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9 Questions to Ask Before Deciding on a Real Estate Agent

Presented by Allstate.

Deborah Foreman and Nicolas Cage are, like, totally bitchin' in Valley Girl (1983).

13 For Sure Facts About 'Valley Girl'

Here are 13 fascinating facts about the movie that gave Nicolas Cage his first starring role.

15 Things You Might Not Have Known About Growing Pains

The Seavers entered the American pop culture mainstream 30 years ago.

17 Clear-Eyed, Full-Hearted Facts About Friday Night Lights

Before it was a series, it was a movie. And before it was a movie, it was a book.

The Best Beer from All 50 States

Celebrate National Drink Beer Day with a local brew, no matter where you are.

Alberto Otero García, Flickr // CC by 2.0

12 Facts about the Guggenheim Bilbao

Since its opening in 1997, it has inspired a plethora of critiques, articles, awards, artists, and visitors. Here are a dozen facts about one of the most popular art museums in Spain.

16 Epic Facts About Seven Samurai

Akira Kurosawa pushed his creative powers to new limits with a film that merged grueling shoots, an unprecedented budget, and an all-star cast to change Japanese cinema forever.

Crests via Warner Bros Studio Tour London

8 Languages With Different Names for the Hogwarts Houses

The Hogwarts houses in Harry Potter stay pretty much the same in most of translations of the books—but some languages go a different way.

8 Athletes Who Competed in the First Modern Olympics

On April 6, 1896—120 years ago today—the first modern Olympics were held in Athens, Greece.

10 Beefy Facts About Bob’s Burgers

America’s favorite burger-slinging family returns tonight for a sixth season.

15 Fun Facts About Rugrats

Hang on to your diapies and get the scoop on Rugrats.

The First Guests on 25 Late-Night Talk Shows

As Stephen Colbert takes over 'The Late Show,' here's a look at the very first guests of other late night shows.

25 Foreign Travel Warnings for Visiting the U.S.

Stay away from gas stations near the Orlando airport.

7 Famous Human Brains and Brain Collections You Can Visit

Human brain collections often languish in back rooms and basements—but here are some you can visit.

9 of the World’s Coolest Mazes You Can Visit

Whether you prefer corn or lavender, Italy or Illinois, the world is full of amazing places to get lost.

4 Reasons to Write by Hand Rather Than Type

It’s good for your brain.

Leonardo DiCaprio and Gwen Stefani in The Aviator (2004).

13 Surprising Facts About The Aviator

'The Aviator'—the second collaboration between Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio—was the long-awaited (and, according to some, unfilmable) biopic of the enigmatic Howard Hughes.

A view of Green-Wood Cemetery circa 1870s, Green-Wood Instagram

8 Unusual Deaths From the Victorian Era

You don't see "indiscreet use of laudanum" on death certificates much anymore.

11 Far Out Facts About Howard the Duck

George Lucas produced a movie about a flirtatious space duck who is forced to save Earth from an alien invasion. What could go wrong?

By NASA/Robert Markowitz via Wikimedia Commons // Public Domain

8 Remarkable Sets of Identical Twins

These duos take it to a whole new level.

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7 Everyday Phrases That Have Been Rephrased

Did you know it used to be cloud seven instead of cloud nine? Here are six other everyday phrases that used to be very different.

The Full-Bodied Stories Behind 20 Cigar Brand Names

Kick back and learn a thing or two about your favorite stogies.

Christopher Reeve stars in Superman (1978).

16 Super Facts About Superman

Today, comic book movies are ubiquitous. But these comic book superheroes might never have made the move from the page to the screen if it weren't for the success of Richard Donner’s 'Superman: The Movie' (1978).

Meghan Roberts via Wikimedia // CC BY 2.0

6 Unexpected Island Namesakes

Forget explorers, saints, or officials: These islands were named after more unusual people.

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