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Meet Elmer, Betty, and Chad—three of the most distinctive vintage baby names of past generations.

Discover the most distinctive vintage baby girl and baby boy names spanning the Lost Generation to Gen Z.

This pupper isn't amused by the high-priced holiday swag, either.

Whether you're looking for St. Patrick’s Day decorations or a new winter coat, here’s what to buy—and what to avoid—during the month of March.

Harry Belafonte performing in Munich circa 1980.

You know Harry Belafonte's hits—here are some facts about the artist behind them.

At first glance, these marine mammals seem virtually identical. But take a closer look and you’ll see that the differences between seals vs. sea lions really do stack up.

Women's History Month is a time to celebrate the trailblazers who fought for equality and forever changed the world for the better.

Find out everything you need to know about the origins of Women's History Month, including how it went from a daylong celebration born from a socialist idea to a monthlong institution in the United States.

At least the Grim Reaper has some scenic stomping grounds.

You may want to know the ghoulish beginnings of these well-known death idioms before you shuffle off this mortal coil, kick the bucket, or get laid out in lavender.

These towns may not have the biggest populations, but their clever slogans are second to none.

Foxes are highly skilled hunters, which allows them to eat a variety of small animals.

The cover of Ernest Hemingway’s ‘A Farewell to Arms.’

Discover the controversy behind Hemingway’s classic novel, ‘A Farewell to Arms,’ as well as the inspiration for the title, the real-life love story that influenced the book, and how Bach inspired the author.

Dog and pony shows were once all the rage.

When people talk about a dog and pony show today, they usually mean a flashy presentation or event that's all about appearances, with little real substance. But where does this phrase come from, and what's its history?

Make a decadent chocolate dessert tonight without turning on your oven.

Though they’re excellent hunters, it turns out owls probably aren’t any smarter than a lot of other birds.

There are several ways to celebrate the holiday.

Why do people wear green on St. Patrick's Day? And why do they eat corned beef and cabbage? Let’s dive into the origins of some popular ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

An interior view of Paris’s morgue in the 19th century.

Uncover the origins of the term ‘morgue’ in 18th-century Paris—and the morgue’s transformation from a place of spectacle to medical institute.

Did you know hedgehogs have between 5000 and 7000 quills? This is just one of many intriguing hedgehog facts that animal lovers should know.

The spinning jenny was basically the spinning wheel 2.0.

Here's the story of why the spinning jenny was invented and how the spinning mule usurped it.

More than 40 years later, ‘M*A*S*H’ remains on top.

What were the most watched series finales in TV history? The titles just might surprise you.

The difference between bees, wasps, and hornets is subtle.

Discover the differences among these similar insects, including their diet, body size, and behavior.

Discover the vibrant Irish culture through its language and slang. Learn key phrases to use on St. Paddy’s Day and beyond, from ‘craic’ and ‘sláinte’ to ‘céad míle fáilte’ and ‘may the road rise up to meet you.’

Roger Bart and Casey Likes star in 'Back to the Future: The Musical' on Broadway.

The creative team behind ‘Back to the Future: The Musical’ inherited the heavy task of recreating the movie's time-traveling DeLorean for the stage.

A presumably nice Canadian wears their pride.

Canadians are known for their hospitality, but their niceness might be exaggerated.

It may be hard to tell foxes and coyotes apart from far away, but there are several key differences distinguishing them.

Snoop Dogg performing in Sacramento in 2023.

From Snoop Dogg to Brie Larson, here's how 15 public figures came up with new names.

A cute or funny cat picture could earn you a blank slate at Worcester Public Libraries.

6 Distinctive Vintage Baby Names for Each of the Past 7 Generations

What to Buy In March—And What You Should Probably Skip

8 Entertaining Facts About Harry Belafonte

What’s the Difference Between Seals and Sea Lions?

13 Facts About Women’s History Month

The Macabre Origins of 10 Idioms About Death

15 Delightfully Quirky Town Slogans

How Foxes Might Use Earth's Magnetic Field to Hunt Prey

14 Fascinating Facts About Ernest Hemingway’s ‘A Farewell to Arms’

The Entertaining History of Dog and Pony Shows

No Baking Is Required to Make This 5-Ingredient Peppermint Fudge

Are Owls Actually All That Wise?

The History of 9 St. Patrick’s Day Traditions

The Surprising Origin of the Word ‘Morgue’

16 Fun Facts About Hedgehogs

How the Spinning Jenny Transformed Textiles and Led to Industrial Sabotage

The 10 Most-Watched TV Series Finales Ever

Bee vs. Wasp vs. Hornet: What’s the Difference?

17 Irish Sayings You Should Know

Whoa! How ‘Back to the Future: The Musical’ Reinvented Its Iconic DeLorean for the Stage

Are Canadians Really As Nice and Polite As Everyone Thinks?

Coyotes vs. Foxes: What’s the Difference—and How to Tell Them Apart

The Fascinating Stories Behind 15 Celebrity Stage Names

A Massachusetts Library System Will Let You Pay Fines With Cat Pictures