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Why Does Radio Static Go Away Whenever You Touch the Dial?
Radios, it turns out, are dimwits.
The Obscure 1990 Horror Movie That May Have Inspired Wes Craven's Scream
In 1989, 19-year-old Rolfe Kanefsky made what's been called the first post-modern horror movie.
Bioengineered Replica of Vincent van Gogh's Ear Comes to New York
You've seen the artist without the ear, now see the ear without the artist.
11 American Castles You Can Visit
Few things say "status" like a castle.
A Boiled-Down History of Porridge and Gruel in 7 Facts
The mushy mixture gracing your breakfast, lunch, or dinner has a long history with hungry humans—possibly reaching back further than civilization itself.
11 Handy Facts About Leatherman Tools
If not for a long vacation, an unreliable car, an understanding wife, and a determined inventor, the granddaddy of them all, the Leatherman Pocket Survival Tool, would never have been created.
People Feel Older When They're in a Bad Mood, Study Suggests
Or we are in a bad mood when we feel older.
11 Ways to Maximize Your Time in Any City
Make the most of your vacation no matter how short your itinerary, just remember these tips for maximizing your trip to any city.
Carnivorous Plant Uses Rain to Spring Its Trap
“Rain, rain, go away, come again another day” is not a sentiment that many would disagree with. But then there’s Nepenthes gracilis, a carnivorous plant found in Southeast Asia that relies on rain to help it eat.
Giant Rat Fossils Discovered on East Timor
The giant rats weighed as much as a small dog.
10 Football Passing Routes Explained
There are all kinds of rules about who lines up where and why, but we’ll stick to the basics with a description of some of the most common routes and what they look like on the field.
15 Fun Facts About Time Bandits
Sean Connery helped guide Terry Gilliam through the beginning—and the ending—of the children's (sort of) classic.
Real World Chicago Inspired The Wall in Game of Thrones
Author George R.R. Martin remembers the Blizzard of '67 as the coldest winter ever.
25 Delightful Facts About Delaware
Two words: Punkin chunkin.
The 12 Biggest Blackouts In History
Fifty years ago today, the Great Northeast Blackout trapped 800,000 people in New York City's subways.
This Website Lets You Remix Bob Dylan’s Music
Remix your own version of "Like a Rolling Stone."
10 Thrilling The Walking Dead Fan Theories
The popular show's anything-goes spirit has extended to its viewers, who have some wild theories of their own.
Oldest Working Actor Has Worked With Both Charlie Chaplin and Judd Apatow
He's worked with everyone.