1 in 5 UK children face speech and language issues
Record levels of child poverty, pandemic fallout, and screen time replacing real-world experiences are fuelling a national speech crisis. Education Secretary plans major SEND overhaul.
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King's Christmas Speech Calls for Compassion and Reconciliation
King Charles delivers a poignant Christmas message, honouring war veterans and community heroes while advocating for peace and forgiveness in a divided world. Read the full analysis.
King's 2025 Christmas Speech: Time, Channel & Details
King Charles will deliver his 2025 Christmas message at 3pm on BBC One, ITV & Sky. Find out how to watch, the location, and expected themes of the poignant address.
UK's Top 50 Fish & Chip Takeaways Named for 2025
The Fry Awards 2025 unveil Britain's best fish and chip takeaways and restaurants. Discover if your local chippy made the prestigious list. See the winners now!
Australia toughens hate speech laws post-Bondi attack
PM Anthony Albanese announces major reforms to Australia's hate speech legislation following the Bondi Beach terror attack. New offences and tougher penalties target antisemitism and incitement.
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.
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.
Sydney driver loses 'ILDUCE' plates over Mussolini link
A Sydney motorist claims his freedom of speech was infringed after being forced to surrender his 'ILDUCE' number plates, which authorities say reference fascist dictator Benito Mussolini. Read the full story.
Trump to sue BBC for billions over edited speech
Donald Trump announces legal action seeking up to $5 billion against BBC for edited Capitol speech. Corporation apologises but refuses compensation. Read the latest developments.
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.
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.
Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk meme
A Tennessee man faces jail time after creating a satirical meme about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a fierce debate about free speech rights and political expression in America.
Microsoft Azure Hit By Major Global Outage
Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure experienced widespread service disruptions, affecting businesses and users globally with login failures and connectivity issues.
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.
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.
Texas hit-and-run kills two after street fight
Shocking footage emerges of a Texas street fight that escalated into a fatal hit-and-run, leaving two dead and a community in mourning as police hunt for the driver.
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.
London council in Palestinian flag controversy
Hammersmith and Fulham Council faces backlash after confiscating Palestinian flags following complaints from alleged far-right groups, igniting fierce debate about free expression and community tensions.
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.
Vodafone Network Crash: UK-Wide Service Outage
Vodafone customers across the UK face major connectivity issues as widespread network outage disrupts mobile data, calls, and broadband services. Service restoration efforts underway.
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.
Judge quashes Koran burning conviction in free speech defence
A British judge has overturned the conviction of a man who burned a Koran, declaring the right to offend is fundamental to free speech in landmark case testing UK liberties.
Kneecap wins free speech case against UK terror charge
Belfast rap trio Kneecap triumphs in High Court appeal against controversial terror offence charge, in a major victory for artistic expression in Northern Ireland.
Tyrese Gibson's bank accounts frozen in Georgia tax row
Hollywood actor Tyrese Gibson reveals his bank accounts were frozen by Fulton County officials over alleged unpaid taxes, sparking outrage and concern about celebrity financial privacy.
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