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Could the Average Person Be Talked Through Disarming A Nuclear Bomb?

The movies make it look easy. But if the future of our world depended on it, could you successfully work to disarm a nuclear bomb?

Kali Reis and Jodie Foster star in ‘True Detective: Night Country.’

The Two Historical Mysteries That Inspired ‘True Detective: Night Country’

To create the newest season of ‘True Detective,’ showrunner Issa López went all the way back to 1872. And 1959.

8 Movies That Sent People Running Out of Theaters

When ushers need smelling salts, you know you've got a hit.

15 Fascinating Facts About S.E. Hinton’s ‘The Outsiders’

From the author’s inspiration to the impact on schools, here’s what you need to know about S.E. Hinton’s iconic coming-of-age novel ‘The Outsiders.’

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10 of the Most Valuable American Girl Dolls and Accessories From the ‘80s and ‘90s

Looking to resell your vintage American Girl dolls and accessories? Learn more about the most valuable selections from the ‘80s and ‘90s, which could fetch a high price in today‘s collector‘s market.

A scene from “The Greatest Night in Pop”

The Greatest Night in Pop: 10 Facts About the Making of “We Are the World”

In the ’80s, pop music decided to take on the world’s problems. There was Band Aid, Live Aid, Farm Aid, and of course, USA for Africa's “We Are the World.”

The 100 Most Popular Baby Names From 100 Years Ago

The 1924 list of most popular baby names has a few (but not many) things in common with today's trends.

The Long, Contentious History of Prince’s “Nothing Compares 2 U”

The winding tale of “Nothing Compares 2 U” begins in 1984, when Prince wrote the song, and continues through to 2021, when Sinead O’Connor declared it “my song.”

When the Miniseries Ruled Television in the ‘70s and ‘80s

Discover the groundbreaking history of miniseries in television. From "Roots" to "Rich Man, Poor Man," these limited-run shows transformed the medium, and here‘s how.

Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor on the set of 'The Sandpiper' (1965).

9 Unforgettable Breakup Letters From History

These famous couples (and some lesser famous ones) didn’t mince words in their breakup letters.

Mark Mothersbaugh performs with Devo at the Whiskey A Go Go in 1979.

Why Devo's Mark Mothersbaugh Turned Down the Chance to Play Doc Brown in ‘Back to the Future’

Mark Mothersbaugh—frontman for Devo, the band behind the 1980 mega-hit “Whip It”—could have also played a role in one of the biggest movies of the '80s.

Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway in 'Chinatown' (1974).

Almost Perfect: 55 Movies With 99 Percent Ratings on Rotten Tomatoes

Rotten Tomatoes’s best movies might be in the elite 100% Club, but those in the 99% Club aren’t far behind.

“Refreshingly Mad”: 10 Facts About the First Pole-to-Pole Journey Around the World

Ginnie and Ranulph Fiennes's Transglobe Expedition circled the globe—just not the normal way.

Hopefully this kid washed his hands before returning to his fries.

Rough Play: The Dirty and Dangerous History of McDonald's PlayPlaces

Following a string of PR nightmares, McDonald's began quietly removing its PlayPlaces in the 2000s.

The ‘Seinfeld’ Double-Dip Is Exactly as Gross as It Seems, According to Science

You really don’t want to know what’s lurking in that dip.

The USS 'Flagg' was the grail of '80s toys.

When Hasbro Drove ‘80s Kids Wild With G.I. Joe’s USS ‘Flagg’ Play Set

Did you know that the USS Flagg was one of the biggest play sets of the 1980s? Dive into the world of G.I. Joe and learn about its massive size, intricate design, and the challenges it posed for parents.

1999 in Review: 25 Songs Everyone Was Listening to 25 Years Ago

From TLC's “No Scrubs” to Limp Bizkit's “Nookie,” 1999 was both a good year for pop music and a weird one.

Virginia Woolf, Charlie Chaplin, and Ludwig van Beethoven could be considered nepo babies.

18 Nepo Babies From History

Plenty of nepo babies have earned their places in history. But it’s always good to acknowledge the doors open to people who have rich relatives—or whose dad knows the manager of a clogging troupe.

John Carpenter on the set of 'Halloween' (1978).

10 Surprising Facts About John Carpenter

From his 1978 classic “Halloween” to his love of video games, there’s a lot to appreciate about John Carpenter, but here are some other cool facts you might not have known about the storied director.

James Gandolfini Wasn't the First Choice for 'The Sopranos'

It's hard to imagine anyone else in the role of Tony Soprano, but producers tried.

11 “Eco-Horror” Movies that Shocked the 1970s

Mother Nature can be scary, as these films full of homicidal bunnies, pissed-off piranhas, and one mutated bear prove.

Californians and Midwesterners have the best shot at surviving this situation.

The 10 Best States for Surviving a Zombie Apocalypse

The zombie apocalypse isn’t as far off as you’d think. Which means it's better to be safe than sorry.

10 Awesome MS-DOS Games You Can Play in Your Browser

The Internet Archive has more than 8500 MS-DOS games online, and they’re playable in nearly any browser. Prepare to kiss your free time goodbye.

(Left to right) Kieran Culkin, Sarah Snook, and Jeremy Strong making a meal fit for a king in HBO's 'Succession.'

‘Succession’ Prop Auction Features Waystar Royco ID Badges, One Ludicrously Capacious Bag, and More

Heritage Auctions is giving you the chance to own all that iconic 'Succession' fashion.

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