Apanthropy refers to a dislike of human company or a strong love of solitude. Unlike terms implying just being alone, this word specifically highlights a preference for being away from others; almost ...

Cambridge Dictionary has chosen “parasocial” as its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting the rise of one-sided relationships between fans and public figures. Officials said the choice was influenced in ...

Once swearwords were dismissed as a sign of low intelligence, now researchers argue the ‘power’ of taboo words has been overlooked When researchers asked people around the world to list every taboo ...

Cory Doctorow’s new book looks to offer comfort, and solutions, to the inescapable feeling that digital platforms have gotten worse. In his novels and new book, Cory Doctorow asks whether technology ...

THE recent letter by Latrae Rahming in your daily on September 1, 2025, on the power of a nation’s internal dialogue presents a compelling, yet ultimately incomplete, argument. While the philosophical ...

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker clapped back at Donald Trump’s weight jab, saying the president is “not in good shape.” Trump targeted the rumored Democratic 2028 contender in the Oval Office on Monday.

Have you noticed how ChatGPT seems to "get" you better some days than others? It's not your imagination. The way you phrase your questions — your choice of words, your dialect, even your cultural ...

This week of Ravens training camp was a real test. The intensity ramped up with three straight days of padded practices and the triple-digit heat was oppressive. This is the time when teams are forged ...

Creating wall words with the Cricut Maker is a fun and easy way to personalize your space! With this project, you'll learn how to design custom lettering for wall art, using vinyl or other materials ...

Words are not just sounds — they carry deep power. Especially for children, our words shape how they see themselves and the world around them. Their minds are soft and open, like wet clay. What we say ...