Jake Rossen

Jake Rossen is a writer, editor, and curator of fine comic strip art. (Except Garfield.) His byline can be found within the pages of The New York Times, ESPN.com, Wired.com and a slew of health and fitness-related publications.

Your Friend 'Til the End: An Oral History of Child's Play

How Chucky from 'Child's Play' went from a satire of the Cabbage Patch Kids to a tiny titan of terror.... READ ON

Hey, Moe: Three Stooges Items From the Howard Family Are Coming to Auction

The head Stooge amassed hundreds of photos, documents, and other material over his lifetime. Here's your chance to own his passport or some of his poetry.... READ ON

Dream Job Alert: You Can Live and Work in Yellowstone National Park This Fall

If you're willing to do some housekeeping, you can earn an hourly wage and accommodations at Yellowstone National Park for five weeks beginning in September.... READ ON

FDA Is Warning Against Fecal Transplants After Person Dies From E. Coli Infection

The experimental treatment can resolve serious gastrointestinal infections, but the fecal matter must be thoroughly tested for potential pathogens, the FDA warns.... READ ON

The Reason Why 'Doritos Breath' Stopped Being a Problem

The popular tortilla snack had a reputation for leaving consumers with rancid breath. In 1992, the problem disappeared. Here's why.... READ ON

A Rare Blue Lobster Ended Up in a Cape Cod Restaurant

Just one in two million lobsters have a distinctive blue shell, which often gives them a reprieve from being served up as someone's dinner.... READ ON

A 12-Year-Old Designed a Teddy Bear to Make IV Infusions Less Scary for Kids

After feeling uneasy about IV treatment for her autoimmune disease, 12-year-old Ella Casano decided to give her IV pole a makeover.... READ ON

Letters by Otto Frank, Anne Frank's Father, Are Being Digitized for the First Time

In the 1970s, Otto Frank took up correspondence with a pen pal from California. His letters reveal his thoughts on his daughter Anne's legacy and his determination to keep her memory alive.... READ ON

8 Facts About The Real Ghostbusters

The animated series aired from 1986 to 1991 and helped keep interest in the 'Ghostbusters' franchise alive between feature films.... READ ON

The UK Wants to Use 'Noise Cameras' to Crack Down on Loud Cars and Bikes

With residents complaining of modified cars and motorbikes creating noise pollution, UK officials are looking to identify offenders with microphones—and issue fines.... READ ON

Sacramento Has Renamed a Local Park After Reading Rainbow Host LeVar Burton

The 'Star Trek' actor and 'Reading Rainbow' host was honored this week by his hometown of Sacramento with a park that now bears his name.... READ ON

Laura Yeager Is Making History as the First Woman to Lead a U.S. Army Infantry Division

Brigadier General Laura Yeager will become the first woman to lead the California National Guard's 40th Infantry Division in its century-long history.... READ ON

The Next Fashion Trend? Clothes You Hardly Need to Wash

Odor-resistant clothing needs fewer washings and could help reduce water consumption. But will consumers accept it?... READ ON

The 11 Best Action Movies on Netflix Right Now

Netflix has plenty of options for the action fan, from martial arts classics to an adventure classic starring Meryl Streep. Check out some of the best and most explosive movies you can stream right now.... READ ON

The Reason So Many Pizza Chains Sell Chicken Wings

The popular side dish wasn't always a part of pizzerias. It took one bold parlor in Buffalo, New York to change pizza history.... READ ON

12 Spine-Tingling Facts About Tales From the Crypt

HBO’s 'Tales from the Crypt'—which premiered on June 10, 1989—was one of the few television shows where A-list Hollywood talent appeared.... READ ON

The FBI Once Tested Hair to Determine If It Belonged to Bigfoot

The agency recently released documents revealing it had tested at least two samples of hair purporting to belong to Bigfoot. The results were surprising.... READ ON

Was Mona Lisa Faking Her Smile?

Leonardo da Vinci's famous painting features a woman smiling. Now, some neuroscientists argue that the artist may have purposely added an insincere smirk that wasn't present on the model's face.... READ ON

10 Facts About Alfred Hitchcock Presents

The anthology series that argued crime does pay aired from 1955 to 1965 and made Hitchcock a bonafide celebrity.... READ ON

The Rise, Fall, and Resurgence of the Fanny Pack

Despite being the butt of jokes, the fanny pack has been around for thousands of years, and will likely be around for thousands more.... READ ON

The Reason Why Dryer Sheets Are Toxic to Cats and Dogs

The dryer sheets found in laundry hampers aren't safe for cats or dogs to ingest or even touch. Here's why.... READ ON

Michelin's Puncture-Proof Tire Prototype Could Make Flats a Thing of the Past

The tire company's airless prototype could eliminate the problem of flats and dramatically reduce waste created by damaged and discarded tires.... READ ON

7 Facts About Hungry Hungry Hippos

For more than 40 years, millions of kids have used plastic hippos to chomp down on marbles in the only board game to reward gluttony.... READ ON

The Best Way to Wash Your Fruits and Veggies

A quick rinse isn't always ideal. Here's how to keep bacteria on your fresh fruits and vegetables at bay.... READ ON

