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The British royal family has been dogged by conspiracy theories for more than 1000 years.

From secret love children to political assassinations to accusations of vampirism, the British royal family has been the subject of many bizarre conspiracy theories over the course of its history.

This bride is (perhaps unknowingly) following an old Swedish wedding tradition.

Showing your tush to the wedding photographer isn’t the strangest or most objectionable tradition people have dreamt up in the past few centuries.

The classic 1964 film earned a stronger classification thanks to two uses of a racial slur.

The Vinland Map courted controversy from the moment its discovery was announced.

Unravel the mystery of the Vinland Map—a controversial document that claimed Vikings arrived in North America before Columbus. Discover the truth now.

Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy in 'Pride and Prejudice' (1995).

You could own the costume that made Mr. Darcy’s lake scene so unforgettable.

A quartet of northern pintail ducks in flight.

Discover fascinating facts about ducks, from their adaptation to cold temperatures to their rude nesting habits.

The historic—and historical—grand opening of New York City's Brooklyn Bridge in May 1883.

Learn when to use historic vs. historical in English language. Find out the differences and similarities between the two terms.

Canines have inspired all kinds of words—and they’re not the only animals to have done so.

Animals have always been important to the lives and livelihoods of humans, so it’s no wonder they've left a mark on language.

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

“Polar exploration is at once the cleanest and most isolated way of having a bad time which has been devised,” he later wrote.

There's a super-sized history for this treat that keeps on giving.

Discover the fascinating history of fried potatoes, including French fries and their roots in France and Belgium. From tots to hashbrowns and more, the food origins behind these yummy side dishes may surprise you.

Waking up at the crack of dawn to catch a flight has its upsides.

Want a hassle-free trip? Catching an early morning flight can potentially save you time, stress, and energy.

With his catchphrase ‘veni, vidi, vici,’ Julius Caesar was saying much more than simply “I came, I saw, I conquered."

Those Illuminati rumors still haven't gone away, HOV ...

Whether it's about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce or Jay-Z’s part in the Illuminati, these music conspiracy theories are good for a laugh—and maybe a deep-dive on Reddit (or two).

Shellshocked? Nah. Shell-curious? Oh absolutely.

Discover the fascinating ways eggs provide everything a baby bird needs, including oxygen through a sophisticated system of membranes and air pockets.

Here are scores of words ending in ‘T’ that have never been the Wordle solution (yet).

People don‘t really carry their belongings on sticks.

Why do we expect bankrupt people to wear barrels, or bank robbers to carry money bags marked with dollar signs? Discover the origins of these odd visual clichés.

Rice can't save your iPhone from water damage, but other strategies can.

Looking for your next great slice of pizza? Listen to the experts.

Paying to access your own money seems wrong, but it's how everyone from your bank to your local bar cashes in.

Being this cute and well-liked takes a lot of work.

Curious about the most popular dog breed in your state? From feisty Chihuahuas to chill golden retrievers, discover which canine variety has your neighbors feeling the most captivated.