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Where Do Ninjas, Zombies, and Robots Come From?English is a language made up almost entirely of other languages. Between the fifth and seventh centuries, tribes from lands that...January 22, 2017
Had a Lightbulb Moment? Here’s How to Remember All of Your Great IdeasYou’re standing in the shower, humming to yourself as hot water cascades over your shoulders, and suddenly—voila!—serendipity...January 19, 2017
12 Mental Habits That Will Derail Your GoalsIt feels the same every year: you set some goals for yourself, the year starts with the best of intentions, but then it’s October...January 13, 2017
How Language Represents ColorEvery language represents colors with different words. Linguists have found some interesting patterns in how colors are...January 2, 2017
10 Words to Capture the Magic of WinterWinter is a favorite season for many. Even if you prefer another time of year, you still probably appreciate some of winter’s...December 29, 2016
What Novel Are You? The QuizIf you were a novel written during a special month, what novel would you be? Take this quiz and find out which classic novel...December 27, 2016
5 Words to Enjoy by CandlelightDo you like candles? Some enjoy their light; others love the delightful smells of scented candles. There are some surprisingly...December 27, 2016
Why Do We Say ’Tis the Season?If you’ve seen the classic holiday movie, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, then you’ll probably remember this scene. Family...December 22, 2016
All the Wondrous Ways We Express Wonder in EnglishAs we get nearer to the end of December, we are reminded of why it’s called the most wonderful time of the year. It’s the...December 22, 2016
Seven Longreads for SkimmingWhat do you think about reading long books online? You can save yourself some eyestrain if you chose novels that are skimmable....December 18, 2016