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10 Fascinating Facts About Ravens

Edgar Allan Poe knew what he was doing when he chose the raven to croak “nevermore” in his famous poem.

10 Viral Vietnamese Slang Terms

The Vietnamese word ‘cột sống’ technically means “spine”—but to the country’s Gen Zers, it’s slang for something else entirely.

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8 of the Most Valuable ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Cards

‘Magic: The Gathering’ cards can get extremely pricey among collectors, but certain versions—like the 1993 Black Lotus card—could still be worth a lot of money to this day.

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors those who lost their lives in the Vietnam war.

Written in Stone: 14 Facts About the Vietnam Veterans Memorial

The towering granite tribute to fallen soldiers of a controversial war was the result of a design contest won by a 21-year-old college student.

El Ateneo Grand Splendid in Buenos Aires

The 12 Most Popular Libraries and Bookstores on Earth

Explore these breathtaking literary spaces, from the State Library Victoria in Australia to Powell’s Books in Oregon.

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20 of the Best Movies of the 2000s

Rediscover some of the best flicks of the 2000s, from indie darlings like ‘Brokeback Mountain’ to cult classics like ‘Memento,’ blockbuster comedies like ‘Tropic Thunder,’ and more.

Re: First Taste: Mountain Dew Revolution

8 Discontinued Mountain Dew Flavors We Still Love

Forget Code Red and Baja Blast—it’s these discontinued Mountain Dew flavors like Major Melon and DEWitos that still tickle our innards.

15 of the World’s Most Beautiful Moths

From the luna moth to the Madagascan sunset moth, these species rival the most stunning butterflies.

Bruce Springsteen, Joni Mitchell, and Marvin Gaye all wrote songs about the Vietnam War.

17 Songs About the Vietnam War

From a now-regretted counter-counterculture anthem to an oft-misunderstood ’80s hit to the song that allegedly got its singer followed by the CIA.

11 Space Facts That Will Change Your Perspective

If the sun were the size of a basketball, the Earth would be no larger than a pinhead.

The 10 Best States for Video Game Fans

Prodigy Education ranked the most game-obsessed states based on the number of establishments, events, and search trends related to the hobby.

These smells might not persist much longer.

11 Smells That Are Slowly Disappearing

Time to take a big whiff of memory lane.

The ACLU regularly argues cases before the U.S. Supreme Court.

9 Fundamental Facts About the ACLU

The group was founded during World War I to defend Americans’ First Amendment freedoms. Over the years, that mission has taken some unexpected turns.

Who doesn’t love a rousing round of Crambo?

5 Old-Timey Word Games You Can Play Today

Tired of Wordle? Give these word games a try.

Learning how to become completely self-sufficient can be a liberating experience.

The 10 Best States for Living Off the Grid

Looking for the ultimate off-the-grid lifestyle? Find out which states offer the best self-sufficiency, renewable energy options, and low cost of living.

9 Under-the-Radar Costco Perks You’re Probably Missing Out On

From home and auto insurance to free hearing aids, there’s a lot you can squeeze out of your Costco membership.

16 Words that Describe Themselves

Word is a word. Noun is a noun. Autological words are a self-centered, self-referential bunch.

5 Fascinating Animals Named After Disney Characters

Classic Disney characters have lent their names to spiders, dinos, and more.

Finland has cracked the code to happiness.

The 10 Happiest Countries on Earth, According to Gallup’s World Happiness Report

Each year, Gallup’s World Happiness Report ranks nations based on support systems, social trust, generosity, and more.

A backpacker enjoys the view in Chugach State Park near Anchorage, Alaska.

The 10 U.S. Cities With the Most Green Space

From Chesapeake, Virginia, to Anchorage, Alaska, these cities offer plenty of parkland.

At least one critic panned Dustin Hoffman’s performance in ‘The Graduate.’

10 Pop Culture Classics That Originally Got Bad Reviews

There’s no accounting for taste when it comes to critics’ misguided impressions of cultural classics, from mini-skirts to ‘Moby-Dick.’

5 Fast Facts About the Spring Equinox

Wondering when the first day of spring is in 2025? Here’s everything you need to know about the vernal equinox.

10 Times Animals Changed History

History is teeming with unlikely heroes—these ones just happen to have feathers and fur.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park tops the list.

The 10 Most Popular National Parks of 2024

Which U.S. national parks saw the most visitors in 2024? Super-popular spots included Yosemite, Acadia, and Glacier National Park.