Lists, Interesting Facts, Best Movies & More

‘Snow Crash’ by Neal Stephenson, ‘Feed’ by M.T. Anderson, ‘Neuromancer’ by William Gibson

These books eerily predicted technological advancements of today, including ‘Snow Crash,’ ‘Player Piano,’ and more.

James Dean and Julie Harris in ‘East of Eden’

The classics that every film buff or book lover should add to their watch lists, including East of Eden, The Grapes of Wrath, and more.

It doesn’t take a consumer expert to know that any product that might cause anal leakage is facing an uphill battle to success.

These over-the-top movies will leave a lasting impact.

Glenn Close, Samuel L. Jackson, Willem Dafoe

Here are 10 great actors who have never won an Oscar, but they’ve left their mark on cinema.

Looking for a quick weekend trip but don’t want to spend too much? This is your list.

From leopards hidden in luggage to over a hundred snakes stashed in a man’s pants, there are some absolutely wild stories of people smuggling animals.

Discover the fascinating history of hot chocolate, from its ancient origins to its modern-day gourmet variations.

Start planning a trip to one of these locations before they become too touristy.

There is no universal college experience.

Pop culture gets a fair bit wrong about higher education.

An open book with a magnifying glass and a speech bubble

Our languages vary, but we may not be that different after all. From the word “huh” to how we come up with the names of colors, here are five speech quirks that are nearly universal.

While you might not know their names, you certainly know their influence. Read our list of female revolutionaries, including Charlotte Corday, Kathleen Neal Cleaver, and more.

Having pets doesn’t mean sacrificing the well-being of your Christmas tree. There are easy measures you can take to keep your Christmas tree pet-proof.

Miley Cyrus performing as Hannah Montana

You know you dreamed of drawing the Disney Channel logo with the wand.

The English language is bursting with colorful expressions that come from strange and surprising places—and many of them once had literal meanings that the general public has long since forgotten.

‘Salem’s Lot’ by Stephen King, ‘Ragtime’ by E.L. Doctorow

These books are still relevant and worth the read, even 50 years later.

Check out some of the most stunning places in the country without breaking the bank.

’Tis the season to learn how to say “Merry Christmas” in many languages.

Being an astronaut or ice cream truck driver isn’t as glamorous as it seemed when you were young.

Charles Dickens wrote more merry tales than just 'A Christmas Carol.'

Such was the success of 'A Christmas Carol' that the four festive stories Dickens published after it—some overlooked classics, others critical flops and missteps—have since largely become eclipsed by their better-known predecessor.