Stupefied: How Long Until This Fantastic Beast Eats?
With exams around the corner, we bring you this Arithmancy question that caused a minor panic during the Scottish Qualification Authority’s higher math examination.
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Who Wore It Better: Dolores Umbridge or Queen Elizabeth II?
Time for another edition of “Who Wore It Better?” As always, I, Gilderoy Lockhart, will serve as an expert opinion as we examine a match-up of a popular magical figure and a Muggle celebrity.
1926 in the Muggle World
While Newt was finding fantastic beasts, the Muggle world (or No-Maj world, to American wizards and witches) was in an exciting time. The first talkie film opened, Harry Houdini performed his last trick, “Winnie the Pooh” was published, Henry Ford introduced the 40-hour work week, and Agatha Christie mysteriously disappeared. Will any of these events make it into “Fantastic Beasts”? And could Newt have something to do with them?
‘Tis the Season to Enjoy “Secret” Butterbeer Recipes
I took it upon myself to try the Starbucks butterbeer frappuccinos. They were fabulous – I mean, I really took one for the team here, guys.
Meet J.K. Rowling’s Favorite Fan Artist
We chat about her art, love of “Harry Potter”, and how it felt to wake up to a tweet from J.K. Rowling.
Happy Birthday to Sirius Black, the Scorpio!
Taking a look at the meaning behind Sirius Black’s November 3 birthday through the lens of four different cultural zodiac calendars.
A Look Back at “What Will Happen in Harry Potter 7”: Chapter 6: “Draco’s Destiny”
“What Will Happen in Harry Potter 7” got some things right about Draco, but they brought up some pretty out-of-character stuff, too. See for yourself!
NaNoWriMo Advice from J.K. Rowling
Need a little inspiration during the novel-writing-filled November? Check out these quotes about writing from J.K. Rowling!
The Ripple Effect of Voldemort’s First Downfall
Voldemort’s first downfall happened 34 years ago, and it changed the lives of so many beloved characters.
