstream, and the bridge connecting UK talent with international audiences and the industry figures who shape careers.
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Launched to give contemporary UK music a platform to be heard around the world, Selector now reaches millions of listeners every week, online and on broadcast radio, across the globe.
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📸 Newly discovered music from Amy Winehouse 📸 Sian Eleri with former host Jamz Supernova 📸 Andrew Weatherall, who's behind a vintage Selector mix 📸 DJ Goldierocks as Selector host in the 2010s.
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Are you a final year international student or recent graduate from a UK university? Join #StudyUK’s free online course from 2 November to get advice and guidance on how to make the most of your UK education. Sign up today: tinyurl.com/ydeaejyh
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The way people greet each other, say thank you or express how they feel can be full of little unwritten rules. Learning them is a great way to understand not just the language, but the culture behind it. Swipe through to discover what some classic British phrases really mean.
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Nelson Mandela said: "Sport has the power to change the world." We took a look at why the pitch, the ring and the track may be doing more for social cohesion than any policy paper, and what it takes to make goodwill last. Explore what we found: britishcouncil.org/voices-ma….
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Would you watch a film if you knew AI had been used to help make it? We asked 2,001 young people across the UK that question, and the answers reveal a far more nuanced picture than "for" or "against". Our Director of Film, Briony Hanson, explains what our new survey found.
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Are you ready? Erasmus+ funding opens this November for UK organisations in education, training, youth and sport. Subscribe to the Erasmus+ newsletter. Explore your options. Find an international partner. Start now: ow.ly/WnVm50ZtMJR #ErasmusPlusUK
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Voices is the British Council's online magazine. If you would like fresh perspectives on education and culture from around the world, direct to your inbox, sign up for our free e-newsletter today: britishcouncil.org/voices-ma…
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Harry Potter or Mr Bean? 🇬🇧 What really draws international students to study in the UK? Our latest survey found that over 83% say UK culture matters when choosing where to study abroad. We asked students in #Edinburgh which UK cultural experiences they love most. Watch 👀
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📚 Help us make history tomorrow! On 8 October, readers around the world are joining us and @Literacy_Trust to help set the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most people reading online in 12 hours. Register now: tinyurl.com/3drr9e6p #Take10GoesGlobal #Take10toRead
Two wooden bookshelves filled with variously coloured books, accompanied by a yellow note explaining 'schnellleser' means 'speedy reader' in German.

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Our World, Connected #podcast is a finalist in the prestigious 2026 Signal Awards Thought Leadership category! We're also in the running for the Signal Listener’s Choice Award, which is decided by you. If you love the show, please vote today: tinyurl.com/2pz3rutv
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Happy World Teachers' Day! 💛 If you could thank one teacher today, what would you thank them for? #WorldTeachersDay
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We're attempting a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title. Want to take part? The most people reading together, anywhere in the world. On 8 October, join us for Take 10 to Read. 10 minutes, one book, history made. Register today, search British Council Take 10. #Take10GoesGlobal
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Is reading the best. thing. ever? Our Chief Executive @McDonaldScott_ surely believes so. Reading can entertain you, teach you, excite you, challenge you... On 8 Oct, readers from around the world are joining us for Take 10 to Read – a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ attempt.
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Want to take part? Register here: bit.ly/take-10-gwr?utm_sourc… #Take10GoesGlobal
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UK Teachers: Erasmus+ funding can add some excitement to the new academic year! You could give your learners a chance to visit another European country, or boost your career development by training abroad. Find out more: ow.ly/kXBF50ZSJhj #ErasmusPlusUK
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Are you a practicing English language teacher or planning to start a career in ELT? Join our free online information session for the Trinity CertTESOL course! 📌 Register for the free info session: britishcouncil.ge/en/teach/c…
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