I have a dentist appointment today. It's just a checkup. But, ever since I was a kid I've hated going.
Many illegal settlements in India have grown into bustling districts more populous than many American cities, yet lacking amenities and legal protections, and residents face the perpetual threat of eviction.
Those weekly meetings tend to be deadly dull. The organizers should think of something new to do.
What a pleasure to be as clever as I am.
The Roman writer Lucretius, who lived circa 55 B.C., wrote a radically secular creation story, in which he describes the universe as made of an infinite number of atoms.
What a pleasure to be as clever as I am.
The Proboscis Monkey is named for its large protruding nose. When the animal becomes agitated its nose swells with blood, amplifying their warning calls.
It's getting very cold and cloudy here, let's go inside.
What a pleasure to be as clever as I am.
I entered into a contest for a trip to South America. Whether I get chosen or not is the luck of the draw.
The house stands against a background of beautiful trees.
Look! There's a bright red cardinal above us.
What a pleasure to be as clever as I am.
If you have ever found yourself unable to resist just one more Oreo, you’re not alone. A new study from Connecticut College shows that Oreos are as addictive as cocaine, at least for lab rats.
The Queen has said she is willing to stand aside when she reaches 87, news which comes as a bombshell to monarchists who believed she would never abdicate, even though Charles is the longest-serving Prince of Wales ever.
Netflix's resolution, in response to their customers' beef with separate charges for video streaming and DVD delivery service, was to split into two businesses.
Business is booming at the Sonora Market in Mexico City, where people concerned with the economy and the country's drug violence seek charms for protection and good luck.
Plants in American desert or desert-like areas have evolved to make the most of their challenging environment. In the spring, when they receive moisture, they spring into action.
Sure, the Brooklyn Bridge and Golden Gate Bridge may be quite stately, but they are sadly lacking any fire-breathing dragons. Now Vietnam has opened what is arguably the most awesome bridge in the world.
She staged a fake funeral, attempting to cover it up by cremating a mannequin and cow parts she placed in the casket.
The US Food and Drug Administration unveiled graphic warning labels designed to spur smokers to quit. "WARNING: Cigarettes are addictive."
Turns out watching adrenaline-pumping horror films can burn up calories, which could help you lose weight as long as you don't pair the film with buttered popcorn.
Linguists are saying that young women deserve credit for pioneering vocal trends, such as using the word "like" to add cadence or, like, emphasis to a sentence.
In a news conference, in the de facto rebel capital of Benghazi, opposition leaders denied the retreat from Ras Lanuf.
And if you delay gratification on lying down now, I promise I'll make it worthwhile when we actually do go to bed! :))) Deal?
And if you delay gratification on lying down now, I promise I'll make it worthwhile when we actually do go to bed! :))) Deal?
And if you delay gratification on lying down now, I promise I'll make it worthwhile when we actually do go to bed! :))) Deal?
Thirteen deer are standing in the snow.
Alex: Oh, I bring many things to the table. I take orders quickly. I remember the details of what people do and don’t want. I'm pleasant to everyone.
You wouldn't believe the deal I got at the flea market this morning! The seller was asking 40 bucks but I got him down to 15 dollars.
OK, I'll call the front desk and ask them to send up someone right away to help.
I saw thirteen deer as I was walking through the woods. They saw me too!
I decided to go on vacation in France this summer. Sounds great! How much vacation time do you have?
You know, my bedroom isn't the only place that's gone to the dogs. Look at all the junk in our garage! Definitely no space for our car anymore.
The front desk is empty and check in is a piece of cake. Now let's get to our room!
Well, you're right! There is no red lion. I made an error. There is a red panda that lives beside a delightful lagoon. Zoos are great for observing rare animals.
Rye bread is common in northern countries and in deli restaurants! It is more dense than wheat bread.
No problem walking when it’s below 0 degrees. I just bundle up!
Wow, what a deal! I'm going to purchase tickets right now too before it disappears. Good idea. And with their free 24 hour cancellation you can get your money back if you can't find someone to go with you.
This passenger has some expensive devices and is being sent to the customs office to pay duty on them.
Does anyone have room for dessert? We can share just one if everyone is too full to have their own.
All in all the food was delicious. Sure can tell how much we liked it, look how we cleaned our plates.
Not yet, first let's get our main dishes. Have you all decided what you want? Our waitress is here to take our order.
So they like getting their groceries, clothes, gifts, you name it... delivered. It's like... I’m upwardly mobile. I don't have time to go to the store. I'm too busy with my career.
In the end one of my fillings did get bacteria inside. Oh my. Now it's infected. I have to have a root canal. Again, I'm scared to death!
Let's begin by understanding that slang can be very different depending on where you live and how old you are! And to clarify, the word slang is uncountable. So "slangs" is incorrect! Test 1