Popular sayings in the English language often have multiple meanings — such as “a heart of gold” and “time is money.” Some expressions are also clever metaphors for deeper meanings. But where did they come from? Who started saying these popular phrases —
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Women’s History Month takes place each March. It’s a time to honor and celebrate the women of the past and present who have made a positive impact on society. Each year, you can celebrate Women’s History Month by showing support for a
Mardi Gras, French for “Fat Tuesday,” is a vibrant and festive celebration that marks the culmination of Carnival season. Rooted in religious traditions and celebrated around the world, Mardi Gras is synonymous with colorful parades, lively music and an extravagant display of
The act of sharing a kiss at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve has transcended time and cultures, carrying profound symbolism and traditions. From ancient customs rooted in Roman festivals to spiritual beliefs and modern-day superstitions, the New Year’s kiss
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A space capsule carrying NASA’s first asteroid samples has landed back on Earth in a historic first that could reveal human origins. This marks the end of NASA’s Osiris-Rex mission – for seven years, scientists have been flying to Asteroid Bennu to
Halloween is a time when millions of Americans dress up, play pranks, eat candy and carve pumpkins, but that’s not exactly how the annual celebration got its start. The spooky folkloric holiday, which is often associated with ghouls and fantastical creatures, can
Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young became the latest player to have an adversarial relationship with New York Knicks fans when Atlanta defeated the Knicks during the 2020-21 NBA Playoffs. Young’s stardom elevated during the series as he led Atlanta to a