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Western Motel, 1957, Edward Hopper (American, 1882–1967), oil on canvas. Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, Bequest of Stephen C. Clark, B.A., 1903. © 2019 Heirs of Josephine N. Hopper / Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY

Edward Hopper’s Western Motel Is Being Turned Into a Hotel Room at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Much like ‘Nighthawks,’ Edward Hopper’s 1957 painting ‘Western Hotel’ explored isolation in the modern world—though climbing inside it with a few close friends is probably less than lonely.

Mystery Solved: Scientists Have Figured Out Why Some Squirrels Are Black

The black squirrel is an uncommon sight in the squirrel population. Scientists now believe they know why.

Autumnal Dessert Spices and Cubed Meat Collide: Pumpkin Spice SPAM Now Exists

The pumpkin spice craze has officially infiltrated the canned meat industry, and it might actually be delicious.

15 Fascinating Facts About Beatrix Potter

Beatrix Potter was a bestselling author, a world-famous illustrator, and a talented naturalist ... but she still disappointed her mom.

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Reading Makes People Feel Happier and Smarter, According to New Poll

Reading even just 15 pages a day can make people feel happier, smarter, and more relaxed. Who can argue with that?

12 Surprising Facts About Ghost Hunters

Three years after the paranormal hit aired its series finale on Syfy as that network's longest-running reality show, 'Ghost Hunters' is coming back on August 21st (though this time to A&E).

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You (And Your Beagle) Can Spend the Night in This Beagle-Shaped House

The Airbnb listing for the Dog Bark Park Inn B&B in Cottonwood, Idaho, says it all: “Stay in a giant dog! That's right, it’s a beagle-shaped one-unit inn where being in this doghouse is a good thing and comfortable to boot!”

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11 Scientifically Proven Tips for Relaxing

Feeling stressed? You’re not alone. But mowing the lawn could help, as can having a laugh. Science says so.

Game of Thrones Star Sophie Turner Has a Prediction for How Sansa Stark Will Die

Sophie Turner was just 13 years old when she took on the role of Sansa Stark in 'Game of Thrones.' In a new interview, she revealed how closely she related to Sansa's journey—and made one final prediction about where the character ended up.

A Security Researcher’s Attempt to Prank the DMV Backfired in a Spectacularly Expensive Way

His cleverly named vanity license plate succeeded in confusing the system, but not exactly how he was hoping.

The 25 Most Pet-Friendly Cities in America

For many people, having a pet is basically the equivalent of having a child. So it's important to live in a place where your fur babies feel welcome.

How to See the Full Sturgeon Moon on Thursday

August's full moon is called a sturgeon moon. Here's what you need to know to make the most of the celestial event on August 15.

Ernest Hemingway and actor Gary Cooper (right) leave a cinema on the Rue Royale in Paris, France in 1956.

No, Ernest Hemingway Didn’t Write That Six-Word ‘Baby Shoes’ Story

The six-word story "For Sale, Baby Shoes, Never Worn" is one of the best-known works attributed to Ernest Hemingway—but he probably didn't write it.

The Fossil of a Human-Sized Penguin Has Been Unearthed in New Zealand

The new species, dubbed 'Crossvallia waiparensi,' waddled the Earth some time between 66 and 56 million years ago.

New Stranger Things Fan Theory Argues This Surprising Character Is ‘The American’

While 'Stranger Things' season 3 ended on a particularly bittersweet note, the sneaky post-credits scene gave us all some hope for what's to come.

Illinois Becomes the First State to Require Insurance Companies to Cover EpiPens for Kids

Mylan’s high EpiPen prices have made it difficult for people to purchase the life-saving tool in the past, but things are looking up.

Olive Garden’s Pasta Pass Is Back—and This Year There’s a Lifetime Option

This year, Olive Garden is offering a Never-Ending Pasta Pass that's truly never-ending. For $500, you can get unlimited pasta, soup, salad, and breadsticks for life.

James Avery, Will Smith, and Janet Hubert in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

Each State’s Favorite 1990s Sitcom, Mapped

Do New Yorkers prefer 'Friends' or 'The King of Queens'? Do Californians have an allegiance to 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'? A new survey found out.

Elizabeth Berkley, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Tiffani Thiessen, Ed Alonzo, Dustin Diamond, Dennis Haskins, Mario Lopez, and Lark Voorhies in Saved by the Bell.

10 Mind-Boggling Saved By the Bell Fan Theories

If these 'Saved By the Bell' fan theories are to be believed, murderers, eco-terrorists, a famous tech billionaire, and one foul-mouthed superhero could be wandering the halls of Bayside High.

Miniature Horses Now Included on the List of Service Animals Airlines Must Allow to Fly

Your next flight may include a mini horse riding in coach, thanks to new service animal guidelines released by the Department of Transportation.

Delaware Becomes the First State to Achieve ‘No-Kill’ Status for Its Animal Shelters

Best Friends Animal Society hopes that the other 49 states will follow Delaware’s new standard by 2025.

9 Facts About The Tale of Peter Rabbit

That naughty bunny who got caught sneaking into Mr. McGregor’s garden was based on Beatrix Potter's own pet rabbit.

Hotels.com Is Looking for a Discerning Dog to Review the World’s Best Pet-Friendly Hotels

If your dog has impeccable taste, they may have what it takes to be the first-ever canine critic for Hotels.com.

Starbucks Might Bring Pumpkin Spice Lattes Back Earlier Than Ever This Year

The coffee company hasn’t officially announced the date, but employees are leaking it across social media.

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