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| Archived Since: | June 14, 2011 | |
Blog Post Archive
7 adorable animals that use wheelchairs
On the all-important cuteness spectrum, disabled animals who courageously beat the odds rival cross-species friends and baby humans cuddling puppies for the title of Most Adorable Thing Ever. Really, little animals in wheelchairs are irresistible, and their bionic existence is evidence of the unique bond between humans and pets. Show More Summary
Bella, Cha Cha Man, Boogles, Fido, Mopsulus: Dog naming trends through the ages
2012: Bye bye, Max. Hello, Bella!According to the yearly roundup of popular pet names in the database of Veterinary Pet Insurance, the 10 most popular dog names for 2012 were Bella, Bailey, Max, Lucy, Molly, Buddy, Daisy, Maggie, Charlie, and Sophie. Show More Summary
A herstory (or mansplanation) of portpersonteau words
So you had a bromance? And now he wants a dudevorce? Well, don't streak your manscara and guyliner crying about it. Your girlfriend may not want to hear your mansplanation — especially not if she's out talking herstory at a Galentine's Day get-together. Show More Summary
7 reasons to never ever ever vacation on a cruise ship
Cruises are often advertised as luxurious escapes from the grinding tedium of our everyday lives. These moving, all-in-one vacations boast entertainment, dining, adventure, relaxation, and a world of postcard-worthy sights. And of course, most cruises are terrific. Show More Summary
The weirdest injuries in baseball history
Who among us hasn't strained a neck muscle by leaping eagerly from a Camaro while in pursuit of tasty sandwiches? That's the freak injury that sidelined Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Joel Peralta earlier this week. The good news for Peralta is that he's not expected to miss much time and the sandwiches were, reportedly, quite tasty. Show More Summary
12 celebrities who got into the booze business [Updated]
As if conquering Hollywood weren't enough, power couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have teamed up with French winemakers the Famille Perrin to take on the wine industry. They're set to release a new rosé called Miraval, which will be made with grapes from the couple's French estate, Chateau Miraval. Show More Summary
7 heartwarming stories to make you believe in love again
1. A husband's eternal giftEvery Valentine's Day, John gave Sue a bouquet of flowers and a note that always said the same five words: "My love for you grows." He did this for all the 46 years they were married. Then, sadly, John died. Show More Summary
Oscar Pistorius: Did the 'Blade Runner' kill his girlfriend?
Before Thursday, the most controversial thing about Oscar Pistorius, the double-leg-amputee Olympic runner, was whether his prosthetic blade legs gave him an unfair advantage over other runners. Now, police in his native South Africa...Show More Summary
The linguistic trick behind A Good Day to Die Hard
This week, the fifth offering in the Die Hard action franchise hits movie theaters nationwide. The series has always tried to avoid simply calling its sequels Die Hard followed by a number, starting by giving Die Hard 2 the subtitle Die Harder, and dubbing episode three Die Hard with a Vengeance. Show More Summary
11 cynical proverbs about love from around the world
1. PolishFirst love is like a snake; if it doesn't destroy you, it will paralyze you. 2. GermanYou can suffer without love, but you can't love without suffering. 3. Avar, Russian CaucasusYield to the desires of your body, then endure the disasters that follow. Show More Summary
7 tricks zoos use to get endangered animals to mate
Just like humans, animals sometimes need a little romantic help in the "bedroom." For endangered, captive animals, the pressure to perform is even greater as mating is the only way to save species from extinction. So what's a sexually...Show More Summary
Everything you need to know about the 'Harlem Shake' craze
A lonely soul, usually in a mask, starts dancing alone in a room full of people with bored looks on their faces. Then the song crescendos, the beat drops, and all of a sudden everyone is dancing around ridiculously. Videos of this new...Show More Summary
Honeymoons, babymoons, and the surprising origin story of -moon words
Will and Kate are going on a babymoon. I have no recollection of seeing this word babymoon previously. And yet the meaning was immediately clear to me: They're going on a vacation before they have the baby — their last vacation without offspring to worry about for, say, 18 years. Show More Summary
Iko iko wan dey: What do the words to that Mardi Gras song mean?
If you've only heard one Mardi Gras song, it's probably "Iko Iko," the hit recorded by the Dixie Cups in 1965. An earlier version (titled "Jock-a-mo") by James "Sugar Boy" Crawford came out in 1953, and many artists, from Dr. John to the Grateful Dead to Cyndi Lauper, have covered it. Show More Summary
7 ways to be ready next time news breaks in Latin
When Pope Benedict announced his resignation yesterday, the first reporter to break the story was Giovanna Chirri. The Pope gave his statement in Latin, and while Chirri's French colleagues knew something was up when they saw the sad look on Benedict's face and caught a few words like "incapability," Chirri got the scoop because she understood Latin. Show More Summary
Behind the scenes at the 137th Westminster Kennel Club dog show
It takes a lot of hard work to look this good. And with more than 2,700 dogs competing in the 137th annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show in New York City this week, the pressure is on for both the hounds and the handlers. CaninesShow More Summary
Why are the Olympics dumping wrestling?
In a surprise move, the International Olympic Committee has reportedly voted to drop wrestling from the 2020 Olympics. The ancient sport, which has been part of the modern version of the Games since their debut in 1896, was deemed unworthy of inclusion in the 25 "core sports" that comprise the Olympic program. Show More Summary
What are the odds your favorite dog breed will win Westminster?
For 22 years, Labrador retrievers have been America's most popular dog breed. But being adored by the unwashed masses isn't enough to earn those lovable pups the top prize at the high-falutin' Westminster Dog Show. In all of its 136 years, Westminster has never awarded a Lab the coveted Best in Show honor. Show More Summary
9 little translation mistakes that caused big problems
Knowing how to speak two languages is not the same thing as knowing how to translate. Translation is a special skill that professionals work hard to develop. In their new book Found in Translation, professional translators Nataly Kelly...Show More Summary
The week in words
Welcome to this week's Language Blog Roundup, in which we bring you the highlights from our favorite language blogs and the latest in word news and culture. For Super Bowl XLVII, OxfordWords Blog tackled some football language. In honor...Show More Summary