Not to be outdone by OxfordDictionaries.com, which, as reported by Hyperallergic's Alicia Eler, has selected "selfie" as its new Word of the Year, Weekend Words respectfully centers on the self.

Today is the 130th birthday of Mies (Less is More) van der Rohe. “When I use a word,” Humpty Dumpty said, in rather a scornful tone, “it means just what I choose it to mean—neither more nor less.” ...

A mural depicting the acclaimed US musician, poet and activist Gil Scott-Heron was unveiled on Tyneside today. It coincided with the announcement of a fresh round of names who will be taking part in ...