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.
Donald Trump's latest anti-immigrant speech uses language reminiscent of historical extremist texts, sparking widespread condemnation and raising fears of escalating violence.
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 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.
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.
Britain invests heavily in sport but treats funding as charity, not a catalyst for growth. Discover the shift needed towards sustainable clubs and unlocking £500m in unclaimed Gift Aid.
Insights from Singapore reveal China's AI surge through open-source models, challenging US market dominance and raising questions about Western investment strategies. Discover the global shift.
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.
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.
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 more prisoners were mistakenly released in a month, with two still at large. Get the latest on this ongoing prison system failure.
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.
The BBC's new reality show, The Marvellous Miniature Workshop, sees expert model-makers recreate poignant personal places in miniature. The result is a uniquely charming and deeply emotional half-hour of television, now on iPlayer.
The Gumbaynggirr Giingana Freedom School is resurrecting a critically endangered Indigenous language. Discover how this pioneering educational model is transforming lives and culture.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Discover Tom Stoppard's brilliant new play exploring language and identity. Experience the master playwright's latest intellectual comedy in London's West End.
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.
Discover fascinating cases of nominative determinism where people's names perfectly match their professions. From Dr Alright to Mr Mutton, these real-life examples will amaze you. Share your own findings!
New research from UK and Italian universities reveals AI's poor grasp of humour. Discover why large language models struggle with puns and cultural nuance. Read the full study.
UK universities are closing language departments as student demand plummets, despite Duolingo reporting young Brits are keen learners. Experts warn of a national crisis.
A 26-year-old woman is in critical condition after a man poured liquid on her and set her alight during an argument on a Chicago CTA Blue Line train. Police are hunting the suspect.
Discover how multilingual households maintain cultural heritage through language switching and why schools should embrace linguistic diversity in education. Read more about preserving identity.
Explore the clash between European, US, and centralised sports league models. Discover which hybrid system is attracting global investment and reshaping the future of sport. Read the analysis.
Former Icelandic PM warns native language faces extinction due to AI dominance and English media consumption. Urgent action needed to preserve linguistic heritage.
A proposed UK law empowers watchdogs to test AI models for child safety before release, as reports of AI-generated abuse material more than double. Learn how this aims to protect children.