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10 Influential Banned Books Written by LGBTQ+ Authors

From gripping essay collections to graphic memoirs and more, these banned books by LGBTQ+ authors are still worth diving into.

Shoes hanging from power lines have invited a lot of urban myths.

Why Do People Toss Shoes Over Power Lines?

A dangling pair of kicks is sending a message. What is it?

10 Interpretations of Shakespeare’s Works

These theories about The Bard’s works range from the almost believable to the the utterly outlandish.

William Haines, Hollywood's First Out Gay Superstar

In the 1930s, Haines was forced to choose between Hollywood success and the love of his life.

Sky-high rent in major cities keeps burdening tenants.

These 10 Cities Have the Highest Average Rents in the U.S.

For some, the cost of renting an apartment can take up most of their monthly income.

Chris Kelly and Chris Smith of Kris Kross.

When Kriss Kross Launched a Backward Clothing Trend

Featuring rappers Chris “Mac Daddy” Kelly and Chris “Daddy Mac” Smith, Kris Kross rose to international fame with their infectious 1992 debut single, “Jump.” The duo rocked mega-baggy jeans, baseball caps, and oversized sports jerseys—all worn backward.

30 Surprising Facts About ‘Scarface’

Though it was initially a flop, Brian De Palma’s ‘Scarface’ has become a classic of the crime genre.

Pills come in orange containers for a clever reason.

Why Do Prescription Pills Come in Orange Bottles?

Those orange bottles are no accident—they were specifically designed to keep both medications and people safe.

15 of the Most Valuable Modern Sports Rookie Cards

Discover which of these most valuable sports rookie cards can net savvy collectors millions.

Put your Dutch oven to work this summer.

How to Use Your Dutch Oven As a Cooler This Summer

Dutch ovens can do more than simmer stews and sear meat. You can also use them as a cooler.

These 10 Dog Breeds Make the Best Hiking Companions

According to the American Kennel Club, Siberian huskies, Australian shepherds, and other popular working-dog breeds make the best hiking buddies.

The Grisly 1924 Crime That Led to the Forensic “Murder Bag”

The portable forensics kits that modern investigators use were inspired by bare hands at the scene of a horrific murder of Emily Kaye, which occurred 100 years ago.

A small sampling of our 50+ regional dish selections.

55 Beloved Regional Dishes From Across the U.S.

Did your favorite dish make the list?

Quiz: Can You Match the Historical Remedy with the Illness?

Figure it out, stat!

Why Is Depression Sometimes Called “The Black Dog”?

Everyone from lexicographer Samuel Johnson to Prime Minister Winston Churchill has used the phrase—but where does it come from? Why a black dog?

An appropriately confused-looking Gwyneth Paltrow with Robert Downey Jr. in 'Spider-Man: Homecoming' (2017).

9 Actors Who Forgot (Or Claimed They Forgot) They Were In Famous Movies

We all forget things from time to time.

What’s the Kennection? #119

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

1947 16mm Film Home Movie - ROAD TRIP TO CALIFORNIA

Watch a 1947 Home Video of an Ohio Family’s Road Trip to California

Filmed over 75 years ago, this retro home movie follows one Ohio family as they drive to California and visit some classic American attractions along the way.

Alexandre Rodrigues in 'City of God' (2002).

10 Fascinating Facts About ‘City of God’

Shot on location in Rio's poorest neighborhoods, ‘City of God’ used amateur actors from the community in many of its most famous improvised scenes, which are as evocative today as they were when the film first hit theaters in 2002.

An African American family from Georgia sits together outdoors, circa 1890.

Ancestry Has Digitized Records of 183,000 Enslaved Americans Dating Back to 1788

Rare details about the lives of enslaved and emancipated Americans reveal the cruel treatment they suffered as well as their resilience.

The Language That Each City Wants to Learn the Most, Mapped

New research from language website Wordtips has unveiled the top language choice of learners in almost every capital city in the world, providing unique and fascinating insight into global language learning.

The northern lights—caused by solar or geomagnetic storm—float over Tromsø, Norway.

12 Stunning Facts About Solar Storms

Solar storms are one of the most extreme types of space weather, and big ones can cause electronic malfunctions, GPS breakdowns, and gorgeous northern lights.

Why Are Dairy Products Usually at the Back of a Grocery Store?

Grocery stores are intentionally designed in a way that makes you want to spend more money. The long trek to the dairy section is part of it.

Not an "all convertible waitress" in sight.

7 Weird Things You Might Have Missed in Disney Movies and TV Shows

The House of Mouse has stoked its fair share of controversy over the years, but the Easter eggs and subliminal messages some believe are hidden in these classic Disney movies and TV shows take it to the next level.

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