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Skunks get a bad rap, but there’s amazing chemistry and behavior behind these adorable animals.
Seeing yourself projected on a 40-foot-tall screen can be kind of awkward, even if you’re a celebrity. At least that’s the case for these 15 actors, all of whom prefer to stay far, far away from their own work.
We asked a chef for some expert advice on how to make the best roasted vegetables.
See all 50 states in order from oldest to newest—and test your knowledge with a quiz.
Savage battles, atomic bombs, and shark attacks were just some of the events leading up to the end of World War II in August 1945. Here's a look back on its 80th anniversary.
These stunning U.S. state parks garnered the most attention—and map searches.
This giant moth rivals any butterfly with its beauty and grandeur.
From a dollhouse with a nuclear bunker to an atomic energy lab with real uranium, some of these toys from the ‘50s and ‘60s have us scratching our heads.
It has been more than 120 years since the ice cream sandwich was first invented. In that time, it has evolved—and dozens of other countries have adopted the frozen treat to their own tastes.
Thought your freezer was a go-to space for storing any and all kinds of food? Think again—here are some of the most common foods that you should never stick in the freezer at all.
Here’s how to save your shirts while protecting your skin this summer.
Michael Bolton, Cyndi Lauper, and Tori Amos are all more famous as solo stars these days—but they’re just some of the musicians who also spent time in bigger bands.
These names show up in Disney movies and shows, and they also happen to be some of the most popular baby names today.
'Apollo 13'—the dramatization of the 1970 space program crisis that kept the world on its seat—was the third highest-grossing film of 1995, and remains one of the most faithful depictions of NASA operations ever put on film.
After dropping the atomic bomb over Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, almost all of the 12 men aboard the ‘Enola Gay’ had something to say about it.
From big-hearted comedies to freaky slashers, these are the movies that most effectively harnessed the possibilities of trading places.
National park rules go beyond the general Leave No Trace guidelines. These surprising regulations cover everything from wildlife to waste.
Mount Rushmore draws millions of visitors every year. Here are some facts about the controversial monument.
Storms are used to set an ominous tone in spooky stories, even as they bring much-needed relief to parched fields or distressed humans on a hot day.
Eighty years after the first—and only—deployment of atomic bombs, here’s a look back at one of history’s most devastating acts of war.
Blood, sweat, and tears (and a few other choice substances): It’s all on the menu.