Did you know that the earliest humans didn’t even have words for colors? In the latest episode of Otherwords, Dr. Erica Brozovsky explores how color names evolved over time and why nearly every culture developed them in the same order. Black and white came first, representing light and darkness. Red followed, tied to survival through […]
Becoming a superhero requires peak physical conditioning, intense training, and, apparently… a language learning app on steroids? In 9 Actors Who Secretly Speak LOTS of Languages, Olly Richards unveils the linguistic superpowers of some of Hollywood’s biggest icons. From Hugh Jackman’s flawless Japanese to Zoe Saldana’s multilingual fluency, these stars prove they’re more than just […]
An attendee dressed as Dvalin from the video game ‘Genshin Impact’ poses during New York Comic Con in October 2024. Charles Sykes/Invision/AP Michael Elliott, Towson University Picture a packed stadium of fans in extreme weather, all clad in their favorite jerseys, cheering and cursing at their favorite American football team or European soccer club. Or […]
Excelsior! That was Stan Lee’s signature catchphrase – one that inspired fans across generations. But while the world celebrated his legacy when he passed in 2018, few knew the darker truth behind his final years. Now, Stan Lee: The Final Chapter, a new documentary from filmmaker Jon Bolerjack, sheds light on the heartbreaking reality of […]
Ah Worcestershire sauce, the magical elixir that somehow makes your Bloody Mary better and gives your steak that savory kick. But here’s the thing: it’s fermented fish. Yep, folks, when you ask for Worcestershire sauce, you’re basically requesting a splash of aged fish juice in your drink. Let that sink in. The origins of Worcestershire […]
Languages aren’t just words; they’re entire worlds of history, identity, and culture. But like species, languages can go extinct. In Otherwords’ latest episode, host Erica Brozovsky, Ph.D., explores the different stages of language death—and whether some can be revived. From Latin’s persistence as a dead language to the incredible revival of Hebrew, this episode dives […]
For the second year in a row, the organization behind Quebec Comiccon held a Winter Edition of their event over the weekend of February 22nd. As usual, our fellow French Canadians gave it their all! Beyond the vendors and artists, cosplayers strolled the con floor, proudly showcasing their latest creations. As always, we were on-site […]
Discover the heartbreaking story of Tristan and Princess Isolde in this video from Ted Ed! When King Mark of Cornwall seeks a bride with golden locks, the only match is Isolde of Ireland. After Tristan slays a dragon to bring peace, a love potion leads to an uncontrollable passion between him and Isolde. Despite their […]
Watch as two of history’s greatest conquerors go head-to-head in Epic Rap Battles of History: Napoleon vs. Charlemagne! Charlemagne, the medieval powerhouse who built the Holy Roman Empire, lays down the law with some old-school rhymes, striking fear like his legendary conquests. But Napoleon fires back with smooth flow and brutal burns, reminding everyone why […]
Would you sell a kidney for $100,000? In Ada, a thought-provoking series from Ted Ed, a young library assistant named Ada navigates both her everyday life and the futuristic possibilities she envisions for humanity. In this episode, she explores the ethics of paid organ donation. With kidney shortages leading to long transplant waitlists, Ada imagines […]