Trump signs executive order making English the official language of the U.S.
In the nearly 250-year history of the United States, English had never been designated as the nation's official language.
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Beloved professor Ed "Mr. Wake Forest" Wilson turns 100
Ed Wilson, beloved emeritus professor and pro
Prepone That! Your Accent Is Funny! Readers Share Their ESL Stories
Gripes and genius moments from readers about learning English as a second language
Where Does The Term 'Gubernatorial' Come From?
Saturday is the final gubernatorial election of 2019. It got us wondering why we use the term "gubernatorial" in the first place. Hint: It goes back to Latin.
Brunch Query: What Does It Really Mean To 'Go Dutch'?
On this week's Word Watch, we take a look at how the term "going Dutch" went from insult to the norm.
Ready For A Linguistic Controversy? Say 'Mmhmm'
Mmhmm is a small word that's often used unconsciously. But it can actually tell us a lot about language, bias and the trans-Atlantic slave trade.
With Spanish Classes, Vet Schools Aim To Break Down Barriers With Farmworkers
Because many farmworkers speak Spanish, veterinarian schools are pushing to open the lines of communication and ensure accurate medical care by producing more bilingual graduates.
Research Shows Spanish Speakers Take Longer To Learn English. Why?
A recent study emphasizes what researchers have noted for years: As children, Spanish-speaking English learners take longer to become proficient than nearly any other group. Here are theories why.
France's Brittany Sees New Wave Of Brits Post-Brexit
The village of Gourec, in Brittany, has long been home to British expats. With the prospect of Brexit, even more Britons are flocking there to secure French citizenship and retain EU privileges.
'Racial Impostor Syndrome': Here Are Your Stories
We got more than 100 letters from our listeners about how y'all feel like fakes. Here are some of our favorites.