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  • Sarah Winnemucca - Sarah Winnemucca Hopkins (c. 1844 – October 17, 1891) was a Northern Paiute author, activist (lecturer) and educator (school organizer). Her maiden name is Winnemucca. Her Northern Paiute name was Thocmentony, also spelled Tocmetone, which translates as “Shell Flower.” At 27, Sarah began working in the Bureau of Indian Affairs at Fort McDermitt in 1871 as […]
  • Carol Chomsky, Linguist - Carol Chomsky was a prolific linguist and known for her research and development of childhood language and reading. She is considered a hero in the world of language and has earned a place in Women’s History! Carol Doris Schatz was born in Philadelphia on July 1, 1930. She married Noam Chomsky in 1949, the two […]
  • Ramadan 2023 -   Ramadan begins at Sunset on March 23, 2023. To all of our Muslim friends, we wish for you a blessed Ramadan. Ramadan (Arabic: رَمَضَان, romanized: Ramaḍān [ra.ma.dˤaːn]; is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting (sawm), prayer, reflection and community. A commemoration of Muhammad’s first […]
  • 5 Marketing Tips for Business Expansion - Marketing Tips for Business Expansion When expanding your business to new markets, it’s important to understand the cultural differences and adapt your marketing strategy accordingly. To ensure that your business expansion is successful, consider implementing the following marketing tips. Investing in marketing for the fastest-growing languages in the US can lead to significant business opportunities. […]
  • Spanish speaking population in the US - The Spanish-speaking population in the US is one of the fastest-growing and most influential demographics.  According to the US Census Bureau, there are over 62 million Hispanics living in the US, and this number is projected to continue growing. This presents a tremendous opportunity for businesses that are looking to expand their reach and tap […]
  • Holi festival 2023 - Happy Holi! Holi festival (also known as the Festival of Colours, the Festival of Spring, or the Festival of Love) is one of the most important holidays in Hinduism. The festival marks the beginning of spring while celebrating the love between the Hindu gods Radha and Krishna. Holi also signifies triumph of good over evil […]
  • Women’s History Month – Ellen Ochoa - March is women’s history Month and we would like to share and acknowledge some of the women who have changed history!  Ellen Ochoa was the first Hispanic woman in space beginning in 1993, when she spent 9 days on the space Shuttle Discovery. She logged nearly 1,000 hours in space over the course of 4 […]
  • Black Women Authors Book List - Today is the end of Black History Month and tomorrow begins Women’s History Month. We decided to celebrate both of these important  months by creating a list of Black Women authors we love and want to share with you. Pulitzer prize winners, Nobel Prize winners, and a first lady are on this list of works.  […]
  • Fat Tuesday. Shrove Tuesday. Carnivale. Mardi Gras. Pancake Day. - Fat Tuesday. Shrove Tuesday. Carnivale. Mardi Gras. Pancake Day. By: Heather Easterday The day goes by many names relative to the culture or country it is celebrated within, but they all refer to the day before Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. Lent is the 40 days of fasting practiced by Christians, Catholics, and Orthodox […]
  • President’s Day 2023 - Of the 45 persons who have served as presidents of the United States, at least half have displayed proficiency in speaking or writing a language other than English. Of these, only one, Martin Van Buren, learned English as his second language; his first language was Dutch. Four of the earliest presidents were multilingual, with John […]
  • The Rosetta Stone – World’s First Translation Ever? - The Rosetta Stone is one of the most iconic symbols of decipherment and translation in modern history. The Rosetta Stone is a gray granite stone found on July 19, 1799, by Napoleon’s troops during Napoleon Bonaparte’s Egyptian expedition. The Stone remained in French territory until it was taken by the British in 1801. The Rosetta […]
  • education books translation services 1 The 10 Translation Books Every Professional Translator Should Read - There are nearly 15,000 freelance translators in the United States alone. If you’re one of them, then you’ll need to continuously work on your craft to maintain a thriving career in this industry. One of the best ways to do that is by reading books written about the art of translation. We’ve included 10 of […]
  • lifetime What Happens When You Feed a Translation Program Complete Nonsense - Machine translation has never been better. As major tech companies like Meta continue investing in it, there’s every reason to believe that machine translation will only become increasingly accurate as time moves forward. But they’re still not perfect. And one cognitive scientist, Douglas Hofstadter, has devised a comical experiment to prove it. A Silly Experiment […]
  • 12 Hilarious Mistranslated English T-Shirts - Novelty T-shirts are one of the world’s favorite souvenirs. But if you’re visiting somewhere you don’t speak the language and want to buy one of them, you better be careful. Because as the designs below show, mistranslated t-shirts can be hilariously nonsensical. Here are 12 examples of mistranslated English t-shirts that are sure to get […]
  • How Non-English Political Misinformation Campaigns Could Shape Upcoming Elections - The phrase “fake news” came to prominence during the 2016 presidential elections when Donald Trump used it to describe his opposition’s criticisms. But the phrase isn’t just a talking point. During the run-up to the 2016 election and after it, platforms like Facebook, Youtube, and even TikTok were being bombarded with political posts that either […]
  • How to Translate Text From a Photo or Video on Your iPhone - An estimated 1 billion people use iPhones worldwide. This encompasses speakers of many different languages and travelers to all corners of the globe. If you have an iPhone and you’re in a foreign country, you may find yourself wanting to translate a menu, road sign, set of instructions, or something else. But you may not […]
  • Google Translate is No Longer Available in China – Here’s Why - It’s official – Google Translate is no longer available in Mainland China. That means if you’re an English speaker who plans on visiting the country soon, you’re going to need to find a new way to engage with the locals. This article will tell you why Google Translate has been canceled in Mainland China and […]
