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You can use any stone fruit (peaches, plums, nectarines, etc.) for this recipe.

This Stone Fruit Galette Is a Celebration of Summer Produce

Get the full stone fruit galette recipe from the Institute of Culinary Education—complete with storage tips and baking secrets for flakiness.

Dorothy Thompson, Helen Gurley Brown, and Ida B. Wells.

11 Women Who Changed Journalism

From landmark reporters to modern media moguls, these women transformed journalism as we know it.

See if you can decipher this twisted tune.

Tune Twist Quiz #51

It’s time to play Tune Twist, where we translate the lyrics of popular songs into multiple languages and then back into English. Can you figure out what the song is, or who performed it?

Malted milk powder makes all the difference.

Malt vs. Milkshake: What’s the Difference?

One key ingredient separates a malt from a milkshake.

You’re a few words away from being able to order a caipirinha with confidence.

14 Alcoholic Drink Names You’re Probably Mispronouncing

Here’s how to say everything from liquors like cachaça to brands like Moët.

You‘re looking at the biggest popcorn bucket made commercially available.

This $80 Galactus Popcorn Bucket Just Set a World Record

Marvel fans can now pre-order an LED-lit, Galactus-inspired popcorn bucket big enough to set a Guinness World Record.

Some words seem like they must come from the same source—but they don’t.

Think ‘human’ was created by slapping ‘hu-’ on ‘man’? Think again: ‘Man’ and ‘human’ aren’t related at all—and they’re just one example of words that seem like they must be linked, but turn out to have nothing in common once you dig into their etymology.

Did Einstein Really Say That?

The Nobel Prize-winning physicist often commented on science, the universe, and humanity. But which deep thoughts are really his?

Deadbolts are a pretty good theft deterrent.

Why Is It Called a “Deadbolt”?

Our favorite type of door lock has a somewhat morbid name.

8 Wild Fan Theories About ‘The Wizard of Oz’

Is Glinda actually the main villain? Is the movie somehow linked to Willy Wonka? Some would claim so.

People often referred to the Eiffel Tower as a tourist trap in their online reviews.

The World’s Worst Tourist Traps in 2025, According to Visitor Reviews

People really regretted spending their time and money at these attractions.

The Golden Gate Bridge under construction.

When San Francisco Considered Putting a Roller Coaster on the Golden Gate Bridge

One man’s dream was a city planner’s nightmare.

A walkway winds through Missouri’s Onondaga Cave.

10 of America’s Most Spectacular Cave Trails

Whether you’re into stalactite symphonies, prehistoric shelters, or just love your trails dark and damp, these 10 U.S. underground wonders have you covered.

What Are Those Weird Sleeves on California Gas Pumps?

They haven’t been mandated by the EPA since 2012, but California has kept them around.

The Best Way To Take a Nap, According to Experts

Napping offers many benefits, but getting the most out of a midday snooze isn’t always easy. Fortunately, these expert-backed tips can help, and keep you feeling refreshed after the fact, too.

What’s the Kennection? #177

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

John Humphrey Noyes, head of the Oneida Community, and Charles Guiteau, presidential assassin.

The Bizarre Free Love Cult That Housed a Presidential Assassin

John Humphrey Noyes wanted to build a heaven on Earth—but for Charles Guiteau, life at the Oneida Community was a living hell.

Turn Your Leftover Watermelon Into a Refreshing Summer Drink

Don’t let all that extra watermelon go to waste.

Dangerous roads come in all shapes and sizes.

10 of the Most Dangerous Road Trips in the U.S.

Deadly car breakdowns, hairpin turns, and an active volcano—these roads will give you one bumpy ride.

25 Words That Don’t Mean What They Used To

It’s to be expected that the words we use will change and develop over time. In some instances, these developments can lead to words gaining new meanings entirely different from their original ones.

This Map Shows Where Tourists Outnumber Residents

See the ratios of tourists to residents in countries across globe and every U.S. state.

Why Did Baby Viewing Windows Disappear From Hospitals?

Baby viewing windows were once a staple of hospital maternity wards across the country, but now they feel like a relic from a bygone era. Read on to learn about their history—and the real reasons why they vanished.

10 Best Beginner Hiking Trails in the U.S.

From waterfall views in Yosemite to canyons in Zion, these beginner trails are fun for the whole family.

15 Unbelievable Weather Records You Didn’t Know Existed

Presented by GEICO.

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