What do the words bingewatch, podcast, doomscrolling, prinks, and ghosting have in common? They are examples of words that have entered everyday speech in recent years – chances are you used at least ...

Blame the Epstein files or even — gulp — newspaper reporters, but the word “tranche” seems to be having a big moment. With roots in the Renaissance and a long history of u ...

From "thrasonical" to "contumelious," these words are certainly unique ways to call out arrogant folks.

Tendresse signifies gentle affection and warmth. This French term describes a soft, caring feeling for another. It is used in literature and cultural writing to convey deep kindness and emotional ...

Strong names for strong little heroes.

Irascible hotelier Basil Fawlty once snapped at an undercover inspector: “I’m afraid most people we get in here don’t know a bordeaux from a claret.” As so often, the joke was on Fawlty Towers: (red) ...

Restoran, altruwismo, but also adobo and halaya … did you know these Filipino words trace their origins to French, often via Spanish? They capture the essence of Francophonie: a blend of diversity, ...

Scotland deliver arguably their best performance in almost 40 years to give themselves unlikely shot at Six Nations title.

The letter, written in prison hours before her execution, is on display in Scotland for the first time in 30 years, ...

Mary Stuart's father reportedly predicted that the Scottish throne would end with a woman. But no one could have foreseen the ...

Songs that speak of love, resilience, community and cultural pride are crossing borders and digital platforms, connecting local scenes with global audiences. This journey brings together some of the ...

The Rev. Paolo Venturelli never gets too close when he visits Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.” The Dominican friar ...