Can a Full Moon Really Affect Our Behavior? You have probably seen it in movies: When the moon is full, a man turns into a hairy, frightening creature and runs around the city, tearing people to piece...
Once Upon a Time in Denmark If you are walking through New York’s Central Park on a fine summer day, you might come across a group of children enthusiastically listening to a story. The storyteller...
A Blind Woman's Vision She fought for women’s rights, crusaded for the causes of workers, promoted equality for minorities, and championed the underprivileged and the oppressed. She also earned seve...
Larry's Lawn Chair Ride Larry Walters’ boyhood dream was not an unusual one: He wanted to fly. What was unusual, though, was the way he fulfilled it. After finishing school, Larry joined the U.S. Ai...
Wheels Around the World Do you have the courage to pursue your dreams?If you doubt your own abilities, perhaps you can take inspiration from the story of two Taiwanese women who made their wish come t...
The Dance of Kings Since its first appearance in the 15th century in the courts of European royalty, ballet has become one of the most loved forms of dance. One of the most beloved ballets is “Swan...
Gossip: Have You Heard? Hello. You know me. I am in your office, at your parties, and on your phone. I am cunning and cruel. I have the power to ruin your life. For amusement, I will break your heart...
World Cup Fever Hits Asia When France and Senegal kick off on May 31 in the opening game of the 2002 soccer World Cup Finals, they will be making history. For the first time, the only international sp...
Pair Skating and Ice Dancing At this month's Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, U.S.A., some of the most spectacular action will take place on the indoor ice rink. Sports fans who are turned off by th...
Pride and Prejudice Although first published almost 200 years ago, the novels of Jane Austen have retained their popularity around the world.It is not difficult to find the reasons for their enduring...
