The phenomenon might look like a biblical plague, but the source is far more mundane.

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Despite the decades of public attention, there are some aspects of Camilla’s life that have been less well documented.
English never hesitates to borrow words that would lose certain subtleties in translation, and angst, ennui, and weltschmerz have made their way into English by offering a little something extra.
Unusual deaths aren’t just found on the page. A number of authors have themselves died in bizarre ways—and sometimes, they seem even stranger than fiction.
All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?
The silhouetted player in the MLB logo is ambiguous in more ways than one.
Was he really just referencing bean curd? The proof is in the multiple tofu-centric bumper stickers on his car.
The zoo presents familiar birds in a fresh, unified way—and drives home the message that people can take simple steps to protect birds’ future.
Think all there is to taxidermy is stuffing an animal? Think again. Since the days of William Hornaday and Carl Akeley, taxidermy has been a scientific art.
‘Macaron’ and ‘macaroon’ aren’t just two versions of the same word. These days, anyway.
From boomer to basic, this map shows the most popular Gen Z slang terms by state.
Burlington, Vermont’s Higher Ground has a long history of producing iconic concert posters in collaboration with local arts organizations.
The device that could turn TVs and lights on with a couple of claps became a pop culture sensation, even though its makers worried people would associate it with venereal disease.
Vegans with a sweet tooth have got some new options in the candy aisle.
John Collins's paper airplanes can spin, flap like birds, and make 360-degree turns.