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35 Kinds of Hot, Sexy Homophone Action
The world of homophones is not as innocent as it may seem.


The Magical Origins of Harry Potter Words
Whether you're a wizard, squib, or just plain muggle, you're probably celebrating the Chosen One's birthday today. And what better way to do it than by examining the origins of some of the wonderful words J.K. Rowling used to create the world of the Boy W
Why is it Called Salt Water Taffy?
This Jersey Shore legend starts with a candy shop owner and a storm that hit Atlantic City in 1883.
Why is it Called Salt Water Taffy?
This Jersey Shore legend starts with a candy shop owner and a storm that hit Atlantic City in 1883.
5 Things Magicians Knew Before Scientists Did
Today's cognitive scientists are uncovering features of the mind that magicians have understood (and exploited) for hundreds of years.

10 Roller Coasters That Changed America
American coasters weren’t always scream machines. They evolved over time, with specific coasters paving the way for those that followed. Ten rides in particular show how coasters in the United States went from humble beginnings to the towering speed demon
11 Reasons You Feel Comfortable Saying Anything to Your Best Friend
The best friendships are truly unfiltered – you feel comfortable telling your best friend things you would never dream of confiding in anyone else. Ever wonder why that is? Science can explain it!

14 Future Stars Who Appeared on Buffy the Vampire Slayer
In its seven season run, the sci-fi/fantasy series 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' was responsible for launching the careers of a number of its stars, including Alyson Hannigan, Nicholas Brendan, Charisma Carpenter, David Boreanaz, and Julie Benz, among others
Do Mosquitoes Get Drunk After Biting Intoxicated People?
“The implications [of this question] are… profound,” says entomologist Michael Raupp. “Reckless flying, passing out in frosty beer mugs, hitting on crane flies instead of mosquito babes. Frightening!” Still, no major studies have been conducted to determi

9 Novelty Dances You Probably Never Heard Of
Examples of the times when we only wanted to move certain ways for a very brief period of time.
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The Alternate Endings of 28 Famous Movies
Can you imagine a happy ending for Jason Bourne? Sarah Connor enjoying her grandchildren? Andie ending up with Ducky? Whether the directors simply changed their minds or were influenced by the reactions of test audiences, some of our favorite movies once