Harry Potter

The Harry Potter Franchise

June 17, 2023 by noemi

Without a doubt, J.K. Rowling has changed the landscape of the fantasy genre with the series of Harry Potter books that she came up with. The only billionaire author, Rowling has influenced popular culture with her creation. The books have received critical acclaim, and so have the movies. Of course, there will always be naysayers, but no one can contest just how influential Harry Potter is.

We’ve created an interactive infographic that gives you the dish on the books, movies, and characters of the Harry Potter franchise.

Neurologists Diagnose Harry Potter’s Mysterious Headaches

February 20, 2012 by noemi

I don’t know if you got suckered in by J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter, but it is rather hard not to at least want to read/watch the franchise once. I remember burying my nose into the books – well, the first several ones. I have not watched all the movies, but there is something to be said about the story of this young boy with that lightning scar on his forehead.

For sure, one of the things that has been the topic of many a debate or discussion are the headaches that Harry Potter experiences. Whatever the “real” reason for those headaches may be, it seems that real life science might have something for us. [Read more…] about Neurologists Diagnose Harry Potter’s Mysterious Headaches

Harry Potter Monopoly

December 21, 2011 by noemi

Monopoly, the game, is probably one of the most popular board games in the entire world. I am sure it has broken a record or two. One thing I am 100% sure of is that this game has been the source of many an argument between me and my sister. Growing up, some of my most vivid memories of sibling rivalry are associated with a game of Monopoly. Or Boggle.

Anyhow, with the popularity of the board game, it is but inevitable that we see all sorts of versions of Monopoly. This Monopoly version I came across on Reddit is something that will appeal to many of our generation. Perhaps more than all the other versions out there.

Enter: Harry Potter Monopoly! [Read more…] about Harry Potter Monopoly

Geeky Gingerbread Goodies

December 13, 2011 by noemi

What’s better than having a wooden AT-AT liquor cabinet for Christmas? A lot of things, if you are not into Star Wars, really, but I am being serious here. What if you like geeky things in general, and you want something geeky for Christmas?

How about some geeky gingerbread goodies? Very recently, my social network streams were filled with the Gingerbread TARDIS, courtesy of Geeks Are Sexy. ((GAS)) You have probably seen it, but just in case, here is the geeky gingerbread creation that started it all.

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