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Few statues are as enduring and iconic as Michelangelo's 'David.' But while much of the world could sketch this majestic masterpiece from memory, few know the quirks and curiosities that went into its creation.

Let’s go inside the mysterious infrastructure that stores our water.

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with these gripping reads.

For AAPI Heritage Month, check out these incredible books by Celeste Ng, Viet Thanh Nguyen, Helen Hoang, and others.

Amazon Pet Day is cause for celebration.

During Amazon Pet Day 2023, you can get huge discounts on top-rated pet essentials, from Furbo dog cameras to litter boxes, toys, and more.

This person is definitely not in New Jersey.

It’s for your own good—or at least that’s the theory.

George Takei may be best known for his role as Mr. Sulu on ‘Star Trek.’ But there's far more to Takei than manning the helm of the USS ‘Enterprise.’

In 1953, Queen Elizabeth II had Coronation Chicken. Her son is going with Coronation Quiche.

Ever wonder what you're supposed to be minding when your mind your p's and q's?

Does it have to do with pea coats? Or maybe Latin scribes?

War is hell. Sometimes, it's only for about an hour, though.

Some wars can take centuries. Others can take, oh, about 45 minutes.

Tom Cruise, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, and Julia Roberts.

The biggest movie stars of today are mostly the biggest movie stars of yesterday.

Follow these tips to avoid buying a flavorless watermelon.

It requires a little person-on-produce violence.

Who is Midge? Why did Barbie’s little sister Kelly disappear? Is Nikki actually Christie’s little sister?

Here’s (at least) one interesting way station each of these common words made on its journey to the present day, whether it’s an analysis of the Latin roots, a hypothesis about a proto-Indo-European origin, or a pivotal change in meaning.

She's wishing she had a towel right about now.

It's a regional thing.

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

There are around 2.5 million used, new, and rare books housed inside New York City's multiple Strand Bookstore locations.

In honor of Independent Bookstore Day, we've picked the best bookshop in every state—plus a few others we loved. Did your favorite make the list?

The Stone of Scone in the Coronation Chair.

The Stone of Scone—also called the Stone of Destiny—may look unassuming, but it’s had a long and colorful history, right up to the present day.

When it’s time to settle down, these cities offer a nice mix of low cost of living, warm weather, and all-night gambling.

Facade of Mr. Toad's Wild Ride in Disneyland.

The end of Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, which hits passengers with a train and sends them through the "jaws of hell," was approved by Walt Disney himself.

Sometimes it’s better to think inside the box.

Get the scoop on the best cat litters to buy now according to experts, including clumping, non-clumping, and odor-controlling varieties.

Disney waved goodbye to these discontinued foods.

While some foodie favorites like churros and Mickey ice cream bars have been staples for years, other beloved treats have been unceremoniously yanked from menus.