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From landmark reporters to modern media moguls, these women transformed journalism as we know it. Journalism was a realm of machismo and masculinity for much of history. But whether they were ...
In Tune Twist, we run the lyrics of a hit song through multiple languages, then translate them back into English. Here’s a hint: This tune, which came out in 1985, is sometimes called the worst song ...
Think the word ‘human’ was created by slapping ‘hu-’ on ‘man’? Think again: ‘Man’ and ‘human’ aren’t related at all.
Speaking of cherries, maraschino is a clear liqueur made from marasca cherries. Its name is borrowed from Italian, so the correct pronunciation is “mare-uh-SKEE-noh.” But so many English speakers say ...
Marvel fans can now pre-order an LED-lit, Galactus-inspired popcorn bucket big enough to set a Guinness World Record.
The Nobel Prize-winning physicist often commented on science, the universe, and humanity. But which deep thoughts are really ...
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, deadbolt first appeared in print in 1808. It’s defined by the OED as “a bolt in a lock that is engaged by means of a key, knob, or (later) electronic device ...
No one could accuse Joseph Bazzeghin of not being ambitious. In 1938, Bazzeghin, a self-styled entrepreneur, delivered a ...
Napping offers many benefits, but getting the most out of a midday snooze isn’t always easy. Fortunately, these expert-backed ...
Typically​​, amusement parks and theme parks have different goals when it comes to their design. Amusement park creators ...
Falk and Wade have also translated nikeres as “sea-snakes” instead of “sprites.” In Old and Middle English, the term was used ...
There was a two-way tie at the top of the worldwide list for 2025, with two American destinations—Wall Drug, South Dakota, and Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco—both being labeled a “tourist trap” 1000 ...