How to say a beautiful 'hello' - inspired by philosophy from non-English speaking cultures
English greetings reflect a culture of informality and politeness, often lacking genuine concern.
Halving violence against women is not enough | Brief letters
Setting targets like halving violence against women raises concerns about the remaining victims, suggesting a need for complete eradication instead.
I've lived in Catalonia for 8 years. There are 5 things tourists should know before traveling to this part of Spain.
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The Italian word bombolotto evokes a joyful, communal affection for cherubic children in Naples, emphasizing cultural norms around admiring and interacting with babies.
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How to say a beautiful 'hello' - inspired by philosophy from non-English speaking cultures
English greetings reflect a culture of informality and politeness, often lacking genuine concern.
Halving violence against women is not enough | Brief letters
Setting targets like halving violence against women raises concerns about the remaining victims, suggesting a need for complete eradication instead.
I've lived in Catalonia for 8 years. There are 5 things tourists should know before traveling to this part of Spain.
Catalonia has its own language, Catalan, as the main language outside Barcelona
Opinion | Yiddish Is a Language That's Thrillingly Alive
Yiddish remains a living language with significant speakers in America, especially in ultra-Orthodox communities, contrasting mainstream perceptions of its decline.
Babies Aren't Meant For Putting Down
The Italian word bombolotto evokes a joyful, communal affection for cherubic children in Naples, emphasizing cultural norms around admiring and interacting with babies.
Shein, semaglutide, and 8 other words people mispronounced the most in 2024
2024's most mispronounced words highlight the intersection of language with politics, culture, and fashion.
Suggested in the Stars by Yoko Tawada review a linguistic odyssey
Tawada's 'Suggested in the Stars' challenges readers' perceptions of reality through a playful exploration of language and identity in a globalized context.
Sarah Smarsh on Capturing the Richness of Working-Class America
Smarsh's literary influences shape her understanding of rural poverty and the complexities of language in storytelling.
Suggested in the Stars by Yoko Tawada review a linguistic odyssey
Tawada's 'Suggested in the Stars' challenges readers' perceptions of reality through a playful exploration of language and identity in a globalized context.
Sarah Smarsh on Capturing the Richness of Working-Class America
Smarsh's literary influences shape her understanding of rural poverty and the complexities of language in storytelling.
Clear language is crucial to maintaining political integrity, but its effectiveness is challenged in the current political climate.
Cavell and the Grammar of Politics
Cavell connects language and politics, arguing that the social contract is based on shared criteria rather than explicit agreements, enabling both acceptance and critique.
The Orwell Exception
Clear language is crucial to maintaining political integrity, but its effectiveness is challenged in the current political climate.
Cavell and the Grammar of Politics
Cavell connects language and politics, arguing that the social contract is based on shared criteria rather than explicit agreements, enabling both acceptance and critique.
In Gaza, Language Is All We Have Left | The Walrus
Journalism requires language stripped of opinion; however, the censorship of narratives regarding Palestine poses substantial challenges for journalists.
Umberto Eco's List of the 14 Common Features of Fascism
A core challenge for journalists today is maintaining accurate language as euphemisms dilute significant meanings in political discourse.
In Gaza, Language Is All We Have Left | The Walrus
Journalism requires language stripped of opinion; however, the censorship of narratives regarding Palestine poses substantial challenges for journalists.
Umberto Eco's List of the 14 Common Features of Fascism
A core challenge for journalists today is maintaining accurate language as euphemisms dilute significant meanings in political discourse.
"Reclaim or Let Go?": Isabelle Laurenzi reviews The Joy of Consent by Manon Garcia and The Feminist Killjoy Handbook by Sara Ahmed (Keywords: Desire; Feminism; Emancipation; Conceptual Engineering)
Words can be redefined to create spaces for alternative lives and challenge injustices.
You Don't Need Words to Think
The relationship between language and thought is complex, with some cognitive processes occurring independently of language.
You Weren't Born Yesterday, But These 27 Obvious But Often Unknown Facts Might Make You Feel Like You Were
Learning fun facts is an engaging hobby that stimulates curiosity and provides humorous revelations about everyday knowledge.
Learning Spanish: How to order a beer in Spain
In Spain, beer is the most widely consumed alcoholic beverage, and regional variations in ordering terms enrich the local experience.
Why Irish names are tongue-twisters for English speakers | Seamas O'Reilly
A new baby, Sadhbh, has entered the family, bringing joy and challenges around the pronunciation of her name.
The Threads Come Together: Interpretation, Language, Lists, Graphs, and Recursion | HackerNoon
Interpretation links language, recursion, and cognitive processes in AI, highlighting the depth of human-like interaction versus the limitations of early AI.
The Real Thing: witty and revealing battle of love and language
Stoppard's The Real Thing intricately explores love, infidelity, and language through clever meta-theatrical elements and nuanced character dynamics.
Opinion | What if I'm the Friend' Donald Trump Referred To?
Trump's oratory style, termed 'the weave,' reflects a complex method of connecting multiple ideas within a speech.
"Poem Never to Be Read Aloud"
Words often fall short of our experiences and desires, yet we strive to articulate them.
Non-Americans Shared Phrases That Americans Use That They Actually Love
Phrases like 'squeaky clean' and 'have a nice day' highlight the cultural nuances and emotional connections words can create.
Germany: Dictionary adds 3,000 new words including 'ChatGPT' DW 08/19/2024
Duden's latest edition adds 3,000 new words, reflecting changes from technological advances, cooking trends, and significant global events.
Here Are Some Hints To The Groups Confounding Millions Of NYT Connections Players Today
Puzzle games like NYT Connections combine addictive play with challenges in language and theme-based word grouping.
My First Travels Were Through Stories My Grandmother Told
Keeping a loved one's spirit alive through shared experiences and memories.