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‘Greatest Escapes with Arturo Castro’ Episode 9: High-Flying Nectarines

Writer, director, and producer extraordinaire Jay Martel soars into action with Arturo as they cover the high-flying trajectory of French gangster Michel Vaujour.

10 April Fools’ Pranks That Went Horribly Awry

Everyone loves a good April Fools’ prank—unless it results in armed law enforcement surrounding your home.

‘Greatest Escapes With Arturo Castro’ Episode 8: Dashing Dillinger

Sunita Mani (Spirited, Glow) joins Arturo through a slew of gangster-riddled escapades as they peel back the pages of history surrounding the most “dashing” criminal of the 1930s, John Dillinger.

Who cut the cheese? Hard to say in a cabin this packed.

Yes, People Fart More on Planes—Here’s Why

There’s a scientific explanation for why folks fart more on airplanes, but it doesn’t make it any less aggravating.

Instacart is combating out-of-stock annoyances two steps at a time.

Instacart Is Using AI to Track Down Out-of-Stock Items

If you’ve ever been frustrated by an incomplete Instacart order, a new update could make life easier.

Guthman 2025's 3rd Place Winner: Dinosaur Choir: Adult Corythosaurus

What Did Dinosaurs Sound Like? This 3D-Printed Fossil Instrument Gives You an Idea

Did dinosaurs really roar? Artists Courtney Brow and Cezary Gajewski challenge this idea with 3D-printed skulls that bring prehistoric sounds to life.

The 10 States Most Likely to Survive an Alien Invasion

Did your state make the list of state most likely to endure an extraterrestrial encounter?

Behold! The World’s Largest Beaver Dam

It's twice the length of the Hoover Dam, but it was only discovered with the help of satellite imagery.

9 Bizarre Things People Found Inside Their Walls

From valuable paintings to dirty underwear, there’s no telling what could be lurking behind the sheetrock.

Harrison Ford in ‘Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.’

Is the Film a Prequel, Sequel, or Remake?

See if you can correctly identify the status of these popular movies.

Why Are Some Towns Called “Bedroom Communities”?

These planned communities became popular in the U.S. after World War II.

7 Historical Figures You Probably Didn’t Know Were Spies

What do Julia Child, Paul Revere, and Harriet Tubman all have in common? Each played a crucial role in the clandestine world of espionage and intelligence.

21 Alternative Words for ‘Fool’ (And Their Origins)

Show your friends you’re no oaf this April 1 with these 21 foolishly fun synonyms.

‘Greatest Escapes With Arturo Castro’ Episode 7: The Empty Raft of Alcatraz

JD Pardo (Mayans M.C., The Terminal List) tags along for Arturo’s tale of three escape artists (Frank Morris, John Anglin, and Clarence Anglin) who attempted to break out of one of the most infamous prisons of all time: Alcatraz.

12 Cultural Shifts Sparked By the 1975 Digital Revolution

Life looks a lot different than it did in 1975, and that’s largely thanks to the digital revolution that took place 50 years ago.

5 of the Most Incredible Hugo Award-Winning Novels Written by Women

Discover some of the most gripping books written by women to receive the coveted Hugo Award, including classics from Ursula K. Le Guin and others.

How Do Cats Purr?

We know cats purr for a variety of reasons. But the actual mechanics of how they make their signature sound remains unclear.

1985 Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream commercial.

7 of the Most Bizarre Discontinued Ben & Jerry’s Flavors

Some discontinued Ben & Jerry’s ice cream flavors, like Black & Tan and Duff & D’oh! Nuts, have joined their kin in the Flavor Graveyard.

‘Greatest Escapes With Arturo Castro’ Episode 6: The Plüschow Maneuver

Billy Magnussen (Game Night, The Franchise) takes some time for a leisurely trip with Arturo to the early 1900's, where they discover the story of Gunther Plüschow, one of the most infamous escapees from World War I.

The Story Behind the World’s Oldest (Pet) Ham

It’s 123 years old. Oh, and it’s still edible.

What’s the Kennection? #160

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

How Does Duty-Free Work?

Let’s take a look at a few of the rules regarding duties and declarations, and see what's up with the duty-free shop.

‘Greatest Escapes With Arturo Castro’ Episode 5: Holloway Burgl

Kelsey McKinney (host of the hit podcast ‘Normal Gossip’) joins Arturo as they venture to 1960s London to meet the notorious burglar and self-proclaimed Queen of the Underworld: Zoe Progl.

How to Clean Your Cast Iron Skillet the Right Way

Cast iron cookware can last for decades—unless you screw up.

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