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The analysis crunched data from internet searches to see which states were the most—and least—obsessed with true crime.

You’ve heard the stories of birds drunk on fermented fruit, but scientists suspect that many animals ingest alcohol on a regular basis.

According to Google data, these are the top majors people are researching.

These prehistoric members of our genus, ‘Homo,’ occupy different branches of the human family tree.

Kurt Vonnegut and Oliver Stone have something in common: They both earned Purple Hearts. Discover other famous veterans have earned this venerated medal.

Inauguration Day isn’t just a matter of scheduling—presidential term limits are exactly four years, down to the hour.

Make your way around the board of ‘Monopoly: Pokémon’ and catch ’em all.

Bald eagles are powerful symbols of America—but there's much more to know about these quirky birds.

What do you do if you’re stuck at the back of the line when your polling place closes? You stay right where you are.

A type of wood commonly used to make Samurai sword sheaths may be the future of space exploration.

Aldi’s shoppers, rejoice! The store’s 2024 Advent calendars are coming soon.

Scientists have uncovered ancient fossils, prehistoric artwork, and other clues to human evolution. Here are nine of the most revealing discoveries that have changed our understanding of our early ancestors—and ourselves.

Whether you love canned cranberry sauce or hate it, the way it’s packaged is pretty brilliant.

The Mudita Kompakt smartphone is designed to be less stimulating to the senses.

Some words, like ‘motel,’ ‘brunch,’ and ‘sitcom,’ are obvious portmanteaux. But the portmanteaux on this list are undercover.

Discover the most valuable Hummels that might have been lurking in your grandmother’s curio cabinet for years, including finds from the brand’s special limited-run Disney collection and others.

Is your puffer jacket looking a little lifeless? It may just need a good wash.

Your online research method may say something about you.

Christmas has been canceled a fair number of times throughout history.

As with many words, we have Latin to thank.