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11 of the Most Famous People of 1985

Two Michaels, Madonna, and a murderer kept themselves in the headlines throughout '85.

Calling All Golden Retriever Owners: Your Dog Could Be the Next Air Bud

How Jen Pawol Became the First Female Umpire in MLB History

9 Facts About Hulk Hogan

7 Movies That Changed the World in Surprising Ways

These movies triggered enormous cultural and political changes that continue to affect the world decades later.

Why Is It Called “Pickleball”?

Forget what you’ve heard about a dog—here’s the real story behind the origins of the name ‘pickleball.’

When WWF Wrestling Figures Ruled the ‘80s

When it comes to ‘80s toys, wrestling figures from the WWF (now the WWE) were all the rage. Here‘s what to know about their creation and the big impact they had on pop culture.

Baseball

Why Does ‘K’ Stand for ‘Strikeout’ in Baseball?

Baseball’s score-keeping system is full of abbreviations, but why exactly is the letter ‘K’ synonymous with a ‘strikeout’? Discover more about the evolution of baseball terms like this here.

Inside ‘Inside Baseball’: How America’s Pastime Invented a Handy Metaphor

In the 19th century, 'inside baseball' only had one meaning—here's how it came to be.

“Braille for Sports”: This Tech Makes It Easier for Blind Fans to Follow Games in Real Time

A new tablet uses haptic feedback to put live plays into the hands of sports fans with no or low vision.

11 Defunct Sports Teams

From the Macon Whoopees to the Piedmont-Westernport Drybugs and beyond.

What Do Referees Do Between Periods of a Game?

Spoiler alert: They’re not just sitting around.

15 of the Most Valuable Modern Sports Rookie Cards

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

Why Do We Call It a “Rain Check”?

When we promise to honor a commitment, it's a "rain check." And yes, it originally had something to do with the weather.

Unraveling the Many Mysteries of Neil Diamond’s ’Sweet Caroline’

Now’s a good time—so good, so good, so good—to dig into the rich history of Neil Diamond's iconic tune.

Basketball

How to Make More Basketball Shots, According to Physics

Go slow.

The Top 10 Best Cities for College Basketball Fans

WalletHub has ranked the top U.S. cities for college basketball fans, with Los Angeles topping the list.

In Basketball, Why Does the Home Team (Usually) Wear White?

Football

When Vladimir Putin (Allegedly) Stole Patriots Owner Robert Kraft’s Super Bowl Ring

In 2005, Patriots chief Robert Kraft's diplomacy mission to Russia turned into an international incident after Vladimir Putin pocketed his priceless Super Bowl ring.