September 2, 2026
A tribunal has told India that placing the Indus Waters Treaty "in abeyance" does not relieve it of its obligations — because abeyance is not a status the treaty contains. A column on states inventing categories to escape commitments, and what happens when somebody checks.
LONDON: Do you feel a deep connection with a celebrity or influence you’ve never met? That’s the essence of “parasocial,” which Cambridge Dictionary has named its Word of the Year for 2025, reflecting a growing cultural fascination with one-sided relationships. The epithet, which dates back to the 1950s, describes the bond one feels with public figures one does not know personally. Lexicographers report that interest in parasocial interactions has increased this year, particularly as artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into everyday life. The Cambridge Dictionary noted that the choice is partly linked to the global phenomenon of Taylor Swift fandom,
The actor enters Tokyo, learning the language and rediscovering purpose through his new film Hikari LONDON: Actor Brendan Fraser immersed himself in Japanese culture and language for his comedy role Rental family. Directed and written by director Hikari, the film sees Fraser play Phillip, an American actor who traveled to Tokyo to star in a toothpaste commercial and ended up staying. Seven years later, job opportunities are scarce and Phillip’s life lacks purpose. But things take a turn when he is booked by a professional stand-in service that uses actors to portray family members, friends and partners. Initially hesitant, Phillip
July 13, 2025
India Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during the celebrations to mark the 75th anniversary of independence in the Red Fortress in New Delhi. – AFP/file The insistence of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national adoption of Hindi, the main language of northern India, has drawn the rage of certain states, which has seen it as a move that would eliminate their cultural heritage. In linguistically different India, the imposition of Hindi has always caused tensions between states and the central government. High profile quarrels have recently erupted over Modi’s push for Hindi’s national adoption, the language of its
April 18, 2025
King Charles, Camilla who departed from the Royal Maundy service to Durham Cathedral on April 17, 2025, in Durham, Britain. Anthony Devlin/Pool via Reuters The displacement of Queen Camilla’s body language has become a hot theme with expert Darren Stanton. On behalf of Betfair sockets He became honest for the intense contrast to the queen and the signs of King Charles, while watching the Royal Maundy service on Thursday at the Durham Cathedral. For those who have not reversed, the Maundy service is a ceremony held Thursday before Easter and is a day when the monarch distributes special coins to
March 2, 2025
A young American citizen holds a US flag during a naturalization ceremony. – Reuters/file Movement aims at consistency in the country characterized by immigration. Organizations have flexibility in offering help in other languages. Nearly 68 million people speak a language except English. Washington: President Donald Trump has defined English as an official language of the United States, saying he will be consistent in a country characterized by immigration from around the world. The White House has published a Trump executive that says it is “a long time” that English is declared in the official language of the nation. “A nationally
March 2, 2025
Listen to the article President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that defines English as an official language of the United States, a move that could have a significant impact on federal services and organizations receiving state funding. The directive, signed on Saturday, allows these instruments to choose whether to continue to provide services and documents in languages other than English. This marks a shift from the previous mandate under former President Bill Clinton, which required government agencies to provide language assistance to non -English speakers. The executive mandate, according to the White House, aims to rationalize communication and
Pakkay Dost, the puppet of loved ones known for their enchanting narrative and emphasis on Urdu’s language, is excited to announce their collaboration with Connecthear, as stated in their press release. This collaboration will make Pakkay Dost accessible to the community with hearing problems by integrating the interpretation of sign language. Created by the famous musician Bilal Maqsood, Pakkay Dost has become a cornerstone for quality children’s entertainment in Pakistan. The living graphics and narrative narratives of the demonstration have gathered wide recognition, promoting a love for Urdu and enriching the lives of countless young spectators. Connecthear, the leading pioneer
Pakkay DostThe puppet of loved children who are known for his charming narrative and emphasis on Urdu’s language is excited to announce their collaboration with Connecthear, as stated in their press release. This collaboration will do Pakkay Dost Accessible to the community with hearing problems by integrating the interpretation of sign language. Created by the famous musician Bilal Maqsood, Pakkay Dost It has become a cornerstone for quality children’s entertainment in Pakistan. The living graphics and narrative narratives of the demonstration have gathered wide recognition, promoting a love for Urdu and enriching the lives of countless young spectators. Connecthear, the
July 25, 2024
Parisians guide tourists ahead of 2024 Olympics. —Reuters As France’s hosting of the Olympics approaches, Parisians have instructed tourists to use certain words and phrases as they tour the country. According CNN, saying “bonjour” (hello) in French is an essential step that boosts the person’s impression. This tip was given by a former American expat who lived there. “If you’re going to France and you don’t start all your interactions with ‘bonjour,’ you might wake up a little rude,” says Elisabeth Guenette, who regularly shares language tips and cultural insights from teaching in both France and the U.S. with her
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