Origin of Sayings...
Old wives tales, words of wisdom, or plain foolish statements? I bet you have been baffled with the origin of sayings and what they actually mean. Let’s have a look at three old sayings and the history behind them: Baker’s Dozen: a baker’s dozen is 13 pieces of...
Origin of Samba...
Have you ever heard of a dance that even has its own national day? The answer to this is iconic dance which is at the heart of many Brazilians and others around the world – the Samba! The origin of the Samba – both musical genre and the dancing style; has both European and African...
What is the origin of amber...
What is the origin of Amber, you may ask? Amber is a gem that is produced from fossilized tree resin. It is a common misconception that amber is produced from tree sap. As it consists of organic tree resin, unlike most gems, it can be found in all different shapes and sizes – from rods,...
Ethnic origin of last names...
Last names are also known as family names or surnames. They indicate the family to which a person belongs and they are widely used by different cultures and societies around the world. In most cultures, the family name forms the last part of a person’s name. However, there are also...
Origin of April Fools’ ...
Every year, people come together to join in to play practical jokes and spread hoaxes and get away with it Scot free. Why? It’s April Fools’ Day – the favorite day of all pranksters around the world! The origin of April Fools’ Day is a bit of a puzzle, as there are...