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Woolly mammoths may have existed alongside humans for millennia, according to one study.

How Mammoth Poop Is Changing What We Know About Their Extinction

When did woolly mammoths go extinct? Their fossilized bones say one thing, but their poop paints a messier picture.

14 Fascinating Facts About Phillis Wheatley

Phillis Wheatley was the American colonies’ first Black poet and second woman to publish a book of poems. Here are more facts about her.

Your love of dipping fries in milkshakes can be explained by science.

The Surprising Science Behind Why People Dip Fries in Milkshakes

It seems to go against logic, but the appeal of milkshake-dipped French fries is backed by the science of taste.

Colson Whitehead, Jhumpa Lahiri, and John Updike are among the novelists who have won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.

7 Pulitzer Prize-Winning Novelists

The authors on the list are just a few whose novels have nabbed the prestigious prize since it began being awarded in 1918.

8 Adorable Animals That Are Surprisingly Violent

They’re cute. They’re cuddly. But beware: these undeniably adorable animals are dangerous.

Ever wondered how the front passenger seat of a car came to be called "shotgun"?

Why is the Passenger Seat Called "Shotgun"?

John Wayne had a little to do with it.

DNA Analysis of Beethoven’s Hair Reveals New Clues About His Death

The composer suffered from hearing loss and a number of mysterious ailments before his death at age 56. His hair is providing some answers.

A black bear cub stunting for the camera.

Dream Job Alert: New Mexico Is Looking for “Professional Bear Huggers”

Conservation officers for New Mexico’s Department of Game and Fish may get to cuddle a bear cub every once in a while.

There are several ways you can try to reduce your dog’s anxiety.

10 Expert Tips for Calming an Anxious Dog

We spoke to several veterinary behavior experts to learn how to keep anxious dogs calm, no matter the scenario.

Want to shop from women-owned businesses? This Amazon hub is a great resource.

Amazon’s Women’s History Month Hub Page Highlights Small Businesses and Handmade Products

You can learn about new women-owned businesses through Amazon's Women’s History Month hub page.

Sharing food can heighten your own perception of it.

The Reason Food Off Someone Else’s Plate Always Seems to Taste Better, According to Science

Swiping a French fry can trigger a thought process that can make it even more delicious.

Don't worry—you're not the only one who finds the definitions of these words hard to remember.

10 Words With Difficult-to-Remember Meanings

Sometimes there are words that you've seen, read, and maybe even used in conversation whose meaning you can never keep straight.

10 Fast Facts About Wilma Rudolph

Wilma Rudolph made history as a Black woman athlete at the 1960 Rome Olympics, becoming the first American woman to win three gold medals at one Olympics.

Cherry blossoms as seen from Central Park's Reservoir, with the El Dorado in the background.

Central Park’s Cherry Blossom Tracker Tells You When the Trees Are in Peak Bloom

Washington, D.C. is a cherry blossom explosion, sure. But the cherry trees in NYC’s Central Park are pretty nice, too.

Red wine and cranberry poached pears with mascarpone.

How to Turn Pears and Red Wine Into an Elegant Dessert

This poached pears recipe is a great dessert for people who don’t like to bake.

There Are Fewer Colors in This Tricky Gas Pump Optical Illusion Than You Might Think

The gas pumps in this optical illusion don’t change color from row to row.

Don't worry, this really is the Japanese flag.

Misconceptions About Japan

In the minds of many people in the West, Japan is a crowded, tech-obsessed country with unfamiliar habits and unhinged game shows. But how much do those perceptions align with reality?

Finland’s Happiness Masterclass Is a Free 4-Day Trip to a Luxury Resort—Here’s How to Apply

The world’s happiest country wants to teach us all how to live more like Finns.

Robert Shaw, Robert Redford, and Paul Newman in The Sting (1973).

The 25 Greatest Revenge Movies of All Time

As Khan Noonien Singh once said, “revenge is a dish best served cold,” and cinema is filled with stories where vengeance and retribution gets served with chilling brutality and precision. Here are 25 of the best of those tales.

“[They] forced the conqueror of conquerors ... to retreat and leave them in possession of the field.”

The Time Napoleon Was Attacked by Rabbits

History tells us that Napoleon’s most upsetting defeat came at Waterloo. But it may have actually occurred eight years earlier, after the French emperor was attacked by a relentless horde of rabbits.

Treasure Island: The Enduring Enigma of Tucker’s Cross

Finding a highly valuable treasure is one thing. Keeping it is another.

Work these greetings into conversations.

20 Terrific Alternatives to “Hello”

Why be boring when there are so many other ways to greet a person and forge a unique connection?

93 Fascinating Facts About William Shatner

From cruising the outer reaches of space to having his genitals grabbed by Koko the gorilla, William Shatner has led an incredible life.

April's hybrid solar eclipse will be even more impressive than this partial eclipse.

An Ultra-Rare Hybrid Solar Eclipse is Coming in April

On April 20, 2023, you can partake in one of the rarest types of eclipses: a hybrid solar eclipse.

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