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Of all Tomie dePaola’s books, ‘Strega Nona’ is by far the most beloved. Here are seven things you might not have known about the story.

Nuclear Bunker, Land Lying To The East Of Longridge Lane SK17 8AE

Now is your chance to own an important part of British history.

Watching your cat chase a laser pointer is undeniably hilarious, but these popular pet toys remain controversial. Here’s what the experts say.

Tropical Storm Debby came with a storm surge warning in Florida's Big Bend region in 2024.

Wind isn’t the only danger a hurricane can bring to coastal communities. Storm surges are often more destructive.

Like all great things, this classic snack doesn't last forever.

Discover whether or not popcorn expires, plus how long you can keep that bag you took home from the movie theater before it’s time to toss it out.

Be mindful of what you do with your chopsticks.

We’ve gathered a few tips to ensure you’re following the proper food etiquette when traveling to various countries.

In the '90s, Russian kids coveted unauthorized Nintendo systems with an elephant mascot named Dendy.

LEGO is showing customers it cares about the environment.

The iconic toy company plans to reduce its environmental impact.

Not only is there a chronic shortage of organ donations in the U.S.—there multiple myths about the process.

Champagne, caviar, and a “kerosene-like” smell made a supersonic flight aboard the Concorde one to remember.

A breathtaking view of Wosnesenski Lake in Alaska’s Kachemak Bay State Park.

These state parks are definitely worth the trip, according to reviewers on Tripadvisor.

He wants you to learn about the symbol’s history.

Uncle Sam is an easily recognizable piece of wartime propaganda. And legend says he was based off a real person—though that may not actually be the case.

This riddle dates back to the 19th century—can you figure it out?

That little pocket was originally intended to hold something else.

The tiny little pocket on your jeans, the hole in your pot handle, and the drawer under your oven were designed with specific purposes in mind.

Introducing the inflatable chair you didn't know you needed.

What's in a name? A lot of pronunciation mistakes.

From Sean to Anne, these names confound speakers around the world.

From London to Beijing, you may not know as much as you think about these world-class cities.

People had some interesting ideas about eels (top) and lamprey (bottom).

This excerpt from Ben Gazur’s book ‘A Feast of Folklore: The Bizarre Stories Behind British Food,’ out September 19 in the UK and November 19 in the U.S., dives into some unusual history.