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American servicemen and women in Paris celebrate on V-J Day, marking the end of World War II.

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.

Waterfall and bridge at Watkins Glen State Park, New York.

These stunning U.S. state parks garnered the most attention—and map searches.

This giant moth rivals any butterfly with its beauty and grandeur.

The toy aisle looked pretty different in the mid-20th century.

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.

Ice cream sandwiches come in many forms.

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.

Think every food can go in the freezer? Think again.

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.

Found a sunscreen stain on your shirt after a beach day? Here’s how to deal with it.

Here’s how to save your shirts while protecting your skin this summer.

Can you spot the famous solo artist in this picture?

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.

Bill Paxton, Tom Hanks, and Kevin Bacon star in ‘Apollo 13’ (1995).

'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.

An illustration of the moments following the ‘Enola Gay’’s deployment of the atomic bomb over Hiroshima.

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.

Tom Hanks and Elizabeth Perkins in a promotional shoot for ‘Big.’

From big-hearted comedies to freaky slashers, these are the movies that most effectively harnessed the possibilities of trading places.

There better not be a dog or cat in that raft.

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.

A massive thunderstorm turns the sky dark over a field in Sweden.

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.

The world changed forever when the U.S. detonated two atomic bombs over Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, in August 1945.

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.

Tears are a treat for some butterfly species.

Blood, sweat, and tears (and a few other choice substances): It’s all on the menu.

Google search trends reveal what kinds of cars each state is dreaming about, and some might surprise you.

Johannes Vermeer’s ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’

Little is certain about the girl behind the mesmerizing gaze in Johannes Vermeer’s deceptively simple composition.

If a plane ticket and hotel stay are out of your budget, a paperback book (or a loaner from the library) can help transport you to far-flung, sun soaked climes.