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Both are major sources of fun, but they have their differences.

Amusement Park vs. Theme Park: What‘s the Difference?

Ever wondered if a theme park is just another name for an amusement park? Discover the real distinctions.

Swimming pools can really shake a person’s faith in humanity.

More Than Half of Adults Admit to Peeing in Pools, Survey Finds

Your community pool more than likely doubles as a community urinal.

15 Things You Might Not Know About Edward Hopper’s ‘Nighthawks’

Edward Hopper and his wife Josephine were the models for the couple in the diner. Here are 14 other facts about the iconic painting.

Is It Safe to Eat Raw Potatoes?

Snacking on a raw potato like it’s an apple is socially unacceptable. But is it a hazard to your health?

How 15 Bizarre British Dishes Got Their Names

Facts to keep on hand for the next time you’re digging into a dish of spotted dick or a serving of singing hinnies.

Just hear those sleigh bells jingling...

Why Do Some People Celebrate Christmas in July?

Christmas in July seems like a Hallmark Channel invention. But it actually has its roots in a pretty surprising source.

A glimpse inside an actual Borscht Belt resort.

Beyond Kellerman’s: Inside the Real Catskill Resorts That Inspired ‘Dirty Dancing‘

For much of the 20th century, all-inclusive Jewish resorts dotted the landscape of upstate New York. And yes, there was plenty of dancing.

Is It a Prescription Drug or a DC Comics Planet?

See if you can guess which is a brand-name medication and which is part of DC’s vast universe.

Why Is It Called a “Sledgehammer”?

The favorite tool of HGTV hosts, explained.

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.

Trekking poles help you keep your balance on uneven terrain.

How Trekking Poles Can Boost Your Hiking Game

They’re not just for folks attempting the Appalachian Trail. Here’s how trekking poles can improve any hiker’s performance and fitness.

Harland Williams, Barry Watson and Michael Rosenbaum co-star in ‘Sorority Boys.’

10 Y2K-Era Teen Comedies You Probably Forgot About

You might be glad you don’t remember some of the films that bombed during the turn of the 21st century’s teen movie renaissance.

Matcha and coconut water go together like birds of a feather.

This Viral Cloud Matcha Is Surprisingly Easy to Whip Up at Home

Curious about cloud matcha? Learn the simple steps to create this creamy tea at home.

You’re Probably Cooking Your Corn on the Cob Wrong

Tired of biting into mushy corn? Stop boiling it.

15 Phat Pieces of Clueless Slang

In honor of Clueless' 20th birthday (we know—we're totally buggin'!), we're exploring the origins of the movie's most memorable phrases.

A Simple Trick for Catching (and Killing) Spotted Lanternflies

Here‘s one quick and easy way to get rid of spotted lanternflies when you don’t feel like stomping on them (and a few other methods, too).

Alicia Silverstone, Brittany Murphy, and Stacey Dash star in Clueless (1995).

20 Fun Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About ’Clueless‘

Miss out on learning all about ‘Clueless,’ which celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025? As if!

Hang on to your hats (and your handles).

The Real Reason Cars Have Those Grab Handles Above the Doors

This particular car safety feature isn’t so your passengers can wordlessly convey that they think you’re a reckless driver. Those grab handles actually serve an important purpose.

What’s the Kennection? #176

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

This Strange Garden Hack Will Get Rid of Poison Ivy—And Protect You From Getting a Rash

Grab some trash bags and get to work.

Those large parking lots are coming in handy for Lawson stores.

Famous Japanese Convenience Store Is Turning Its Parking Lots Into Campsites

With limited lodging in rural Japan, Lawson offers a creative solution: rentable parking spaces.

Level up your smartphone game by dumbing it all down.

How To Turn Your Smartphone Into a “Dumb Phone”

Could making your mobile device a bit “stupider” be the key to curbing that pesky smartphone addiction? You can see for yourself with these handy tips.

How Your Android Phone Can Alert You to Earthquakes Before You Feel Them

Every second counts when it comes to earthquakes, and Android‘s AEA system is changing how people prepare for one of nature’s most unpredictable disasters.

This unsupervised child is getting a taste of long-term neurological damage.

The Reason You Shouldn’t Drink From Your Garden Hose

Tempting though it may be, sipping from a hose is inviting a whole lot of health problems.