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Howard Hughes, the original rich and eccentric guy.

When Howard Hughes Bought a TV Station Because He Had Insomnia

The reclusive billionaire couldn't sleep and didn't have anything to watch. His solution was to buy a TV station.

7 Facts About Hispanic Heritage Month

Discover the origins of Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 through October 15 each year. Here’s how the history of this annual celebration took shape—and how you can take part.

Can You Guess Which Movie Roger Ebert Hated?

The Pulitzer-prize winning critic had a sharp tongue. See if you can match his review excerpts to the movie he’s destroying.

Why Is It Called a “Phillips Head” Screwdriver?

Believe it or not, nobody named Phillips actually invented it.

The 10 Highest Grossing Tours of All Time

The list includes some veteran rockers, a couple of pop superstars, and two very powerful women whose influence transcends music.

Muhammad Ali makes a prediction of how many rounds it will take for him to win an upcoming fight scheduled for June 1963. He was right.

Criminal Ring: How Muhammad Ali’s 1970 Comeback Led to a Big-Money Heist

When Muhammad Ali returned to the ring after three years in exile, a team of thieves took the opportunity to steal more than $1 million from fans in a brazen armed robbery. A series about the heist hits Peacock September 5.

What’s the Kennection? #130

All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?

(Although technically speaking, he's really more of a poltergeist.)

15 Fascinating Facts You Might Not Know about ‘Beetlejuice’

Everyone’s favorite “bio-exorcist” is coming back to theaters on September 6, but while you wait for ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,’ you can brush up on these facts about the original.

You don't want to come across a bearded fireworm on your beach day.

Beachgoers, Beware: Venomous Fireworms Have Been Spotted on Texas Shores

Texans should take special caution on beaches—these fireworms pack a powerful sting.

Some people swear by the cleaning properties of citrus, but it’s not a magic bullet.

Should You Use a Lemon to Clean Your Dishwasher?

Some people swear by the cleaning properties of citrus, but will it really get your dishwasher clean?

Three views of the gold Roman-era bracelet discovered in a West Sussex field.

12-Year-Old Boy Stumbles on Ancient Roman Bracelet While Walking His Dog

The rare golden bracelet was probably given to a soldier as a reward for bravery as Roman armies invaded England.

10 Fascinating Facts About the Photograph ‘Lunch Atop a Skyscraper’

One of the most famous photographs of the 20th century gave people hope during the Great Depression.

The teddy bear has a very specific origin story.

How Did the Teddy Bear Get Its Name?

The origins of the teddy bear involve President Theodore Roosevelt, a bear hunt, a political cartoon, and the owner of a candy shop in New York.

15 Different Ways to Call “Dibs” Across the United States

You know to say, “I’ve got dibs!” but what if someone else says, “I wackie that doughnut,” or “Let's go snacks on it”? You might lose out on some chocolatey goodness. Be prepared by bulking up your dibs vocabulary.

Learn which languages are most popular in your country.

The Language Each Country Wants to Learn the Most, Mapped

From German to Arabic, these are the top languages that people want to learn in different countries.

Alexis Bledel (left) and Lauren Graham as Rory and Lorelai Gilmore.

Smells Like Stars Hollow: How Much of ‘Gilmore Girls’ Is Set in the Fall?

‘Gilmore Girls’ is often viewed as a fall show. So we counted how many episodes take place during each season—and autumn didn’t come out on top.

Not all regions with a food-inspired name are represented on the map.

9 Delightfully Delicious U.S. Regional Names

You’ve heard of New England, the Midwest, and the Pacific Northwest. But the United States has several more interesting regions, including the Pierogi Pocket, the Borscht Belt, the Pretzel Belt, and more.

Arts and crafts can be fun and beneficial for your mental health.

Arts and Crafts May Boost Mental Well-Being as Much as Employment, Study Says

Don’t underestimate the power of a productive crafting session.

Built in 1843, the schooner ‘Home’ is one of the oldest shipwrecks discovered in Wisconsin.

It Just Got Easier to Dive to Shipwrecks in Lake Michigan

Thanks to a new buoy network, scuba divers and snorkelers can explore some of the historic wrecks—while protecting our maritime heritage—in the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary.

Items from one of your favorite sitcoms will be auctioned off soon.

Props and Memorabilia From ‘Friends’ Are Headed to Auction for the Show’s 30th Anniversary

Julien’s Auctions and Warner Bros. will be there for you during the Friends Memorabilia auction on September 23.

10 Facts About Mark Twain’s ‘The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn’

A lewd drawing contained in an early printing could have destroyed the book’s chances—and Twain’s reputation.

Can You Solve This Old-Timey Riddle? #5

This 19th-century riddle was created by the British Museum’s librarian—can you figure it out?

Blowing gray bubbles just wouldn’t feel as fun.

Why Is Bubblegum Pink?

We uncover why bubblegum is traditionally pink—and also explore what flavor bubblegum even is.

How many Americans celebrate the three-day weekend.

8 Facts About Labor Day

Americans celebrate Labor Day on the first Monday of September—which means Labor Day falls on Monday, September 2, in 2024.

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