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As long as it’s not especially long-lasting, a burst of human jet fuel can be a good thing. Here’s how.

When French diplomats signed the Treaty of Alliance in 1778, they in essence vouched for an experiment called the United States of America.

Long flights aren’t exactly the highlight of any vacation, but there are some simple tricks to make them easier and more comfortable.

Definitely NSFV (Not Safe for Vegetarians).

Since they can't just crank up the furnace, animals have to rely on their biology.

These are some truly geeky travel destinations.

Presented by GEICO.

The word "maze" comes from the Middle English word meaning “delirium” or “delusion.”

These offenders are all too common in the friendly skies.

Recreate the magic of the iconic series with these fun crafts.

A century of shiny robots, spaceships, and laser guns.

You have probably never heard of the Kyshtym nuclear disaster. The Soviets covered it up for decades.

"A ‘Stunning’ Love Letter" was reprinted by some 60 newspapers in the 1800s.

Let the wild rumpus start!

California is the only state that offers both a regular public marriage license and a confidential marriage license. Here's why.

Get ready for the bare-necked umbrellabird.

During the Great Depression, Mayor Fiorello La Guardia appointed Abraham Hurwitz the city's first official magician.

Radios, it turns out, are dimwits.

In 1989, 19-year-old Rolfe Kanefsky made what's been called the first post-modern horror movie.

Make the most of your vacation no matter how short your itinerary, just remember these tips for maximizing your trip to any city.

Everyone has felt like they were being watched before. But how?

It started with a bidding war, following by a blacklist, and ended up becoming a cult classic.

Doggy paddling—literally.