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Why isn't 'laugh' spelled L-A-F? Author explores the many failed attempts of simplifying English spelling

Why isn’t ‘laugh’ spelled L-A-F? Author explores the many failed attempts of simplifying English spelling

Have you ever wondered why English spelling often seems to defy logic — like why choir and liar rhyme, but laughter and daughter don’t? In his new book, Gabe Henry explores this conundrum, showing that you’re far from alone. He delves into the long history of spelling reform and the many bold — but ultimately unsuccessful — attempts to make English simpler.

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Amid the ex-prince Andrew scandal, scrutiny falls on daughters Beatrice and Eugenie
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March 22, 2026

Amid the ex-prince Andrew scandal, scrutiny falls on daughters Beatrice and Eugenie

As scandal has swirled around former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, there…

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At 90, David Suzuki says he has done everything he could to protect the Earth, but fears he has fallen short
Star

March 22, 2026

At 90, David Suzuki says he has done everything he could to protect the Earth, but fears he has fallen short

With ninety laps around the sun, David Suzuki reflects on…

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Sports

March 21, 2026

Hannah, Jared Schmidt capture silver medals in World Cup ski cross event

CRAIGLEITH — Ottawa siblings Hannah and Jared Schmidt captured silver…

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Robert Mueller, 9/11-era FBI chief who later probed alleged Trump-Russia ties, dead at 81
Star

March 21, 2026

Robert Mueller, 9/11-era FBI chief who later probed alleged Trump-Russia ties, dead at 81

Robert Mueller, the FBI director who transformed the premier law…

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Sports

March 21, 2026

Pittsburgh Pirates capture 8-3 exhibition victory over Toronto Blue Jays

BRADENTON — Oneil Cruz and Spencer Horwitz homered to lead…

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Why scientists are gluing microchips on butterflies
Star

March 21, 2026

Why scientists are gluing microchips on butterflies

Monarch butterflies are on their way back to Canada and…

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National, Ontario/Quebec

March 21, 2026

Kathryn Mannie

Canadians plan to sail to Gaza despite detention risks

Canadians are planning to sail to Gaza again as part…

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Thousands urged to evacuate as Hawaii flooding anticipated to cause widespread damage
Star

March 21, 2026

Thousands urged to evacuate as Hawaii flooding anticipated to cause widespread damage

As Hawaii endures its worst flooding in more than 20…

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K-pop sensation BTS ends 4-year hiatus with free comeback concert in Seoul
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March 21, 2026

K-pop sensation BTS ends 4-year hiatus with free comeback concert in Seoul

After a four-year break, K-pop supergroup BTS returned Saturday with…

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