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Find out all about UK contemporary culture by listening to our Trend UK series.

This material is recommended for intermediate and advanced learners.

Britons across the country speak English using different accents and different expressions. See if you can tell the differences!

Creative industries play a key role in the UK economy. Listen and find out what it's like to live and work as a young professional in the UK.

Eating out in restaurants or pubs has become increasingly popular in Britain. Find out more about the latest restaurant culture and the range of culinary styles Britons can choose from.

Are you after value for money when you're shopping for fashion; or fashion that's made with values? Listen and find out more.

Did you know that manners are all about a reduction of violence between people? If you don't believe it , have a listen to this.

New words and phrases are continually entering the English language. Listen to this Trend UK episode and find out if you are a screenager or even perhaps a splod!

Do you know that Britain has hundreds of silly and wonderful names for villages and towns? Get a British map and find out more from this article.

Are you thinking of volunteering for the 2008 Olympics? Listen to this programme about the millions of people who volunteer for sports events each year in the UK and the impact they have on individual athletes.

Are you a student living away from home? Do you find yourself living on a tight budget? Listen to these UK students and find out their top tips for saving money.

'Fish and chips' is not the only meal you can get in the UK. Find out more about five favourite traditional dishes from across the British Isles.

Do you know Britons eat 2.8 billion sandwiches per year? Find out the interesting and humorous history of the sandwich.

In the UK, there are many different names for mealtimes like breakfast, brunch, elevenses, lunch, tea, dinner and supper. Listen and find out what British people often have at various mealtimes.