Why does heat make you so tired? Because even if you’re just lounging around, your body is working hard.

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A hen named Henry patrols the parking area of a New Zealand preschool. According to one student, Henry ensures that "when cars come, they don't drive over the children."
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Though humans and koalas don't have much in common, there is one big similarity: fingerprints. Koalas have looping fingerprints just like humans, and some might not be able to tell them apart.
The plain vodka you have at home is a cheap, effective, and chemical-free alternative to commercial stain removers.
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Simply asking for a receipt when you order from McDonald's can improve the quality of your fast food meal.
The 10-foot-tall sculpture in England is an aerolian harp, playing haunting music as the wind blows through it.
For a more tranquil experience, consider heading to one of the national park system's least-visited properties.
Angie Thomas’s 2017 debut novel, 'The Hate U Give,' has held its place in our hearts (and on the New York Times Bestseller List) for half a decade now. Here's what you need to know.
The nostalgia of the '90s can vary depending on where you live. Oklahomans, for example, are curious about 'Twister,' while others are more interested in a Disney classic.
Research shows that the northern lights can be heard as well as seen, but scientists are still looking for the source of the sound.
For this invasive species, it’s best to adopt a ‘Take no prisoners’ mentality. And that may mean drowning spotted lanternfly eggs in alcohol.
In the 50-plus years since they were first introduced, Pocky sticks have taken the world by storm. Learn more about the history of this popular Japanese snack food here.
Customizing IKEA furniture is a tried-and-true method for decorating your space on the cheap. Here are some of our favorite IKEA hacks.
“You can’t hope to direct [Klaus] Kinski,” John Vulich, a makeup effects artist on 'Crawlspace' once said about the 1986 low-budget horror movie’s leading man. “You can only document him.”
The revival of Showtime's hit series 'Dexter' sees serial killer Dexter Morgan in snowbound New York, estranged from his son, and sharpening his tools to confront a new adversary. Here's everything we know so far.
Settling in for a night of binge-watching can have a significant effect on our potential for binge-eating.
Boston's Skinny House was built out of spite more than a century ago, and now it can be yours for $1.2 million.
From Disney's Splash Mountain to Universal's Jaws: The Ride, these theme park attractions exceeded the budgets of their movie inspirations several times over.
This map of each state's favorite Hulu original show may give you some inspiration for your next streaming session.
Los del Río's “Macarena” became the second longest-running number one in Billboard history, shifted 14 million copies, and sparked a dance craze that spread everywhere from the Olympics to the Democratic National Convention.