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Rogue waves have the power to sink freighters.

10 Surprising Facts About Rogue Waves

These freak waves are rare and unpredictable—and are believed to have caused numerous shipwrecks.

A Taylor Swift–Themed Cat Art Show Is Coming to CatCon

Karma is a cat … art show. (No, that’s literally the title of the exhibition.)

The Zany History of Mini Golf

Whether you call it mini golf, putt putt, or a cheap date, miniature golf has been popular since the 19th century.

Grant Wood’s ‘American Gothic’ at The Art Institute Of Chicago.

15 Things You Might Not Know About ‘American Gothic’

While this deceptively simple portrait has clearly captured the imagination of the nation, the story behind its creation and rise to fame makes it all the more compelling.

Meditating is one way people cope with air travel. The other is alcohol.

Afraid of Flying? A New Service Lets You Chat With a Pilot to Ease Your Fears

Dial a Pilot lets you quiz pilots about everything from turbulence to weird noises.

10 Terrifyingly Huge Birds You Should Know

The biggest birds on Earth stand taller than the average human and have the attitude to match. Here are 10 intimidating-looking species from around the world.

Sarah Snook, Elizabeth Banks, Geraldine Viswanathan, and Zach Galifianakis in promotional image for "The Beanie Bubble" (2023).

‘The Beanie Bubble’: How Ty Warner Tricked the World Into Buying Into the Beanie Baby Craze

Before watching 'The Beanie Bubble', learn the true story behind the Beanie Baby craze that swept the world in the 1990s.

A detail from ‘Napoleon Crossing the Alps’ by Jacques-Louis David

15 Epic Facts About Napoleon Bonaparte

One of the most fascinating figures to ever live was born 246 years ago.

Marylanders pledge allegiance to Old Bay.

What Is Old Bay Seasoning, Anyway?

The original Old Bay seasoning recipe had dozens of ingredients—but McCormick’s current one is shrouded in secrecy.

‘Estás como una cabra’ means “you are like a goat.”

20 Spanish Idioms You’ll Love

If you want to take your Spanish to the next level (or el siguiente nivel), why not brush up on these idioms?

~Check out~ a few of these overdue tomes.

11 Ridiculously Overdue Library Books That Were Finally Returned

Next time you bring back a library book a few days past its due date, know that your fine could have been a lot worse.

The location of a car's gas tank can be a guessing game.

Why Aren't Car Gas Tanks Always on the Same Side?

To annoy you? Possibly. For other good reasons, like keeping you alive? Also yes.

There's more to being a UPS driver than you may think.

18 Secrets of UPS Drivers

What’s it really like to be a UPS driver? Here are some little-known facts from drivers who did their time.

The Reason Why Manhole Covers Are Round

There are a few reasons why manhole covers around round. Here's how to answer if it ever comes up.

These Are America's 20 Best Cities for Birdwatching

You don't have to leave the city to have a successful birdwatching experience.

If You Bought A&W Root Beer in the Past 7 Years, the Company Might Owe You Money

Do you feel wronged by A&W? You might be entitled to compensation.

5 Ways Catherine the Great Changed Russia

From arts and education to coups and annexations, there’s no doubt that Catherine the Great did more than history gives her credit for.

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Map showing etiquette practices from around the world.

The World's Most Peculiar Etiquette Practices, Mapped

Study this map of global etiquette rules before your next trip abroad.

15 Commonly Misheard Phrases That Actually Make Sense

Is it coleslaw or cold slaw? Deep-seated or deep-seeded? There are right answers, but the wrong ones seem kind of right, too.

A Cool History of Ice Cream

James Madison's wife was partial to oyster ice cream.

41 Fascinating Phobias, Explained

From acrophobia (the fear of heights) to zuigerphobia (the fear of vacuum cleaners), there are plenty of things to be scared of—rationally or otherwise.

What's the Kennection? #70

All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?

Amazon Prime Day is almost here—and these tips can help you save even more money.

These 8 Shopping Hacks Will Help You Score the Best Deals on Amazon Prime Day 2023

You can save big money during Prime Day 2023, but you have to know where to look.

A new Alzheimer's drug shows promise for those in the early stages of the disease.

The FDA Has Just Given Rare Approval to a New Alzheimer's Drug, Leqembi—Here's What We Know So Far

Leqembi could slow the progression of Alzheimer's, but the side effects can be severe.

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