  • The Translation Confusion Surrounding King Charles New Title - When Queen Elizabeth passed in September, the entire world went into a period of mourning. She ruled for an astonishing 70 years and 214 days, making her the longest-ruling British monarch by a sizeable margin. Now that her son Charles has taken the throne, countries across the planet are having to figure out what they […]
  • google translate Experts Warn of the Risks of Machine Translation - A recent article in Slate highlighted some of the largely unspoken risks associated with the rise of machine translation tools. They cite experts who talk about how machine translation can still lead to disastrous situations if used in the wrong contexts. This article will highlight some of the concerns that experts have, talk about alternatives […]
  • google headquarters Google Search Will Start Translating Local Press Articles - At a recent event, Google announced that it will begin offering immediate translations of press articles from foreign countries. The update may have a larger impact on the world than initially appears. This article will tell you everything you need to know about Google Search’s upcoming change, including when to expect it. Keep reading to […]
  • How Close is AI to Dethroning Translation Companies - Artificial intelligence is one of the world’s most prevalent economic growth sectors. It’s a technology that can be applied to many different industries – from education and investing to self-driving cars and medicine. Some companies, like Meta, are also beginning to use AI to create more powerful translation bots. There’s even some talk that these […]
  • Best Translation Apps for Post-COVID Travel - COVID-19 disrupted plans for pretty much everyone. But now that the world is opening back up, you may be ready to get out there and go on an adventure in a foreign country. That would’ve been hard to do in the past if you didn’t speak the language. But nowadays, there are tons of great […]
  • Is Meta’s new AI translation tool as good as they say it is - Meta Translation ToolMeta is one of the largest technology companies in the world, with products in several different industries. It’s recently released a new AI translation tool that it says is better than anything on the market – by far. But is that really true? Or is it just another case of a company talking […]
  • First Disney Latino Musical, Encanto - THE FIRST LATINO MUSICAL PRODUCED BY DISNEY  IS  ‘ENCANTO.’ The producers’ approach to getting Colombia just right Finding a family-friendly movie during the holiday can be difficult for many reasons. Still, holiday movies always impact and eventually become a holiday memory to all. 2021 was a challenging year for most of us, including the entertainment […]
  • Brand Translation: Making Mistakes Can Cost More Than - Brand Translation: Making Mistakes Can Cost More Than “Translation is that which transforms everything so that nothing changes.” – Günter Grass Whatever your product and no matter how famous your company is, not every country is going to understand what you’re trying to sell. Due to a mix of slang, cultural differences, and misunderstandings, sometimes […]
  • How Are Translation Services Important to Non-Profit Organizations? - How Are Translation Services Important to Non-Profit Organizations?  “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead Non-Profit Organizations play an absolutely vital role in building healthy communities. They do this by providing critical services that contribute to both economic […]
  • Is Emoji the New Language? - Is Emoji the New Language? “Emojis are by no means taking away from our written language but rather accentuating it by providing a tone that words on their own often cannot. They are, in a sense, the most evolved form of punctuation we have at our disposal.” ― Emmy J. Favilla The word “emoji” comes […]
  • What Is the Difference Between Parisian French and Canadian French? - What Is the Difference Between Parisian French and Canadian French? Si vous parlez à un homme dans une langue qu’il comprend, vous parlez à sa tête. Si vous lui parlez dans sa propre langue, vous parlez à son coeur. If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. […]
  • The Importance of Legal Translation Services - The Importance of Legal Translation Services “The law is the last result of human wisdom acting upon human experience for the benefit of the public.” – Samuel Johnson Paperwork of any kind is never easy. You need an incredible amount of patience to get things done when you dip your toe in the world of […]
  • Things you need to know before moving to a Spanish-Speaking Country - Things you need to know before moving to a Spanish-Speaking Country “To speak a language is to take on a world, a culture.” – Frantz Fanon Each year, tens of millions of people move from their home country and set up a new life abroad. For most, the prospect of a better job or retirement […]
  • To Infinity and Beyond… - To Infinity and Beyond… “If we adopt the same collaborative mindset and practices that got to the moon and back, and that built the International Space Station, we can alleviate poverty – and do much more.” – Ron Garan. Space has captured our imaginations since the dawn of humankind. Galaxies far far away have seeped […]
  • Crossing Borders and Language with Science - Crossing Borders and Language with Science “Most of the fundamental ideas of science are essentially simple, and may, as a rule, be expressed in a language comprehensible to everyone.” – Albert Einstein Science has dominated the headlines for nearly two years as we have watched the world become gripped by the tight fist of a […]
  • Afghanistan: The Power of Interpretation - Afghanistan: The Power of Interpretation “Too often, stories about Afghanistan center around the various wars, the opium trade, the war on terrorism. Precious little is said about the Afghan people themselves – their culture, their traditions, how they lived in their country, and how they manage abroad as exiles.” – Khaled Hosseini Afghanistan has dominated […]
  • Translation on a Global Scale - Translation on a Global Scale UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson brought the world’s leading democracies together to reach major new agreements to help the world fight, and then build back better from coronavirus and create a greener, more prosperous future. – The 2021 UK hosted G7 Summit Often when we think of translation we equate […]
  • Translation at the Olympics - Translation at the Olympics “The important thing in life is not the triumph, but the fight; the essential thing is not to have won, but to have fought well.” – Olympic Movement’s Creed From July 23rd until August 8th the Olympics has dominated the national and international headlines with its shock performances, smashing of world […]