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7 Great Movie Novelizations That Are Actually Worth Reading

These retro novelizations of classic movies like ‘Alien’ and ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’ read like the best kind of blast from the past.

LEGOLAND New York Is Hiring a Master Model Builder

Of all the LEGOLAND jobs, this is probably the most hands-on.

Vanderlei Lima getting attacked by Neil Horan at the 2004 Summer Olympics.

10 Scandals That Rocked the Summer Olympics

Though the Games are meant to foster a sense of unity among nations, they’ve seen their fair share of scandal—and even tragedy.

Can You Name the Famous Invention?

See if you know the history behind popular gadgets and inventions that made life easier.

You ‘aught’ to know the answer of this question.

Why Do We Call the 2000s “the Aughts”?

Suggestions for what to call the period of time from 2000–2009 ranged from ‘the nillies’ and ‘the oh-ohs’ to ‘the double zeroes’ and ‘the noughties.’ So how’d we land on ‘the aughts’?

Boston Slang: 25 Wicked Good Terms You Should Know

Next time you’re in the Hub, you can let your Masshole flag fly with these Boston slang terms that will have you sounding like a townie in no time.

The Man Who Saved the Skyscraper

Fazlur Khan and the idea that would turn architecture on its head.

Morfydd Clark stars as Galadriel in ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.’

20 of the Best TV Shows to Stream on Amazon Prime Video Right Now

From ‘Fallout’ to ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,’ Amazon’s streaming service has something binge-worthy for every taste.

What’s the Kennection? #124

All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?

A Brief History of Bagels

The bagel’s success is undeniable, but its path to breakfast dominance wasn’t straightforward.

See Why Venezuela's Lake Maracaibo Is Called 'The Lightning Capital of the World'

Learn how Lake Maracaibo's electrifying climate makes it the number one hotspot for lightning storms.

These gentle giants have so much history.

New Study Sheds Light on the Greenland Shark's Record-Breaking Lifespan

Scientists are closer to understanding how Greenland sharks can survive for hundreds of years.

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9 Things You Might Not Know About Picasso’s ‘The Old Guitarist’

Don’t be deceived by this seemingly simple painting of a man and his instrument. Pablo Picasso’s The Old Guitarist has secrets in its past and in its paint.

The Surprising Meaning of ‘It’s Raining, It’s Pouring’

The part about the old man bumping his head and not waking up in the morning could describe a dangerous head injury.

Tons of melting ice in Greenland and Antarctica is making Earth’s days just a teeny bit longer.

Global Warming Is Making Earth Days Longer, New Studies Show

Melting polar ice is slowing Earth’s rotation speed, extending the length of each day by a few milliseconds per century.

10 Sports Cut From The Olympics

If you’re looking forward to polo and tug of war at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, we have bad news for you.

He's spreading one helluva message, alright.

Why Do Dogs Lift Their Leg to Pee?

Some dogs lift their leg to pee as a way of marking their territory. But they also do it as a way of letting other dogs know they're the baddest canine in town.

The San Andreas Faultline north of Los Angeles.

Los Angeles May Survive the Worst of the “Big One,” According to a New Earthquake Simulation

The nightmare scenario described in an influential 2008 study may end up being less destructive than scientists thought, but Angelenos still shouldn't get too comfortable.

Notre-Dame de Paris in a 19th-century illustration.

13 Facts About Notre-Dame Cathedral

The 800-plus-year-old Parisian cathedral has centuries of French history built into its stone. Here are 13 things you might not know about it.

This $45 Million Stegosaurus Is Now the Most Expensive Fossil Ever Sold at Auction

"Apex" is among the most complete Stegosaurus specimens ever discovered.

Not a Speed Streak car. Also not a licensed hamster.

When Speed Streak Tried to Turn Hamsters into Toys

Tiny race cars running on hamster power angered animal advocates.

The 15 Best (and Worst) U.S. Cities For Families in 2024

Before you start browsing Zillow, you might want to take a look at the most family-friendly cities.

Pick-up truck beds have surprising versatility.

Why Do Pick-Up Truck Beds Have Grooves on the Sides?

Pick-up truck beds are here to make your life easier—if you know how to use them.

10 Surprising Facts About Jane Austen’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’

More than 200 years after its publication, ‘Pride and Prejudice’ remains Jane Austen’s most beloved novel.

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