The United Nations, founded on October 24, 1945, has been the cornerstone of global diplomacy and peace. Many language professionals aspire to become UN interpreters or UN translators because these are among the most respected and rewarding roles in the language industry. But what does it take to work at the UN? Here’s a complete
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There are several myths and misunderstandings surrounding the field of translation. Some are larger than others, and more or less harmless. Let’s take a look at the five most common myths about simultaneous interpretation. The biggest misunderstanding of them all. Using translation and interpretation interchangeably, while understandable, is like nails on a chalkboard for those
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The Critical Role of Military Translators and Interpreters Linguists, more popularly known as translators, who work behind the scenes for the military, are in constant danger. Allies and foes alike view these professionals as spies and do everything in their power to prevent linguists from carrying out their mission: to protect fellow soldiers by translating
Key Points Introduction In an increasingly interconnected world, embracing language and cultural diversity has never been more important. Recognizing this, The Pokémon Company expanded the Pokémon series to accommodate a global community. In the Nintendo Direct presentation on February 26, 2016, Tsunekazu Ishihara announced the release of Pokémon Sun and Moon — making them available
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The Denver Broncos are League Champions once again after nearly 20 years. Having appeared in the playoffs every year since 2011, the team finally broke through against the Carolina Panthers, and won the 50th Super Bowl. The national anthem was sung this year by Lady Gaga, and was performed in American Sign Language by Marlee
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Introduction to Linguists and Undocumented Languages Many people believe that linguists have cataloged all the world’s languages. However, in reality, some populations are so isolated that their languages remain undocumented. Occasionally, researchers stumble upon a completely unknown language, spoken by a small group, but otherwise unknown to the wider world. In most cases, linguists know
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Key Points: Introduction Simultaneous interpretation is a complex and mentally demanding form of interpretation that requires strong listening, analysis, and speaking skills all at once. For aspiring and professional interpreters alike, regular practice and structured training play a vital role in developing accuracy and confidence. Learning how to practice simultaneous interpretation through effective exercises helps
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The King vs Steph NBA Finals Generating Worldwide Excitement For any American sports fanatic, a rematch of last season’s NBA Finals between Steph Curry’s record-breaking Golden State Warriors and LeBron James and his Cleveland Cavaliers was expected to be must-watch television this June. Despite the Warriors’ early domination in the series, the 2016 NBA Finals
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On June 12th, 2016 the 70th annual Tony Awards captured the attention of nearly nine million American viewers as the hit musical Hamilton racked up an astounding eleven honors. However, many believe the most noteworthy performance to grace the Beacon Theatre stage Sunday night was Deaf West Theatre’s reproduction of Spring Awakening, one of the
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The interpreting world is full of diversity, featuring interpreters from various linguistic backgrounds, skill sets, and experiences. Each interpreting role has its unique requirements—some demand specific degrees or certifications, while others do not. Among all interpreter roles, interpreting for the United Nations is considered one of the most prestigious and challenging positions. The Role of
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