Callers to Washington state’s driver’s license agency who select automated service in Spanish have instead been hearing an AI voice speaking English with a strong Spanish accent.

Many people wonder whether the holy month should be called Ramzan or Ramadan. Both are correct. The difference comes from how the Arabic letter ḍād is pronounced in different languages, especially in ...

Maria Cassano, a professional editor, shares six simple writing rules that make someone sound smarter and much more credible.

Utah wants 70% of students in kindergarten through 3rd grade to read at their age level, but only about half do. Students in ...

Tom has a Master's degree in Journalism. His editorial work covers anything from archaeology and the environment to technology and culture. Tom has a Master's degree in Journalism. His editorial work ...

Choosing a baby name today is all about finding the perfect balance between tradition and modern style. Many parents are now leaning toward short, sleek names that feel fresh, global, and meaningful, ...

Think you know your ABCs? Think again! From the letter J (which showed up centuries late) to the silent K that once loved the sound of its own voice, the English alphabet is packed with quirky ...

The U.S. Department of Education has quietly rescinded a seminal 2015 “Dear Colleague” letter that outlined for schools and districts how they can comply with their legal obligations to serve English ...

A rumor that Liberian President Joseph Boakai wrote an open letter to the people of the U.S. offering to teach English to President Donald Trump circulated online in mid-2025. For example, the text ...

Explore the historical context of vowel symbols in British English, which were originally selected to represent an upper-class accent now deemed outdated. The video delves into how these symbols ...

Vancouver’s newest street name is set to be the city’s first officially named in an alphabet other than English: šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmasəm Street. The new name, which comes from the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ language of ...