A translation error has almost left Russian prisoners at a UK prison heading to the ‘execution yard’ for their daily exercise.
The error was found within an information booklet aimed at Russian-speaking prisoners serving time at Lincoln prison. A member of staff spotted the mistake at the proofing stage: where the outside area should have been […]

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With the advancement of video-calling in the last few years, including this year’s introduction of Apple’s FaceTime for the iPhone, we examine the benefits (and shortfalls) of both Tele- and Video-calling in the business world.
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Kwintessential are proud to announce their inclusion in the latest version of The Savvy Client’s Guide to Translation Agencies. Authored by John Yunker the guide offers great insight into the industry and the main players offering translation services.
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Go global with confidence

Your translation agency is your voice to the world. Select the right […]

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On […]

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