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Ahead of Shark Week, learn about these unexpected statues.

Ernest Hemingway is famous for his drinking, but he never said "write drunk, edit sober." Discover the true, surprising origin of this legendary literary myth.

Ernest Hemingway's personal library held more than 9,000 books. Discover some of the famous authors whose works earned a place on his shelves.

Originally adopted to hide traces of baldness and venereal disease, today the wig has become an indispensable part of English courtroom uniforms.

Here's what was really on the menu during the era that the 'Odyssey' takes place, from heavily diluted wine to honey, figs, and cheese.

What did the Apollo 11 astronauts eat on their historic journey to the moon? From freeze-dried chicken and rice to bacon cubes, here's what fueled the mission.

The word "mentor" has its roots in Greek mythology. Discover how a loyal friend of Odysseus—and the goddess Athena—gave us the modern term.

See which states have the longest and shortest average workweeks, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Ever wondered which 'Little House on the Prairie' character you're most like? Take our quiz to find out whether you're Laura, Mary, Charles, Caroline, and more.

From science and pop culture to everyday facts, how many of these classic pub trivia questions can you answer correctly?

There's nothing like an amusement park for thrills and fun. From Magic Kingdom to free-admission parks, here are America's best amusement parks, ranked by Tripadvisor.

Nelson Mandela buried his original handwritten copy of 'Long Walk to Freedom' in a vegetable patch on Robben Island. Here's the story of how his autobiography took decades and subterfuge to come to being.