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The Fourth Doctor (Tom Baker) battles the Daleks.

8 ‘Doctor Who’ Aliens That Used Surprisingly Realistic Technology

‘Doctor Who’ has featured hostile aliens using advanced technology to attack Earth since the BBC show premiered back in 1963.

Arizona judge Sandra Day O'Connor testifies at her confirmation as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States in 1981.

How Sandra Day O’Connor Beat the Odds, Ruled the Court, and Became the Most Powerful Woman in America

Discover how Sandra Day O’Connor overcame the odds to become the first female U.S. Supreme Court justice.

On December 1, 1955, a Bus Driver Had Rosa Parks Arrested—But It Wasn’t Their First Encounter

Rosa Parks changed the world on December 1, 1955, when she stood up for civil rights by sitting down. But who was the bus driver on the other side of history?

Red Lobster's shrimp deal has gone awry.

Red Lobster Reports $11 Million in Losses Because Customers Are Eating Way Too Much Unlimited Shrimp

The seafood giant promised patrons as much shrimp as they could eat. It turns out they could eat a lot.

Your cat loving giftee (and their cat) will thank you.

The Best Gifts for Cat Lovers

Need a unique gift for a cat lover? Check out these cat toys, treats, and more.

Recreate Buddy the Elf’s Iconic Breakfast Spaghetti With This Meal Kit

Buddy the Elf tops his spaghetti with syrup, marshmallows, and Pop-Tarts. You can, too.

There's a reason we favor these hues around the holidays.

Why Are Red and Green the Colors of Christmas?

While there may be no definite consensus on how red and green became the official colors of Christmas, there are a few interesting explanations.

10 Surprising Facts About Wham!’s “Last Christmas”

Over the course of his illustrious career, George Michael gave the world many gifts. One that keeps on giving is “Last Christmas,” the 1984 holiday classic by Wham!, Michael's pop duo with Andrew Ridgeley.

22 Fun Facts About ‘Elf’

The classic Will Ferrell Christmas movie celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2023.

A Los Angeles Book Club Has Spent 28 Years Reading James Joyce’s ’Finnegans Wake’ and Still Doesn’t Understand It

James Joyce once famously declared, “The demand that I make of my reader is that he should devote his whole life to reading my works.“ After 28 years, members of a Venice, California-based book club have come pretty close.

Now’s a good time—so good, so good, so good—to dig into the rich history of “Sweet Caroline.”

Unraveling the Many Mysteries of Neil Diamond’s ’Sweet Caroline’

Now’s a good time—so good, so good, so good—to dig into the rich history of Neil Diamond's iconic tune.

Kraft's plant-based mac and cheese is here.

Kraft's Classic Mac and Cheese Is Now Available Without Any Cheese

The neon orange comfort food now comes in a plant-based version.

Your Christmas tree can be the pop culture crossover event of the century.

13 of the Best Pop Culture Christmas Ornaments to Add to Your Tree This Year

From ‘Friends’ and ‘The Golden Girls’ to ‘Harry Potter’ and 'Star Wars,’ the best pop culture Christmas ornaments can work for every kind of fandom.

Why Does Santa Claus Give Coal to Bad Kids?

The tradition of giving misbehaving children lumps of coal predates the Santa Claus we know and love today.

Some of your favorite writers faced rejection.

20 Famous Authors and Their Rejections

From James Baldwin to Gertrude Stein and beyond, literature’s most celebrated authors have faced stinging and ruthless rejections.

11 Fierce Facts About Wolverines

These animals are elusive, and much about them remains mysterious—but here are a few things we do know.

You still have a chance to save on the season's best gifts.

The Best Cyber Week Deals You Can Still Shop at Amazon

Looking to save more? Even if you missed Black Friday and Cyber Monday, you can still take advantage of the best Amazon Cyber Week deals going strong from Breville, Fitbit, and other top brands.

Cats are being evicted from Old San Juan in Puerto Rico.

The National Park Service Wants to Shut Down ‘Disney World for Cats’ in Puerto Rico

Hundreds of strays roam a historic site. The NPS says they're a health hazard. Cat lovers disagree.

Part of a tablet—regarding wheat, animal hides, and other supplies—on display in the British Museum.

8 Illuminating Facts About the Vindolanda Tablets

The Vindolanda tablets tell us a lot about life in early Roman Britain.

Misconceptions About Popular Songs

Pop songs get misinterpreted all the time, and we're here to break down the real stories behind your favorite bops, from Nirvana to Bruce Springsteen.

There's no shame in dragging it to the car on a tarp.

These U.S. National Forests Let You Chop Down a Christmas Tree for $10 or Less

Here's how to get a national forest Christmas tree permit.

Think a human always has 206 bones? Think again.

4 Big Misconceptions About the Human Body

Considering how familiar we all are with the human body—since we all have one—there is a surprising number of enduring myths about it.

Give your favorite word nerd a gift they’ll love.

11 Thoughtful Gifts For Word Lovers

Whether they like books or word games, there's something on this list for the logophile in your life.

Why Do Dogs Howl at Sirens?

Don't worry: It's not because sirens hurt dogs’ sensitive ears.