Viral Video of Street-Vending Boy Speaking Multiple Languages Lands Him and His Siblings Free Tuition
This linguistic whiz kid is now reaping the rewards of his stunning ability to speak in at least 12 different languages.
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This Inuk Woman Is Teaching Her Indigenous Language Online to Help Others Reconnect With Inuit Culture
Coley-Sudlovenick has ten years experience teaching Inuktitut to anyone who wants to reconnect with their Inuk culture.
Two Scholars Reveal Incredible Insights Into Floridian Natives Through Long-Lost Language Translations
Timucua had a rather more active role in the translation of their language into Spanish than other native peoples.
89-year-old had to 'Speak Up' to Save Believed-Extinct Language of Indigenous People Who Revered Silence
It was only after retiring that Mr. Jaime realized, after going in search of one, that there were no other speakers of Chaná left.
America Has a Higher Percentage of Bilingual Citizens Than the French, Italians, or British
Visits to Milano, Paris, or Amsterdam may have given generations of Americans the wrong idea about Europeans' talent for languages.
One of Scotland's Last Master Kilt Tailors Creates Unique Online Course to Keep the Artform Alive
Called the Askival of Strathearn Kilt College, Foster's kilt tailoring program can be carried out online with weekly tutorials over Zoom
A 16th c. Scottish Plaid was Found in a Bog-Now Becomes Oldest Historical Tartan Available to Wear Today
A textile manufacturer in Scotland has recreated the oldest-known piece of Scottish tartan ever found, which was buried for centuries. Discovered approximately forty years ago in a peat bog, the Glen Affric Tartan underwent testing organized by The Scottish Tartans Authority last year to confirm it was the oldest surviving piece of tartan, dating back […]
Bison Herd New to Park Uncover Ancient Petroglyphs With Their Hooves Fulfilling Indigenous Prophecy
In just 8 months, the bisons' hooves uncovered something that 40 years of human archaeology couldn't—evidence of emotion.
Hospital Knits 'Mr. Rogers' Sweaters for All the Newborns in Honor of World Kindness Day
The hospital even invited Fred Rogers's widow to the facility to celebrate World Kindness Day and Cardigan Day with the newborns.
30 Years of Research Shows Sauna Bathing is Game-Changer for Longevity and Heart Disease
More than 30 years of research have culminated together to show an astonishing array of health benefits from frequent sauna usage.
World's Coolest Library Opens in China and It's Breathtaking
"The Eye of Benhai", a massive new library containing over 1.2 million books, has become a tourist hotspot for literary lovers all over the world.
Is This Heaven? No, It's Iowa: Yankees to Play White Sox on Actual 'Field of Dreams' Site
MLB is constructing a temporary stadium on the actual Iowa film set so the White Sox can face off against the Yankees on August 13th, 2020.
Photographers Spent Hours Putting Together These Inception-Inspired Pictures-and the Results Are Spectacular
It took a team of dedicated photographers hours of hard work in order to create these breathtaking images-and the results are spectacular.
Despite Language Barrier, Family Develops the Sweetest Connection With Japanese Neighbor
This American family never expected their simple gift of beer and chocolate would lead to such a sweet and lasting relationship with their neighbor.
Tom Hanks Becomes Mr. Rogers in Newly Released Trailer for 'A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood'
Moviegoers are gearing up to hit the theaters in November after Sony Pictures released this new trailer for a Fred Rogers biopic starring Tom Hanks.
Check Out the Joyous Photos of 100,000 Muslims Celebrating End of Fasting at Europe's Largest Eid Gathering
Since today marks the end of Ramadan's dawn-to-dusk fasting, thousands of Muslim families are gathering together to celebrate.
Sesame Street Debuts New Muppet Character Who Lives in a Foster Home
As a means of making foster kids feel a little less lonely, Sesame Street is debuting a new Muppet character named Karli.
TV Medical Dramas Are Donating All Their Gowns, Gloves, and Masks to Real Hospitals Fighting COVID-19
Television shows such as Grey's Anatomy, The Good Doctor, and The Resident are donating their film set medical supplies to real hospitals.
You Can Now Tour 2,500 World-Famous Museums From the Comfort of Your Own Sofa
Google Arts and Culture has partnered with more than 2,500 of the world's most famous museums and galleries to bring their art right to your doorstep.
These Stunning Images Show What 'Work' Means to Photographers Around the World
Whether it's shoveling salt or washing water lilies-these beautiful photo finalists show the diversity of meaningful work.
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