Some 180 countries have an official language, but the US is somewhat of an exception. Despite common belief, English is not the official language of the US. In fact, it is one of the exceptional countries on the planet that does not officially recognize any language. To understand why, we must travel back to the genesis of the US and the ambitious ideals of the Founding … [Read more...] about Why English Is Not The Official Language Of The US
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Unraveling the True Origins of ‘Hangover’ – Beyond the Morning After
We’ve all been acquainted with the concept of a hangover at some point in our lives, that familiar aftermath of a night out or a few too many drinks. Yet, have you ever wondered about the etymology of this ubiquitous term? A recent meme on social media prompted us to delve deeper and uncover the intriguing history behind the word “hangover.” Intriguingly, it appears that the … [Read more...] about Unraveling the True Origins of ‘Hangover’ – Beyond the Morning After