Drinking Lots of Coffee Won't Damage Your Arteries, According to a New Study

A new study looked at the heart scans of more than 8000 coffee drinkers and found no evidence the subjects had an increased risk of potential heart problems.... READ ON

Apocalypse Town: The Doomsday Disciples of Stelle, Illinois

In the 1970s, people flocked to the tiny Illinois town in anticipation of the world's end. It didn't go as planned.... READ ON

11 Stylish Furniture Pieces You Can Buy on Amazon Right Now

Amazon carries a surprisingly diverse selection of furniture at great prices. Here are 11 of the best.... READ ON

Charmin Thinks Its Forever Roll Is the Perfect Toilet Paper for Millennials

The company's Forever roll of toilet paper is up to 12 inches in diameter, reducing the need to change rolls.... READ ON

A 9-Year-Old is Raising Thousands of Dollars to Outfit Police Dogs with Bulletproof Vests

Brady Snakovsky of Strongsville, Ohio is helping raise funds for K-9 dogs in need of protective vests.... READ ON

Someone Wound Up in the ER for Drinking Too Much Licorice Root Tea

Licorice root extract can lead to lowered potassium levels in the body, spiking blood pressure to dangerous levels.... READ ON

Cart Your Beach Gear in a Chair That Doubles As a Wagon

The Mac Sports Beach Day Lounger makes it easy to carry all of your beach gear. When you settle in, it unfolds to become a beach chair lounger.... READ ON

The Reason We Celebrate Flag Day

Support for this sometimes-overlooked holiday was ignited during the Civil War. But there was a commercial purpose behind it.... READ ON

Why Are There Two National Doughnut Days?

For Homer Simpson, every day is doughnut day. For the rest of us, there are two—one in June and one in November. But why?... READ ON

Tony Soprano's New Jersey Home Hits the Market for $3.4 Million

The sprawling 5600-square-foot home was used 30 to 50 times during filming of 'The Sopranos.' Owner Victor Recchia considers it less a real estate listing and more of a piece of television memorabilia.... READ ON

15 Incredibly Specific Kitchen Gadgets You Didn't Know You Needed

Make meal prep easier—and more fun—with 15 unique gadgets guaranteed not to collect dust in your kitchen cupboards.... READ ON

A Fad to Dye For: The Brief Life of Hypercolor Clothing

The novelty shirts, shorts, and pants were one of the hottest clothing items of 1991, with a special dye that changed color in response to temperature changes. Before long, Hypercolor proved to be too popular for its own good.... READ ON

This Magnetic Key and Wallet Organizer Will Get You Out the Door Faster

The Ferris line of personal item organizers allows you to grab only the things you need, leaving behind the things you don't.... READ ON

Meet Jonathan, the 187-Year-Old Tortoise and the World's Oldest Land Animal

The giant Seychelles tortoise, who resides on the island of Saint Helena, is closing in on the two-century mark.... READ ON

The 15 Best Documentaries on Netflix Right Now

For the best documentaries, Netflix has no equal. Here are some of the most riveting films currently streaming.... READ ON

10 Things You Might Not Know About Walt Whitman

Walt Whitman, the famed author of 'Leaves of Grass,' was a bit of a health nut—and really enjoyed hanging out in the nude.... READ ON

Chimps Have Been Spotted Chowing Down on Tortoises

The chimps enjoyed picking up tortoises and cracking open their hard shells against a tree before devouring their meaty interior.... READ ON

The Reason Why We Sing in the Shower

The urge to pretend you're the lead singer of Journey while bathing is no accident. Showers are ideal places to optimize your vocal range.... READ ON

Here's the Best Way to See New York's Manhattanhenge Sunset

One of New York's most beautiful sights is right around the corner—or, straight down the street toward New Jersey.... READ ON

Igloo's New Cooler is Totally Biodegradable

The Igloo Recool is made of recycled paper pulp, holds up to 12 beverage cans, and resists water for up to five days.... READ ON

World Health Organization Updates 'Burnout' in Its List of Medical Diagnoses

The health agency has better defined workplace-related stress known as burnout so physicians can make a more accurate diagnosis.... READ ON

8 Facts About the Stonewall Riots 50 Years Later

Civil rights tensions came to a boiling point on June 28, 1969, when patrons of a gay club in Greenwich Village stood up to police looking to enforce discriminatory laws. The effects of the conflict can still be felt 50 years later.... READ ON

12 Things You Might Not Know About Elton John

Elton John's career has spanned five decades and dozens of hits. And he still does weddings. Find out some other details about the man born Reginald Kenneth Dwight.... READ ON

Fighting Words: The Navajo Code Talkers of World War II

During World War II, the Marine Corps turned to the Navajos and their complex language to create a code no one could crack.... READ ON

David Lynch Drew a Damn Fine Map of Twin Peaks, Washington

The celebrated director and artist drew a map of his famous small town so his actors had a point of reference.... READ ON

Rhode Island Approves Bill to Create an Animal Abuser Registry

The bill would require people convicted of animal cruelty to be registered in a database that would prevent them from owning another animal for 15 years.... READ ON

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