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In the mid-20th century, businesses began to see the huge commercial possibilities of holding a contest where pretty girls would compete just for the honor of representing their product or main export.

The civil rights activist was far more complex than his historical image as a firebrand suggests. Read on for more facts about Malcolm X.

You might be spitting chiclets if you do too much chirping. That sentence will make a whole lot more sense after you learn about hockey slang.

These states offer something for camping enthusiasts of all ages.

When it blew on May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens became the most explosive volcanic eruption in U.S. history. And no, it’s not done.

From ‘titty’ to ‘boner,’ these rude words aren’t actually always rude.

From the time the White House had a close run-in with unidentified flying objects (a.k.a. UFOs) to the truth behind what happened at Roswell, New Mexico, these are UFO facts you need to know.

You don't have to be a 'Star Wars' fan to understand who George Lucas is. The acclaimed filmmaker has been one of Hollywood's biggest names for more than 40 years now.

Are you an "adjective-jerker," a "learning-shover," a "sublime rascal," or perhaps a "castor-oil artist"?

Katharine Hepburn helped usher in the era of the modern woman with her onscreen portrayal of independent characters and her offscreen commitment to pants.

Greek language employs many sharp, oddly entertaining expressions and phrases, from "black and spidery" to "I ate a door."

Generation Z—that emergent generation of idealists and doomscrollers—are still busy defining themselves. But they definitely want to do something about climate change.