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You lose certain rights when you're taken into police custody, but there's plenty you can do (or avoid doing) to legally protect yourself.

This woman systematically drinks orange juice while her creative juices are flowing.

Something systemic—like a disease—means it’s present throughout a system. ‘Systematic’ refers to how a system is operated.

Cloth face masks can make for a sweaty summer.

Masks will continue to be a recommended practice this summer. Here's how to stay comfortable even as temperatures soar.

For one thing, tear gas grenades are usually used for crowd control—pepper spray is more for personal safety.

You won't be able to see the Great Smoky Mountains' synchronous fireflies in person this year, but a nonprofit has made the light show easy to view from home.

The last time a bald eagle nest with eggs was recorded on Cape Cod in Massachusets was more than a century ago.

From May 31 to June 5, follow along as Black Birders Week highlights the experiences and expertise of Black scientists and naturalists.

Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and other Sesame Street characters will help experts respond to viewer-submitted questions during the event.

This Saturday, experts and ‘Sesame Street’ characters will answer viewer-submitted questions about racism, diversity, and the nationwide protests.

This corpse flower is ready for her closeup.

The corpse flower smells similar to rotting flesh, dead fish, or Camembert cheese that’s been left out all night.

The Insurrection Act gives the president the authority to address domestic disturbances using the military.

Introduced in 1807, the Act affords the president the power to intervene in state law enforcement efforts. But debate rages over when it's appropriate to do so.

Attorney Nina Shaw speaks at a 2019 awards ceremony for the NAACP Legal Defense Fund.

From legal aid to women’s healthcare, here are five organizations that promote equality and lift up Black communities.

Al Capone: Public Enemy #1, soup kitchen proprietor

During the Great Depression, 50 percent of Chicago's workforce was out of a job. Al Capone, the city's bloodthirstiest gangster, stepped in feed the hungry.

Famed illusionist Harry Houdini might have been one of the only people to succeed in leaving Theodore Roosevelt truly dumbfounded.

From using cooking spray on your cheese grater to having dental floss on hand, here are some handy kitchen hacks you'll wish you would have known sooner.

Graves in potter's fields are sometimes marked with blank headstones or crosses.

After a remorseful Judas returned his payment for betraying Jesus, the high priests used it to buy the very first potter’s field.

Tamagotchi is the toy that launched a thousand digital pet competitors.

If you grew up in the '90s, you probably remember the Tamagotchi, the egg-shaped keychain toy that beeped, ate, and pooped.

The only thing better than spotting an ice cream truck is spotting a similar vehicle that serves tequila.

These chalky discs are headed back to your Necco' the woods soon.

Two years after Necco shut its doors for good, Necco Wafers are headed back to your necco’ the woods.

Ozzie Canseco, the identical twin brother of baseball legend Jose Canseco, had all of the tools—but not nearly enough of the practice.

Steve McQueen stars in The Thomas Crown Affair (1968).

There is nothing quite like watching the characters in a movie pull off a great heist against all odds. Here are some of the best of them.

In Sweden, Fridays are a time to indulge in tacos topped with cucumber and pineapple and cozy up on the couch with loved ones.

Opening a door was nearly as taxing as an actual 19th-century workout.

Victorian women weren’t exactly doing HIIT workouts—in fact, they were trying not to break a sweat at all.

How is HBO Max different from HBO GO and HBO NOW? Answers to that and all your other burning questions here.

What Are Your Rights If You Get Arrested?

Systemic vs. Systematic: How to Use Each Word Correctly

How to Make Wearing a Face Mask More Comfortable During the Warm, Sweaty Summer Months

Tear Gas vs. Pepper Spray: What’s the Difference?

How to Watch the Great Smoky Mountains' Synchronous Fireflies From Home

A Bald Eagle Nest With Eggs Has Been Spotted on Cape Cod for the First Time Since 1905

It's Black Birders Week—Here's Why Celebrating Black Scientists and Naturalists Matters

Sesame Street and CNN to Host a Kid-Focused Town Hall About Racism and the Recent Protests

Barnard College’s Corpse Flower Just Bloomed for the First Time Ever—Watch It Here

What Is the Insurrection Act?

5 Organizations That Empower Black Communities—and How You Can Help

When Al Capone Ran a Soup Kitchen During the Great Depression

History Vs. Podcast Bonus Episode: TR vs. Houdini

12 Smart and Simple Kitchen Hacks

Why Are Common Graves Called Potter’s Fields?

11 Fascinating Facts About Tamagotchi

Move Over, Mister Softee: Margarita Trucks Are Bringing Cocktails to Your Doorstep

Finally: Necco Wafers Are Officially Back After a Two-Year Absence

Double Play: The Curious Life and Career of Ozzie Canseco

The 25 Greatest Heist Movies of All Time

Instead of Taco Tuesday, Sweden Celebrates Taco Friday (or Taco Fredag)

Victorian Women Worked Out, Too—They Just Did It Wearing Corsets

HBO Max: Everything You Need to Know About the New Streaming Service