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Astronaut Alan Shepard wears his pressure suit for the Mercury-Redstone 3 (MR-3) flight, the first American crewed spaceflight.

13 Facts about Astronaut Alan Shepard, the First American in Space

Fifty years ago, Alan Shepard became the first astronaut to hit a golf ball on the moon. Read on for more facts about trailblazing career at NASA.

Castle Combe, where time evidently stopped about 400 years ago.

The 20 Most Idyllic Towns and Villages in the UK

The best vacation spots aren’t always the biggest. Here are the most idyllic small towns and villages the United Kingdom has to offer.

Justin Willman, who performs magic for humans.

Justin Willman Shares 10 Facts About Magic for Humans

'Magic for Humans' host Justin Willman has dazzled audiences on stage, on Netflix, and on Zoom during the pandemic. But learning to be a magician with two broken arms may have been his greatest trick of all.

Rotten Tomatoes' editor-in-chief Matt Atchity and senior editor Grae Drake in 2016.

8 Fresh Facts About Rotten Tomatoes

Find out more about how Rotten Tomatoes has become the premier destination for movie and TV reviews online.

Use your culinary skills and your knowledge of where these terms came from to impress in the kitchen.

The Unexpected Origins of 20 Culinary Terms

The backstories behind some words and phrases we use when cooking and eating, from 'amuse-bouche' to 'umami' and beyond.

New Teeth author Simon Rich recommends some funny books to add to your to-read pile.

9 Hilarious Books to Read, Recommended by Comedy Writer Simon Rich

‘Saturday Night Live’ alum and ‘An American Pickle’ screenwriter Simon Rich shares which books he considers comedic genius.

11 Brilliant Facts About Jean Smart

Ever since she played the sweet but sharp-tongued Charlene Frazier on 'Designing Women,' Jean Smart’s fans have been waiting for the rest of the world to realize just how terrific she is.

5 Liquids You Can Bring on a Plane in Containers Larger Than 3.4 Ounces

Your iced coffee is not going to make it through the TSA checkpoint. But the 3-1-1 rule doesn’t apply to a bottle of baby formula.

8 Surprising Facts About M. Night Shyamalan

Acclaimed director M. Night Shyamalan once perpetuated a massive hoax on an unsuspecting audience. (And no, it wasn't Mark Wahlberg playing a science teacher in 'The Happening.')

Impress your friends with these Victorian puns.

30 Delightful Puns From the Victorian Era

Here are 30 hilarious—or hilariously bad—Victorian era conundrum puns that might make you the best-guessed guest at your next bash.

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11 Fascinating Facts About Arthur Conan Doyle

Arthur Conan Doyle created Sherlock Holmes, the most rational detective in literature. But he also believed in fairies.

The 20 Best Bobs in History

You may know Bob to be a rather unremarkable name, but these individuals—and one haircut—have done some amazing things.

20 Epic Fails From the History of Pop Culture

From Hitler sitcoms to digital fur technology, here are 20 pop culture projects that didn’t work out so well.

Surprise! A leopard slug's penis is located on its head.

10 Truly Bizarre Animal Penises

The animal kingdom features a wide variety of penises that vary in shape, size, and function. Here are some of the most unusual of them.

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10 Facts About DC Comics's Swamp Thing

Swamp Thing is a cult favorite among comic book fans, but how much do you know about DC's misunderstood muck monster?

Actor, singer, and photographer Jeff Bridges.

8 Surprising Facts About Jeff Bridges

Jeff Bridges has a career that has spanned nearly 70 years—assuming you count his film debut as an infant.

9 Books That Transport You Around the World

If you want to explore new countries and immerse yourself in different cultures without leaving your couch, pick up one of these books.

The 20 Worst Video Games, According to Critics

If you're looking for something new to play, avoid the titles on this list of the worst video games of all time.

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7 Pro Tips for How to Improve Your Skee-Ball Game

People have been playing Skee-Ball for more than 100 years, but they're not always playing it well. We asked some pro players (yes, that's a thing) to share their tips.

9 Facts About The Worst Witch

More than two decades before a certain boy wizard ditched his cupboard at 4 Privet Drive for the halls of Hogwarts, readers were introduced to clumsy but sweet-natured Mildred Hubble in the 1974 kidlit classic 'The Worst Witch.'

Lupita Nyong'o, Chadwick Boseman, and Danai Gurira in Black Panther (2018).

The 50 Greatest Superhero Movies of All Time, According to Rotten Tomatoes

Are there are lot of MCU movies on this list? Yes. But Captain Underpants, LEGO Batman, and other superheroes are there, too.

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11 Attractions From Disneyland's Opening Day

Many of these rides from Disneyland's grand opening in 1955 are still staples of the California theme park today.

A hearty helping of chorrillana can be its own meal.

11 Fantastic Ways People Eat French Fries Around the World

Whether they’re adding them to combo meals, or slathering them in sauce and salt, people crave and consume French fries in many ways.

11 of the Strangest Name Changes of All Time

Does Henry Lizardlover love lizards? Yes. Does Tim Pppppppppprice love the letter ‘p’? Not exactly...

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