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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.

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.

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.

Trump nominee withdraws amid racist text scandal

Donald Trump's nominee for a key White House role has withdrawn after explosive racist texts were uncovered, revealing shocking language and controversial views that prompted immediate backlash.

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.

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.

Finnish youth snub mother tongue for English books

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.

Berlin Votes To Make English An Official Language

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.

Prague Considers Making English an Official Language

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.

Racist Chants Halt Serbia vs England Euro 2024 Clash

UEFA has launched a formal investigation after England's Euro 2024 opener against Serbia was temporarily paused due to vile racist chanting from the stands in Gelsenkirchen, casting a dark shadow over the tournament.

Kane Demands UEFA Action Over Racist Abuse

England captain Harry Kane calls for UEFA to enforce strong punishments following reports of racist monkey chants aimed at Three Lions players during their Euro 2024 opener in Gelsenkirchen.

England hit with partial Wembley closure by UEFA

UEFA has ordered England to play their next home match against Andorra behind closed doors for one section of Wembley, following charges of fan disturbances and racist behaviour during the Hungary fixture.

Charity Erases 'Mother' and 'Father' in Woke Language Guide

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

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