A specific gene variant seen in people is likely one of many that contributed to the development of language in modern humans, scientists say. And it changes how mice squeak.

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Through one-liners, catchphrases and iconic exclamations, the sketch comedy show has embedded itself into American speech. A ...

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The Sage of Baltimore, H.L. Mencken, is largely forgotten these days, but as a journalist, magazine writer, editor and critic ...

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“I’m a fairly reserved guy,” says Larry. “I don’t mind being the person talking now… but I certainly wasn’t that person at 21.” Larry’s friend Scott was more outgoing, so as they ...

R obert Pattinson never hesitates to make honest yet bizarre comments, and his recent interview was no exception. When ...

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