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The Slumber Party Massacre (1982) | UK Theatrical Trailer

9 Fascinating Facts About 'The Slumber Party Massacre'

Like so many other horror films, it has taken decades for 'The Slumber Party Massacre' to get its due. But it's now recognized as a touchstone of feminist horror and a shrewd satire.

A red fox in Algonquin Provincial Park, Canada.

25 Fascinating Facts About Foxes

Despite being all around us, foxes are a bit of a mystery. Here's more about this elusive animal.

Some countries aren't messing around when it comes to baby names.

37 Outlawed Baby Names From Around the World

IKEA is beloved around the world, but there’s at least one place where it’s illegal to name your baby after the furniture store: Its home country of Sweden.

6 Surprising Facts About Quokkas

You’ve seen photos of quokkas. But what are they? How do you pronounce their name? And are they really that happy-go-lucky?

The 15 Best States to Raise a Family in 2023

If you want to relocate your family, consider moving to one of these states.

The Origins of 7 Common Units of Measurement

Ever wonder why there are 5280 feet in a mile?

The Most Popular Baby Names in Each State

Whether you live in Alabama or Washington, your baby girl Olivia is probably going to meet a bunch of other Olivias.

If you want a little romance in your next read, look no further than this list.

10 of the Greatest Love Stories in Novels

They may not all have a happy ending, but the passion their pages contain is enough to keep you captivated.

An Irish family at the ruins of their house In Killarney.

Ireland’s Great Hunger: 13 Facts About the 19th-Century Potato Famine that Devastated the Emerald Isle

The lack of proper aid paired with layers of broken policies and a fractured response from a distant British government led to unimaginable—and likely avoidable—suffering in Ireland.

Just a couple of friends getting peloothered circa 1915.

20 Chucklesome Slang Terms From the 1910s

Nothing makes you feel more like a flivver than getting too peloothered and waking up with the woofits.

'Nature's Pitfall' by Samantha Stephens.

See 11 Stunning Images From the 4th Annual Close-Up Photographer of the Year Competition

Slime mold definitely had a moment—but it’s hard to beat two dead salamanders floating in a carnivorous plant.

A lot of the world’s largest dogs were Great Danes.

6 of History’s Biggest Dogs

Some of the world’s largest dogs have tipped the scales in excess of 300 pounds and stood taller than some NBA players.

The 10 Worst Presidents in American History, According to Historians

According to historians, these are the worst American presidents ever to hold the highest office in the land.

11 Things You Should Know About Toni Morrison’s ‘The Bluest Eye’

It took Toni Morrison years to write her debut novel—which was initially a flop. Here are some other things you might not know about 'The Bluest Eye.'

Flight delayed or canceled? Here's what to do.

12 Things To Do When Your Flight's Canceled or Delayed

The next time you're stranded at an airport because of a flight delay or cancellation, follow these expert tips—and have a better chance at maintaining your sanity.

An older version of 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.'

11 Facts About Judy Blume’s 'Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret'

'Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret,' may technically be middle-aged now—the frequently banned pre-teen tale by Judy Blume turned 50 in 2020—but its lessons are for the ages.

The next time you go to Ireland, you’ll know what they mean when they say “craic.”

31 Irish Slang Terms You Should Know

Do you know your 'craic' from your 'cat'? If you read this wee list, no one will be able to slag you.

There are some good ones—we pinkie promise.

Air Fryers and Porch Pirates: Here Are 20 of the Oxford English Dictionary’s Nearly 700 New Entries

The dictionary’s new words range from acronyms like ‘CODA’ to slang like ‘sh**housery.”

America’s 50 Best Cities for Jobs in 2023

On the hunt for job opportunities? Head to Columbia—in South Carolina or Maryland.

Ms. Frizzles adventures were no ordinary field trips.

12 Magical Facts About ‘The Magic School Bus’

Who wouldn’t want a teacher like Ms. Frizzle? Take a ride down memory lane with these 12 facts about ‘The Magic School Bus.’

How the 5 Fingers Got Their Names

You use your hands every day to do thousands of things, but have you ever wondered why you refer to your fingers by names like 'thumb' and 'pinky'?

Megafauna like woolly mammoths dominated during the ice age.

20 Cool Facts About the Ice Age

From what causes ice ages and how many we’ve had, to the species that thrived and the ones that died, here’s what you need to know.

Before reaching for the tweezers, try these less painful methods for removing a splinter.

6 Simple and Painless Ways to Remove a Splinter

From baking soda to plain water, these old-timey remedies will get that splinter out fast.

No need to leave home when you can create a vacation vibe with these top-rated products.

14 Things You Need for The Perfect Winter Staycation

In need of a vacation but don’t want to leave your house? Here’s everything you need for a great winter staycation, from murder-mystery puzzles to electric fireplaces and more.

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