It turns out one phrase many parents say without thinking might be shaping their child's future in a big way. Researchers say it plays a surprising role in curiosity, confidence, and long-term success ...

On Tuesday, almost eight years later, Trump explicitly confirmed he had spoken of “shithole countries” during a past closed-door meeting with senators. Trump delivered the confirmation during a speech ...

In case you missed it, global film superstar Tom Cruise won his first Oscar—almost three weeks ago. The Oscar wasn’t for a single performance. Rather, it was a lifetime achievement award given by the ...

The cover of "The World in a Phrase" beside author James Geary. (Courtesy of James Geary) Author James Geary loves aphorisms, those short, witty statements that often contain profound truths. In 2005, ...

The slang phrase "6-7" does not typically have a serious meaning and is often used for fun or as a joke. Some users on TikTok have associated the phrase with the 2024 rap song “Doot Doot (6 7)” by ...

How can you get people to respond to your emails? Eliminating hated passive-aggressive email phrases is a great place to start. Most of us have used these dreaded phrases at one time or another.

We asked couples therapists to share the magic words that can strengthen bonds, even in the middle of a disagreement. By Catherine Pearson When my husband and I argue, all he has to do to drive me ...

Hi, I’m Tim Marchman, WIRED’s director of politics, science, and security, and I’m filling in for Jake this week. On August 7, the White House issued an executive order giving political appointees ...

Sticks and stones can hurt — but the wrong words can blow up your marriage before you can spit out, “You’re overreacting.” The good news? There’s a four-word phrase that can supposedly stop a fight ...

A four-letter acronym that started as a way to describe President Donald Trump's tariff policies has morphed into a viral social media phrase, much to his ire. Financial Times columnist Robert ...

Following the FDA’s clearance earlier this year of its large-bore catheter for removing oxygen-blocking blood clots, Imperative Care is rolling out a new technique for treating stroke that combines ...