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TJ is pretty accomplished for a four-year-old.

The first Filipino American Muppet on "Sesame Street" is a boy named TJ whose grandmother is helping him learn Tagalog.

LA doesn't top the list, but Cali sure does dominate it.

According to researchers, California is home to not just one, but three of the “smartest” cities in the nation.

This little symbol has a fascinating history.

From what an ampersand symbol is to where it came from, here's what you need to know about this little symbol's surprisingly long history.

Yorkshire Terrier dogs—better known as Yorkies—have a lot of personality packed into their tiny bodies. Learn more about this energetic breed and its history.

Although “Careless Whisper” just might be George Michael's most enduring hit, the singer (who also wrote it) wasn’t a huge fan of the song.

The mob has been busy throughout history.

To create inroads into other industries without drawing much attention to themselves, crime families found creative ways to launder money and rule where one might least expect.

Isamu Noguchi at the Noguchi Garden Museum in New York City.

Isamu Noguchi (1904–1988) was one of the most influential designers and sculptors of the 20th century.

Singer and songwriter Mae Muller, performing on behalf of the United Kingdom, in rehearsal for the Eurovision Song contest 2023.

According to the Eurovision rules, no song can be over three minutes, and no live animals are allowed on stage—but just about anything else goes.

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

There's a good reason you don't see baby pigeons.

To city dwellers, it might seem that pigeons multiply magically: All the birds swooping down at us, or scurrying out of the way when we walk, are fully grown. How come we never see baby pigeons anywhere?

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

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.

Nickelodeon's animated doo-wop segments will look familiar to anyone who grew up on the channel in the 1980s and ‘90s.

Charles Bukowski on "Apostrophes" French Talk Show

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.

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

Social media has been buzzing about "main character energy" for years, but what does it actually mean?

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

If you really want to know …

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

Pseudocide only works if no one figures out your secret.

There's a clever homage hidden in the opening credits of HBO's "Succession."

Treat a teacher during 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.