Deadword of the Day: Quanked
Friday, August 29, 2025
Quanked: Overpowered with fatigue.
As in: I am so quanked this morning.Â
GO THERE!
Friday, August 29, 2025
You’ve heard of the Taj Mahal, but there are plenty of other awesome Mahals to visit in the Golden Triangle. Head out to the “Pink City” and hitch a camel ride to the Hawa Mahal, amongst many other amazing sites in Jaipur…
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Thursday, August 28, 2025
The Erawan Museum in Thailand greets you with a giant 3 headed elephant. What more could you ask for?
Ludicrous Latin: Observare theatrum!
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Go take in a show!
The Globe Theatre, London
GO THERE!
Thursday, August 28, 2025
It’s not the cheapest adventure in the world, but if you have ever wanted to enjoy your lunch with the fishes, Ithaa, an underwater restaurant at the Hilton in Maldives, can make your dream a reality.
History Schmistory: August 28. Go get ’em Tommy!
Thursday, August 28, 2025
1830: Peter Cooper introduces Tom Thumb, the first American steam-powered locomotive, by racing it against a horse-drawn carriage. Horse claims he wasn’t ready and calls for a do-over.
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Deadword of the Day: Olfact
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Olfact: To smell things all the time
As in: Sure, I like to olfact. what’s it to you?
History Schmistory: August 27. Give peace a chance.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
1928: The Kellogg-Briand Pact, also known as the World Peace Act, is signed by 15 countries including the US, UK, Italy, Germany, and Japan. Must have been a few loopholes I guess.
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Deadword of the Day: Errorist
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Errorist: One who errs. A proliferator of error.
As in: Major League Baseball has had its share of errorist attacks.
History Schmistory: August 26. Well, let him out!
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
1819: Britain’s Prince Albert is born. Doctor uses can opener.
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