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You don’t want to run into these creatures in the woods after dark—or ever.
From the Macon Whoopees to the Piedmont-Westernport Drybugs and beyond.
The phrase for being terminally online is not flattering, but it is Oxford’s Word of the Year.
Turns out the monikers of romance books and cosmetics can sound eerily similar.
Discover the origins of the Christmas tree tradition that brings joy to millions each season.
The holiday classic—which could have starred Jack Nicholson as The Old Man Parker—has cemented its legacy as a Christmas classic.
These breeds aren’t what they used to be.
From traditional eggnog to boozy apple toddies, these old-fashioned holiday bevvies from vintage cookbooks will warm you up on winter days.
The Christmas legend that animals gain the power of speech on Christmas Eve has roots all the way back in the manger.
You don’t have to follow science news to be familiar with Thomas Edison or Temple Grandin, who are just two of the many innovative scientists who have experienced disabilities and viewed them as assets.
While there may be no definite consensus on how red and green became the official colors of Christmas, there are a few interesting explanations.
Discover these fascinating facts about "Home Alone," the John Hughes Christmastime classic about a couple of bungling burglars and a kid left behind for the holidays.
This map covers the surprising driving laws and customs followed in 180 countries.
Planning a holiday vacation retreat? Here are the top winter destinations to hit up, regardless of whether you prefer warm or cold weather.
Most casinos lack windows, and gamblers like it that way.
‘Survival of the fittest’ is Darwin 101. But did you know that Charles Darwin didn’t actually coin that phrase? Let’s explore some common myths and misconceptions about evolution.
If moms had a choice, they wouldn’t go into labor around the holidays.
This riddle dates back to the 18th century—can you figure out the answer?