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6 Surprising Facts About Nintendo's Animal Crossing

Animal Crossing is one of the video game giant's quirkier franchises, but that hasn't stopped it from becoming a worldwide hit.

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George Orwell's 11 Tips for Proper Tea Making

"I maintain that one strong cup of tea is better than twenty weak ones."

Flurry Road: 5 Tips for Safe Driving on Winter Roads

A driving expert gives us the scoop on staying safe in inclement weather.

22 Things You Might Not Know About Dawson's Creek

On January 20, 1998, teenagers found a new small-screen obsession when 'Dawson's Creek' made its debut.

13 Secrets From the Ravenmaster at the Tower of London

There's a secret pub—and some unusual snacks.

23 Amazing Facts About Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton is loved, lauded, and larger than life, and she might just be the most charitable celebrity on the planet.

15 Fascinating Facts About Blood Simple

Joel and Ethan Coen's first film, which was released on this day in 1985, is beloved by many. But the brothers think "it's pretty damn bad."

10 Dramatic Facts About King Lear

The tragic monarch has captivated audiences for centuries, but there's still plenty to learn about Shakespeare's classic play.

10 of Benjamin Franklin’s Lesser-Known Feats of Awesomeness

Some of Benjamin Franklin’s accomplishments—like his kite experiment and signing the Declaration of Independence—are pretty iconic. Here are 10 of his lesser-known contributions to society that are worth celebrating as well.

40 of the Most Interesting Trees Around the World

Trees provide shelter, shade, beauty, clean air—and, sometimes, pure entertainment. These 40 trees all have something special about them.

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8 Lost and Rediscovered Literary Works by Famous Authors

These lost literary works were rediscovered in private collections, archives, and in one case, an attic.

15 Surprising Facts About Half Baked

You may have known these facts about 'Half Baked'—Tamra Davis's stoner comedy starring Dave Chappelle, Guillermo Díaz, and Jim Breuer—at one point. But it’s easy to see how the film could make viewers a little forgetful.

11 Primal Facts About Dian Fossey

Get to know the real-life researcher behind "Gorillas in the Mist," who was born on this day in 1932.

9 False Rumors With Real-Life Consequences

Whether it's a king kidnapping children or a government hunting heads for a construction project, don’t believe everything you read—or everything you hear.

20 Old Hat Styles Due for a Comeback

With a healthy dose of fashion and confidence, these styles could still look just as fabulous today.

15 Surprising Facts About Hill Street Blues

Until the impressive record was surpassed by 'The West Wing in 2000', 'Hill Street Blues' held the title of most Emmy-awarded freshman series, with eight trophies for its debut season alone (despite its basement-level ratings).

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10 Surprising Facts About Benedict Arnold

That fact that Benedict Arnold defected to the British Army in 1780 is common knowledge. But before he switched allegiances, he led a pretty interesting life.

13 Rich Facts About Dynasty

The nighttime soap you have to thank for the 1980s shoulder pad trend made its debut on this day in 1981.

23 Things David Letterman Invented for Our Amusement

A look back at the legendary late night host's greatest comedic inventions.

11 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of TV Meteorologists

There's a lot to learn about green screens, wardrobes, and staying warm during a snowstorm. But most importantly, don't rely on those seven-day forecasts.

10 Quick Facts About Cobalt

It was named after subterranean German goblins.

20 Fascinating Facts About Investigation Discovery

Viewers can’t get enough of the true crime network.

12 Fun Facts About Family Feud

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12 People Who Died on Their Birthdays

The Birthday Effect is a statistical phenomenon that says the likelihood of one's death increases on or around their birthday.

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