When it comes to naming a hurricane, not every name has what it takes. Could a hurricane ever be named Mortimer, Nixon or ...

The English language has changed completely in the course of a thousand years, due to both historical events and language-internal processes. This course offers an introduction to the rich history of ...

President Donald Trump’s edict this past week declaring English as our official language is at odds with America's long traditions of meeting immigrants halfway in their heritage languages.

(THE CONVERSATION) English should be the official language of the United States, says an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on March 1, 2025. The move followed the Trump ...

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene introduced the English Language Unity Act to designate English as the official language of the U.S. The bill aligns with former President Trump's executive order on ...

This collection of interactive exercises uses Times resources to help young people find the news that matters to them, understand how it’s made, connect it to their lives — and make media of ...

English will be the main language you use socially and for study. If English is not your first language you will need to provide a recognised English language test or qualification. If you don't meet ...

This essay is for Mohara Gill, because she gave me the idea. Some years ago, critics worried that the novel was dying. The ...