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12 Offbeat Lawn Games to Try This Summer

From Kubb to Pindaloo, these offbeat yard games will keep you entertained all summer long.

They make school days more exciting, that's for sure.

13 Secrets of Substitute Teachers

They often arrive at work unsure exactly who and what they’ll be teaching—but they have some tricks up their sleeves to get up to speed quickly.

Charles Bukowski on "Apostrophes" French Talk Show

7 Facts About Charles Bukowski

The late, great American writer Henry Charles Bukowski, Jr. was once called the “human embodiment of a raised middle finger”—an analogy that Bukowski would probably have welcomed, or possibly even written about himself. Here's what you should know.

Get the perfect Mother's Day gift for less.

8 of the Best Mother’s Day Sales Happening Now

Celebrate the holiday with more savings, thanks to these Mother's Day sales happening at Amazon, Sur La Table, and other retailers.

10 Monogamous Animals That Just Want To Settle Down

They can't put a ring on it, but when these animals find a mate, they're ready to commit.

Faking your own death isn't illegal, but it sure is controversial.

8 People Who Faked—or Might Have Faked—Their Own Deaths

Pseudocide only works if no one figures out your secret.

Treat a teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week.

20 Smart Gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week

National Teacher Appreciation Week 2023 kicks off on Monday, May 8—and here are 20 of the best teacher gifts that could be perfect for the educator in your life.

Discover some of the best gifts for every type of mom under $30 on Amazon.

20 Unique Mother’s Day Gifts for Under $30

From eye masks to cute puzzles and more, the best Mother's Day gifts under $30 can help mom feel special on her big day without emptying your wallet.

People throughout history have loved pugs.

12 Fun Facts About Pugs

These adorably wrinkly-faced dogs have a rich history.

Khaled Hosseini’s ‘The Kite Runner’ was the first novel written in English by an Afghan author.

10 Fascinating Facts About Khaled Hosseini's 'The Kite Runner'

'The Kite Runner'—which was the first novel written in English by an Afghan author—started as a short story that was rejected by 'GQ' and 'Esquire.'

8 Ways Queen Victoria’s Coronation Was a Flop

Queen Victoria’s 1838 coronation featured a very small ring and a very big fall.

11 Refreshing Facts About Margaritas

It's nearly summer—time to break out the salt and limes.

Edited previously published works is nothing new. There's even a name for it: bowdlerization.

Bowdlerized: 8 Famous Authors Whose Works Have Been Rewritten by Their Publishers

Everyone from Richard Scarry to Ian Fleming to Agatha Christie has had changes made to their books by their publishers long after they were released.

13 Facts About Mount Fuji

Japan’s highest mountain is also one of its most iconic landmarks.

The show is a launching pad for emerging businesses.

25 of the Most Successful Products from ‘Shark Tank’

ABC’s “Shark Tank” is a launching pad for entrepreneurs and their inventions. Check out 25 of the show’s most successful products, including Bombas socks, the Comfy, and more.

Scuba is just one of the words that's actually an acronym.

25 Words That Are Actually Acronyms

Here are the stories and meanings behind 25 words, names, and titles that you might not have realized actually stand for something.

On the set of 'Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope'

65 Facts About the ‘Star Wars’ Universe

Here are some fascinating facts about the ‘Star Wars’ universe—any one of which makes a perfect response the next time someone says “May the 4th be with you.”

8 TV Shows That Were Creatively Altered by a Writers Strike

Writers strikes have a major impact on TV and film production, as the most recent strike—which began on May 2, 2023—has made clear.

15 Things You Might Not Know About Michelangelo’s ‘David’

Few statues are as enduring and iconic as Michelangelo's 'David.' But while much of the world could sketch this majestic masterpiece from memory, few know the quirks and curiosities that went into its creation.

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with these gripping reads.

25 Amazing Books by Asian American and Pacific Islander Authors You Need to Read

For AAPI Heritage Month, check out these incredible books by Celeste Ng, Viet Thanh Nguyen, Helen Hoang, and others.

Amazon Pet Day is cause for celebration.

You Can Save Big on Top-Rated Pet Food, Toys, and More During Amazon Pet Day

During Amazon Pet Day 2023, you can get huge discounts on top-rated pet essentials, from Furbo dog cameras to litter boxes, toys, and more.

15 Enterprising Facts About George Takei

George Takei may be best known for his role as Mr. Sulu on ‘Star Trek.’ But there's far more to Takei than manning the helm of the USS ‘Enterprise.’

War is hell. Sometimes, it's only for about an hour, though.

6 of the Shortest Wars in History

Some wars can take centuries. Others can take, oh, about 45 minutes.

Tom Cruise, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, and Julia Roberts.

The 20 Movie Stars With the Biggest Box Office Appeal

The biggest movie stars of today are mostly the biggest movie stars of yesterday.

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