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Showing your tush to the wedding photographer isn’t the strangest or most objectionable tradition people have dreamt up in the past few centuries.

The classic 1964 film earned a stronger classification thanks to two uses of a racial slur.

You could own the costume that made Mr. Darcy’s lake scene so unforgettable.

Discover fascinating facts about ducks, from their adaptation to cold temperatures to their rude nesting habits.

Learn when to use historic vs. historical in English language. Find out the differences and similarities between the two terms.

Animals have always been important to the lives and livelihoods of humans, so it’s no wonder they've left a mark on language.

“Polar exploration is at once the cleanest and most isolated way of having a bad time which has been devised,” he later wrote.

Discover the fascinating history of fried potatoes, including French fries and their roots in France and Belgium. From tots to hashbrowns and more, the food origins behind these yummy side dishes may surprise you.

Want a hassle-free trip? Catching an early morning flight can potentially save you time, stress, and energy.

Whether it's about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce or Jay-Z’s part in the Illuminati, these music conspiracy theories are good for a laugh—and maybe a deep-dive on Reddit (or two).

Discover the fascinating ways eggs provide everything a baby bird needs, including oxygen through a sophisticated system of membranes and air pockets.

Here are scores of words ending in ‘T’ that have never been the Wordle solution (yet).

Why do we expect bankrupt people to wear barrels, or bank robbers to carry money bags marked with dollar signs? Discover the origins of these odd visual clichés.

Rice can't save your iPhone from water damage, but other strategies can.

Looking for your next great slice of pizza? Listen to the experts.

All tortoises are turtles, but not all turtles are tortoises. Learn the key differences between these bony-shelled reptiles.

Paying to access your own money seems wrong, but it's how everyone from your bank to your local bar cashes in.

Curious about the most popular dog breed in your state? From feisty Chihuahuas to chill golden retrievers, discover which canine variety has your neighbors feeling the most captivated.

Someone gets nominated twice in the same Oscar category nearly every year, surprisingly.

From "Where's Herb?" to "We Speak Fish," these fast food slogans didn't withstand the test of time.