Language is a defining characteristic of humanity, yet its origins remain a topic of intense debate. Some researchers argue ...

New genetic research suggests that humans first developed language around 135,000 years ago when populations began ...

Humans' unique language capacity was present at least 135,000 years ago, according to a survey of genomic evidence. As such, language might have entered social use 100,000 years ago.

One of the most profound questions about human history is when language, as we know it, first emerged. A new analysis of ...

Today, humans speak over 7,000 languages, yet all of them might share a common origin that dates back at least 135,000 years.

Scientists have long debated the origins of human language, a defining trait that separates people from other animals. A new genetic study suggests that early humans may have had the ability to use ...

American history shows that people can express their patriotism in many languages — and they can just as easily express ...

President Donald Trump has declared English as the official language of the United States, signing an executive order on March 1 that simultaneously rolled back language assistance for non-English spe ...

The Irish language, also known as Gaelic or Gaelige, is a Celtic language that has a rich and fascinating history. The origins of the Irish language can be traced back to the 4th century AD ...