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Melanie Chartoff as Principal Grace Musso With Corin Nemec as "Parker Lewis Can't Lose"

The Brat Pack: When ‘Parker Lewis Can’t Lose’ Took on ‘Ferris Bueller’

In the fall of 1990, two shows about meta high-schoolers premiered. Only one would last through the holidays.

Are There Any Synonyms for the Word ‘Synonym’?

The answer is a bit complicated.

The Ferris wheel is as beloved today as it was when it first debuted in 1893.

The Origins of 15 Classic Carnival Rides

From the Ferris wheel to the Tilt-a-Whirl, carnival rides have some fascinating origin stories. Discover more about the history of these popular attractions here.

Paul Reubens in character as Pee-wee Herman.

10 Memorable PSAs That Attempted to Save Generation X

Whether it was a mustached dad, an egg in a frying pan, or Pee-wee Herman holding a crack vial, public service announcements pulled out all the stops to save Gen Xers' lives.

A bit of training will make going for a walk a lot easier.

How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling on Their Leash, According to a Professional Trainer

walks give dogs a chance for them to explore and interact with the environment around them. Here's how to stop them from dragging you along for the ride.

The 20 U.S. Cities American Tourists Love and Hate the Most

If you're planning a trip to a U.S. city, here are some destinations to consider—and some to possibly reconsider.

There‘s a scientific reason you love the smell of gas so much.

There’s a Scientific Reason Why Some People Love the Smell of Gasoline

If you find the pungent aroma of gas pleasant at the pump, you're not alone. Here's why fuel tickles your brain.

Guests look at a portrait of Henrietta Lacks.

How Henrietta Lacks Became the Mother of Modern Medicine

Though she died of cancer in 1951, Henrietta Lacks's immortal cells became the foundation for countless medical advancements.

17 Euphemisms for Sex From the 1800s

These 17 synonyms for sex earned a place in the ‘1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue.’

There are two main ways for getting a pimento inside an olive.

What Are Pimentos, And How Do They Get Inside Olives?

Until the early 1960s, pimentos were sliced and then stuffed into olives by hand.

20 ASL Signs You Don’t Want to Mix Up

While your Deaf friends might get a good laugh when you accidentally sign “f**k you” instead of “thank you,” it’s still best to know the correct signs when interacting within the Deaf community.

People in the 20th century had some odd anti-aging cures to consider.

10 of the 20th Century’s Strangest Anti-Aging Cures

From animal glands to radioactive water, these odd anti-aging cures involved more scheme than science.

Can't Stand a Certain App's New Icon? Your iPhone Will Let You Customize It

The website formerly known as Twitter has replaced its bird logo with an X, but there's a way for iPhone users to get the old icon back on their home screen.

Some string theorists predict at least 10 dimensions, most of which humans can’t perceive.

How Many Dimensions Are There in the Universe?

According to string theory, there are at least 10 dimensions of space, most of which are impossible for humans to perceive.

Chinese zoo denies their bear is a guy in a bear suit

A Zoo in China Denies It's Exhibiting a Human in a Bear Suit

A bear walking on its hind legs and sporting baggy skin has led to a wild theory.

The great white is one of more than 500 shark species.

31 Fascinating Facts About Sharks

Whether you’re a ‘Jaws’ fanatic or just want to live every week like it’s Shark Week, you'll want to read up on these fascinating facts about sharks.

If you've been here recently, this PSA is for you.

May Contain Rocks or Insects: Trader Joe’s Adds Falafel and Soup to Its List of Recalled Food Items

First it was almond cookies—now it’s Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup and Fully Cooked Falafel.

12 Famous Birthdays to Celebrate in August

A number of noteworthy historical figures were born in the month of August. We couldn’t possibly name them all, so here are just a handful of lives we’ll be celebrating.

You'd be surprised how many common tech terms get mispronounced.

The 20 Most Mispronounced Tech Terms May Surprise You

Discover the most commonly mispronounced tech terms and brand names, and settle once and for all whether it’s ”jif or ”gif.”

The Tragic Life of Clippy, the World's Most Hated Virtual Assistant

The happy little paper clip made Microsoft Office users absolutely miserable. Naturally, that didn't stop the internet from writing erotica about him.

Attention, Shoppers: Wawa Is Now Serving Pizza

The mythical Philly-based convenience store chain is now offering freshly-prepared pizza. But will anyone bite?

10 Brilliant Facts About Braille

Invented by Louis Braille in 1824, the tactile braille system has helped blind people read and write for nearly 200 years.

Can You Spot the UFO in This Space-Themed Brainteaser?

The truth is out there, but you may have to search every corner of the image before solving the puzzle.

Why Does ‘Of Course’ Mean ‘Yes’?

‘Of course’ is one of the most versatile ‘yes’ synonyms we have. But what does it actually mean?

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