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.
Three tourists have died and one is missing after a huge wave swept them from a natural pool in Tenerife. Emergency services continue search efforts.
A natural disaster has been declared in parts of NSW as bushfires destroy homes. Over 300 firefighters battle blazes. Get the latest updates and safety information.
A natural disaster is declared in NSW after bushfires destroy at least 16 homes. Prime Minister Albanese warns of a 'difficult' summer as crews brace for strong winds.
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.
A century-old beauty ritual from 1925, involving therapeutic mud baths, is experiencing a modern revival. Discover the surprising history and renewed appeal of this natural treatment.
Cyclone Ditwah has killed over 400 in Sri Lanka, devastating homes. As families face the emotional and physical toll, India and Pakistan send helicopters and cargo planes to assist with rescue and recovery.
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.
Two London women are stranded without food or water in Sri Lanka's tea mountains after Cyclone Ditwah-triggered landslides. Their daughter criticises the UK Foreign Office's lack of evacuation plan. Read more.
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.
Catastrophic flooding in Indonesia forces over a million to flee. The death toll rises amid widespread destruction. Learn about the crisis and relief efforts.
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.
Residents of Sri Lanka's east coast describe the terror of Cyclone Ditwah, which killed 14 and displaced thousands. Read their harrowing stories and the ongoing recovery efforts.
Scientists identify everyday foods that could mimic GLP-1 hormone effects for weight management. Discover the natural alternatives and expert insights.
The Met Office issues an amber warning for south Wales, with up to 120mm of rain threatening severe flooding, travel disruption, and power cuts. Residents urged to prepare.
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.
Catastrophic flooding and landslides across Southeast Asia have killed over 1,000 people. Rescue teams are in a desperate race against time to find survivors. Follow the latest developments here.
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.
Tropical cyclones and monsoon rains have triggered catastrophic flooding across South-East Asia, claiming nearly 1,000 lives and displacing hundreds of thousands. Read the full report on the devastation.
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.
Catastrophic flooding and landslides have claimed over 600 lives across Indonesia and Thailand, with Sri Lanka reporting 200+ cyclone deaths. Rescue efforts continue.
Cyclone Ditwah claims nearly 200 lives in Sri Lanka's deadliest natural disaster since 2017. Colombo submerged as international aid mobilises. Read the latest updates.