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The interior of Le Bon Marché, the oldest department store in the world.

11 of the Oldest Continuously Operated Stores From Around the World

The oldest stores in the world have been in business for hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of years.

The wreck of the RMS Titanic at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean.

Watch Newly Released Footage of the ‘Titanic’ Wreck Shot in 1986

In honor of the 25th anniversary of James Cameron’s ‘Titanic,’ WHOI has released never-before-seen footage of the real-life shipwreck.

Need new earbuds? You won't want to tune out this deal.

You Can Get Apple AirPods Pro Earbuds for Their Lowest Price of the Year

Crank up the tunes (and save) with this Amazon deal on Apple’s second generation AirPods Pro earbuds.

'Sesame Street' has been entertaining, and educating, kids since 1969.

The 50 Longest-Running TV Shows of All Time

From daytime soap operas to late-night comedy programs, these are the longest-running TV shows in entertainment history.

Palate vs. Palette vs. Pallet: What’s the Difference?

Here are some mnemonic devices to help you master this triple homophonic whammy.

'The Mysteries' marks Bill Watterson's return to publishing.

'Calvin and Hobbes' Creator Bill Watterson Returns With an 'Illustrated Fable for Grown-Ups'

Bill Watterson left the comics pages in 1995. A new fantasy fable marks his return to storytelling after a 28-year sabbatical.

Know how to respond the next time someone tells you the bogus origins of the phrase 'bring home the bacon.'

12 Widely Repeated Phrase Origins, Debunked

The stories behind these phrase origins are amazing. Too bad they’re not true—and too bad they’re often repeated as fact. Here’s the real scoop behind the expressions.

An eastern hellbender, North America's largest salamander.

Raisin' Hellbenders: How Scientists Are Saving North America's Largest Salamander

A team of dedicated scientists is raising eastern hellbenders and releasing them into rivers, helping these ample amphibians to survive.

7 Facts About Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes'

The first collection of Holmes stories was unwelcome in the Soviet Union, which banned it for 'occultism.'

A Flight Attendant Explains the Clever Reason You Should Put One Shoe in Your Hotel Safe

It could be the sole reason you avoid hassle on your next trip.

10 Foods That Never (or Almost Never) Expire

Stocking up on chow for a potential emergency? If want food that will last for the long haul, reach for one of these endurance champs.

With these delicious alonds, I thee wed...

Why People Give Out Jordan Almonds at Weddings

The candy-coated almonds are a traditional part of many Greek, Italian, and Middle Eastern wedding celebrations.

After you count your candles, find out how many other people share your birthday.

How Common Is Your Birthday? An Interactive Map Can Tell You

If you were born on September 9, you are far from alone.

If you're looking for an easy way to reduce your e-waste, this hub can help.

This Hidden Amazon Page Makes It Easier to Fix, Recycle, or Trade in Your Old Tech Gadgets

The Amazon Second Chance hub helps take the guesswork out of recycling, fixing, or trading in old tech products.

25 Fascinating Facts About Daylight Saving Time

Love it or hate it, daylight saving time means you have to reset your clocks twice a year and either gain or lose an hour of sleep.

ELIZA lent a sympathetic ear, though the program pre-dated monitors.

'Please Tell Me Your Problem': Remembering ELIZA, the Pioneering '60s Chatbot

Before ChatGPT, a novel computer program by an MIT professor offered a virtual therapy session.

13 Incredible Facts About Frederick Douglass

The list of Frederick Douglass's accomplishments is astonishing—respected orator, famous writer, abolitionist, civil rights leader, presidential consultant—even without considering that he was formerly enslaved.