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To bridge gap between writers and publishers, Tamil Nadu trains literary agents

CIBF trains literary agents to bridge gap between writers and publishers. 20-25 people chosen for first batch of training to represent Tamil writers, pitch books, understand copyright laws, and negotiate. Ival Bharathi, writer/publisher, has started own literary agency to represent Tamil authors and bring books to international stage. Next step:…

Aberdeen University to continue to offer joint language degrees amid backlash

Aberdeen University to continue to offer joint language degrees amid backlash

THE University of Aberdeen announced on Tuesday that it would continue to offer joint degree programmes in modern languages, yet the future of…

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Scottish university provides update on languages programme amid cuts row

Scottish university provides update on languages programme amid cuts row

The University of Aberdeen has said it “will continue to teach and value languages”, ahead of a rally to “defend” modern language courses…

The National (Scotland)

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Folk music stars join protests over plans to axe Gaelic at Aberdeen University

‘Staggering act of cultural vandalism’ is part of proposals to cut degree courses in modern languages

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How Can the Biden Administration Immediately Support Dual Language Learners?

UnidosUS published a document with a series of policy recommendations for the nearly 7.5 million children learning two languages at the same time

AICTE to regulate BBA, BCA; curriculum being vetted

AICTE to regulate UG courses like BBA, BCA from 2024-25; easing career advancement for working professionals, introducing textbooks in regional languages, granting autonomy to polytechnic colleges and permitting industry collaborations for issuing degrees.

Move away from colonial mindset, encourage use of Bharatiya languages, NCERT says

Govt. acknowledges India & Bharat as interchangeable names in Constitution; NCERT to use both in textbooks. CPI MP Santhosh Kumar says India vs Bharat debate is artificially created to divide people; Govt. intent on dividing country exposed.

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Linguistics Study Reveals Link Between Loudness Of A Language And Region Temperature

Linguistics Study Reveals Link Between Loudness Of A Language And Region Temperature

"Languages in warmer regions are louder than those in colder regions," a linguist at Kiel University said.

Instagram Threads search now supports 'all languages' in most recent update

Instagram Threads search now supports 'all languages' in most recent update

According to TechCrunch that will make the app, now used by nearly 100 million people per month, more useful to a broader, global audience. The news also comes on the heels of reports that Threads is nearing an EU launch. Read further on Dynamite News:

Google’s ChatGPT competitor is delayed — here’s why that’s a good thing for Gemini

Google’s ChatGPT competitor is delayed — here’s why that’s a good thing for Gemini

Google delayed the release of its next-generation Gemini AI model so that it can improve support for multiple languages.

Thousands sign petition in bid to save languages degrees at Scottish university

Thousands sign petition in bid to save languages degrees at Scottish university

THOUSANDS of people have signed a petition in a bid to save modern languages degrees at a Scottish university.

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'Cultural vandalism': Inside the plan to cut Gaelic at the University of Aberdeen

'Cultural vandalism': Inside the plan to cut Gaelic at the University of Aberdeen

THE University of Aberdeen is planning major cutbacks to its modern languages department, risking its potential closure and the end of honours…

The National (Scotland)

Reversing language decline ‘crucial’ for an independent Scotland in EU

Reversing language decline ‘crucial’ for an independent Scotland in EU

REVERSING the rapid decline of Scots learning modern languages is “crucial” if Scotland wishes to become an independent nation within the EU,…

The National (Scotland)

Oxford University Unveils Its 2023 Word Of The Year, With Term Popular Among Gen Z As The Winner

Oxford University Unveils Its 2023 Word Of The Year, With Term Popular Among Gen Z As The Winner

Do you have "rizz"? It's become Oxford's 2023 word of the year.

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India turns to AI to capture its 121 languages

ChatGPT is trained primarily on English. Google’s Bard is limited to English. Governments and startups are trying to bridge this gap.

‘Sparsh Bharati’ - a new guide for visually impaired persons

Prof. Chakravarthy dev. Bharati script for visually challenged, tested in Delhi schools. Feedback positive; script named Sparsh Bharati. Combines phonetics, lines, dots for 65K combinations. 3D printed plastic boards most effective. Students suggest smaller script, sighted to help blind in class. Prof. lacks manpower to promote script.

Windows Central

Should you use Notepad or Notepad++ on Windows 11?

In this guide, I'll dive into the differences between Notepad and Notepad++ to help you decide which note-taking app is the right one for you on Windows 11.

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Scottish university faces backlash over proposed changes to languages degrees

MEMBERS of the Aberdeen University Scottish Nationalist Association (AUSNA) have written to the Scottish Education Secretary as the institution…

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‘We should be proud’ of Scotland's languages as new bill launched

THE Education Secretary said it was important to “be proud” of Scotland’s national languages, as the Scottish Languages Bill was introduced…

The Conversation

Ghana's shea industry is not taking care of the women behind its growth

Ghana’s shea industry has a rich history. Shea – nkuto, karite, galam in some west African languages – is deeply embedded in the culture and tradition of the country’s northern regions. It is often considered a woman’s crop – women pick the fruit and extract its “butter” – and has…

I can travel anywhere thanks to this iOS 17.2 Action Button update

With just your Action Button, you can translate languages in just a few seconds.

Dragon's Dogma 2 has a fascinating take on fantasy languages in RPGs, and I did not expect the Metal Gear Solid 5 vibes

Only this time, we won't have to kidnap people to translate for us

Gaddar’s last movie, ‘Ukku Satyagraham’, to hit screen in five languages in mid-December

Gaddar's last movie, "Ukku Satyagraham", to be released in 5 languages inc. Russian. Director/writer/producer P. Satyareddy says Gaddar wrote 4 songs, dubbed & acted in 2, sang 1. Lyricists Suddala Ashok & Gorati Venkanna also contributed. Movie documents movement against proposed privatisation of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant.

Telugu version of names of places in Chennai

V. Sriram has come to disbelieve folklore accounts of Chennai/Madras and localities within the metropolis. He has been asked why he ignores Telugu versions of the city's history. He admits he cannot read, write, or speak Telugu, but agrees there is a treasure trove of history in Indian languages. He…

BJP says Karnataka government advertisements in Telangana media ‘violative of rules’

BJP accuses Congress of violating Representation of the People Act & Model Code of Conduct by publishing ads in Telangana media ahead of Assembly election. Union Minister Bhupender Yadav and former Union Minister Prakash Javadekar urge EC to take action. Sudhanshu Trivedi and Om Pathak ask Congress if ads were…

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