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36 Larger-Than-Life Facts About André the Giant

Although a number of professional wrestlers have transcended the squared circle to become worldwide stars, few have captivated the public quite like André the Giant.

Arenas and stadiums have some key differences.

What’s the Difference Between an Arena and a Stadium?

Seating capacity is just one part of it.

The Accidental Origins of the Super Bowl’s Name

This particular corner of Super Bowl history involves tons of bowl games and at least one bouncy ball.

14 Austin Slang Terms You Should Know

You may know Austin, Texas, as the Live Musical Capital of the World that’s devoted to keepin’ itself weird—but you might not be familiar with the city’s many slang terms.

6 Surprising Facts About Boxing Day

Boxing Day occurs on December 26, and continues to be a big day for shopping.

45 of Google’s Top Trending Searches of 2023

Google Trends is summarizing a year in data spikes.

Now’s a good time—so good, so good, so good—to dig into the rich history of “Sweet Caroline.”

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.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott.

Why Do the Lions and Cowboys Always Play on Thanksgiving?

Why do the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys always take to the field for a Thanksgiving football game? Because it’s tradition! But how did this tradition begin?

You'd be amazed at what things you can get through a TSA checkpoint.

10 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know You Could Bring Through TSA Checkpoints

Most airline passengers focus on what they can’t bring through TSA checkpoints—but you'd be shocked by what can actually slip right through.

Mantle Piece: You Can Own Shares of Mickey Mantle’s Boyhood Home for $7

The baseball icon’s modest Oklahoma home is getting the fractional ownership treatment.

How One Grieving Father Got Lawn Darts Banned

Lawn darts were banned in 1988, but not before seriously injuring many children and killing at least one.

Calling All ‘90s Kids: Homage Is Your One-Stop Shop for Cool Pop Culture T-Shirts

There are Homage t-shirts for every corner of pop culture, from Nickelodeon and the Garbage Pail Kids to Guy Fieri and beyond.

These Mini Bluetooth Speakers Are Shaped Like Your Favorite Fictional Characters

The best small Bluetooth speakers just might be the ones shaped like Baby Yoda and Baby Groot from Bitty Boomers.

The Empire State Building lit up for the annual "Run-Up" in 2018.

Debunked: The Empire State Building Didn’t Actually Light Up for Taylor Swift’s “Ketchup and Seemingly Ranch”

The Empire State Building seemingly lit up for "ketchup and seemingly ranch." But not everything is as it seems.

Make your parking lot party even better with these tailgating must-haves.

Gear Up for Game Day With These 15 Must-Have Tailgating Essentials

You’ll have everything you need for the season with top-rated tailgating essentials like coolers, pop-up tents, and more.

Watch: Michael Jordan Appears in a 1992 McDonald’s Employee Training Video

His Airness once lectured McDonald’s employees on good customer service: “They expect to be treated as a guest in your home.”

How All 32 NFL Teams Got Their Names

Here are the stories behind the nicknames of the NFL’s 32 teams—and what they were almost called.

Serena Williams at the 2014 U.S. Open, which she won.

Why Are Tennis Tournaments Called “Opens”?

Tennis’s U.S. Open has only been an “open” since 1968. Here’s why.

A vintage family enjoys the hit show of the day, 'Scary Clown Time.'

Poor Reception: 10 Wildly Inaccurate Predictions About Television

“[Television] won’t be able to hold onto any market it captures after the first six months. People will soon get tired of staring at a plywood box every night.”

A game-winning drive calls for a big celebration.

Taking the Leap: 11 of the Best Signature Touchdown Celebrations in NFL History

Bust a move on the gridiron with these iconic touchdown celebrations from NFL history, including Homer Jones’ first-ever end zone spike and more.

The Reason Your Converse Sneakers Have Extra Holes on the Side

You may have never noticed the extra holes on the sides of your Chuck Taylor All-Stars, but they serve a clever purpose.

The Zany History of Mini Golf

Whether you call it mini golf, putt putt, or a cheap date, miniature golf has been popular since the 19th century.

Pickleball is putting some players out of commission.

Pickle Pain: Rising Pickleball Injuries Could Result in 67,000 ER Visits This Year

Pickleball mania is causing a strain on the healthcare system.

Elvis Presley, Josephine Baker, Joan Crawford, and James Brown.

65 People and Their Famous Last Words

Poignant, funny, sad, weird, or mean—last words can make quite the impact as we shuffle off the stage of life. Here are 65 notable examples.

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