In Espoo, several schools have over half of the students speaking foreign languages - now the city is preparing drastic measures
Espoo is considering restructuring school catchment areas to reduce segregation among students of different linguistic backgrounds.
From 'El Eternauta' to Greek and 'La cautiva' to Azerbaijani: the translations funded by the State
Argentina's government-funded Program Sur approved subsidies for the translation of seventeen Argentine literary works into various languages, reflecting a commitment to cultural exchange and preservation.
State Language Proficiency Certificate: Over 4,600 successful candidates in 6 foreign languages
The Greek Ministry of Education announced that 4,635 candidates successfully passed the State Language Proficiency exams in six foreign languages in November 2025.
Language teachers concerned about the focus on English in language choices
The Finnish Association of Language Teachers expresses concern over the increasing focus on English in students' language choices, leading to a decline in the popularity of other foreign languages.
The Ukrainian War Increased the Need for Interpreters in Finnish Emergency Services
The ongoing war in Ukraine has led to a significant rise in emergency calls in foreign languages in Finland, necessitating more interpreters for these communications.