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Mark Twain, Mariah Carey, Truman Capote, and Elizabeth Taylor are responsible for some of history's most cutting disses.

“Every time I read ‘Pride and Prejudice’ I want to dig her up and beat her over the skull with her own shin-bone.” Who said it?

Ellen Gutoskey








Millie Bobby Brown in 'Stranger Things.'

The supernatural drama on 'Stranger Things' is practically endless, which has left plenty of room for wild speculation. Fortunately, fans have been only too happy to oblige—and share their theories online.

Kristin Hunt




These little witches look like they might be running a gum-game.

Tricks aren’t just for kids anymore—nor are trick words! Here are 11 old-timey words for pranks and capers, perfect for when you’re feeling curmudgeonly about Halloween revelers knocking on your door for treats.

Angela Tung




Vienna, Austria, is the best place to live.

This year’s most liveable cities can be found in Europe and Canada, as well as one in Australia and one in Japan. 

Alexia Kontolemos








Hershey's has a long history.

Everyone knows what their favorite Hershey’s product is, but there are a few things that you might not know about the largest manufacturer of chocolate in North America.

Andrew LaSane