Some basketball players struggle with free throws due to the flat arc of their shots. Researchers suggest that the underhand “granny” shot, which hasn’t been seen in the NBA since 1980, has a higher chance of success due to its backspin and easy-to-control motion. Using trigonometry, the optimal arc angle for a free throw is […]
“Blow me down” is an English idiom used to express extreme surprise or amazement. Its origins come from old nautical slang and it is related to the phrase “hit me with a feather.” The unexpected news is so startling that it figuratively overthrows them. The phrase is often associated with sailing clubs and the American […]
English idioms can be confusing for both native and non-native speakers due to multiple meanings of words and grammar rules that seem to be made to be broken. Even a simple idiom like “fire away” can have multiple meanings, including related to passion or the shot of a gun. The word “via” also has multiple […]
Professional photographers take pictures using film or digital technology for media outlets, portraits, commercial and fine art photography. They may work in risky environments and must understand editing software and have a portfolio. Professional photographers capture images on camera, using traditional film or digital technology. They might work for a newspaper or other media outlet, […]
