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In 1914, Red Fox James rode from Montana to the White House to champion a celebration of America's indigenous peoples.

November Is Native American Heritage Month—Here Are 5 Things to Know

Thanksgiving isn’t the only major November holiday—here’s how Native American Heritage Month first came to be.

8 Surprising Facts About Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson has been in everything from 'Schindler's List' to 'Star Wars,' but he once contemplated becoming a boxer.

Pedro Lascuráin, Mexico's unlikely president.

Pedro Lascuráin: The Man Who Was Mexico's President for Only 45 Minutes

Pedro Lascuráin, the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Mexico, found himself a pawn in a game that saw three presidents hold office in one day.

This person is Chief Holiday Cheermeister material.

You Could Get Paid to Watch 25 Christmas Movies in 25 Days

If you’re already planning on holding your own ‘25 Days of Christmas’ movie marathon, this dream job is perfect for you.

Use these tips to avoid Thanksgiving Day disasters.

8 Expert Tips to Make Thanksgiving Easy for First Timers

Thanks to coronavirus, many people will be tackling cooking a Thanksgiving meal for the first time this year. Here are a few tips and tricks that will help you prepare a great meal—and make it your own.

Bremont's New Stephen Hawking Watch Contains Pieces of the Late Scientist's Desk

Keep Stephen Hawking's memory alive with a watch made from pieces of his beloved desk, with proceeds supporting The Stephen Hawking Foundation.

Jim Henson attends the 1985 BAFTA Awards at London's Grosvenor Hotel.

6 Surprising Facts About Jim Henson

If there’s anyone to thank for your early childhood television obsessions—specifically of the puppet variety—it’s Jim Henson.

Pete Souza/The White House, Wikimedia Commons // Public Domain

Can Presidents Pardon Themselves?

It’s a question that has been debated since the writing of the Constitution: Can Presidents pardon themselves?

Waffle House's New Bacon & Kegs Beer Pairs Perfectly With Late-Night Breakfast

Waffle House and Oconee Brewing Company's new Bacon & Kegs beer is just as good with smothered hashbrowns as it is on its own.

Don't Miss Saturn And Jupiter's Great Conjunction on the Winter Solstice

On December 21, 2020, Saturn and Jupiter will share their closest conjunction since 1653. Here's what you need to know to see the event.

The 30 Best Comedy Movies of All Time

Comedy generates an immediate, undeniable audience response. If people are smiling and laughing, then there's a good chance you made an effective funny movie.

These birds will put your sewing skills to shame.

Watch as the Amazing Tailorbird ‘Sews’ Its Nest Together

In place of fingers and sewing equipment, watch as a tailorbird uses foraged fibers and a needle-like beak to stitch its nest.

The cowl worn by Michael Keaton in Tim Burton's Batman (1989) could sell for more than $25,000.

Bid on Iconic '80s Movie Props from Batman, Labyrinth, Rambo, The Princess Bride, and More

Iconic props and costumes from beloved '80s movies like 'Batman,' 'Labyrinth,' and 'The Princess Bride' are hitting the auction block.

The “Hendrick’s High Wheel” Is a Cheeky Victorian Version of the Modern Stationary Bike

Victorian penny-farthings weren’t exactly optimized for exercise—neither is the Hendrick’s High Wheel.

Need to Know the Sex of a Wild Turkey? Look at Its Poop

Learn the difference between male and female turkey poop if you need a gross Thanksgiving conversation topic.

Not every story ends as happily as it begins.

Botched the Turkey This Thanksgiving? Whole Foods Will Give You a Gift Card

Whether your Thanksgiving turkey bursts into flames or just tastes bad, Whole Foods has you covered.

Kimmy Lindell Ekström, Wikimedia Commons // CC BY-SA 4.0

'All the Sugar and Twice the Caffeine': The Electrifying History of Jolt Cola

Jolt Cola debuted in 1986 and promised a departure from the "wimpy" Coca-Cola and Pepsi offerings by promising almost as much caffeine as soft drinks could legally contain.

Watch Jeopardy! Host Alex Trebek Swear Up a Storm In These R-Rated Outtakes

Alex Trebek was known for his polite persona, but following his death, some hilarious outtakes have emerged that show the 'Jeopardy!' host cursing up a storm.

The Afternoon Meal (La Merienda) by Luis Meléndez, circa 1772

11 Wonderful Old Words for Lunch

In the 17th and 18th centuries, there were as many words for lunch as there were varieties of it. Below is a lexicon of some of these splendid words.

Shirley Chisholm speaks at the 1972 Democratic National Convention.

Shirley Chisholm’s History-Making 1972 Presidential Campaign Is the Subject of a New Movie Starring Danai Gurira

‘The Fighting Shirley Chisholm’ will chronicle the trailblazing politician’s presidential campaign of 1972.

Walmart Recalls Romaine Lettuce from October 2020 Over E. coli Concerns

Tanimura & Antle romaine lettuce sold at Walmart has been recalled following an E. coli outbreak in six states. Here's what you need to know.

10 Things You Might Not Know About Alice Walker

From her groundbreaking essays to Pulitzer Prize-winning novel 'The Color Purple,' Alice Walker's work explores Black American experiences.

Why Do Babies Start Crying As Soon As You Sit Down?

Wondering how to stop a baby from crying? Unfortunately, the answer doesn’t involve sinking into your comfiest armchair.

How to Crack an Egg, According to Science

If you find your countertop splattered with an egg crime scene, you might benefit from these useful tips.

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