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Giant piles of nasty, filthy snow will still line your streets, long after the most recent winter storm. What gives?

See how well you remember quotes from the ‘Harry Potter’ series.

Cooking kids was not a tradition (but sending strange cards was).

For many Victorians, parties, dancing, and festive spirits were staples of New Year’s celebrations. Yet there were many other odd, quaint, and charming customs that for the most part are no longer with us.

The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper Celebration At Abbey Road Studios

There have been many great examples throughout vinyl history, with artists recording sound in the groove.

History has seen an assortment of colorful kooks, quacks, and snake oil salesmen who tried to convince the public they could smoke, chew, or drug themselves to a thinner physique.

New data shows the states that feel the most alone during the winter holiday stretch.

Pan seared filet mignon with red wine and pomegranate pan sauce

Didn’t manage to get a dinner reservation for New Year’s Eve? Look no further than this delicious recipe for pan-seared filet mignon with red wine and pomegranate pan sauce that you can make from home.

Be careful out there!

End-of-year smooching has roots in the parties of ancient Rome, but Thomas Edison had a part to play, too.

You might know all the recent Disney movies, but how well do you remember these classics?

He would never mix up the below phrases.

Is it bald faced lie, or bold faced lie? Coming down the pike? Or pipe? Coleslaw, or cold slaw?

“Migrant Mother” photograph by Dorothea Lange

These photos paint a picture of tragic times throughout history, but against all odds, the subjects overcame adversity and created lives for themselves.

When it’s time to say goodbye to this year’s Christmas tree, don’t just dump it in the trash. Try one of these eco-friendly methods instead.

Eastern Sierra mountains near Mammoth Lakes, California

Looking to plan a trip for 2026? These eight cities are ideal for hikers.

You should absolutely watch these cozy movies this winter season.

Raw salmon sushi is a relatively recent culinary creation.

This list may not make you feel old—but it probably will warp your sense of time.

These familiar words and sayings, such as ableism, couch potato, and more, aren’t as old as you might think.

Disney tends to use patterns when deciding how to open their movies. Can you tell which scene starts off each classic film?

Forget images of glittery champagne bottles and fireworks bursting over snow-covered cities. From dancing pigs to unnerving children, these vintage postcards were a more unusual way to ring in the new year.