How to save a dying language

How to save a dying language

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Why are smart glasses so controversial?

Smart glasses are big business, Meta, one of the leading manufacturers of the glasses say that last year they sold seven million pairs globally. But new designs that resemble regular sunglasses or reading frames mean they can be difficult to spot. Users can make phone calls, foll ...  Show more

Horror goes from YouTube...to Hollywood

Backrooms. Obsession. Bring Her Back. These are some of the biggest Hollywood films from the past 12 months and they have one thing in common: they are all horror movies directed by YouTubers.What’s behind this new wave of directors coming from YouTube and why is horror becoming ...  Show more

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