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” In an era of rapid-fire "Thx" and automated email replies, let's look back at a word that carries the weight of genuine appreciation. Gramercy is more than a historical artefact; it is a linguistic bridge to a more intentional way of communicating. If you were transported to a 14th-century marketplace, you would hear it as frequently as "thank you" today.
As 2026 begins, UPSC Essentials of The Indian Express asks a deeper question beyond trends and buzzwords: what should become the Value of the Year in an anxious world? Nanditesh Nilay, our ethicist, offers an answer.
There was a sense of organic companionship that probably lasted decades for many families. Children became friends organically because of their geographical proximity and familiarity
According to YouTube’s 2025 Recap feature, the podcast I consumed the most on its platform was Seth Meyers’ recurring segment “A Closer Look” on his show Late Night. Last year, I would have argued that this...
Some might regard this slang as ‘brain rot’, but the first word of the year just for tweens and teenagers could be the most hopeful development of 2025, says writer and podcaster Coco Khan
The three octogenarian nuns broke out of a nursing home to go back to live in their convent, sparking a dispute with their church superior. Both sides have appealed to the Vatican for a resolution.
Like most tools, generative AI models can be misused. And when the misuse gets bad enough that a major dictionary notices, you know it’s become a cultural phenomenon. On Sunday, Merriam-Webster announced that...
Published on 15/12/2025 - 10:39 GMT+1 The Word of the Year reflects the preoccupations of the time... And in an age of post-truth, deepfakes and creepy online content...
