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Skunks get a bad rap, but there’s amazing chemistry and behavior behind these adorable animals.

Egress windows are built for one very specific purpose: keeping you alive.

Brushing up on some boring window terminology could mean the difference between life and death. (Seriously.)

‘Star Trek’ wasn't host to TV’s first interracial kiss, but it’s the one people tend to remember.

William Shatner’s lip lock with Nichelle Nichols wasn't TV’s first interracial kiss, but it might have been the most controversial.

Hint: No presidents were born in the White House.

It’s easy to name the state most associated with a president, but can you name his actual birthplace?

Wearing your favorite old pair of camouflage shorts on a Caribbean cruise could put a real damper on your vacation.

A 15th-century queen might have something to do with it. Plus, why the heck vampires have them.

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

Fallout shelters experienced explosive growth the early 1960s.

Fears of nuclear war led to a fleeting craze for fallout shelters stocked with crackers, body bags, and guns.

Don’t worry, this plane won’t actually hit any of the beachgoers.

Terrified of flying? You may want to avoid these airports.

This “Animal Crossing” player’s “42-acre” LEGO island is a miniature masterpiece.

There‘s a logical reason why ground beef often looks like this.

Brown hues aren‘t always signs of spoilage.

(L-R) Javier Bardem, Meryl Streep, and Jared Leto: not fans of their own movies.

Seeing yourself projected on a 40-foot-tall screen can be kind of awkward, even if you’re a celebrity. At least that’s the case for these 15 actors, all of whom prefer to stay far, far away from their own work.

Esmeralda and Phoebus in 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' (1996).

This quiz features characters from ‘The Aristocats,’ ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ ‘The Lion King,’ and more beloved Disney movies.

Houses can have a lot of architectural quirks.

These little spaces often spark curiosity and nostalgia, though few people know their history.

A nostalgic chapter in early internet history ends this year.

Roasting your veggies is a great way to boost their flavor.

We asked a chef for some expert advice on how to make the best roasted vegetables.

Oranges and other fruits can leave you itchy, but there's a simple explanation.

If eating fresh fruit makes your mouth tingle, you might have this little-known (but very treatable) condition.

Where does your state fall in the lineup?

See all 50 states in order from oldest to newest—and test your knowledge with a quiz.

Colorado residents are spotting rabbits with bizarre horn-like growths.

Though the gray band is safe to eat, it’s not particularly appetizing.

American servicemen and women in Paris celebrate on V-J Day, marking the end of World War II.

Savage battles, atomic bombs, and shark attacks were just some of the events leading up to the end of World War II in August 1945. Here's a look back on its 80th anniversary.