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Big Macs: Filling your stomach, emptying your wallet.

Here’s How Much a Big Mac Costs Around the World

Calories? About the same. Price? It can double depending on where you are in the world.

10 Inspiring Facts About Marian Anderson

Marian Anderson, a gifted contralto, was one of the most famous singers of all time, interpreting everything from Black spirituals to Italian opera.

Think twice before removing that bottle cap before you recycle.

Why You Should Always Leave the Cap on a Plastic Bottle Before You Recycle It

Many of us were taught to crush plastic bottles and leave the cap off. As it turns out, that isn't such an eco-friendly approach.

Orange you glad we're going to tell you what word rhymes with orange?

24 Notoriously Unrhymable Words (That Actually Have Rhymes)

Stop the presses—there is a rhyme for orange, and for purple. You just have to get creative (and maybe a little scientific).

Laudanum was used by a number of writers and artists in the Victorian Era.

The Lure of Laudanum, the Victorians’ Favorite Drug

In an era before modern medicine, laudanum and other opium derivatives became seen as wonder drugs.

Knott’s Berry Farm bills itself as “America’s First Theme Park.”

9 Fun Facts About Knott’s Berry Farm

From its humble beginnings as a tiny berry farm to its current status as one of Southern California’s premier family theme parks, Knott’s Berry Farm has a rich history.

Can You Spot the Engagement Ring Hidden Among the Watches?

When it comes to popping the question, timing is everything—and this hidden image puzzle is a good reminder.

There’s no denying how cute red pandas are.

12 Facts About Red Pandas

Red pandas have always lived in the shadow of the other, more famous panda. But now it’s time to give them their due.

King Charles III’s Favorite Car Runs on Wine and Cheese

His beloved Aston Martin uses a biofuel composed of 85 percent bioethanol and 15 percent unleaded petrol.

See How People Reacted to 'Dungeons & Dragons' in the 1980s

With 'Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves' hitting theaters, it's easy to forget the game's controversial past.

5 TV Stars You Probably Didn’t Know Were Missing a Finger

No, the Simpsons don’t count.

(Left to right) Iwan Rheon, Morfydd Clark, and Rhys Ifans.

25 Welsh Names You’re Probably Mispronouncing

If you think the pronunciation of the Welsh name ‘Rhys’ matches that of the word ‘rise,’ this article is for you.

Agatha Christie's work is under fresh scrutiny.

Agatha, Edited: Mystery Author Agatha Christie’s Work Is Being Reworked to Remove Objectionable Content

Some passages from Agatha Christie’s library are being eliminated in an effort to address concerns over alleged xenophobia and racist descriptions.

How did these delicious drinks make their way into your cup?

A Brief (But Complicated) History of Coffee and Tea

Collectively, coffee and tea have been credited as catalysts for everything from the Enlightenment to the Opium Wars.

These award-winning books are worth adding to your reading list.

13 Must-Read Books by Women’s Prize for Fiction Winners

Here are some of the most unforgettable books to earn the Women’s Prize for Fiction from celebrated authors like Zadie Smith, Téa Obreht, and others.

This Simple Hack Makes Cold Butter Packets Soft and Spreadable

If your bread basket comes with cold butter packets, use this hack to make them spreadable.

Don’t let your favorite pop star drain your bank account.

The Best Time to Buy Concert Tickets

There is a way to get those elusive tickets without the opening-day frenzy and having to empty your bank account—it all comes down to knowing when to buy concert tickets.

There have been major advancements in Oreo science.

Plot Twist: Science Has Figured Out If You Can Split an Oreo Cookie Perfectly

Researchers at MIT looked at "postmortem crème distribution" to see if two Oreo wafers can have an equal amount of filling after being twisted.

A word for sudden pain was made by reversing the word 'hooray.'

10 Backwards Words That Ended Up In The Dictionary

From allerednic to yob, these ananyms and semi-ananyms have backed their way into the dictionary.

Some cheese should be treated with suspicion.

What's the White Stuff on Cheese?

There's a fine line between delicious and disgusting.

To stay plugged in, or not to stay plugged in? That is the question.

Is It Bad to Leave Your Laptop Plugged In All the Time?

A weak battery can make a perfectly good laptop unusable. This is a common problem for laptop owners, and there are plenty of tips out there for how to prevent it—just be careful about which advice you follow.

8 Things You Might Not Know About 'Catch-22' Author Joseph Heller

Heller's irreverent outlook on life was shaped by his experiences as a bombardier pilot in World War II—and lots of dinners with Mel Brooks.

What's the Kennection? #55

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

Alicia Silverstone, Brittany Murphy, and Stacey Dash in 'Clueless' (1995).

The 25 Best High School Movies

Whether you loved high school or hated it, filmmakers seem determined to give you as many opportunities as possible to relive it.

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