Alcohol and Language Learning: Surprising Research Findings
New research explores whether a cheeky pint could actually boost your foreign language skills, challenging conventional wisdom about alcohol's effects on cognitive performance.
New research explores whether a cheeky pint could actually boost your foreign language skills, challenging conventional wisdom about alcohol's effects on cognitive performance.
Golf superstar Rory McIlroy issues swift apology after being filmed using homophobic language during wild Ryder Cup victory party with teammates.
Bisexual AFL footballer Mitch Brown speaks out about his private discussion with Izak Rankine following the Adelaide Crow's homophobic slur incident, revealing why he believes 'he's not a bad person' in this Sports Confidential exclusive.
A gay couple was violently assaulted in Boston, Massachusetts, in a suspected homophobic attack. The assailants used anti-LGBTQ+ slurs during the assault, leaving one victim requiring surgery.
A new study reveals a dramatic generational shift in Finland, with young people increasingly snubbing Finnish literature for English-language books, raising concerns about cultural identity.
Berliners have overwhelmingly voted to make English an official language alongside German, in a historic referendum aimed at boosting international business and simplifying life for expats.
A radical proposal from a Prague councillor suggests making English an official language alongside Czech. Discover the controversial plan aimed at boosting the economy and international appeal, sparking a fierce debate on national identity.
Tensions flared between Indian and Pakistani diplomats at a Dubai cultural forum during a heated debate on the ownership and promotion of the Urdu language, highlighting ongoing geopolitical rivalries.
Prominent SEN sports broadcaster Andrew Webster has resigned following a failed on-air stunt involving homophobic abuse, sparking industry-wide condemnation and internal review.
Exclusive: Nine Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following the discovery of a vile WhatsApp group containing racist, homophobic, and misogynistic messages, in a major blow to the force's integrity.
Emmerdale viewers were left heartbroken and apologetic after Matty Barton faced a terrifying homophobic attack in prison, in one of the soap's most powerful and hard-hitting episodes to date.
Veteran broadcaster Hugh Riminton faces intense scrutiny after a serious on-air mispronunciation during Channel Ten's AFL coverage of the Adelaide Crows vs. Collingwood Magpies match, forcing the network into a swift apology.
A leading UK charity instructs its members to abandon traditional terms like 'mother' and 'father' in favour of gender-neutral alternatives like 'parent who has given birth' and 'non-birthing parent', sparking a fierce national debate on language and ideo
Former President Donald Trump's White House reportedly banned staff from speaking Spanish, a move condemned by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson as an attack on diversity and inclusion.
An AFL spectator has been slapped with a massive 10-year ban after being found guilty of shouting a homophobic slur at former Richmond premiership player Marlion Pickett, just days after the Izak Rankine racism suspension.
The education community is in mourning after a respected headmistress, targeted by a vicious homophobic campaign, was found dead just hours before the new school term.
AFL fans face fierce backlash after booing North Melbourne star Jy Simpkin, who was subjected to a homophobic slur. TV commentators and the football community express outrage over the disgraceful incident.
In a stunning political U-turn, hard-right Polish MP Krzysztof Klos steps down from his homophobic party after a whirlwind romance with Italian intersex model and reality TV star Valentina 'Eva' D'Ettore, sparking a major scandal in Warsaw.
The heart-wrenching suicide note of a lesbian headmistress, Ruth Perry, has been revealed, detailing the relentless homophobic abuse that led her to take her own life. A harrowing story of bullying and its tragic consequences in the education sector.
Adelaide Crows star Izak Rankine has been suspended for four matches by the AFL after using a homophobic slur against an opponent. The player has issued a public apology.
Adelaide Crows forward Izak Rankine speaks publicly for the first time following his four-match AFL ban for using a homophobic slur during a match, expressing deep remorse and commitment to education.
Devastated community mourns the loss of a respected school principal who jumped from a cliff after suffering homophobic abuse. A story of a hidden torment and a call to action against bullying.
Adelaide Crows midfielder Izak Rankine breaks silence after receiving a four-match ban for using a homophobic slur during the Showdown clash against Port Adelaide.
Rap icon Snoop Dogg addresses controversy surrounding his homophobic remarks about Disney's Lightyear film, defending his right to free speech while facing widespread criticism.
Former President Donald Trump pledges to mandate English as the sole official language of the United States if re-elected, targeting citizenship tests and government services in a move critics call divisive.
Reality star Adam Frisby opens up about the horrific torrent of homophobic abuse he and his fiancé Jamie Corbett received after sharing their joyful surrogacy news, being falsely labelled as 'child abusers'.
Adelaide Crows forward Izak Rankine reveals he received homophobic slurs from opposition players, exposing the toxic culture still present in Australian Rules Football.
Port Adelaide delists key forward Jeremy Finlayson following his homophobic slur during a match, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the premiership player.