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Bettina Hermoso Gómez

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University of Leeds. Profesora titular de español. Director of Routes into Languages Yorkshire & Humberside. Co-founder of the Language Journal. Interested in language education, authentic assessment and sociolinguistics. Boquerona ❤️.

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Is German aggressive and hard to learn? Professor Sascha Stollhans will be delivering an online workshop on 22 January, aimed @Key Stage 4/5. He will be looking at some myths about languages & explore the evidence to bust them!
To sign up: bit.ly/3Nwif1i
In collaboration with the Goethe-Institut UK.

12.01.2026 13:02 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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8. Belle époque (Fernando Trueba, 1992) (with Peter Watson)

My episode discussing Fernando Trueba’s Oscar winning film Belle Epoque has just come out on @matthewhilborn.bsky.social’s excellent Palomitas podcast; open.spotify.com/episode/6mzm... Do give it a listen, and subscribe, like and share with friends, colleagues and students interested in Spanish film

07.01.2026 18:50 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 2
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Ideas, collaboration and community in action.
We’re proud to share this thoughtful reflection from Professor Andrew Thorpe on how Leeds City of Languages demonstrated the real impact of partnership, respect, understanding and language learning. @lcsleeds.bsky.social #culture #languages

18.12.2025 08:50 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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#Languages and #cultures matter - to education, communities and regions.
This quote from Professor Emma Cayley captures why Leeds City of Languages is such a powerful civic initiative. @lcsleeds.bsky.social @emmacayley.bsky.social

16.12.2025 16:22 👍 8 🔁 7 💬 0 📌 0
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Leeds is a #global city - and language skills are central to that ambition.
We’re delighted to share this reflection from Karen Murgatroyd on why Leeds City of Languages plays a vital role in the city’s international outlook. @lcsleeds.bsky.social #languages

16.12.2025 17:38 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Gaelic and Scots now recognised as official languages The milestone is one of a number of new measures taking effect on St Andrew's Day from the Scottish Languages Act.

Gaelic and Scots now recognised as official languages

07.12.2025 12:01 👍 9 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
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Social media, not gaming, tied to rising attention problems in teens, new study finds A study of 8,000 children suggests social media, not screens in general, may be fuelling a rise in inattention.

A study of 8,000 children suggests social media, not screens in general, may be fuelling a rise in inattention.

08.12.2025 17:21 👍 12 🔁 6 💬 1 📌 0
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Saturday night choice of fun 🤩

06.12.2025 19:57 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Elecciones en Honduras: el empate técnico y la demora del recuento elevan la tensión política y social Las elecciones hondureñas de 2025 arrojan un empate técnico entre los candidatos Asfura y Nasralla. El conteo inconcluso, la presión de Trump y la desconfianza en las instituciones elevan la tensión política y social.

Las #EleccionesHonduras arrojan un empate técnico. El conteo inconcluso, la presión de Trump y la desconfianza en las instituciones elevan la tensión.

05.12.2025 18:30 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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One of those days hey!

03.12.2025 20:51 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 230 (Dr. Peter J. Watson  Colombian Futbol-1994 to the 2014)
Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast-Episode 230 (Dr. Peter J. Watson Colombian Futbol-1994 to the 2014) YouTube video by sp1873

In for a treat as the 230th episode of the podcast,🎙️ 'Soccernostalgia Talk Podcast’ is on You Tube now with an interview where Dr. Peter J. Watson @drpetewatson.bsky.social discusses the Colombian Futbol-1994 to the 2014 World Cup www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Cyx...

25.11.2025 18:56 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

Are you interested in Latin American football? Listen to this podcast where @drpetewatson.bsky.social discussed the cultural significance of Diego Maradona on the fifth anniversary of his death #football #Maradona #LatinAmericanFootball

25.11.2025 18:11 👍 2 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
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Leeds City of Languages is not finished yet! Last places left!! More information on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/pa...

