As a language educator, I found myself captivated by the way the Thai people express respect and connection through their ...

The word “symbolizes for many the return of most of the hostages to their homes—after two harrowing years of pain and waiting ...

A former foreign correspondent in Israel sent along an intriguing email with the subject line: “Redemption of Hostages.” The email was from the Government Press Office in Israel, and she wanted my ...

The Consortium for the Teaching of Hebrew Language and Culture offers online asynchronous classes to Hebrew language learners and Hebrew teachers through Brandeis University. At Brandeis, you will ...

CHRISTIANE AMANPOUR, CHIEF INTERNATIONAL ANCHOR: As grief and anger cascade across Israel and Gaza, language can be weaponized to drive a further rift, spread propaganda and advance agendas. The war ...

Israel and its allies have deliberately crafted language not only to justify their actions but also to persuade taxpaying publics at home and abroad of their moral correctness. An Israeli soldier ...