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How well do you know these unforgettable numbers from 'Mamma Mia,' 'Rent,' and more? See if you can complete the song titles from these classic musicals with this quiz.
These hard would you rather questions will seriously spice up game night while helping you learn a whole lot more about your friends...and yourself.
Rainwater might seem like it’s yours for the taking, but local laws can make collecting it surprisingly complicated.
The Great Depression hit one region especially hard, and a historic drought made matters even worse.
All five answers to the questions have something in common. Can you figure it out?
Discover the Civil War origin behind the phrase "hold the fort," from General Sherman’s battle signals to popular gospel hymns.
The movie 'A Hard Day's Night' paved the way for the TV sitcom 'The Monkees,' which led to the success of the real band The Monkees.
Just how well do you know your comedy movies? Can you give us the name from the boss alone?
Discovered beneath the rubble of Ground Zero, a severely damaged Callery pear tree survived 9/11. Discover the incredible story of the Survivor Tree's recovery, return to the Memorial, and living legacy.
These plants have very real histories of healing and harm.
A German educator in the 1800s compared children to plants, and kindergarten was born!
The no. 1 most popular Girl Scout cookie reigned supreme in a whopping 24 states.
Before it became the world’s most satisfying packaging material, bubble wrap was designed for a completely different home decor trend.
How an irritating acquaintance became shorthand for a computer glitch.
The story of Orpheus and Eurydice is one of the most adapted in history. We examine eight versions crafted over the course of millennia.
Learn the moving story behind the daily white rose birthday tradition at the 9/11 Memorial in New York City.
Whimsical, magical, eerie, and witchy, these are the best movies to watch if you're seeking more after 'Practical Magic 2.'
Discover the last remaining section of the original World Trade Center subway concourse—a forgotten 1970s corridor preserved inside NYC's modern Oculus hub.