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These towns may not have the biggest populations, but their clever slogans are second to none.

The cover of Ernest Hemingway’s ‘A Farewell to Arms.’

Discover the controversy behind Hemingway’s classic novel, ‘A Farewell to Arms,’ as well as the inspiration for the title, the real-life love story that influenced the book, and how Bach inspired the author.

There are several ways to celebrate the holiday.

Why do people wear green on St. Patrick's Day? And why do they eat corned beef and cabbage? Let’s dive into the origins of some popular ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

Did you know hedgehogs have between 5000 and 7000 quills? This is just one of many intriguing hedgehog facts that animal lovers should know.

More than 40 years later, ‘M*A*S*H’ remains on top.

What were the most watched series finales in TV history? The titles just might surprise you.

Discover the vibrant Irish culture through its language and slang. Learn key phrases to use on St. Paddy’s Day and beyond, from ‘craic’ and ‘sláinte’ to ‘céad míle fáilte’ and ‘may the road rise up to meet you.’

Snoop Dogg performing in Sacramento in 2023.

From Snoop Dogg to Brie Larson, here's how 15 public figures came up with new names.

The British royal family has been dogged by conspiracy theories for more than 1000 years.

From secret love children to political assassinations to accusations of vampirism, the British royal family has been the subject of many bizarre conspiracy theories over the course of its history.

This bride is (perhaps unknowingly) following an old Swedish wedding tradition.

Showing your tush to the wedding photographer isn’t the strangest or most objectionable tradition people have dreamt up in the past few centuries.

A quartet of northern pintail ducks in flight.

Discover fascinating facts about ducks, from their adaptation to cold temperatures to their rude nesting habits.

Canines have inspired all kinds of words—and they’re not the only animals to have done so.

Animals have always been important to the lives and livelihoods of humans, so it’s no wonder they've left a mark on language.

There's a super-sized history for this treat that keeps on giving.

Discover the fascinating history of fried potatoes, including French fries and their roots in France and Belgium. From tots to hashbrowns and more, the food origins behind these yummy side dishes may surprise you.

Those Illuminati rumors still haven't gone away, HOV ...

Whether it's about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce or Jay-Z’s part in the Illuminati, these music conspiracy theories are good for a laugh—and maybe a deep-dive on Reddit (or two).

Here are scores of words ending in ‘T’ that have never been the Wordle solution (yet).

People don‘t really carry their belongings on sticks.

Why do we expect bankrupt people to wear barrels, or bank robbers to carry money bags marked with dollar signs? Discover the origins of these odd visual clichés.

Looking for your next great slice of pizza? Listen to the experts.

Being this cute and well-liked takes a lot of work.

Curious about the most popular dog breed in your state? From feisty Chihuahuas to chill golden retrievers, discover which canine variety has your neighbors feeling the most captivated.

Someone gets nominated twice in the same Oscar category nearly every year, surprisingly.

McDonald's has tried on dozens of slogans over the years.

From "Where's Herb?" to "We Speak Fish," these fast food slogans didn't withstand the test of time.

Thomas Edison, awaiting a ghostly phone call.

Henry Ford’s car made of soybeans and Thomas Edison’s ghost-detecting telephone are just two little-known creations of history’s most famous inventors.