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When Laughter Became a Crisis: The Tanganyika Epidemic of 1962
Published: Dec 7, 2025
Life & Stuff
By Author:
Angelica Praxides
How a wave of uncontrollable laughter in a Tanzanian school in 1962 spread to villages, closed classrooms, and became a medical mystery.
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From Empire to Internet, How English Took Over the World
Published: Dec 5, 2025
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By Author:
Angelica Praxides
English did not spread by magic. It moved with empire, money, media, and the internet until it became a global meeting point.
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The Dancing Plague of 1518: “The People Who Could Not Stop Dancing”
Published: Nov 27, 2025
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By Author:
Angelica Praxides
In 1518, a woman began dancing in Strasbourg and could not stop. Soon hundreds joined her, revealing how stress and belief can turn into shared...
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The Quiet Reset: Using Books to Ease Daily Anxiety
Published: Nov 3, 2025
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By Author:
Angelica Praxides
Use books to steady anxious days. Learn quick setups, minute-based sessions, and what to read or skip so your body settles and sleep arrives on...
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Daily Reading Made Easy: How Many Minutes You Need
Published: Oct 25, 2025
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By Author:
Angelica Praxides
Read by minutes, not pages. Pick a daily time slot, 10 to 30 minutes. Match the book, leave a quick cue, and let focus and...
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Semicolon Tattoo Meaning: A Tiny Pause That Says Keep Going
Published: Oct 25, 2025
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By Author:
Angelica Praxides
A clear take on semicolon tattoo meaning. See how it began, what it stands for in mental health, quiet design ideas, and small hints to...
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Christmas Meaning Across Cultures
Published: Oct 15, 2025
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By Author:
Angelica Praxides
With Christmas approaching, this piece traces the feast’s heart across cultures, from Advent candles to carols and tables, showing how one story lives at home.
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Introvert vs Extrovert: Which One Are You? Simple Signs & Myths
Published: Oct 14, 2025
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By Author:
Angelica Praxides
Introvert vs extrovert made simple. Spot everyday clues, see myths vs facts, try a quick self check, and use small tweaks to recharge, ambiverts included.
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Why Books Still Matter: 15 Proven Benefits of Reading
Published: Oct 12, 2025
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By Author:
Angelica Praxides
Books feel like a quiet friend who shows up on time. They help you focus, ease stress at night, and see the world with kinder...
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