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Rice Vinegar vs. Rice Wine Vinegar: What’s the Difference?

If you need a rice vinegar substitute, reach for the rice wine vinegar—not the rice wine.

A publicity still of Katharine Hepburn circa 1941.

11 Timeless Facts About Katharine Hepburn

Katharine Hepburn helped usher in the era of the modern woman with her onscreen portrayal of independent characters and her offscreen commitment to pants.

11 Greek Expressions You Should Know

Greek language employs many sharp, oddly entertaining expressions and phrases, from "black and spidery" to "I ate a door."

11 Fascinating Facts About Gen Z

Generation Z—that emergent generation of idealists and doomscrollers—are still busy defining themselves. But they definitely want to do something about climate change.

Pioneer Station, a Space Hotel That Can Accommodate 28 People, Could Be Open by 2025

A space tourism company plans on launching an orbiting hotel faster than some cities fix potholes.

The original iPod touch first introduced in 2007.

The iPod Touch is Officially Dead. Long Live the iPod Touch

Apple products come and go—but your memories of the iPod touch will last a lifetime.

A Birthday Cake Frappuccino made the perfect birthday treat.

11 Discontinued Starbucks Drinks

From the Unicorn Frappuccino to the Eggnog Latte, you can no longer find these beverages at Starbucks.

11 Incredible Stargazing Spots to Visit This Summer

If you’re in pursuit of incredible stargazing, these destinations are worth the journey.

Actor Hayden Christensen wielded two lightsabers at once during 'Attack of the Clones,' a first for the 'Star Wars' movies.

11 Facts About 'Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones'

From a scrapped villain to Obi-Wan's flimsy fake beard, find out more about the production of 'Star Wars: Episode II — Attack of the Clones.'

Robert Redford and his horse Let's Merge on the set of The Electric Horseman (1979).

11 Actors Who Took Home Their Animal Co-Stars

Animals in movies seem lucky to begin with—but none can compete with the shelter dog that Chris Evans took home.

11 Facts About Glacier National Park

More than 3 million people visited its snow-covered peaks in 2021, making Glacier the 27th-most visited park in the national park system.

Fire trucks are red because we expect them to be.

Why Are Fire Trucks Red?

The sight of a red fire truck will catch your eye, but it's not the reason emergency vehicles are painted scarlet.

Before 'The Sopranos,' HBO was the home of some pretty out-there programming.

11 Retro HBO Shows You Might Not Remember

Yes, Ron Howard once produced a gritty prison drama. No, you probably don't remember it.

'Destino' Revisited: When Salvador Dalí and Walt Disney Teamed Up to Make a Movie

In 1945, Salvador Dalí and Disney set out to make a film together. Three months later, Disney scrapped the whole thing.

11 Facts About Guinea Pigs

Thanks to their small size and friendly nature, guinea pigs are pretty popular pets.

11 Element Names Inspired by Folklore and Mythology

From promethium to thorium, the periodic table is full of elements with strong ties to mythology and folklore.

You can find a ton of discounts on Amazon every day, if you know where to look.

These 6 Under-the-Radar Amazon Pages Can Help You Score the Best Deals Online

Discover six almost hidden Amazon pages that can help you find the best deals online on trending products.

Despite their tiny brains, honeybees might be stealth math prodigies.

Getting a Bee in Math: Honey Bees Can Distinguish Between Odd and Even Numbers

It's entirely possible the bee buzzing around in your yard is slightly better at math than you are.

Which Way Does Earth Rotate (and Why)?

In a word, counterclockwise. But there’s a little more to the story of Earth’s rotation than that.

'Henry VIII's First Interview With Anne Boleyn' by Daniel Maclise, 1835.

Did Henry VIII Regret Executing Anne Boleyn? Some Historians Think So

Anne Boleyn’s execution freed Henry VIII up to marry his mistress and try again for a male heir. But he might’ve felt bad about it later.

15 of the Top Restaurants Around the World With a 3-Star Michelin Rating

One way to determine the best Michelin star restaurants is just to look at how many people are moved to leave good reviews after they visit.

For those about to rock 'Stairway to Heaven': stop.

Could a Guitar Store Really Ban Someone From Playing 'Stairway to Heaven'?

The overplayed song has scorched the ears of many a guitar store employee. But can they legally ask you to stop playing it?

The great buckle was excavated from the Sutton Hoo ship burial.

12 Incredible Facts About the Sutton Hoo Ship Burial Treasure

One of the most important archaeological discoveries in British history, the Sutton Hoo ship burial contained a hoard of Anglo-Saxon artifacts that transformed our understanding of the "Dark Ages."

40 Grandiloquent G-Words To Grow Your Vocabulary

These words will leave you looking like a grinagog who's found his guttering-peg.

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