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Kim Young-moon, a Korean translator, has completed a monumental translation of 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms,' emphasizing historical accuracy.

The Latvian company Tilde has launched an AI translation service that supports 34 European languages, promising accurate terminology and natural language flow for users.

Argentine author Gabriela Cabezón Cámara is one of thirteen finalists for the 2026 International Booker Prize.

A round table discussion on Croatian biblical translations was held in Croatia featuring various speakers and the introduction of a new comprehensive Catholic Bible translation.

The article discusses the Greek translation and presentation of the play "Democrats and Aristocrats or Strollers in the Field of Ares" by Olympe de Gouges, the first French feminist.

Anna Verschik emphasizes that every poet has a unique translator, as she discusses her approach to translating contemporary Ukrainian poetry amid the ongoing war.

An article from Me Naiset discusses 16 Finnish words that, while seemingly innocent, have different, often inappropriate meanings in other languages, advising caution before using them abroad.

Natalia Ginzburg's autobiographical novel 'Family Lexicon' has been published in Estonia, translated from Italian.

The article discusses the recent French translation of a book by British journalist William J. Weatherby that offers a fresh perspective on Marilyn Monroe based on their encounters during the filming of 'The Misfits.'

The translation of the classic Australian novel 'Picnic at Hanging Rock' by Joan Lindsay, originally published in 1967, has been released, bringing renewed attention to its themes and narratives.

The use of AI in translation is provoking intense debate in Europe as publishers start to rely on technology over human translators.

Judith Butler's influential work 'Important Bodies' has been newly translated into Korean, highlighting significant changes in its interpretation after 23 years since its original release.

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.

The Netflix series "Can This Love Be Translated?" explores the complexities of cross-cultural love and communication, generating mixed reactions from viewers.

The article features a video of Vanilla Ninja's victory song "Too Epic to Be True" presented with Estonian sign language interpretation.

Prominent Catalan literary translators share insights on their craft and the importance of translation in maintaining literary traditions.

The current era is highlighted as the best period for translation into Catalan, influenced by subsidies and a broader range of literary resources.

Greece's Ministry of Culture has announced the winners of the 2025 State Literary Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to literature, literary translation, and children's literature for the previous year.

The Greek Ministry of Culture announces the winners of the State Literary Awards for 2025, recognizing outstanding contributions to literature, translation, and children's books for works published in 2024.

The Madras High Court has ordered former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni to pay 10 lakh rupees for the transcription and translation of content related to a defamation case he filed.

The Italian Court of Cassation has mandated the translation of a sentence condemning Swiss businessman Stephan Schmidheiny to 9 years and 6 months in prison for manslaughter related to victims from an asbestos plant.

The trial of the captain of the Newnew Polar Bear, a Chinese-owned vessel sailing under the Hong Kong flag, commenced in Hong Kong after several months of delays due to legal and translation issues.

The renowned South Korean author Hwang Sok-yong has utilized ChatGPT as an assistant in writing his new novel, demonstrating how AI is infiltrating the realm of human creativity.

A new translation of Herman Melville's story serves as a medium for Daniel Gascón to create an ironic portrait of generational fatigue.

Eduardo Berti, an Argentine writer, has won the prestigious Roger Caillois Award for his autobiographical chronicle 'Faster'.

The first round nominees for the Latvian Literature Award and the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award have been revealed, with translator Jānis Krastiņš being honored.

Latvian publishers have submitted 156 works for the Literature Year Award, with the lifetime achievement award going to translator Jānis Krastiņš.

An event showcasing contemporary Ukrainian poetry was held at the Writers' House in Tallinn, featuring performances in both original and Estonian translation.

Translator Margus Konnula discusses his meticulous approach to translation and his insights into Latvian literature in an interview.

A Valentine’s Day card from Canada’s Official Languages Commissioner has sparked controversy over its suggestive wording and the quality of its translation.

Translator Daina Valentinavičienė discusses Shirley Jackson's influence on horror literature, particularly highlighting her novel 'The Haunting of Hill House' as a psychological horror classic.

The recent decision by the Supreme Court provides relief to over 200,000 borrowers involved in Katseli law, detailing the obligations for banks regarding interest calculations on loans.

Yoko Tawada's English translation of 'Exophony' has been shortlisted for the criticism section of the National Book Critics Circle Award, and it's also nominated for the Greg Barrios Translation Prize.

Asad Duraković, a Bosnian thinker and translator, has released his second translation of the Quran into Bosnian after over 20 years, aiming to emphasize the love of God, with the latest edition printed in Istanbul.

Leena Krohn's collection 'Hotel Sapiens and Other Irrational Stories' presents a dystopian view of humanity's future, translated from Finnish by Kadri Jaanits, highlighting the persistence of its themes despite being written over a decade ago.

Spotify is adding automatic translation of lyrics, making it easier for users to understand foreign texts from February 4, 2026, but only for Premium subscribers.

On February 4, the Writers' House will host its annual contemporary Ukrainian poetry evening featuring performances by poets Halyna Kruk and Julia Musakovska, whose works have received translation awards, along with other local poets and musical interludes.

Draco Malfoy has been chosen as a mascot for the Chinese New Year due to the auspicious meanings of his name's translation, coinciding with the Year of the Horse.

Samsung Electronics is providing support for the live broadcast of the opening ceremony of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics using the Galaxy S25, along with AI translation services, while also showcasing their collaboration with the Olympics at a Samsung House exhibition in Milan.

Apple's Airpods now feature real-time translation, though its effectiveness varies.

OpenAI has unveiled a new version of ChatGPT called 'Translate', designed specifically for translation to compete with Google's translation tool.

Alexey Amunts, known for his significant contributions to cryo-electron microscopy, has departed from Germany's Max Planck Institute to take up a position at Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation in China.

Smart glasses are evolving from mere tech accessories for taking photos to becoming essential interfaces for interacting with the world, integrating AI models that assist in financial crises and language translation in real-time.

Jarek Kutylowski, the founder of DeepL, predicts that advancements in AI will lead to increasingly personalized automatic translations, enabling people to communicate in their own languages during work meetings within three years.

A new modern translation of the Bible, which took twenty years to complete, has sold out within a month of its release, igniting discussions and controversies within the Catholic Church in Croatia, as noted by theologian Anton Šuljić.

Artificial intelligence is now threatening the job security of novel translators, particularly at a major French publishing house, raising questions about the future of language translation work.

The article discusses the release of Sylvie Iparraguirre's highly acclaimed epistolary novel 'The Fiery Land,' which intertwines the lives of a former sailor and an Indigenous Yámana man in 1865.

Beginning January 20, most written and video content from L’Express will be available in English and Polish on a dedicated site as part of its strategy to appeal to European audiences.

The Sheikh Hamad International Translation and Understanding Award has announced the opening of nominations for its 12th cycle, running from January 1 to March 31, 2026, in an effort to enhance the quality of submissions.

There is speculation on social media that the claim of responsibility for the Berlin attack could be a translation from Russian, but this seems unlikely.