James Bond producer Barbra Broccoli insists there is a 'big, big road ahead' before they recast the iconic role
Barbra Broccoli has admitted they are far away from choosing the next 007.
2023-10-22 18:23
Disinformation vs. Misinformation: What’s the Difference?
The difference between misinformation and disinformation boils down to the intent behind it (or lack thereof). Plus, a handy trick for knowing which term to use when the time comes.
2023-10-20 00:16
10 Common Words With Spooky Etymologies
Ghosts, ghouls, and monsters turn up everywhere at Halloween—including in our language, and sometimes where you least expect.
2023-10-19 21:51
They are tasked with viewing 'the worst imaginable images' of the Israel-Hamas war. Its taking a heavy toll
Journalists reporting on the Israel-Hamas war from outside the immediate region are also being confronted each day with graphic imagery that they cannot look away from as they work to verify reports on the expanding conflict online and deliver the facts to the public.
2023-10-19 20:53
The Reason Wine Bottles Have Dents in the Bottom
The dent (or “punt”) in the bottom of a wine bottle served an important function centuries ago, but it’s there for different reasons today.
2023-10-19 00:58
13 Old and Obscure Terms for the Butt
When talking about the fundament, some terms have slipped through the crack of lexical history—so please enjoy these old and enjoyable terms for the hindquarters.
2023-10-18 20:17
Why Are Some Liquors Called “Spirits”?
One theory suggests that we call liquor 'spirits' because of alcohol’s association with one spirit in particular: the Holy Spirit. But there are other theories.
2023-10-17 00:22
13 Fascinating Facts About the Oxford English Dictionary
It took more than 70 years and tons of volunteer labor to create “the definitive record of the English language”—including an assist from a murderer. Get to know the Oxford English Dictionary better.
2023-10-16 23:21
Kick-Ass reboot won't feature original characters
The 'Kick-Ass' reboot won't feature original characters such as the titular high school geek.
2023-10-16 15:18
Watch Millions of Bats Go Night Hunting
The nightly bat exodus, which occurs most early evenings between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m., is one of the most popular attractions at Malaysian Borneo’s Mulu National Park.
2023-10-14 04:27
The Surprisingly Long History of the Word ‘Yo’
The word ‘yo’ was around long before Rocky movies and rap songs.
2023-10-12 23:24
A Higgledy-Piggledy Look at 12 Rare Reduplicative Words
Though these words sound like fiddle-faddle, they have specific uses that go beyond yada yada and twittle-twattle.
2023-10-12 21:55