Unlocking the Universe of Languages
Research suggests that thinking in a second language can reduce our emotional biases and override flawed mental shortcuts. This "foreign-language effect" creates cognitive and psychological distance, forcing us into a…
This post explores how Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli's 1877 description of "canali" (channels) on Mars was translated into English as "canals," implying intelligent design. This seemingly minor linguistic slip, amplified…