A Look at the Origins and Evolution of the English Language [Video]

When we talk about ‘English’, we often think of it as a single language. But what do the dialects spoken in dozens of countries around the world have in common with each other, or with the writings of Chaucer? Claire Bowern traces the language from the present day back to its ancient roots, showing how English has evolved through generations of speakers.

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Wingsuited Man Slingshots Himself from Top of Building [Video] 🚶‍♂️💨

Would you try this? 😳 GoPro Awards recipient Daniel Cajal show us something you didn’t know existed: A human slingshot atop the tallest residential skyscraper in South America 🚶‍♂️💨 Shot with wingsuit pro Luigi Cani and a GoPro Max.

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