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An ice-free Antarctica is barely recognizable.

What Antarctica Looks Like Under All That Ice

If you've wondered what the land underneath Antarctica's ice actually looks like, science has an answer.

What Do the Different Uniform Colors Mean on ‘Star Trek’?

The different colored uniforms aboard the ‘Enterprise’ are about more than just looks.

Tiffany, Michael, Heather, Josh, and Jessica (or something like that).

The 100 Most Popular Baby Names from the ’80s

Are you a woman born in the 1980s? If so, there’s a pretty good chance your name is Jessica.

Christian Bale vs. Adam West | Celebrity Deathmatch

When MTV's ‘Celebrity Deathmatch’ Ruled the Ring

The stop-motion hit pitted celebrities in gory battles to the death.

Don't forget any of these items when you're heading out to get your picnic on.

20 Picnic Essentials To Pack for Your Next Outdoor Hangout

If you’re looking to have a perfectly prepared outdoor meal, the best picnic essentials featured here can help.

There's a good reason dogs sniff each other's butts.

Why Do Dogs Sniff Each Other's Butts?

Chemicals from special glands on a dog’s rear end tell other dogs a lot about them. Here’s why dogs sniff each other's butts.

It took Tolstoy a solid year to write the introduction to 'War and Peace.'

22 Novel Facts About ‘War and Peace’

Leo Tolstoy's epic novel is the literary equivalent of a marathon and features a battle scene that goes on for more than 20 chapters.

Little Caesars’ Pretzel Crust Pizza Is Back on the Menu

Another discontinued fast food item has been resurrected—and this one features cheddar cheese sauce.

Everything you wanted to know about the final episode of "Seinfeld" (but were afraid to ask).

11 Facts About Seinfeld’s ‘The Finale’

The hit sitcom’s final episode was polarizing—even among its cast and creators.

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.

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