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By Rahul Rao Feb 8, 2021

Science

Learning a second language early might have ripple effects throughout your life

Research shows that adults who grow up bilingual hold onto certain cognitive skills.

By Benji Jones Aug 27, 2018

DIY

How to decode the secret language of birds

Learn to translate tweets.

By David Miller/The Conversation Jun 5, 2018

Science

It’s easier to convey anger in your second language

Our emotions shape which language we decide to use.

By Billy Cadden Feb 20, 2018

Gadgets

29 percent off gaming laptops and other deals happening today

Plus: major savings on Rosetta Stone and a Moto X smartphone.

By David Nield May 31, 2017

DIY

Learn a new language on your phone

Use your commute to pick up a foreign lingo.

By Kendra Pierre-Louis May 9, 2017

Science

The language you speak changes your perception of time

Time is relative

By Dave Gershgorn Apr 14, 2016

Technology

How Facebook Learns What Languages You Speak

And how you can change it

By Matt Giles Feb 26, 2016

DIY

How To Invent Sci-Fi Languages

And get paid for it, too

By Kelsey D. Atherton Dec 10, 2015

Military

The Air Force Wants A Universal Translator

Surveillance tech Star Trek would love

By Lydia Ramsey Feb 3, 2015

Science

Language Evolution May Depend On Population Size

More evidence that languages evolve like biological organisms

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Learning a second language early might have ripple effects throughout your life

How to decode the secret language of birds

It’s easier to convey anger in your second language

29 percent off gaming laptops and other deals happening today

Learn a new language on your phone

The language you speak changes your perception of time

How Facebook Learns What Languages You Speak

How To Invent Sci-Fi Languages

The Air Force Wants A Universal Translator

Language Evolution May Depend On Population Size