Pleasures And Benefits Of Soaking In The Rain

by Ally Hirschlag BBC    It was the sixth straight day of the heat index topping 100F (38C) in New Milford, Connecticut, when the sky turned a sickening shade of puce.    I was leading an outdoor theatre workshop, and noticed campers gawking at an ominous, miles-long shelf cloud advancing overhead. Then a thunderclap shook …

Hidden Superpowers Of “Man’s Best Friend”

by Dictionary Scoop    Dogs have walked alongside humans for thousands of years, earning them the title of “man’s best friend.” But loyalty and love aren’t the whole story.    Behind every wagging tail lies a bundle of quirks and special skills that most people never notice. Some of these traits are downright funny, others …