Charles T. Metcalfe, who as acting Governor-General had introduced major reforms in India that included an Act on the freedom of press, was born on this day in Calcutta ...

George Orwell was the most influential British writer since 1945. Many of his neologisms – such as ‘Big Brother’, ‘Thought ...

According to Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, he’s back in the billionaires club. The controversial rapper’s net worth was ...

While most students were off school Monday, an Sign Language Academy group was working hard, raking leaves and cleaning Lorraine Cordova's backyard. This event is part of an annual school tradition, ...

Far-right political strategist Steve Bannon is fed up with Elon Musk. Bannon promised to oust the tech billionaire from President-elect Donald Trump’s orbit in a new interview with the Italian ...

As officials try to determine the cause of a wildfire that has burned an estimated 7,000 structures in and around Altadena, investigators keep returning to one place: an electrical transmission ...

An anti-Irish campaigner behind a car leaflet campaign says he “despises” the language and plans more protests. The head of Protestants Against Gaelic Language (PAGL) wants to protest against ...

Eton Institute, international language training specialists headquartered in the UAE, has launched a new application titled ‘Catch the Phrase’ which will allow language enthusiasts around the ...

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The UK is currently facing a spike in flu cases; some NHS Trusts have even declared critical incidents due to “exceptionally high demands.” As a result, some NHS bosses have asked people with ...