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Whether worn as an amulet on a necklace or kept as a token in one’s pocket, humans have always relied on the power of good luck charms.  Every culture all over the world has a special symbol, icon, o … read more

Summer is the time for ice cream, sun, and swimsuits. But if you’ve been paying attention to style trends the past few years, you may have noticed the emergence of another warm-weather staple: the ka … read more

The internet is rife with cats: cat videos, cat memes, there are even celebrity cats! But if you think that modern folks are cat-crazy you should have been around in Ancient Egypt.   Cats were highly … read more

Think of Hawaii and what comes to mind? Beaches, ukuleles, and...aloha! Aloha is practically synonymous with Hawaii: tourists on the islands might be tickled to find the word everywhere, from shop sig … read more

Cultures borrow and exchange ideas, art, and –you guessed it-words! The English language is full of terms that are adapted or borrowed directly from other countries and cultures. Check out the followi … read more