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

Cowboys in the Old West had all kinds of colorful terms for everyday items, from eggs (‘cackleberries’) to oysters (‘saltwater vegetables’) and beyond.

Illustration of William Shakespeare Reciting Hamlet to His Family

A fascinating new discovery has emerged about a pamphlet found in the rafters of William Shakespeare’s childhood home.

In the latter half of the 20th century, sushi went from exotic delicacy to all-American food.

The history of sushi in the U.S. can be traced back to the 1970s.

Porcupines might be considered a prickly bunch, but you’ll find they're pretty docile once you get to know them.

The 50-year-old song has remained relevant because, according to Dolly Parton, “Most of us have actually had a Jolene or a Joe in our lives at one time or another.”

Mars rover captures first ever sound of dust devil

Martian dust devils have been intriguing astronomers and climatologists for decades. Here’s some amazing trivia about these red planet whirlwinds.

The snot-blocking glass has been keeping buffets (relatively) safe since the 1950s, and it's thanks to one germophobe.

Zelda Rubinstein during a scene from "Poltergeist" (1982).

The tragic deaths and mysterious events surrounding this classic horror franchise have given rise to the urban legend that a real-life “Poltergeist” curse exists.

The origins of 'with great power comes great responsibility' and the story of how it became a canon event for Spider-Man.

Discover these lesser-known but still highly accomplished female musicians that have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, like Ma Rainey and LaVern Baker.

Wendy's isn't afraid to show off their beef.

The shape of Wendy’s square burgers has nothing to do with taste and everything to do with marketing.

In the South, all sodas are called “Coke,” no matter what their actual name is.

Here’s a rundown of some Southern slang terms that might be beneficial to keep in mind the next time you’re visiting.

Do you know where your copy is these days?

‘The Care & Keeping of You’ paved the way for countless puberty books to come.

Manatees are aquatic animals that live in coastal waters in several places throughout the world.

Before you start pranking, read up on where April Fools’ Day might have come from.

The origins of April Fools’ Day have long been caught up in myths and legends involving everything from mackerels to calendar switches.

Map showing the path of the 2024 total solar eclipse.

If you want to experience the solar eclipse on April 8, this interactive tool has everything you need to know.

Though they’re technically the same animal, there’s an important difference between pigs and hogs. Boars are a different story altogether.

More than 30 years after the world was first introduced to Mr. Bean, some fans are wondering if they know this delightful oddball at all.

The 5-year-old who created transforming toy trucks was the youngest person to hold a patent.

The white picket fence has become a cliché for suburbia. Blame archers.

Blue balls? Broken hymens? Popping your cherry? We’re covering all the topics you’ve always wondered about but were too embarrassed to ask.

These facts about the 1996 blockbuster don't suck.

Jack and Rose on the panel in 'Titanic.'

The 8-foot hunk of balsa wood led to one of the great debates in film: Could Jack have fit on it, too?

What’s the Kennection? #108

41 Cowboy Slang Terms for Things You Eat and Drink

William Shakespeare’s Sister, Joan, Emerges in Long-Lost Writings

A Brief History of America's Sushi Obsession

11 Sharp Facts about Porcupines

The Romantic Rivalry Behind Dolly Parton’s ‘Jolene’

7 Fascinating Facts About Martian Dust Devils

A Sanitized History of the Sneeze Guard

The ‘Poltergeist’ Curse: Uncovering the Haunting Mysteries Behind the Classic Horror Franchise

‘With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility’: From Age-Old Axiom to Spider-Man’s Mantra

10 Women You Probably Didn’t Know Were in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Why Are Wendy’s Burgers Square?

Southern Slang: 11 Words and Phrases You Hear in the South, Explained

When American Girl’s ‘The Care & Keeping of You’ Taught a Generation How to Grow Up

12 Surprising Facts About Manatees

The Hazy Origins of April Fools’ Day

NASA's Interactive Eclipse Map Tells You Where and When to Get the Best View

Pigs vs. Hogs: What’s the Difference?

Is Mr. Bean An Alien? One Popular Fan Theory Says Yes

11 Amazing Things Invented by Kids

How Did the White Picket Fence Become a Symbol of the American Dream?

6 Misconceptions About Sex

15 Facts About ‘Twister’ That Don't Suck

The Prop Panel That Saved Rose in 'Titanic' Just Sold for $718,750