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There's a super-sized history for this treat that keeps on giving.

Discover the fascinating history of fried potatoes, including French fries and their roots in France and Belgium. From tots to hashbrowns and more, the food origins behind these yummy side dishes may surprise you.

Waking up at the crack of dawn to catch a flight has its upsides.

Want a hassle-free trip? Catching an early morning flight can potentially save you time, stress, and energy.

With his catchphrase ‘veni, vidi, vici,’ Julius Caesar was saying much more than simply “I came, I saw, I conquered."

Those Illuminati rumors still haven't gone away, HOV ...

Whether it's about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce or Jay-Z’s part in the Illuminati, these music conspiracy theories are good for a laugh—and maybe a deep-dive on Reddit (or two).

Shellshocked? Nah. Shell-curious? Oh absolutely.

Discover the fascinating ways eggs provide everything a baby bird needs, including oxygen through a sophisticated system of membranes and air pockets.

Here are scores of words ending in ‘T’ that have never been the Wordle solution (yet).

People don‘t really carry their belongings on sticks.

Why do we expect bankrupt people to wear barrels, or bank robbers to carry money bags marked with dollar signs? Discover the origins of these odd visual clichés.

Rice can't save your iPhone from water damage, but other strategies can.

Looking for your next great slice of pizza? Listen to the experts.

Paying to access your own money seems wrong, but it's how everyone from your bank to your local bar cashes in.

Being this cute and well-liked takes a lot of work.

Curious about the most popular dog breed in your state? From feisty Chihuahuas to chill golden retrievers, discover which canine variety has your neighbors feeling the most captivated.

Someone gets nominated twice in the same Oscar category nearly every year, surprisingly.

McDonald's has tried on dozens of slogans over the years.

From "Where's Herb?" to "We Speak Fish," these fast food slogans didn't withstand the test of time.

Who said disco sucks? A lot of people, apparently. / Image Source: McHugh via Getty

Were the '70s really the height of disco, punk, and the sexual revolution? Host Justin Dodd investigates in this episode of “Misconceptions."

The Laroche family shortly before departing on the 'Titanic.'

There are few tales of the ‘Titanic’ left unexplored. Joseph Laroche’s story is one of them.

Thomas Edison, awaiting a ghostly phone call.

Henry Ford’s car made of soybeans and Thomas Edison’s ghost-detecting telephone are just two little-known creations of history’s most famous inventors.

What’s your favorite turtle and why is it a box turtle?

All tortoises are turtles, but not all turtles are tortoises. Learn the key differences between these bony-shelled reptiles.

You’ll want to work these Scottish slang terms into conversation.

Curious about Scottish slang? Learn the meanings of terms like ‘git awa’ and bile yer heid’ and impress your friends on your next visit to Scotland.

In 1919, Canadian businessman Ambrose Small cashed a check for 1 million dollars. Hours later, he vanished.

Popcorn has been around for a long time.

Humans have had plenty of opportunities to discover new foods and transport them to new places over the past 12,000 years.

You can thank Letitia Mumford Geer for this.

The syringes used by medical professionals today can be traced back to her 1899 patent.

From “Milk Drinkers Turn to Powder” to “Indian Ocean Talks,” these funny news headlines will make you say, “Wait, what?”

Uncover the secrets of the dawn chorus and why birds choose to sing in the early hours.

Here are dozens of words ending in ‘O’ that have never been the Wordle solution (yet).

From Fries to Tots: A Delicious History of Fried Potatoes

The Real Reasons You Should Always Book an Early Morning Flight

Veni, Vidi, Vici: The True Origin of Julius Caesar’s Famous Proclamation

12 Unbelievable Music Conspiracy Theories

How Do Baby Birds Breathe Inside Their Eggs?

5-Letter Words Ending in ‘T’ to Help You Improve Your Wordle Skills

The Possible Origins of 7 Odd Visual Clichés

Want to Get Water Out of Your iPhone? Apple Says Using Rice Is Not a Good Idea

The 50 Best Pizzerias in America, According to Yelp

Why Do I Have to Pay ATM Fees?

The Most Popular Dog Breed in Each U.S. State

Have Oscar Nominees Ever Competed Against Themselves? Yes—Surprisingly Often

14 Fast Food Slogans You Probably Forgot All About

Wild Misconceptions About the 1970s

The Long-Lost Story of Joseph Laroche, the Only Black Man on the ‘Titanic’

35 Lesser-Known Inventions of Famous Inventors

Turtle vs. Tortoise: What’s the Difference?

Scottish Slang: 13 Terms You Should Know

The Cryptic Case of Ambrose Small, Missing Millionaire

How 10 Classic Foods Made Their Way to America

Remembering Letitia Mumford Geer, the Nurse Who Invented the One-Handed Syringe

Crash Blossoms: 17 Funny News Headlines That Make No Sense

Why Do Birds Sing at Dawn?

5-Letter Words Ending in ‘O’ to Help You Improve Your Wordle Skills