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10 Questionable Creature Features Spawned By ‘Jaws’

‘Claws’ didn’t draw the same crowds as ‘Jaws’ when it premiered two years later.

The seal of Anthony Comstock’s New York Society for the Suppression of Vice.

The Moral Policeman: Anthony Comstock’s War on Sex in 1800s New York

Anthony Comstock would stop at nothing to rid the world of explicit photos, birth control, and anything else he deemed a threat to morals.

11 Little-Known Words for Specific Family Members

The words we use for family members in English are specific about some things, but vague about others. These words will help fill in the gaps.

Steven Spielberg Wanted ‘Jaws 2’ to Be a Prequel

For a single weekend, the director seriously considered taking over the sequel—and he was going to take a page from history.

Get ready to welcome summer, however you see fit.

15 Facts About the Summer Solstice

In 2025, the summer solstice will fall on Friday, June 20. Here are some fascinating facts to celebrate the celestial occasion.

Can You Solve This Old-Timey Riddle? #43

The riddle below dates back to 1904—can you figure it out?

Why Is ‘Jack’ a Nickname for ‘John’?

Here’s the invisible etymology that turned Johns into Jacks.

There are several ways you can try to reduce your dog’s anxiety.

10 Expert Tips for Calming an Anxious Dog

We spoke to several veterinary behavior experts to learn how to keep anxious dogs calm, no matter the scenario.

Resist the urge to smash this eight-legged fren.

The Reason You Shouldn’t Kill the Spiders in Your House, According to an Entomologist

Even if you don’t usually see them, spiders are in your house. And they’re paying rent, sort of.

10 of History's Greatest Flops

What exactly is a flop? To us, it’s something that arrived with great fanfare and big expectations, then ate pavement—hard. We’re covering just a few in the latest episode of The List Show.

‘Jaws 3, People 0’ was canceled in favor of a more traditional sequel.

When John Hughes Wrote an Unmade ‘Jaws’ Movie

After two successful ‘Jaws’ movies, Universal wanted to satirize them in the form of a National Lampoon feature titled ‘Jaws 3, People 0.’

Definition Detective Quiz #42

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

Why Are Fruity Drinks Called “Ades”?

Lemonade kickstarted the trend. But there’s more to the story than that.

Roger Ebert sparred with numerous rivals over the years.

7 Notorious Roger Ebert Feuds

The late film critic once had a curse put on him by a vengeful filmmaker.

The Animal Most Likely to Kill You in Each State

Being bitten or kicked by a large, hoofed animal is most likely to spell the end in many states.

This beast will be up for sale this July.

Rare Ceratosaurus Fossil Expected to Fetch Millions at Auction

A 6-foot-tall Ceratosaurus fossil is going up for auction at Sotheby’s this July. Find out what makes this dinosaur so rare and valuable.

It looks like Boston takes the cake when it comes to America‘s most expensive hotel stays.

The 25 U.S. Cities With the Most Expensive Hotels

If you‘re planning a trip to these 25 U.S. cities, brace for impact.

Steven Spielberg Is Sorry That ‘Jaws’ Caused a Shark Panic

Steven Spielberg apologized for sparking an anti-shark feeding frenzy in the ’70s.

'The Garden Party' by Johann Michael Kupfer.

15 Forgotten Summertime Activities We Need To Bring Back

Ditch your TV, shut down social media, and go outside to try these summer activities from yesteryear.

See if you can decipher this twisted tune.

Tune Twist Quiz #46

It’s time to play Tune Twist, where we translate the lyrics of popular songs into multiple languages and then back into English. Can you figure out what the song is, or who performed it?

Why Do Gas Stations Charge for Air?

Air is a free resource—unless you need it for your tires.

One of Henri Matisse’s cut-out artworks.

5 Artists Who Created Work While Recuperating From Illness or Injury

From Matisse’s cut-outs to Van Gogh’s self-portraits—and beyond.

Why You Should Never Leave Your Dog in a Hot Car—Even For Just a Few Minutes

Sad but true: Your pet can die in a shockingly short amount of time.

Cloud Coffee Is the Latest Caffeinated Beverage Trend—Here’s How to Make It at Home

The dreamy and creamy cloud coffee has taken the internet by storm. Learn what‘s in the drink and how to make it.

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