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The Dark Side: An Oral History of The Star Wars Holiday Special

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the biggest tragedy in 'Star Wars' since the destruction of Alderaan. We spoke to the people who witnessed it firsthand.

10 Common Road Hazards and How to React to Them

You're probably not using your sun visor correctly.

Why Do Dogs Lick?

Think of it as a big, wet, sloppy way of saying "I love you."

Keep your pets away from the hot chocolate this holiday season.

7 Holiday Foods That Are Dangerous to Pets

A spiked cup of hot cocoa may be your favorite indulgence, but don't let Fido or Fluffy give it a try.

Here's How Retailers Are Manipulating You on Black Friday

There's a science to making your money disappear.

Why Your Cat's Tongue Is Nature's Perfect Hairbrush

One day, we might all use cat-inspired brushes.

New Edition of 'Game of Thrones Monopoly' Plays the Theme Song While You Conquer Westeros

Raise tensions even higher while playing 'Monopoly' with your family over the holidays.

Why You Should Never Plug Your Space Heater Into a Power Strip

Take this advice from fire safety experts.

Finally! Scientists Have Figured Out How Wombats Poop Cubes

In case you've been dying to know.

YouTube Is Now Streaming Free Movies—as Long as You'll Sit Through Some Ads

Now showing: The first five 'Rocky' films.

What 12 Fast Food Advertisements Look Like Compared to the Real Thing

Reality isn't always pretty.

When Mark Hamill Pitched George Lucas on Boba Fett Being Luke Skywalker's Mom

(Lucas wasn't impressed.)

Image Composite: Edward Everett (Wikimedia Commons), Background (Wikimedia Commons)

The Other Gettysburg Address You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The greatest speech in American history had a tough act to follow.

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11 Fascinating Facts About Adam Driver

Oscar-nominated actor Adam Driver refuses to watch his own movies—but made an exception for 'The Force Awakens.'

How Are Balloons Chosen for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?

Money talks—and floats.

Renting a Castle Is the Next Big Travel Trend—and It Can Save You Money

Depending on the size of your group, a castle can be cheaper than a luxury hotel.

7 Rarely Seen Portraits of the Standing Rock Sioux at the Turn of the Century

The Standing Rock Portraits is the first book of turn-of-the-century photographer Frank Bennett Fiske's photos ever released.

Canned Pumpkin Isn’t Actually Pumpkin

Cans of pumpkin puree are actually a range of squashes.

The title page of The Love Books of Ovid (1925), translated to English by James Lewis May and illustrated by Jean de Bosschère

'Obscene' Books From Oxford's Bodleian Libraries Go on Display for the First Time

A few of them are now taught in high school English classes.

10 Timeless Facts About The Land Before Time

Five years before 'Jurassic Park' roared into theaters, a gentler, more meditative dinosaur film endeared itself to audiences of all ages.

What's That Thing That Hangs Off a Turkey’s Face?

Having a long snood almost always means that a hen will want to mate with him and that another tom will back down from a fight.

Los Angeles Philharmonic to Perform a Piece of Music that Involves Dropping Melons on the Ground

The performance is part of the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s Fluxus Festival.

Is the Confidentiality Disclaimer at the Bottom of an Email Legally Binding?

People have gone to court over these boilerplate warnings.

Billie Lourd Shares What (Very Little) She Can About Star Wars: Episode IX

"I gotta watch myself because the Star Wars PD is going to come get me."

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