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40 Killer K-Words To Add To Your Vocabulary

Use these at your next kaffeeklatsch at the kiddlewink.

Why Is It Called a Cesarean Section?

It may have something to do with Julius Caesar, but the story isn’t that straightforward.

12 Fascinating Things Found in Shipwrecks

From seriously aged cheese to the world’s first analog computer, shipwrecks have produced some fascinating—and sometimes disgusting—artifacts.

Toilets have been privy to some important events over the years.

11 Historically Significant Toilets

From Elvis's near-final resting place to the porta-johns that saved a pilot's life, these are the toilets that altered world events.

11 Surprising Facts About Peter Dinklage

Peter Dinklage has delivered a slew of memorable roles marked by a sardonic sense of humor. He also managed to survive an eight-season bloodbath in Westeros.

Bianca Del Rio performing in Pasadena, California, in 2021.

11 Drag Slang Terms You Should Know

‘Paris Is Burning’ and ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ have helped bring drag queen colloquialisms to the fore. Here are 11 important ones.

Harvey Korman and Mel Brooks in 'History of the World: Part I' (1981).

11 Memorable Facts About 'History Of The World, Part I'

Mel Brooks’s irreverent take on the course of human events thoroughly divided critics, but left countless viewers hungry for a sequel.

The Battle of Inkerman during the Crimean War

11 Intriguing Facts About the Crimean War

Europe saw no shortage of bloody conflicts in the 19th century, and one of the most important was the clash of empires in Crimea.

Now you can tackle even the most surprising messes that appear in your home.

11 of the Best Cleaning Products Under $15 You Should Be Using at Home

Stubborn stains and funky odors around the house? They'll be ancient history with 11 of the best cleaning products on Amazon under $15.

King Charles II's mistress, Barbara Palmer.

11 of the Most Influential Royal Lovers in British History

Some of the most influential people in British history have been the monarch’s lover rather than their spouse

The McDonald's Mighty Wings were anything but.

11 Discontinued McDonald’s Menu Items

From vegetarian McNuggets to fast food pasta, you may remember these discontinued items from McDonald's history.

11 Thrilling Facts About Gillian Flynn's 'Gone Girl'

From its literary inspirations to its influence on the book world and beyond, here's what you need to know about Gillian Flynn's novel 'Gone Girl' on its 10th anniversary.

11 Illuminating Facts About Fireflies

No summer evening is complete without watching fireflies. Here are some fun facts about lightning bugs—which are technically beetles, not bugs.

Hungarian chess prodigy Judit Polgar in 1986

11 Child Prodigies and the Amazing Things They'd Done by Age 11

Enjoy being humbled (or humiliated?) by these 11 amazing child prodigies in music, math, and more.

$100 a Cup: Why Kopi Luwak Is One of the Most Expensive Coffees in the World

The smooth coffee is pricey thanks to having to harvest it from animal poop.

The Reason You Sometimes See Chunks of Trees on Power Lines

Unlike the brightly colored balls on power lines, those random "tree chunks" don't serve a practical purpose.

7 Facts About Abyssinian Cats

Want a high-energy cat that’s as lively as it is lovely? Consider this feline.

Fireproof Edition of Margaret Atwood’s ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Fetches $130,000 to Help Fight Book Bans

‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ has landed on plenty of banned books lists before. Author Margaret Atwood wants to keep other books off them.

10 Captivating Facts About Judy Garland

Judy Garland was one of the most iconic and recognizable movie stars of all time. She also (might have) helped kick off the gay rights movement.

11 of the Oldest Snack Foods We're Still Eating

Nestled among the Oreo-flavored wine and cappuccino-flavored potato chips in your local grocery store are classic snacks with serious staying power.

James Mason and Judy Garland in 'A Star Is Born' (1954).

A Star Is Burned: When Judy Garland Lost an Oscar to Grace Kelly From Her Hospital Bed

When Judy Garland received an Oscar nomination for her performance in 1954's 'A Star Is Born,' she was widely expected to go home with the gold. Instead, she went home with a baby.

For Sale: Hundreds of Props and Costumes From Your Favorite ‘80s Movies, From 'The Terminator' to 'Top Gun'

The Propstore is hosting its largest-ever entertainment memorabilia auction this month, featuring props from classic '80s movies like 'Top Gun,' 'The Terminator,' and more.

12 Spine-Tingling Facts About 'Tales From the Crypt'

From famous directors to spawning one unforgettable Christmas album, HBO’s 'Tales from the Crypt' had it all.

The Reason UPS Drivers Always Leave Their Doors Open

UPS trucks do have passenger doors, but you almost never see them closed—for a good reason.

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