22.11.2025 09:27 👍 3 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0

Join us on Friday: Towards a Sustainable Future for Languages in UK Education. Hybrid event. Sign up via: www.eventbrite.com/e/roundtable... @lcs_leeds

19.11.2025 11:45 👍 2 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
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Join us tomorrow at Luma trío concert!
Led by Chilean brothers Francisco & Oscar Carrasco, the quartet takes you on an exciting journey of the continent’s vibrant & diverse musical heritage, bringing together traditional &contemporary instruments with melodies &rhythms that tell their own stories.

18.11.2025 10:48 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
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Do you want to have a look at the talks available this week? For more info visit our website leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk @lcsleeds.bsky.social

17.11.2025 08:59 👍 5 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 1
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What’s on today? Have a look at out programme…plenty to choose from!! @lcsleeds.bsky.social

17.11.2025 09:00 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 1
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A very insightful article on the recent threats to UK modern languages:

www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/late...

Support the petitions to stop the closures at Leicester and Nottingham, to sign click here:

www.change.org/p/save-moder...

www.change.org/p/stop-the-r...

#languages #mfl

14.11.2025 09:13 👍 19 🔁 16 💬 0 📌 1
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The weekend is almost here and there’s plenty of activities to chose from! What will it be…a language taster, a concert, a language exchange? 😬
@lcsleeds.bsky.social #languages

13.11.2025 17:55 👍 8 🔁 7 💬 0 📌 0
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Discover the beauty and flow of Chinese calligraphy! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the art of brush and ink, explore traditional techniques, and create your own calligraphy piece to take home. No experience needed - all welcome!Free
Thursday 20th November at 2pm Parkinson B.08

11.11.2025 10:28 👍 5 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0
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How about trying a language taster for a new language? All of these will take place this week on campus! Which one will you choose!? #languages #mfl #leedscityoflanguages No need to book, just turn in!

11.11.2025 10:16 👍 6 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 1
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Have you had a look at our concerts? Free or pay as you feel, there’s something for everyone! Have a look!! leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk

11.11.2025 10:12 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 2
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The first day is now over but…more tomorrow!! What’s on your list for Tuesday? 🤔 #languages #leedscityoflanguages @lcsleeds.bsky.social

10.11.2025 20:25 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 1
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... we’re starting off strong, as there are even more events today. Check them out:
🔤 Talk: A is for Allegiance – British Library
🧑‍🏫 Webinar: Languages for All – School Collaborations
🧠 Webinar: UK Linguistics Olympiad Introduction
🇬🇷 Greek Language Taster
☕ Global Café at Common Ground

10.11.2025 14:57 👍 6 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
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We had a full room in our Leeds City of Languages Year Abroad Photo Exhibition Opening this morning! Thank you to everybody who joined us!

Join us for two packed weeks celebrating languages, culture & connection — with taster sessions, workshops, school events, and more across Leeds and campus.

10.11.2025 14:49 👍 10 🔁 5 💬 1 📌 0
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Leeds City of Languages starts tomorrow! Which sessions are you attending? @lcsleeds.bsky.social #languages #mfl #leedscityoflanguages

09.11.2025 17:58 👍 5 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0

Last few spaces to find out about the UK Linguistics Olympiad tomorrow at 7.30pm! You can book your ticket on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/intro...

09.11.2025 10:11 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Our next film in the SPLAS Film Club is Mamífera on November 19th at 5pm. This is a film in Catalan. No need to book, just join us on the day at Parkinson Building 1.08! In collaboration with Institut Ramon Llul @lcsleeds.bsky.social

06.11.2025 13:48 👍 1 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

Some of our activities have already **sold out!**
From creative workshops to cultural showcases, there’s something for everyone — but spaces are going fast!
👉 Visit our website to see what’s on and secure your spot:
leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk
@lcsleeds.bsky.social

06.11.2025 12:16 👍 3 🔁 5 💬 0 📌 0
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Have you heard about the UK Linguistics Olympics? The UK Linguistics Olympiad is a national language-analysis competition for students in KS2-KS5. Free to enter!
Want to know more? Sign up to our webinar: Monday 10th November at 7:30: Book here: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/intro...

04.11.2025 21:28 👍 5 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 1