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

OCEARCH's map shows you what sharks are near (or more likely far from) you.

In 2009, the world was captivated by a little boy seemingly trapped in a runaway aircraft. As a new Netflix documentary reveals, the truth was a lot stranger.

America‘s favorites are looking pretty fruity.

What‘s the scoop on America‘s favorite ice cream flavors du jour? Find out here.

Are your old Beanie Babies worth serious cash? Here's how to tell.

Beanie Babies like the purple Princess Diana bear are sometimes listed for $900,000 on eBay. But how much money are the nostalgic toys really worth?

It's more than just a decorative choice.

It’s not a coincidence that so many porch ceilings are often painted blue in the South, and the history of why is even more fascinating.

Most firework shows feature an array of different effects.

Many of the fireworks you’re familiar with also have pretty common names. When in doubt, assume a display is named for a flower or animal.

Many brands have laid claim to the origin of Rocky Road, but a Kansan cookbook might disprove them all.

Some people made jokes; one person established the Nobel Prize.

Can you guess which novels are most popular?

Want to know what your state is reading this summer? Check out this map of the top-searched books and discover your next page-turner.

Spot a surplus of pumps in one small area? You're seeing Hotelling's Law in action.

Summer travel doesn't have to be a logistical nightmare.

These travel hacks from TikTok can make everything from planning to packing for your next summer vacation trip a lot easier.

This riddle dates back to 1959—can you figure out the answer?

These beloved sodas may seem similar, but they aren’t one and the same.

There's more to July 4th than just American independence.

Check out eight memorable events—from some notable births to coincidental deaths—that all took place on July 4.

This Lower Manhattan tour dives into the wild world of rats and the city‘s dirtiest secrets.

We love museums devoted to art, history, and science as much as the next person—but sometimes, our curiosity demands quirkier territory.

The Man with Bogarts Face 1980 Robert Sacchi Opening Scene

The so-called Bogus Bogie made a career out of his uncanny resemblance to the ‘Casablanca’ star.

Watch out for angry falcons on Acadia National Park’s Precipice Trail.

With their terrifying cliff drop-offs, extreme climates, and flimsy handholds, these hiking trails have caused more than a few close calls.

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

Surfers are used to getting mouthfuls of saltwater.

The salt in the ocean comes from two main sources: rocks on land and vents at the bottom of the sea.

The Detroit Riverfront features an accessible pathway.

Accessibility matters—see which cities are setting the standard for inclusive travel.

in H.T. Opsahl's classroom, bad kids faced serious repercussions.

In 1924, H.T. Opsahl sentenced disruptive kids to a high-voltage electric chair. Parents were not amused. Discover more about the origins of one of history's worst high school teachers here.

Killer whales are intelligent creatures, and scientists have recently discovered a new behavior among the species.

New research suggests orcas may be using kelp to connect with each other and even exfoliate.

What’s the Kennection? #174

Track Great White Sharks and More With This Interactive Map

Up in the Air: When ‘Balloon Boy’ Took Flight

10 of the Most Valuable Beanie Babies That Could Be Hiding in Your Attic

Why Do So Many Porches in the South Have Blue Ceilings?

10 Dazzling Fireworks Effects You Should Know

The Conflicting Stories Behind The Invention of Rocky Road Ice Cream

How 5 Influential People Responded to False Reports of Their Death

Mapped: Every State’s Most-Searched Summer Reads

Why Are Gas Stations So Close to One Another?

5 of the Best Summer Travel Hacks We Got From TikTok

Can You Solve This Old-Timey Riddle? #45

Root Beer vs. Birch Beer vs. Sarsaparilla: What’s the Difference?

8 Other Things That Happened on July 4

This ‘Garbage and Rats’ Tour Highlights New York City’s Rodent Residents

The Best Offbeat Museum to Visit in All 50 States

Robert Sacchi, the Man Who Looked Exactly Like Humphrey Bogart

12 of America’s Most Dangerous Hikes

Definition Detective Quiz #44

Why Are Oceans Salty?

The 10 Most Accessible Cities in the U.S.

H.T. Opsahl, History’s Worst High School Teacher

Orca Whales Seen Giving Each Other Exfoliating Kelp “Massages”