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Starz's Outlander, which is based on a series of books written by Diana Gabaldon, introduced the world to Scottish Gaelic culture, deeply rooted in storytelling and the rhythm of spoken tradition.

Cassville Primary student Logan Schoelzel showed off his “Hero” speed during the Word Parade at Cassville schools on Thursday ...

Investopedia contributors come from a range of backgrounds, and over 25 years there have been thousands of expert writers and editors who have contributed. Somer G. Anderson is CPA, doctor of ...

The notoriously difficult phonology of the Polish language has always caused much trouble and confusion for neighbouring nations. But what are the absolute hardest words? Germans look at Polish and ...

Q: What is the basic job of the Business Cycle Dating Committee? A: The NBER’s Business Cycle Dating Committee maintains a chronology of US business cycles. The chronology identifies the dates of peak ...

'Peremptory' means insisting on immediate attention or obedience, leaving no room for denial. Origin and History The word peremptory originates from the Latin word ‘peremptorius’, meaning decisive or ...

The word “overtourism” is a relatively new term—but its novelty has not diminished the portent of its meaning: “An excessive number of tourist visits to a popular destination or attraction, resulting ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

A long-awaited definition is expected to refer to “anti-Muslim hostility” as the government prepares to move away from the previous wording of Islamophobia. An independent working group, led by former ...

Only a true Definition Detective can spot a word’s actual meaning in a sea of fake ones. But fair warning: These are pretty tough terms.