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The FCC's New Scam Glossary Will Help You Identify Fraudulent Calls

Scam calls have gotten more creative, and it can be hard to keep track of what's out there. The FCC's scam glossary compiles all the terms and tactics you need to know.

‘Water’ in Kansas City Woman’s Ear Turned Out to Be a Venomous Brown Recluse Spider

She woke to the sensation that water was stuck in her ear, and thankfully went right to the doctor’s office.

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How Does Alberta, Canada, Stay Rat-Free?

Alberta is the only province in Canada that does not have any rats and is, in fact, the largest inhabited area on the planet that is rat-free.

Michigan Hospital’s Neonatal ICU Is in Need of Volunteer ‘Baby Cuddlers’

Increase dopamine levels, care for NICU infants, and give hardworking hospital staffers much-needed help in one fell swoop.

The 25 Best Colleges in America

The college decision process is always tough, but Niche's annual rankings help make it easier for prospective students (and their parents).

Two bison grazing in Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

12 Facts About Theodore Roosevelt National Park

Read on for things to do and see, plus what to know before you go camping, in Theodore Roosevelt National Park—the only national park named after a person.

The Bird or Bunny Optical Illusion Could Have You Second-Guessing Your Eyesight

A new video depicts someone stroking a raven—or is it a bunny rabbit ? Watch the viral clip and decide for yourself.

8 Wild The Wizard of Oz Fan Theories

With dozens of symbols and a naturally allegorical tale, 'The Wizard of Oz' lends itself to a wide variety of interpretations and pet theories—some of them more plausible than others.

Snuggle a Raccoon While You Sip Your Coffee at Ukraine’s Raccoon Cafe

The cafe's exterior features a mural of Rocket Raccoon from 'Guardians of the Galaxy’ and various raccoons dressed up as superheroes.

11 Secrets of Storm Chasers

Pursuing extreme weather isn't for the faint of heart. Three professionals talk about tornadoes, hurricanes, and the perils of flying houses.

The Disputed Origins of Publix’s Chicken Tender Subs

A Facebook user claims that he and his friends invented the beloved chicken sandwich, but Publix begs to differ.

Bielefeld, Germany, Is Offering $1.1 Million If You Can Prove the Conspiracy Theory That It's Not Real

Saying Bielefeld doesn't exist is a common joke in Germany, and now the city is offering a big prize to anyone who can find truth behind the statement.

Hard Sell: A History of the Pet Rock

The Pet Rock was the brainchild of copywriter Gary Dahl, who thought America needed a laugh during the largely humorless post-Vietnam and Watergate era.

Could Gigantic Coconut Crabs Have Played a Part in Amelia Earhart’s Mysterious Disappearance? At Least One Scientist Thinks So

Thirteen human bones that may have been Amelia Earhart’s were found and promptly lost. But what happened to the other 193?

This London Pub Might Be the Most Ethical Bar in the World

We've all read about the current climate crisis and have wondered what we can do to prevent it from getting worse. East London pub owner Randy Rampersad is doing his part in a big way.

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Submarine Expedition Reveals Parts of the Titanic Have Fully Decayed

The salt, currents, and metal-eating bacteria of the ocean are breaking down the wreck of the 'Titanic,' and it could be gone completely as soon as 2030.

A MoviePass Security Gaffe Leaves Tens of Thousands of Accounts Exposed

The movie subscription service has endured bad press, and it's now got more coming. Tens of thousands of accounts were left unsecured on a server for anyone to see.

Thomas Franklin Vaughns, 99-Year-Old Former Mechanic for the Tuskegee Airmen, Just Received Five Army Medals

Thomas Franklin Vaughns served his country twice, and has spent the rest of his life serving America’s youth.

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The Cat Sanctuary That Sits Near the Ancient Roman Site Where Julius Caesar Was Murdered

Cats will sleep anywhere—even in ancient ruins. Rome's Colonia Felina di Torre Argentina Roma is a cat sanctuary stationed on the site where conspirators stabbed Julius Caesar 22 times outside the Theatre of Pompey.

10 Things You Might Not Know About Dorothy Parker

As a founding member of the Algonquin Round Table, Dorothy Parker was renowned for her scathing wit.

13 Facts About the Tooth Fairy

In the United States, children who leave a newly lost tooth under their pillow know to expect a nocturnal visit from the Tooth Fairy, who might leave a shiny quarter, a new toothbrush, or perhaps even a crisp $20 bill!

Why Do Students Get Summers Off?

Discover the real reason why students get summers off each year, which contrary to popular belief, wasn’t because kids had to work on the family farm.

Lost Sketches From The Little Prince Have Been Discovered in Switzerland

The beloved children's book was published in 1943. A recent collection of sketches that further illustrate the titular character's adventures has been discovered.

The Definition of Museum Could Be Changing

The International Council of Museums is entrenched in a bitter battle over what exactly a museum should be.

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