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Secret meanings behind your bouquet flowers
Discover the secret meanings behind popular flowers and how your bouquet choice reflects your personality and emotions.
French A-Level overtakes physics in popularity shift
French has surged past physics in A-Level popularity, reflecting a growing trend among UK students to prioritise modern languages over traditional sciences.
A-Level French and Physics decline as Chinese rises
Recent data reveals a significant drop in A-Level entries for French and Physics, while Chinese language studies experience a notable rise among UK students.
The last speaker of a dying language lives in isolation
A heartbreaking story of isolation as the last fluent speaker of a language faces the erasure of his culture and identity.
Prince Andrew's foul-mouthed rant caught on camera
Prince Andrew was filmed using explicit language at a high-profile royal gathering, sparking controversy and raising eyebrows among attendees.
Paris targets English signs near Eiffel Tower
Paris authorities are enforcing strict language rules around the Eiffel Tower, targeting businesses using English signage to attract tourists. Discover how this impacts visitors and local commerce.
Ngũgĩ & Forna on language and decolonisation
Renowned authors Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o and Aminatta Forna discuss the power of language in decolonisation and cultural identity at a recent literary event.
Vet reveals how cats show they trust you
A vet shares the subtle but telling behaviour that shows your feline friend truly trusts you – and it might surprise you!
Jennifer Aniston on Courteney Cox: 'Our Love Language Is Boring'
Jennifer Aniston surprises fans with candid revelations about her friendship with Courteney Cox, calling their bond 'boring' in the sweetest way possible.
Bomb scare over gardener's Welsh accent misunderstanding
A gardener's harmless remark about planting 'bombs' (Welsh for flower bulbs) sparked a bomb scare due to his thick Welsh accent. Read how this linguistic mix-up led to a full-scale police response.
BBC flags classic sitcoms for 'discriminatory language'
The BBC has issued content warnings on classic sitcoms like 'Fawlty Towers' and 'Only Fools and Horses,' flagging 'discriminatory language'—a move that has reignited debates over censorship and historical context in comedy.
British accents dying out due to TikTok influence
A new study warns that regional UK accents are fading as children adopt American phrases from social media and streaming platforms like TikTok and Netflix.
Shopkeeper forced to remove 'scumbag' sign for thieves
A shopkeeper in the UK was ordered to take down a blunt sign calling shoplifters 'scumbags' after police deemed it 'offensive'. The incident has sparked debate over free speech and crime prevention.
Great Barrier Reef spared UNESCO 'in danger' listing
Despite calls to list Australia's Great Barrier Reef as 'in danger', UNESCO has opted against it—though urgent climate action remains critical to its survival.
Spanish royals use sign language at palace reception
Spain's Queen Letizia and her daughters, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía, showcased their sign language skills during a touching reception at Marivent Palace in Majorca, bridging the gap with the deaf community.
Cricket's unique language: A linguistic deep dive
Explore the fascinating and often bewildering lexicon of cricket, from 'googlies' to 'chin music', and discover how the sport's unique vocabulary enriches its culture.
The surprising origins of human language revealed
Discover how Madeleine Beekman's new book, 'The Origin of Language,' uncovers the unexpected history of human speech and its evolutionary roots.
Great Barrier Reef's worst bleaching event recorded
Australia's Great Barrier Reef faces unprecedented coral bleaching due to rising ocean temperatures, with scientists warning of irreversible damage to the world's largest reef system.
Aussie TikToker Discovers 'Eisteddfod' Is Uniquely Australian
A viral TikTok video reveals that the word 'eisteddfod' is almost exclusively used in Australia, leaving locals baffled and sparking a linguistic debate.
Princess of Wales Shares BSL Video for Deaf Community
The Princess of Wales has shown her support for the deaf community by sharing a video in British Sign Language, highlighting her commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.
Great Barrier Reef's coral loss worst in decades
Australia's Great Barrier Reef has experienced its most significant annual coral loss since the 1980s following a devastating bleaching event, raising urgent environmental concerns.
Great Barrier Reef's worst bleaching recorded in 2024
New data reveals the Great Barrier Reef experienced its most widespread and severe coral bleaching event in 2024, raising urgent concerns for marine ecosystems.
Great Barrier Reef's worst-ever bleaching event recorded
New data reveals the Great Barrier Reef experienced its most severe and widespread coral bleaching event in 2024, raising urgent concerns for marine ecosystems.
Mind-Bending Ambigrams: Words That Flip
Discover the fascinating world of ambigrams—words that read the same upside down or from different angles. A visual and linguistic puzzle that will leave you amazed!
What your sleep position reveals about your personality
Discover how your favourite sleeping position might unveil hidden traits about your personality, according to psychology experts.
Beckhams' united front amid split rumours
The Beckhams have been spotted together in Miami, seemingly dispelling rumours of a split, but body language experts suggest all may not be as it seems.
Peptide Cream Nightmare: How It Destroyed My Skin
One woman shares her shocking experience with a viral peptide cream that left her skin damaged and inflamed. Learn what went wrong and how to protect your skin barrier.
ITV adds trigger warnings to classic Minder episodes
ITV has introduced trigger warnings to episodes of the 1980s hit show 'Minder' due to concerns over outdated language and stereotypes, sparking debate among fans.
5 outdated phrases that age boomers instantly
Discover the cringe-worthy phrases baby boomers still use that instantly date them – and learn modern alternatives to sound fresher.
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