Do you think you’ve heard all the stories about Romeo and Juliet? Think again! Read about a frog named for Romeo and the search to find him his very own Juliet.
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He’s Supposed to Marry a Japanese Princess. Just Don’t Call Him Her Fiancé.
Princess Mako of Japan and her fiance endure pressure from her royal family, but defy expectations.
Is love losing its soul in the digital age?
Philosophy professor Firmin DeBrabander contemplates how couples display their relationships on social media.
WWII love letters tell of romance and tragedy
Letters from World War II reveal a love story that ended in tragedy.
Kate Tempest: a winning wielder of words
In this summary of Kate Tempest’s career as a rapper and poet, critic Michael Hogan praises her work.
You Can Love at First Sight: Scientists Discover Brain Region Responsible for Instant Attraction
Romeo and Juliet fall madly in love at first sight. But does this happen in real life? Read this article to find out what researchers have discovered about your brain and love.
With Utah’s concerns about youth suicide, should students study ‘Romeo and Juliet’?
Mental health advocates argue that Shakepeare’s play could help start important conversations with teenagers.
Retelling Romeo and Juliet at Anne Hathaway’s Cottage
Visitors to the historical site in England contribute their thoughts and feelings about the well-known play to re-create the story.
How to Recover from Romantic Heartbreak
Psychologist and author Guy Winch recommends focusing on an ex’s flaws and negative traits to get over a broken heart.
When Romeo Is a Robot
After observing a mechanical “couple” that was created as an art installation, one viewer writes about how technology might affect the mystery and destiny of love. Watch the video embedded in the article to view how the two robots interact.
Shakespeare and the Classics: Plutarch, Ovid, and Inspiration
Like many of his contemporaries, Shakespeare drew on a variety of resources for his astounding output of plays.
A better way to talk about love
Metaphors for love tend toward the negative—from “falling” in love to being love-“struck” or “madly” in love. Writer Mandy Len Catron explores these metaphors and proposes a more positive alternative.
Cupid under the microscope
How does Romeo go from being head-over-heels for Rosaline to forgetting all about her when he meets Juliet? It’s the difference between infatuation and love.
If Romeo and Juliet had cellphones . . .
It’s easy to imagine that Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers would have had a happier ending with the benefit of modern technology. A social researcher explores this idea more deeply.
Juliet’s Wall Graffiti
Though not as poetic as Shakespeare, scores of tourists inscribe their own words of love on a wall outside what is billed as Juliet’s house in Verona, Italy.
In Search of Shakespeare: Timeline
Shakespeare is possibly the most famous playwright of all time, but much of his life is shrouded in mystery. Explore the timeline of events that shaped Shakespeare’s world. Then, explore the “In Search of Shakespeare” site to learn more about the man and his works.
Romeo and Juliet’s balcony scene
Despite the popularity of the balcony scene in popular imagination, Shakespeare never mentions a balcony in any of his works. Find out why this idea persists.
Shakespeare’s Source Material
Shakespeare wasn’t just a gifted writer; he was also possibly the greatest literary borrower of all time. Find out about some of his favorite sources for plots.
A chronicle of Afghanistan’s modern-day Romeo and Juliet
Warring families still try to stand in the way of true love today. Here’s a real-life Romeo and Juliet tale with a happier ending.
Letters Of Heartbreak Find Some Love In Verona, Italy
For years, heartbroken people have been sending letters to the city of Verona addressed to Juliet. In the 1990s, the city of Verona created the Juliet Club to deal with all the letters. Read the article, and then listen to the full story.