Fun was first a verb meaning "to cheat or hoax." It came from fon, an old word for "fool." It still retains some of that sense in “make fun of,” but now also means "a merry good time." Fond also goes ...

Are you students prepared to improve your English and impress your teachers? Learning new words gives you mental superpowers that help you comprehend more complicated concepts and communicate more ...

Despite how unique our individual lives are, many of us share the same dreams at night. The most common dream themes include flying, falling, snakes, water and losing teeth. These aren’t coincidences.

German-Americans rally in New York in support of the Nazis in a news clipping from the Shamokin News-Dispatch Courtesy of Hachette Book Group Stop any American on the street and they’ll have a ...

A picture may tell a thousand words, but the secret meaning behind an emoji can be enough to strike fear into any parent’s heart. We all use emojis and acronyms to bring some light hearted fun to our ...

Common English proverbs are timeless expressions that offer insights into human nature, societal values and practical wisdom. These short sayings are often used to convey meaningful lessons, and their ...

Art, one of the most creative, beautiful, and unique forms of expression, has been around for centuries. From the early cave paintings of fire and fox, to the newer depictions of modern art on ...