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Taylor Swift, BTS, and The Roots are among the artists who have made literary references in their songs.

11 Hit Songs That Reference Great Works of Literature

Everyone from Lana Del Rey to BTS to The Cure has slipped literary references into their songs.

Jesus probably wasn't born on December 25.

10 Misconceptions About Holidays

'Tis the season to bust some myths about our favorite holiday celebrations, from the origins of the Hanukkah dreidel to Jesus's real birthday.

15 Facts About 'The Muppet Christmas Carol'

'Tis the season to be jolly, joyous, and watch 'The Muppet Christmas Carol'—the first Muppet movie made without Jim Henson.

These Are the 50 Most Popular Passwords in America—and That’s Not a Good Thing

‘Password1’ is not going to keep your banking information safe.

Will Sharpe, Aubrey Plaza, Meghann Fahy, and Theo James in 'The White Lotus.'

12 Surprising Facts About 'The White Lotus'

'The White Lotus' was originally slated to be a one-season miniseries, but the Mike White-created dark comedy has proved to be an enormous hit, and has just been renewed for a third season.

Women register to vote following the ratification of the 19th Amendment.

12 World-Shaping Events That Happened in 1920

Despite what you may believe, 1920 wasn't all flappers and jazz bands. The year saw some major events that would go on to shape history.

Because the right shampoo for your hair doesn't have to be the most expensive one.

8 of the Best Drugstore Shampoos for Each Hair Type, According to Experts

Whether your hair is oily or naturally dry (or somewhere in between), the best drugstore shampoos can help your strands stay healthier than ever.

Use these tips to keep your books looking good as new.

13 Tips From a Rare Books Expert to Keep Your Books Looking Great

There's the one place you should never pull on a book—and some things you should never put in them.

11 Fascinating Facts About Ray Harryhausen

Perhaps the best stop-motion animator of all time, Ray Harryhausen—born on June 29, 1920 in Los Angeles—made a name for himself in an industry whose visual effects artists are too often overlooked.

John Dee lived quite the interesting life.

11 Facts about John Dee, Queen Elizabeth I’s Court Astrologer

John Dee served as Queen Elizabeth I’s court astrologer and conducted séances in an attempt to speak to angels.

'Sight & Sound' Has Just Released Their Decennial List of the 100 Best Films of All Time, and There's a New No. 1

'Citizen Kane' reigned for decades. It's now number three.

People had odd ways of spreading holiday cheer.

20 Disturbing Vintage Holiday Cards

Ever since the Victorians invented the Christmas card, people have gotten creative—and a bit bizarre—with their holiday greetings.

10 Smart Things to Pack in Your Carry-On (And One Not To)

It's important to plan ahead when going on a flight, so make sure that your carry-on bag is packed with all of your essentials.

Know the term so you can recognize when it's happening.

‘Gaslighting’ Is Merriam-Webster’s 2022 Word of the Year

2022 was the year in which everyone and their mother looked up the definition of ‘gaslighting.’

A Sea-Monkeys ad from an old comic book. A border has been added and the ad has been placed on a background.

20 Amazing Facts About Sea-Monkeys

Here are a few things you might not have known about Sea-Monkeys, one of your favorite childhood pets.

13 Vegetables That Are Actually Fruits, Botanically Speaking

You may have already heard that tomatoes are a fruit. Here are 10 other vegetables that also fit the botanical bill.

Sci-fi literature and short stories inspired these bright ideas.

11 Scientific Advancements Inspired by Sci-Fi Stories

These sci-fi tales have gone beyond predicting technological advancements to directly inspiring scientific progress, from robotics to rocketry and everything in between.

Sylvester Stallone stars in 'Tulsa King.'

12 TV Shows With Big Dad Energy

Some TV series have just the right blend of action, gadgets, and middle-aged protagonists to really excel at capturing your dad's attention.

Giving back this holiday season is important—and these brands can help you do even more.

10 Businesses That Are Participating in Giving Tuesday This Year

These 10 businesses are participating in Giving Tuesday 2022 by supporting worthwhile charities and other causes.

Christie’s previews Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Salvator Mundi’ prior to auction.

The 10 Most Expensive Paintings Ever Sold

The world’s most valuable paintings cost more than some luxury cars, boats, and houses.

They’ll definitely hear your comments about their ear size.

8 Facts About Cornish Rex Cats

Imagine if a Whippet turned into a cat—and, along the way, it decided to get a perm.

The 11th tablet of 'The Epic of Gilgamesh.'

10 of the Oldest Pieces of Literature

These pieces of literature—from 'The Epic of Gilgamesh' to what is widely considered the first novel ever written—are some of the oldest in history.

With these retailer sales, you can get your holiday shopping completely taken care of early—and still save.

The Best Cyber Monday Retailer Sales You Can Still Shop Online

These Cyber Monday sales at retailers like Our Place, Solo Stove, Sur La Table, and others can help you get the season's best gifts for less.

A photo illustration of Violet Jessop in front of the Olympic (left) and Titanic (right); she survived the wrecks of both ships—and the Britannic.

11 Amazing Historical Coincidences

Sure, you can claim that there is no such thing as coincidence. But just wait ’til you hear these stories.

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