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This quiz challenges you to name all the U.S. state capitals as fast as possible.
Ellen Gutoskey|
Eggs and bacon might be your go-to, but that‘s not the case for everyone.
CaLea Johnson|
It’s hard to defend yourself when you’re dead.
Lorna Wallace|
Let’s see how well you know your horror.
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It turns out there’s another, much less flashy shade that has a higher chance of getting flagged.
CaLea Johnson|
You can use vinegar to clean some household items—but not all. Read on to avoid potentially costly mistakes.
Rudie Obias|
Rather than go door-to-door, a lot of kids these days get their Halloween candy by going car-to-car.
Sam Hindman|
From Springwood to Cuesta Verde, these fictional places serve as settings for some of the best horror movies of all time.
Ellen Gutoskey|
The origin of the multipurpose saw's catchy name, explained.
Jake Rossen|
See which pet costumes people are most excited for this Halloween.
CaLea Johnson|
If you held on to an original copy of “Super Mario 64” from the 1990s, you could be rich.
Rudie Obias|
All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?
Ken Jennings|
A live Halloween special in 1987 had viewers convinced that a magic trick had just gone very wrong.
Jake Rossen|
Along with jack o’ lanterns, skeletons, and ghosts, spider webs are a classic part of creepy Halloween décor. But the spooky faux webs can be more dangerous than they appear.
Alexia Kontolemos|
It turns out vultures are excellent, accidental collectors of history.
CaLea Johnson|
Disney designers use a brilliant trick to keep you immersed in the fantasy.
CaLea Johnson|
Whether you’re religious or just a fan of monumental architecture, visiting a cathedral can be an awe-inspiring experience. Here are 11 masterpieces worth the journey.
Kristy Puchko|
Each book was adapted (however loosely) into one of films listed below it. But which one?
Ellen Gutoskey|
Answering the same question over and over and over again can get grating. But there are important developmental reasons behind why young children are so into asking “why.”
Sam Hindman|
The parks offer thrill seekers, ghost hunters, and the brave alike another reason to visit. 
Sharon Feldman|
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