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This brainteaser dates back to 1924—can you figure it out?

There comes a point in every child’s life when they ask where babies come from, and some parents—not wanting to explain the details of reproduction just yet—turn to the story of storks. We explore the origins of a myth that has been around for centuries.

Looking for the ideal wedding destination? Here’s where couples will get the most bang for their buck.

Eugene Bullard survived some of the deadliest battles in history and became the world’s first Black fighter pilot—all before the age of 30.

Its value as the key that unlocked the meaning of Egyptian hieroglyphs is world-famous—but the turbulent history surrounding the Rosetta Stone’s discovery and translation is more obscure.

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

Your Valentine this year could be a shelter dog in need of a home.

People donate artwork, objects, and even money to the institution of their choice. But sometimes, museums and galleries wind up receiving something odd—or something fairly normal, but with strange stipulations attached.

Researchers discovered a parasitic fungus that controls spiders‘ behavior, akin to the zombie ant fungus.

The funnel they use to get around serves a dual purpose.

From 'bowline' to 'topgallant,' these nautical terms don't sound how they look.

The prefix ‘pre-’ often seems redundant—but it’s actually working hard to serve its purpose.