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11 Words and Phrases You Didn’t Know Had Opposites

Some words and phrases have clear opposite forms, but they’re so rare or unfamiliar that they tend to remain forgotten. Here are a few examples.

A Historic Ranch in Dinosaur, Colorado, Is Hitting the Market for $15.5 Million

If you dreamed of becoming a paleontologist when you were younger, it's not too late to pursue your dinosaur-hunting ambitions.

These creative gifts can help the artist in your life discover more ways to put their skills to use.

11 Best Gifts for Tattoo Artists

Whether they’re a rising star or a seasoned pro, the tattoo artist in your life will appreciate these creative gifts.

7 Common Misconceptions About Drugs

Do bath salts turn you into a cannibal? Can caffeine actually sober you up? We debunk a few misconceptions about drugs.

Stranger Than Fiction: The Paranormal Researcher Who Inspired Shirley Jackson

Paranormal investigator Nandor Fodor angered spiritualists, earned praise from Sigmund Freud, and influenced one of the most famous ghost stories of all time.

Face mask-induced acne (or "maskne") is more common these days than you think.

Is Your Face Breaking Out Under Your Mask? Here’s What To Do About It, According to Experts

We spoke to two experts about what causes maskne, how to prevent it, and the best products to grab now if you’re dealing with it.

Watch Spooky Footage From a 1932 Séance, Featuring Lady Conan Doyle

If you’ve ever wondered what it was like to attend a séance during the spiritualist movement, this clip will give you an idea.

'Tutankhamun & The Golden Age Of The Pharaohs' Exhibition - Press View

15 Pharaonic Objects Buried in Tut's Tomb

Tut's tomb was stuffed to the brim with thousands of objects meant to make his afterlife eternally posh.

The DeLorean will hit the road once again.

A ‘Back to the Future’ Musical Arrives on Broadway Next Summer

The show, which has drawn rave reviews in London, will have previews beginning June 30.

The Unlikely Origins—And Rapid Rise—of Chili’s Iconic “Baby Back Ribs” Jingle

It’s 1995, and Guy Bommarito has just bungled an ad campaign so badly that he’s begging Chili’s not to fire him. They give him one last shot.

A self-portrait of Junji Ito with a cat.

10 Surprising Facts About Junji Ito

From his first encounters with manga to his diverse range of artistic influences, here are a few things you might not know about the reigning king of horror manga.

NASA Prepares For Space Shuttle Discovery's Launch

NASA Launches Official Inquiry Into UFO Sightings

NASA is organizing a task force that will determine how the agency studies UFOs in the future.

10 Facts About Pennywise, the Terrifying Clown From Stephen King's 'It'

Pennywise, Tim Curry's homicidal, pasty-faced clown, managed to really scare the poor little kid who played Georgie.

The Wreck of the ‘Äpplet’—Sister Ship of Sweden’s Infamous ‘Vasa’—Has Been Found After More Than Three Centuries

‘Äpplet’ had a more successful naval career than its short-lived sibling, the ‘Vasa.’ Studying its wreck could help explain why.

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Can You Spot the Spooky Jack-o’-Lanterns Hiding in the Haunted House?

Spotting jack-o’-lanterns lurking in a 2D haunted house is a lot less messy than carving pumpkins yourself.

Wayfair's own version of Prime Day is back, and here are the deals you don't want to miss.

Way Day Is Back, and Here Are All the Best Wayfair Deals You Don’t Want To Miss

Way Day 2022 officially kicked off on Wednesday, October 26. Here are all the best Wayfair deals on furniture, kitchen appliances, and more to shop during this 48-hour event.

Tacos de canasta are often sold by mobile vendors

A Brief History of “Basket Tacos”

Tacos de canasta (or “basket tacos”) were not the first tacos ever made, but their origin is inextricably linked with the history of that culinary classic.

Why Aren't There More Halloween Songs?

Christmas has tons of music associated with it, while Halloween is practically devoid of holiday tunes. It hardly seems fair.

18 Spooky Halloween Phrases From Around the U.S.

Is a jack-o'-lantern a 'poke of moonshine' to you? Use these terms from regions around the United States to confuse and delight your fellow trick or treaters.

Gene Simmons won't let death stand in the way of a KISS merchandising opportunity.

Dead Serious: When KISS Unveiled the KISS Kasket

Devout decedents of the KISS Army could opt to be buried in an official KISS coffin, where Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley would wag their tongues at you for all eternity.

The subliminal demon face from "The Exorcist" (1973) makes a big impact with little screen time.

10 Terrifying Horror Movie Monsters With Little to No Screen Time

Sometimes the most terrifying movie monster is the one you never see.

This portrait is titled “Hello everyone.”

See the Funny Finalists—and Vote for Your Favorite—of the 2022 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

Funny animal photos don’t get much better than a gentoo penguin doing “talk to the hand” (or fin, rather).

Madame Blavatsky, the Woman Who Brought the Occult to America

Blavatsky asserted that she was able to perform extraordinary paranormal feats because she had been given access to an ancient wisdom, known only to a select few.

This man is bursting with totally organic happiness.

Can Faking a Smile Actually Make You Happier? Scientists Think They Know the Answer

A new study led by Stanford challenges the “fake it ’til you make it“ theory.

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