State to advise parents on screen time for under-fives
New government guidance on screen time for children under five will be published in April. The move follows research linking high use to poorer language development.
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Seeing sounds: How synaesthesia shapes a language expert's world
Speech pathologist Kim Elms shares how her auditory-visual synaesthesia, seeing sounds as shapes, unlocked an extraordinary talent for linguistics and led to a career working on Siri. Discover her unique sensory world.
American expat baffled by UK's many names for bread roll
An American expat in London shares his amazement at the UK's vast regional dialects, discovering over 20 different names for a simple bread roll. Discover the linguistic map of Britain.
Chalamet's Sweet Tribute to Jenner at Critics Choice Awards
Timothée Chalamet publicly thanked girlfriend Kylie Jenner in a heartfelt speech at the Critics' Choice Awards. A body language expert analyses their 'authentic' connection. Read more.
Chevy Chase's racist slur meltdown led to Community firing
New documentary reveals Chevy Chase's on-set meltdown and firing from Community after using the N-word and refusing to apologise to co-star Yvette Nicole Brown. Read the full story.
How the Guardian's Style Guide Tackles Modern Language
The Guardian's style guide editors detail their 2023 rulings on terms from 'Twixmas' to AI and Arabic names. Discover how they balance tradition with evolving English. Share your thoughts with the readers' editor.
Ukrainian refugee leaves college over Russian study pressure
A Ukrainian refugee in Stoke-on-Trent was forced to drop out of sixth-form after teachers urged her to study Russian. She calls the request 'insensitive' and akin to discrimination. Read her full story.
Is the AI investment bubble about to burst?
Sky News analysis reveals why the maths behind the AI boom may no longer add up. Experts warn of dire economic consequences if the bubble bursts. Read the full report.
Analysts Warn of AI Bubble as Spending Outpaces Profits
Sky News analysis reveals growing fears of an AI investment bubble. Experts highlight three critical pressure points that could burst it, questioning if the maths behind the trillion-dollar boom still adds up.
Analysts Warn of AI Bubble as Spending Outpaces Profits
Sky News analysis reveals why the maths behind the AI investment boom may no longer add up. Experts warn of three critical pressure points that could burst the multi-trillion dollar bubble.
German struggle with 'How are you?' explained
German journalist Carolin Würfel explores why a simple greeting causes national anxiety, linking it to history, language, and a fear of superficiality. Discover the cultural roots and the hope in younger generations.
Trump's Anti-Immigrant Language Echoes Past Extremist Rhetoric
Donald Trump's latest anti-immigrant speech uses language reminiscent of historical extremist texts, sparking widespread condemnation and raising fears of escalating violence.
Sea Phrases in Everyday English: A Linguistic Voyage
Explore the surprising nautical origins of common English phrases like 'by and large' and 'three sheets to the wind'. Discover how the language of the sea washed ashore. Read the full analysis.
Grindr's 2025 Gay Dictionary: Top Slang Terms Revealed
Grindr's 2025 Wrapped unveils the year's top slang, including the viral phrase 'turning 19 in Poland'. Discover its meaning and how queer language evolves and goes mainstream.
The words you've been saying wrong all year
A new study reveals the most commonly mispronounced words and names of 2025, from celebrities to viral trends. Discover the correct way to say them.
1899 recording of lost Tasmanian language rediscovered
A rare 1899 wax cylinder recording of Palawa woman Fanny Cochrane Smith singing in a lost Tasmanian Aboriginal language has been preserved. Listen to this vital piece of cultural heritage.
Scientists create 'boyfriend exam' to test relationship success
Academics have created an intelligence test linked to being a good boyfriend. Find out what makes a 'catch' and try the three-question exam yourself.
Boy with rare genetic condition finds joy in adaptive skateboarding
Lloyd Pinn, 8, with a severe disability, learns to skateboard using a custom frame in Melbourne. His story highlights true inclusion and accessible sport for all children.
Tasmania's lost Aboriginal language revived after 150 years
After a 30-year labour of love, the Palawa people of Tasmania have resurrected their lost language, palawa kani. Today, children are born hearing its sounds for the first time in 150 years.
Australian choir sings in ancient Indigenous Gumbaynggirr
A community choir in Coffs Harbour performs 'Black Smoke' in the Gumbaynggirr language, a powerful act of cultural preservation. Discover how music is reviving Australia's First Nations heritage.
NSW's First Aboriginal Bilingual School Revives Language
The Gumbaynggirr Giingana Freedom School is resurrecting a critically endangered Indigenous language. Discover how this pioneering educational model is transforming lives and culture.
First Aboriginal Bilingual School in NSW Thrives
Discover how the Gumbaynggirr Giingana Freedom School is revitalising language and culture, with student attendance soaring above the national average. Read the inspiring story of its community.
HSBC signs AI deal with French startup Mistral
HSBC has signed a deal with French AI firm Mistral to deploy its large language models across the bank, aiming to boost efficiency and internal tool development. Read more.
New Guardian series explores Indigenous language revival
The Guardian's Indigenous affairs team launches 'Speaking to Country', a four-part multimedia series examining how Indigenous communities are revitalising endangered languages across Australia.
Cornish Language Granted Equal Status to Welsh and Gaelic
The Cornish language, Kernewek, has been submitted for the highest level of protection under the European Charter. Discover how this historic move will impact education, law, and culture in Cornwall.
Gomeroi woman's journey to revive Indigenous language
Ella Archibald-Binge travels to her grandfather's country in NSW to explore how language, culture, and country intersect for Gomeroi people reclaiming their heritage.
Poetry jailbreaks AI safety in 62% of models
Italian researchers discover AI safety features bypassed through poetry. 62% of tested models provided harmful content when prompted with verse. Learn how this vulnerability affects AI security.
Bringing Indigenous Australian Languages Back
Discover how Australian communities are fighting to revive Indigenous languages pushed to the brink after colonisation. Listen to the Full Story podcast to learn more.
Tom Stoppard's New Play Premieres in London
Discover Tom Stoppard's brilliant new play exploring language and identity. Experience the master playwright's latest intellectual comedy in London's West End.
Minority languages fight digital extinction
How Europe's minority tongues like Irish and Catalan are facing the digital future, with rappers Kneecap leading a surprising revival. Discover why language diversity matters.
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