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The UK and the U.S. have their own go-to slang for the office setting.

“Circle back,” “dodgy,” and “bandwidth” are popular slang terms.

Discover more about the origins of toenails—plus the real reasons why your toenails may be getting thicker and changing colors.

Winter is synonymous with dry and flaky skin, but we don’t recommend treating it with these ancient recipes for body lotion.

A tugboat on the Thames near Tower Bridge in heavy smog, 1952.

Heavy fogs have long been a part of life in London. But the darkness that enveloped the city on December 5, 1952 wasn’t your typical pea-souper.

At the risk of being a puffer, here are some obscure things to call a quill-driver.

Here‘s the remarkable Wizard Island at the Crater Lake National Park.

There‘s no doubt that national parks are treasures, but which ones are best for those who love stars?

The riddle below dates back to the late 1700s—can you figure out the answer?

Every time a new year rolls around, people set out to better themselves. But why do we make these promises to ourselves, and where did this tradition come from? We can start by blaming the ancient Babylonians.

From ‘dingus’ to ‘da kine,’ these all-purpose terms have got you covered no matter what you’re trying to say.

Not a place you would typically think to order a cake from.

Unlike some “secret menu” items, this one actually exists.

GTA Boom reveals people‘s favorite video game characters of the year.

There‘s a time and place for black tea (left) and herbal tea (right).

“Caffeine-free tea” isn't actually tea at all.

The proverb that empowers rude shoppers has been going strong for over a century. Who’s to blame?

Body fat is not just something to get rid of. It plays important roles in the human body, from regulating metabolism to storing energy.

A dish of Hoppin’ John is a delicious way to start the new year.

The humble black-eyed pea has become a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Southern New Year's traditions.

Knowing how to prevent frozen pipes—and what to do if one freezes or bursts—is important information for homeowners.

Let’s celebrate another year in the books with a look back at how our knowledge grew over the past 12 months.

This Caesar salad will make a great appetizer to any meal.

Try this winter version of a Caesar salad featuring roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, and a rich homemade dressing.

On New Year’s Eve, after the ball has dropped, revelers queue up “Auld Lang Syne”—that song that makes you cry, even though you don’t understand it and know almost none of the words.

Single people may want to start swiping in Atlanta, Georgia.

Looking for love? Your geography may (or may not) be doing you any favors.

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?