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Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears, which stopped being a national landmark in 2006.

National Historic Landmarks Can Lose Their Status—Here’s How

The National Park Service can revoke designation if a landmark “ceases to meet criteria.” Here’s what that means.

Why You Should Never Let Your Car Run While Pumping Gas

It's technically possible to pump gas with your car engine on, but doing so creates hazardous conditions for yourself and those around you.

Memorial Day 2021: What's Open? What's Closed?

Before writing plans for Memorial Day, check which businesses and institutions will be closed on the federal holiday.

A promising young restaurateur, ready to be called a restauranteur for the rest of her career.

Why Is There No N in Restaurateur?

If you’ve been spelling ‘restaurateur’ with an ‘n’ for your entire life, don't feel bad. But here’s why you’re wrong.

Travel Through the Scottish Highlands in a Luxury Train While Supporting a Charity

Travel through the Scottish Highlands on the Royal Scotsman train with Omaze’s latest sweepstakes, aimed at raising funds for Black Voters Matter.

Each State's Favorite Easter Treat, Mapped

Ahead of Easter on April 4, 2021, see which holiday-specific treats and candies your home state is searching for.

Watch Scientists in Iceland Cook Hot Dogs on Lava From an Active Volcano

When the long-dormant Geldingardalsgos volcano erupted in Iceland this month, scientists took the opportunity to have a lava-fueled barbecue.

"Lucky" Luciano (third from left) during his trial in August 1936.

Operation Underworld: When the U.S. Government Teamed Up With the Mafia to Fight Fascists During World War II

“Lucky” Luciano and Meyer Lansky took New York’s underworld undercover during World War II—and Luciano did it all from prison.

Tear stains on dogs are easily explained.

The Reason Why Dogs Have Tear Stains

Matted brown or black fur under a dog's eyes is common, especially with certain breeds. Here's how it happens.

One of the World's Spiciest Hot Sauces Is Two Times Hotter Than Pepper Spray

Mad Dog 357 Plutonium No. 9—one of the hottest hot sauces in the world—packs 9 million Scoville Heat Units, which is more than four times as much as a Carolina Reaper and nearly twice as much as pepper spray.

11 Secrets of LEGO Designers

We spoke with three LEGO designers about the ins and outs of the job, including the rigorous quality control process, their all-time favorite sets, and their unique workspace.

Nicola White discovered this antique gold and sapphire ring while mudlarking on the River Thames.

Extreme Mudlarking: How London Fortune Hunters Unearth Thames Treasures

London's mudlarks hunt for treasures in the River Thames's tidal sands, finding everything from Roman pottery to human bones.

(L to R) Law & Order stars Jerry Orbach, Angie Harmon, Sam Waterston, and Jesse L. Martin pictured in 1999.

20 Arresting Facts About Law & Order

Though NBC called it quits on 'Law & Order' in 2010, after 20 seasons and more than 450 episodes, the series lives on in reruns and spinoffs. In fact, it's probably playing somewhere on TV right now.

COVID-19 vaccines are being delivered in Austin, Texas.

In Austin, Meals on Wheels Is Helping to Bring COVID-19 Vaccines Right to Seniors' Homes

The meal delivery service is teaming with Austin Public Health to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to the homebound.

Girl Scouts sell cookies in New York City.

10 Tasty Facts About Girl Scout Cookies

Girl Scouts are synonymous with cookies, and they should be. In just a few weeks each year, Girls Scouts sell more cookies than Oreo.

What a Puppy's Paws Can Tell You About Its Adult Size

If you want to get an idea of how big your tiny puppy might grow to be, their paws could offer a hint.

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The Town Where the Dead Outnumber the Living

Colma, California, is home to 17 cemeteries housing roughly 1.5 million bodies. Thanks to San Francisco's ban on burials, that number keeps growing.

Those potato peels are ready for a glow-up.

Make the Most of Your Food Scraps With IKEA’s Free New Cookbook

IKEA is helping you cut down on food waste with 50 free chef-developed recipes for everything from banana peels to broccoli stems.

A California Winery Will Pay You $10,000 a Month to Live There and Drink Wine for a Year

If you love wine, this is your chance to get paid to drink it for the Murphy-Goode Winery in Sonoma County, California.

Want to Improve Your Health? Listen to the Sounds of National Parks

Will taking a stroll through a national park make you feel less stressed? According to this study, the answer is probably yes.

Mason jars solved a food storage problem.

Who's the Mason of Mason Jar Fame?

John Landis Mason revolutionized food preservation in 1858. Too bad he didn't see jack in terms of money for it.

Not every invention has to change the world.

20 of the Weirdest Inventions From the Past 20 Years

From clothing made from milk to selfie toasters, these are the products that had us doing a double take.

Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and the Child in season 2 of The Mandalorian.

Watch What The Mandalorian Looks Like Before and After ILM Adds Its Special Effects

Season 2 of ‘The Mandalorian’ introduced a massive Krayt dragon and a whole host of other jaw-dropping special effects. See how ILM did it.

Don't Miss the Super Pink Moon Coming in April 2021

On April 26, the full moon will appear especially large and bright in the night sky. Here's what you need to know to catch the super pink moon.

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