Brexit customs costs UK economy £140bn, data shows
Official analysis reveals the UK economy is £140bn smaller due to post-Brexit customs arrangements. Explore the full impact on trade and living standards.
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1899 Recording Reveals Lost Tasmanian Aboriginal Language
A rare 1899 wax cylinder recording of Palawa woman Fanny Cochrane Smith singing has resurfaced, offering a precious glimpse into a lost Tasmanian Aboriginal language. Listen to this vital cultural heritage.
Coffs Harbour choir sings in ancient Gumbaynggirr language
A community choir in Coffs Harbour performs 'Black Smoke' in the ancient Gumbaynggirr language, a powerful act of cultural preservation. Watch the moving video and learn about this linguistic revival.
Woolworths anti-theft gates anger Melbourne shoppers
Woolworths faces backlash after installing rotating anti-theft barriers at a Melbourne store. Critics slam the move as discriminatory, while others defend it as a necessity. Read the full story.
Cornish Language Awarded Highest Level of Protection
The 'critically endangered' Cornish language is set for the highest level of protection, potentially allowing its use in courts. Discover the revival of Kernewek.
Automated record-sealing could transform Florida's workforce
Erica Averion argues automated clean-slate laws could help Florida's 6.2 million with criminal records escape exploitative temp work and find permanent employment. Join the call for reform.
Fare dodgers cost TfL £130m annually on Tube
Fare evasion costs London's transport network £130m a year. Discover the political crackdown and new barrier plans to tackle the issue. Read the full story.
Study: Gen Z Finds Racist Slurs Most Offensive
New research reveals Gen Z ranks racist, sexist, and homophobic slurs as most offensive, while traditional swear words lose their sting. Discover how language taboos are shifting.
Gen Z's Slang Revolution: Decoding Britain's New Vocabulary
From 'huzzah' to 'delulu', discover how Gen Z is reshaping the English language and why these new words reveal more about our changing society than you might think.
AI's 'Good Vibes' Analysis Crowns Rizz Word of 2023
Oxford University reveals how AI analysis of 'good vibes' and emotional language led to 'rizz' becoming 2023's Word of the Year, marking a technological shift in linguistic recognition.
Border Patrol Spanish use sparks California debate
A US Border Patrol agent's use of Spanish during a vehicle inspection in California has ignited debate about language and immigration enforcement practices.
Benefits System Language Creates Claimant Anxiety
Exploring the psychological toll of navigating the UK's benefits system and how its alienating language exacerbates claimant anxiety while creating unnecessary barriers to essential support.
Schools spend £540m on English language support
UK schools are allocating over half a billion pounds yearly to support pupils who don't speak English as their first language, with some areas seeing two-thirds of students requiring language assistance.
Bangor University reveals minority languages' surprising survival
Bangor University researchers uncover remarkable survival and evolution of minority languages across the UK and beyond, challenging assumptions about linguistic diversity in the digital age.
Irish overtakes English as Galway's main language
The coastal city of Galway witnesses an unprecedented cultural transformation as Irish becomes the predominant language, marking a significant milestone in language preservation efforts.
Karen Gillan: Financial barriers block working-class actors
Scottish actress Karen Gillan speaks out about the financial hurdles preventing talented individuals from working-class backgrounds from pursuing acting careers in today's entertainment industry.
Why Teaching Children Proper English Matters
An urgent call to preserve traditional English language and manners in an era of declining standards. Discover why teaching children to speak like gentlemen isn't elitist - it's essential for their future success.
AP replaces 'pregnant women' with 'pregnant people'
The Associated Press makes controversial changes to its influential style guide, replacing gender-specific terms like 'pregnant women' with inclusive language like 'pregnant people', sparking debate across media and political circles.
Barriers Review: Birmingham Rep's Gripping Social Drama
Birmingham Rep's powerful new production 'Barriers' delivers a raw, thought-provoking examination of contemporary British society, exploring the invisible walls that separate us through compelling storytelling and innovative staging.
Teen Slang Decoded: The Truth About 'Six' and 'Seven'
New research reveals how young people are using numerical slang like 'six' and 'seven' to navigate social situations and express emotions. Experts explain what parents need to know about this linguistic evolution.
Black Men's Mental Health: The Silent Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how systemic barriers and cultural stigma are creating a mental health emergency for Black men in the UK, with alarming consequences for wellbeing and community health.
Westpac tightens savings rules for younger customers
Major Australian bank Westpac introduces stricter conditions for younger customers seeking competitive savings rates, requiring regular deposits and balance growth to qualify.
Visa rules block foreign students from English A-Levels
Exclusive investigation reveals how strict visa requirements are preventing foreign students from studying English language at A-Level, creating an unexpected barrier for non-native speakers.
Migrants required to learn English in UK policy shift
The UK government announces mandatory English language requirements for migrants as part of a sweeping new integration strategy aimed at strengthening community cohesion.
Krone halts US exports over hidden tariffs
German agricultural machinery manufacturer Krone suspends all US exports, blaming complex 'hidden tariffs' that make American market unprofitable despite strong demand.
The Most Common Word in the World Revealed
New linguistic research reveals the most commonly used word worldwide, challenging assumptions about language and human communication patterns across cultures.
American baffled by 3 British phrases
An American expat living in Britain has gone viral after sharing three common UK expressions that continue to baffle him, highlighting the ongoing cultural divide between the two nations.
Brexit's Steel Crisis: UK Industry Collapsing
The UK's steel sector faces an existential crisis as post-Brexit trade barriers and energy costs create the perfect storm, leaving communities and jobs hanging in the balance.
EU bans vegan sausage rolls in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland businesses face new EU regulations banning plant-based products using 'meat-related' names like 'vegan sausage rolls' in latest post-Brexit trade controversy.
Brexit blocks vegan sausage rolls in Northern Ireland
The Northern Ireland Protocol creates unexpected trade barriers, leaving popular plant-based products stranded due to complex new regulations.
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