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Grimm Prospects: Jack Grimm, the Eccentric Billionaire Hell-Bent On Finding the 'Titanic,' Bigfoot, and Noah's Ark

The oil tycoon tried to use a monkey named Titan to help find the sunken ship.

8 Fascinating Facts About Richard Matheson

Author Richard Matheson is often remembered for penning the novel 'I Am Legend,' but his influence on literature, film, and TV reaches far beyond that.

Charlotte Brontë's tiny book could net a huge windfall.

Small Wonder: A Newly Discovered Charlotte Brontë 'Tiny Book' Could Fetch $1.25 Million

The self-published book was long believed to be lost.

This guy won't come take your Oscar away.

What Happens If You Resign From the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences?

Will Smith’s AMPAS resignation prompted a lot of questions about resignee privileges. Here are some answers.

6 Movies That Almost Starred Robert Downey Jr.

Before he was one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars, Robert Downey Jr. famously lost some major gigs.

Do kids these days even know what this is?

AM vs. FM Radio: What’s the Difference?

And what do ‘AM’ and ‘FM’ stand for, anyway?

No matter what era you're in, your cat should be king.

22 Pieces of Medieval Pet Advice

Pet advice from the Middle Ages included enough Latin incantations, unusual remedies, and bizarre superstitions to fill a Great Dane.

25 Wild Facts About Alaska

4. There are many moose laws.

Gender-Neutral U.S. Passports Are Coming Soon

The gender rules for U.S. passports got loosened last year. Soon, they’ll be more inclusive than ever.

Cover of 'Nectar of the Gods' by Liv Albert and Thea Engst and illustrated by Sara Richard.

Drink Like Dionysus With This New Cocktail Book Filled With Recipes Inspired by Greek Mythology

Liv Albert, host of the podcast 'Let's Talk About Myths, Baby!,' has written a new cocktail book based on Greek mythology called 'Nectar of the Gods.'

The 10 Most Family-Friendly National Parks in the U.S.

From the Grand Canyon to Yellowstone, these are the best national parks for families traveling with kids.

Cat standing in front of ship's porthole window.

The Legend of Jenny, the 'Titanic' Cat Said to Have Predicted the Ship's Fate

Jenny the ship cat likely didn't make it off 'Titanic' alive, but according to one legend, she anticipated the disaster and saved the life of a crew member.

What's the Kennection? #3

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

Bill Nye rocks a bow tie from his line with Nick Graham at New York Fashion Week in 2016.

How Many Bow Ties Does Bill Nye Own?

Bill Nye donned his first bow tie long before he became the Science Guy.

Why Are Desert Sunsets So Colorful?

If you've ever watched the sun set in the desert, you may have noticed more spectacular colors than you're used to. There's a good reason for that.

Chihuahuas are small dogs with big personalities.

10 Facts About Chihuahuas

The American Kennel Club refers to this dog as “saucy,” and with good reason: Despite their small size, these dogs have a ton of personality.

Christian Bale stars in 'American Psycho' (2000).

The 22 Best Movie Soundtracks of the 2000s

From anachronistic rock songs in 'Moulin Rouge!' to various versions of Bob Dylan in 'I'm Not There,' the 2000s were a very good time for movie music.

Civitas Londinium, the oldest complete map of London.

The Oldest Complete Map of London, Dating Back 450 Years, Is Going on Display for the First Time Ever

Starting in April 2022, the oldest complete map of London will be displayed as part of a free exhibit.

Verizon Customers Are Receiving Spam Texts Sent From Their Own Numbers—Here’s What To Know

This particular phishing scam dangles a free gift in front of anyone who clicks the link in the spam text message. Don’t fall for it.

A piece of the Titanic's hull on display in San Francisco.

12 Artifacts Brought Up From the 'Titanic'

More than 5500 artifacts have been brought up since the first salvage trip to the 'Titanic' wreckage in 1987.

COVID can dramatically raise the risk of diabetes.

Even Mild Cases of COVID Can Lead to a 40 Percent Greater Risk of Diabetes

Coronavirus can attack insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, leading to low insulin sensitivity that can adversely affect how the body uses energy.

13 Facts About Boss Tweed

This archetypal corrupt politician was taken down by cartoons.

7 of History's Greatest Pranks

One common early prank was to send potential “fools” on impossible tasks—literally, on a fool’s errand. Here are a few more great pranks from history.

What Makes Sour Candy So Sour?

A special ingredient helps sour candy pack a mouth-puckering punch.

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