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You might be used to people wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day, but some sport orange instead. Here’s why.

The District of Columbia comes out on top.

Midwestern and northeastern states were most likely to have positive workplace cultures.

'Psylla frodobagginsi' (left) and Elijah Wood as Frodo Baggins in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring' (2001).

These creatures don't live in Middle-earth—but they sound like they could.

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

It’s easier to forecast earthquakes than predict them.

To predict quakes, scientists have to understand how they occur, what happens just before and during the start of one, and whether it shows signs that movement is imminent. So far, none of those things is known.

Ray Bradbury’s ‘The Martian Chronicles.’

The fix-up novel, which turns 75 this year, would become one of Bradbury’s most famous books—and inspire future scientists.

Follow these essential steps to successfully use a plunger.

Master the technique of using a plunger to quickly clear toilet clogs—and avoid making the situation worse.

You likely have a chance to see the total lunar eclipse in March!

The total lunar eclipse on March 13–14 will cause a “blood moon” visible from coast to coast.

Nelson Mandela, Jerry Springer, and John Cleese have at least one thing in common.

You might be surprised at what Fidel Castro, Francis Scott Key, and Henri Matisse have in common.

Where does your state rank in WalletHub‘s study?

Explore WalletHub‘s rankings of the best and worst states for women, based on economic well-being, healthcare access, and safety metrics.

Costco only takes Visa. It's for your own good.

The warehouse giant won’t take Mastercard, Discover, or American Express. Here’s why.

If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing an otter play a keyboard, today’s your lucky day.

Some of these mistakes were pretty costly.

From the NASA mistake that made an interplanetary rocket explode to the bible with a very naughty misprint, these typos are an ode to proofreaders.

See if you can figure out this twisted tune.

Can you figure out what the song is, or who performed it?

A car accident in a movie usually ends in a huge fireball. But what really causes vehicle fires?

Sometimes, the credited director isn't the only director.

On some movies, there might be more than one person yelling “action” and “cut.”

Some scientific evidence has shown that dogs exhibit calmer behavior while listening to soothing music.

Baltimore, Maryland had a brief stint as capital.

Washington, D.C., hasn't always been the political center of the United States.

Flags on planes need to adhere to specific standards.

Depicting the mirror image of a flag on aircraft is done for a very specific (and very patriotic) reason.

These homemade sprinkles made these cupcakes look more delicious.

These have all the joy of rainbow sprinkles—without any artificial dyes.

Tibetan Mastiffs are majestic and expensive.

The upfront costs aren’t the only factors to consider when purchasing a pet.

Open sign on cafe hang on door at entrance.

Some of the world’s largest companies began with women leading the way.

We get this byword for enthusiasm from an officer in the Marines named Evans Fordyce Carlson.

NASA astronaut Scott Kelly watches a bunch of fresh carrots float in front of him on the International Space Station.

NASA scientists have figured out ways for astronauts to eat bread without leaving crumbs, shower without running water, and sleep without floating free from their beds.

Here’s Why Some People Wear Orange—Not Green—On St. Patrick’s Day

The Best and Worst States for Workplace Culture, Mapped

10 Cool Animals Named After Lord of the Rings Characters

Definition Detective Quiz #28

Why Can’t We Predict Earthquakes?

7 Out-of-This-World Facts About Ray Bradbury’s ‘The Martian Chronicles’

You May Be Using Your Toilet Plunger Wrong

Don’t Miss the “Blood Moon” Total Lunar Eclipse Coming in March

30 Famous People With Law Degrees

The Best and Worst American States for Women

The Reason Costco Only Accepts Visa Credit Cards

When the Smithsonian’s National Zoo Gave Its Animals Musical Instruments

11 of the Most Expensive Typos in History

Tune Twist Quiz #31

Why Do Cars Catch Fire?

5 Movies That Had ‘Ghost Directors’

Do Dogs Enjoy Music?

9 Places That Have Served as the Capital of the United States

Why Are Some Flags Painted Backwards on Airplanes?

Ditch Store-Bought Sprinkles for This Homemade Recipe

The 10 Most Expensive Dog Breeds to Own

Can You Guess Which Company Was Started by Women?

Where Did the Expression ‘Gung Ho’ Come From?

11 Daily Tasks That Are Hard to Do in Space (And How Astronauts Actually Do Them)