And it’s fun to say! Proof that spells don’t need to be complicated to be memorable. Avada Kedavra. OK. It is a killing curse ...

Names are often literary references or jokes, and many of the "Harry Potter" spells provide a clear hint at their function for anyone familiar with Latin or Greek. Some spells are straightforward ...

US President Donald Trump’s decision to shut down USAID will deal a severe blow to African countries, weakening public-health systems and eroding American credibility. But Trump’s return could trigger ...