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Robert Burns was voted the greatest Scot over iconic warrior William Wallace in a 2009 poll.

Using a toothbrush that doesn't belong to you isn't a romantic gesture. It's a health risk.

From what inspired Candyman and the Mothman to the tales about alligators in the sewers and killers calling from inside the house, we're breaking down the origins of popular urban legends.

We celebrate Black History Month every February to recognize the amazing impact African American people have had on our culture. Read on for more about this tradition's origins.

The fast food behemoth took issue with how The Oxford English Dictionary and Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary defined 'McJob.' It was not a flattering description.

These famous couples (and some lesser famous ones) didn’t mince words in their breakup letters.

Mark Mothersbaugh—frontman for Devo, the band behind the 1980 mega-hit “Whip It”—could have also played a role in one of the biggest movies of the '80s.

En français, the name for ‘jellyfish’ comes from a famous figure in Greek mythology—can you guess which one?

Grasshoppers and crickets belong to the same insect order. But they aren't the same species.

Rotten Tomatoes’s best movies might be in the elite 100% Club, but those in the 99% Club aren’t far behind.

Since 1976, Black History Month has been celebrated in February—and it's because of two specific dates on the calendar.

Burns Night isn't the only thing named after Robert Burns. Streets, towns, and monuments throughout the world were christened in his honor.

There’s a surprisingly rich history at the root of this hair accessory.

Drivers in Iowa have some of the least stressful commutes in the country.

Modern technology has helped these dolls find their voices—and when they speak, it’s downright creepy.

Did you know that famous figures like Thomas Edison and Salvador Dalí were avid nappers? Learn more about their unique napping habits and the benefits they experienced here.

It's like the Oscars, only for complete sh*t.

Why are we still employing a kiss-off that references a near-obsolete form of transportation?

Ginnie and Ranulph Fiennes's Transglobe Expedition circled the globe—just not the normal way.

In the Tommy Westphall Universe, one kid's snow globe is the key to connecting 'I Love Lucy' and 'The Wire.'