The loss of any language is thus a loss. for all humanity. Though approximately six thousand languages still exist, many are under threat. There is. an imperative need for language documentation, new policy initiatives and new materials. to enhance the vitality of these languages.
In spite of its enduring presence, however, Law & Order is not the longest-running TV show of all time. If you take the number of seasons (or the length of time a show has aired) as your benchmark, NBC's Meet the Press is the winner, with 66 seasons and 67 years on air [source: Today ]. But in order to determine which is the longest-running show, you'll also need to consider how you want to define the term TV show..
The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet â 1952-66. This is the longest running live-action sitcom in television. It lasted for 14 seasons and starred Ozzie Nelson and Harriet Hilliard. Also in the show were their sons David and Ricky. The show also featured Thorny, their friendly neighbor played by Don DeFore. The show had its roots in radio and aired its first show in 1944. Its radio stint ended in 1954, even as it already began broadcasting on TV in 1952. It never made the top 10, but it attracted a large-enough audience to sustain it until 1966. The show primarily showcased the ideal American way of life in the 1950s.