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40 Excellent E-Words To Enlarge Your Vocabulary

When someone stops what they’re saying to go back and change a word to an even stronger one (as in, “I’m very happy—no, ecstatic to be here”), that’s called "epanorthosis."

13 Surprising Facts About Ulysses S. Grant

Ulysses S. Grant was a complicated man in one of the most complicated times in United States history.

Whitby Abbey—an Inspiration for Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula’—Is Calling All Vampires to Break a Guinness World Record

It’s the 125th anniversary of Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula.’ Celebrate by partaking in the largest-ever gathering of people dressed as vampires.

A Tree That Flowers With 40 Different Fruits

For most of the year, the trees of 40 fruits look like any other tree. But in spring, dozens of shades of pinks and reds and whites begin to appear.

The Rocky Mountain locust was a force to be reckoned with.

The Locust that Ate the American West

Laura Ingalls Wilder recalled the devastation they caused in the 1870s in 'On the Banks of Plum Creek.'

9 Short Facts About Dachshunds

Here’s the lowdown on everyone’s favorite vertically challenged dog.

The Reason Your Pillows Turn Yellow, and How to Clean Them

Yellow stains on pillows are gross, but they're more common than you may think (and easier to clean).

These authors are tackling important subjects in verse.

8 Novels in Verse by Authors of Color to Read for National Poetry Month

Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet in 'Titanic' (1997).

How Celine Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On,' a Song No One Wanted, Became a Titanic Hit

Even 25 years later, "My Heart Will Go On"—the love theme from 'Titanic'—can still make audiences weep. But it's a miracle it got made, as James Cameron wasn't interested in including a pop song in his historical drama and Celine Dion hated the song.

WordleBot Reveals How Your Wordle Skills Measure Up Against AI

Wordle is luck and skill—and WordleBot will tell you how well you’re doing with each one.

8 Things You Should Know About Ray Bradbury's 'Something Wicked This Way Comes'

From its kernel of inspiration in a bizarre childhood memory to Gene Kelly’s failed attempt to turn it into a movie before Bradbury turned it into a novel, here are eight things you might not know about 'Something Wicked This Way Comes.'

Schedule cleanings even when you aren't home and more with these self-emptying iRobot Roombas.

These iRobot Roomba Vacuums Can Empty Themselves—and Now They’re on Sale for Their Lowest Prices of the Year

Sick of having to clean up after your robot vacuum? These self-emptying iRobot robot vacuums will do it for you, and now they're up to 27 percent off.

Judy Garland’s Recently Rediscovered Gingham Dress from ‘The Wizard of Oz’ Can Be Yours… For About $1 Million

Dorothy’s iconic ‘Wizard of Oz’ dress spent decades buried in Catholic University’s drama department.

U-Haul fleets have Arizona plates. But why?

The Reason Every U-Haul Truck Has an Arizona License Plate

It doesn't matter what state you rent a U-Haul truck in.

Frosted Grape Pop-Tarts, a Staple of the ‘90s, Are Making a Comeback

If you've been missing the classic '90s breakfast treat, you're in luck.

Take a break at South Carolina's South of the Border.

9 Terrific Rest Stops in the United States

The best truck stops offer places for drivers to eat, sleep, shower ,and more.

Who Was Madeleine Astor? The Gilded Beginnings and Harrowing Survival of the Titanic’s Most Famous Widow

Socialite Madeleine Astor was 18 years old and five months pregnant when she boarded the RMS Titanic. Here's the story of what led to her journey—and how she survived it.

Sometimes you end up with Peyton Manning. Other times, Ryan Leaf.

10 Facts About the NFL Draft

Over the course of three days every year, representatives from all 32 NFL teams gather to draft the next generation of players who will hopefully propel their f

That old Pyrex in your attic could be worth a fortune online.

Have Old Pyrex at Home? It Could Be Worth a Lot of Money Online

If you have a box of old Pyrex dishware at home, now is the time to sell it.

This foldable treadmill is easy to store—and now it's on sale.

Want to Work Out More From Home? Try This Foldable Treadmill While It’s Still on Sale

Make working out from home easier with this foldable treadmill from Goplus, which you can get on sale on Amazon for more than $200 off right now.

How many of these Canadian slang terms do you know?

12 Canadian Slang Terms, Explained

Here's a primer on speaking like a Canuck.

What Exactly Is the ‘Grey Stuff’ From Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’?

Disney’s official ‘grey stuff’ recipe is a lot more appetizing than what you see in the movie.

10 of the Greatest Puzzles in History

Criteria include ingenuity, staying power, the puzzles’ effect on history—and whether they gave the author a good kind of headache or bad kind of headache.

Which Side of a Graduation Cap Does the Tassel Go On?

Graduation tassel placement depends on what degree you’re getting—and whether you’ve actually graduated yet.

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