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.
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.
The 'critically endangered' Cornish language is set for the highest level of protection, potentially allowing its use in courts. Discover the revival of Kernewek.
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.
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.
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.
A US Border Patrol agent's use of Spanish during a vehicle inspection in California has ignited debate about language and immigration enforcement practices.
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 researchers uncover remarkable survival and evolution of minority languages across the UK and beyond, challenging assumptions about linguistic diversity in the digital age.
The coastal city of Galway witnesses an unprecedented cultural transformation as Irish becomes the predominant language, marking a significant milestone in language preservation efforts.
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.
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.
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 UK government announces mandatory English language requirements for migrants as part of a sweeping new integration strategy aimed at strengthening community cohesion.
New linguistic research reveals the most commonly used word worldwide, challenging assumptions about language and human communication patterns across cultures.
Hospital bosses have been ridiculed for controversial new maternity unit terminology that replaces 'women' with 'people' and 'breastfeeding' with 'chestfeeding' in what critics call 'virtue-signalling nonsense'.
New research explores whether a cheeky pint could actually boost your foreign language skills, challenging conventional wisdom about alcohol's effects on cognitive performance.
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.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel faced an uncomfortable silence at the Emmy Awards after a politically charged joke about Donald Trump's legal troubles failed to resonate with the celebrity audience.
Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk issues a stark warning from London, branding cancel culture a form of 'liberal assassination' that threatens free speech and democratic values in the UK and beyond.
Channel 4's hit show SAS: Who Dares Wins has sparked controversy after adding a new trigger warning for 'distressing' interrogation scenes. Critics slam the move as excessive and 'woke', while the broadcaster defends it as duty of care.
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches a powerful defence of British liberties, pledging a new law to protect free speech from cancel culture and 'phantom' hate incidents in a major stand for fundamental values.
Huntington Beach residents are in revolt against controversial city council proposals that locals claim will ruin the city's world-famous beaches and dismantle its community spirit. The so-called 'woke' agenda includes removing the iconic concrete lifegua
In a fiery rally speech, Donald Trump branded Tom Hanks 'woke' and a Democratic pawn, escalating his culture war rhetoric and drawing widespread criticism for targeting the beloved actor.
UK parents are left confused and concerned as the classic children's game 'What's the Time, Mr Wolf?' undergoes a bizarre rebrand to 'Ms Switch', with many blaming 'woke' culture for the puzzling change.
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