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It‘s the perfect way to make a tasty dessert in a flash.

Banana Boat S‘mores Are the Ultimate Campfire Dessert

Update your classic campfire s’mores with this banana boat recipe.

Baby Groot and a friend at New York Comic Con in 2023.

Quiz: Can You Match the Superhero to Their Place of Origin?

This multiple-choice quiz tests your knowledge of the origins of various Marvel and DC comics characters.

9 Facts About Hulk Hogan

Hulk Hogan was one of the biggest names in the history of professional wrestling. Learn more about the man behind Hulkamania with these facts about his life.

15 Fascinating Facts About Amelia Earhart

Groundbreaking aviator Amelia Earhart, born on July 24, 1897, was a pioneer, a legend, and a mystery. Discover the events that shaped her daring life and puzzling death.

Can You Solve This Old-Timey Riddle? #48

This riddle dates back to the 1903—can you figure out the answer?

Anxiety is a normal feeling to experience.

What’s the Difference Between Feeling Anxious and Having Anxiety?

Feeling anxious can be normal and sometimes even healthy. Missing out on life because of that anxiety is not.

The cover of Evelyn Waugh’s ‘Brideshead Revisited.’

8 Facts You Might Not Have Known About Evelyn Waugh’s ‘Brideshead Revisited’

From the accident that led to its creation to the real people who inspired key characters.

Fireflies Are Surging This Summer, in a Rare Win for the Insects

Firefly populations have been declining, but there may be light at the end of the tunnel for the glowing bugs.

The cocoon is on the left and the chrysalis is on the right.

Chrysalis vs. Cocoon vs. Pupa: What’s the Difference?

Confused about pupae, chrysalises, and cocoons? Discover the key differences between these metamorphic terms.

Airline safety videos might be getting too amusing.

Fun, Viral Airline Safety Videos Might Actually Make Air Travel Less Safe

Laughing at a silly airplane safety video? You might not be retaining much safety information.

Someone Ate the $6 Million Banana Taped to a Museum Wall—Again

This banana art has been eaten, replaced, and sold for millions.

The Right Way to Pronounce ‘Uranus,’ According to Experts

Here’s how scientists and other credible sources pronounce the planet Uranus’s name.

23 Temporarily Banned Episodes of Popular TV Shows

Over the years, a number of TV series have removed specific episodes from their rerun schedules. Some eventually return to the airwaves, while others may be serving a lifetime ban.

Definition Detective Quiz #47

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

Why Isn’t Washington, D.C., a State?

Residents of Washington, D.C., have no governor, no voting representation in Congress, and only limited local authority. The reason is simple: D.C. isn’t a state. Let’s break down the history and future of D.C. statehood.

11 Words for People Who Hate Certain Things

Everyone hates something. And there’s probably a word for that.

Both are major sources of fun, but they have their differences.

Amusement Park vs. Theme Park: What‘s the Difference?

Ever wondered if a theme park is just another name for an amusement park? Discover the real distinctions.

Swimming pools can really shake a person’s faith in humanity.

More Than Half of Adults Admit to Peeing in Pools, Survey Finds

Your community pool more than likely doubles as a community urinal.

15 Things You Might Not Know About Edward Hopper’s ‘Nighthawks’

Edward Hopper and his wife Josephine were the models for the couple in the diner. Here are 14 other facts about the iconic painting.

Is It Safe to Eat Raw Potatoes?

Snacking on a raw potato like it’s an apple is socially unacceptable. But is it a hazard to your health?

How 15 Bizarre British Dishes Got Their Names

Facts to keep on hand for the next time you’re digging into a dish of spotted dick or a serving of singing hinnies.

Just hear those sleigh bells jingling...

Why Do Some People Celebrate Christmas in July?

Christmas in July seems like a Hallmark Channel invention. But it actually has its roots in a pretty surprising source.

A glimpse inside an actual Borscht Belt resort.

Beyond Kellerman’s: Inside the Real Catskill Resorts That Inspired ‘Dirty Dancing‘

For much of the 20th century, all-inclusive Jewish resorts dotted the landscape of upstate New York. And yes, there was plenty of dancing.

Is It a Prescription Drug or a DC Comics Planet?

See if you can guess which is a brand-name medication and which is part of DC’s vast universe.

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