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Behind the bands Pink Floyd, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Hootie & the Blowfish were their less-famous namesakes.
From ghosts that eat tofu to an angry Buddha and beyond.
From picture books to chapter books, we went and asked the staffs what their favorite reads as children were.
From coming-of-age dramedies to moody psychological thrillers, here are some of our favorite TV shows streaming on Netflix right now.
From J-horror remakes to great white sharks on a quest for vengeance, discover the worst horror movies of all time, according to their scores on Rotten Tomatoes.
Ever wonder what a Canuck is? How about a Blue Jacket? Here's a breakdown of how all of the National Hockey League teams got their names.
Just as juicy as summer’s many berries, stone fruits, and melons are the far-flung, surprising, and often obscure origins of their names.
From Bumpass to Bugtussle, America's small towns have a flair for humor.
White-tailed deer are the most common deer in the United States. Here are some fascinating deer facts deer.
Some missing narrative threads can change the entire meaning of classic movies.
Though there’s rarely a (public) explanation of why these weird codenames were assigned, that doesn’t make them any less amusing.
Some of the monikers reflect musical terms and characteristics, while others are a nod to famous musicians and songs.
Some car makes and models stand a better chance of getting you in trouble than others.
From “Alien” to “Gone with the Wind,” some classic movies you might not expect actually do manage to pass the Bechdel test.
American slang terms can vary from state to state—these in particular are known to cause confusion.
From 'Casablanca' to 'The Bride of Frankenstein,' these are the movie posters collectors are willing to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars to own.
Like gardening naked? You may want to move to one of these cities.
Angkor Wat is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Southeast Asia. Here is what we know of its story, from its countless carvings to feats of engineering.