Business English Magazine

Business English Magazine is a bimonthly publication designed for Polish-speaking professionals, students, and entrepreneurs who want to master the language of global business. Each issue offers authentic articles about international markets, leadership, innovation, and culture — all written in English and supported by Polish explanations, vocabulary lists, and audio materials. Readers not only improve their language skills but also gain valuable business knowledge and cultural insight. Perfect for those who use English at work or plan an international career.

IS BRITAIN’S LOVE OF TEA OVER?

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WHEN WOMEN STOOD BETWEEN FASHION AND EXTINCTION1

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Could Degrowth1 Save the Planet? • For more than two centuries, economic success has been measured by a remarkably simple idea: produce more than last year. Now, some people are questioning whether that is best in the long run2 — the BEM Team investigates why.

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Iceland Says No To EU • The idea of Iceland joining the European Union has been a topic of discussion for several years. Nonetheless1, in a recent referendum, almost 53 percent of those who voted rejected the resumption2 of EU accession talks3 with Brussels. Jonathan Moore examines the reasoning behind this decision.

Pulling a Sickie1 — How Europe Is Tackling2 Employee Sick Leave3 • Be honest — have you ever phoned in sick4 with a hangover5 or phantom “bad back6?” Some employees think that a few days’ sick leave each year is a standard perk7, but employers8 are clamping down9. The BEM Team checks the latest absence policy.

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Deadly1 Flowers, Life-Saving Medicine • They’ve earned a fearsome reputation, but two of the world’s most toxic plants may hold the key to more efficacious2 medical treatments. Step into the lab with BEM’s Jonathan Sidor to see how scientists are unlocking these flowers’ remarkable chemistry.

Can Tech Stand1 the Heat? • It's been another scorching2 summer with record highs, but it's not just people who have been feeling the heat. Many essential technologies have struggled to3 cope4. Can tech futureproof itself against5 a hotter world?

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Finding Your Voice • Speaking confidently in English does not require a perfect accent, an impressive vocabulary or complete freedom from nerves. From presentations and conferences to everyday meetings, Paul Martin explores how preparation, clarity and purposeful practice can help multilingual professionals find their voice1 - and make sure2 that others hear it.

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Resort Rage1 in Albania • In Albania, one ambitious development has ignited2 weeks of mass protests and reopened long-standing3 debates about corruption, conservation and who has the final say4 in the country's future. Pack your bags with BEM's Jonathan Sidor and see why a billionaire-backed resort is causing so much uproar5.

Greece: The Best Place to Retire1 in 2026 • Dreaming of retiring to somewhere sunny, affordable and full of history? According to one of the world's best-known rankings, Greece has climbed to the top in 2026. Join BEM's Jonathan Sidor to see why it's worth spending your golden years2 there.

Japan's Car Industry Stalls • Japan's once-dominant car producers are struggling to maintain pole position1 as more nimble2 rivals threaten to leave them behind. The BEM team traverses3 the bumpy road4 that lies ahead5.

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A World Cup Reality Check • The 2026 FIFA World Cup brought millions of football fans to the USA, but some of the most jaw-dropping1 moments had nothing to do with the matches. Nab2 your tickets as...