Learning a second language has so many benefits that it’s hard to count them all. The chances of earning money with languages in business, companies and the public sector are also increasing. Speaking another language “pays off” for your brain...
The University of Alaska Southeast (UAS) plans to offer free language classes for Tlingit (or Lingít), Haida, and Tsimshian this fall. The non-credit classes are intended to help revitalize these Alaska native languages, which are endangered due to assimilation programs....
Stephen Hawking was a larger-than-life figure, studded with superlatives for his incredible contributions to the field of theoretical physics. But Hawking was perhaps just as well known for something else: he was severely disabled by a degenerative illness known as...
French government workers are banned from using certain English gaming terms. Government officials, including teachers, must now use French terms like “jeu video de competition” for “eSport” and “joueur-animateur en direct” for “streamer” according to reporting from The Guardian. The...
In a diverse and globalized world, many organizations provide additional compensation to employees who have the skills to communicate with clients and partners in more than one language. This pay incentive for a specific skill – in this case a...
Movie stars have the Oscars and musicians have the Grammys – but linguists have the Linguapax Award. The non-governmental group Linguapax International recognizes individuals and groups working to promote the preservation of linguistic diversity, language revitalization, and multilingualism. Promoting multilingualism...
In the aftermath of Covid, there has been increasing talk of a ‘lost generation’ of children, whose education, nutrition, and well-being were severely damaged by two years of coronavirus, with potentially lifelong, irreversible effects. But is it alarmist to suggest...
“Pardon, could you please repeat that, I don’t quite understand?” How many times have you said or thought this while on call, in meetings, or directly communicating with a stranger or your boss as a foreigner? So sad. But wait…...
New research from the University of the West of England suggests that mushrooms may use a 50-word language to communicate with each other. Andrew Adamatzky, director of the Unconventional Computing Laboratory at the University of the West of England and...
Medical interpreting is an exciting career with an expanding future. As medicine continues to solve diverse health challenges faster and better, medical interpreters get a front-row seat to the action. Helping people communicate about their health is rewarding too. Exchanging...
Canadian lawmakers are working to protect the Mi’kmaw language. On April 7, The Mi’kmaw Language Act was introduced which will formally recognize Mi’kmaw as the first language of Nova Scotia. This legislation also creates a committee to help revitalize the...
A few weeks ago, legendary actor Bruce Willis announced that he’ll be taking a step back from acting due to health concerns, including a diagnosis of aphasia. Ever heard of aphasia? You’re not alone. In this article, we’ll break down...
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