Word of the week: "snow," specifically the Eskimo words for "snow." The idea that Eskimos have dozens of words for snow reflects the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis that language is shaped by our experience of the world. Actually, Eskimo languages tend to be polysynthetic, which basically means you can mix and match new words to your heart's content. In other words, the Eskimo snow theory is pretty much urban legend.
 
Godchildren: Steven Spielberg's children aren't Hollywood celebrities yet, but two of his godchildren are, namely Drew Barrymore and Gwyneth Paltrow. He even gave Barrymore her start with a role in "ET: The Extra Terrestrial." And in turn, Barrymore is godmother to Frances Bean Cobain, daughter of Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love.

Made in the Douro Valley, how did port wine get its name?
A) It is from the Italian for "sweet"
B) It is from Porto, Portugal
C) It was on the left side of ship plate settings
D) It was preferred by sailors on leave

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