Today’s Word of the Day is: “courtesy” (n.) Transcription: [ˈkɜː.tə.si] Russian Translation: вежливость, учтивость, любезность Definition: polite behaviour, or a polite action or remark Example: He didn’t even have the courtesy to call and say he couldn’t come. Synonyms: politeness, good manners, civility
Author Serhii Plokhy wins his second award This year’s winner of the Pushkin House Book Prize is Serhii Plokhy, whose book, “Chernobyl: History of a Tragedy” was announced at a ceremony in London on Wednesday. This was the second time Plokhy has won the award. The Pushkin House Book Prize is unique (особенный) in the…
Ways to Save Yourself From Burning out Do some job crafting! Another effective remedy (способ) is to take more control of your workday and be more purposeful in designing it to the extent you can. Focus on the times when you have more energy and plan to do high-value work at those times, saving the…