In North America, KFC fried chicken is a household name. The familiar red and white KFC fried chicken basket and the face of Colonel Sanders is recognizable even to youth. This year for Black Friday, there’s a bogo offer for… Read More »Secrets behind what’s finger-licking good
There are some everyday sayings we say all the time, but never thought too much about its meaning. Here’s a few that might make you think twice before using them next time. Warning – some of these are a bit… Read More »Everyday phrases with dark origins
The placebo effect is a mysterious thing that has been long researched in medicine. When improvements are observed, despite the use of no active medical treatment (hence a placebo), the placebo effect occurs. Think of giving someone an empty capsule,… Read More »Placebo Effect
Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow and to find some time to enjoy the great outdoors. Go for a hike to enjoy the fall colours. Marvel at the beauty of the reds, yellows, and oranges decorating the… Read More »Thanksgiving fall colours
Could a folded paper bird grant you a wish? According to Japanese folklore, yes, if you have 1000. I remember reading a book about a bedridden girl, and her grandpa taught her how to fold paper cranes so she… Read More »Significance of origami cranes
Dream, a popular gaming streamer has been an anonymous YouTuber for about 3 years, wearing a cartoon-smiley mask for his videos and finding his face from public. Earlier this week (October 2nd), Dream finally did a face-reveal to his more… Read More »Dream’s face reveal reminds us that people can be fickle
Today is a Lazy Monday. I just want to sleep in and practice the fine art of being lazy … and for some reason today, I kept imagining scenes from an anime where the main protagonist is always listless (I… Read More »Lazy Monday
Yesterday, I shared some word trivia for your next coffee conversation. Here’s a few more if you’re looking for some fun facts to share before the lunch hour: Believe it or not, there are 2 five letter words in the… Read More »Words without vowels
I know I’ve been talking a lot about words and how we should use them wisely. But did you know that there’s a lot you probably don’t know about the surprisingly histories or hidden meanings of words. Here’s some word… Read More »Some word trivia for your next coffee conversation
Finally! I met my bestie’s rabbit, Penny, last week. She’s adorable, furry, and oh, did I mention – she bites! Ouch! Honestly, I was not expecting to be bitten by a rabbit. But, I did get a lovely souvenir to… Read More »Cute but they bite