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The Reason Unmanned Aircraft are Called “Drones”

It has a little something to do with bees—a fact you can drop around the watercooler the next time your coworker says they spotted a mysterious drone in the sky.

If you see frost, it's a sign to back off.

Can You Still Mow Your Lawn in the Winter?

When it comes to cold-weather lawn care, this is one chore that can definitely wait until spring—with a couple of exceptions.

Even after reintegrating with white Americans, Olive Oatman bore the marks left by her adopted Native American family.

Olive Oatman, the Pioneer Girl Abducted by Native Americans Who Returned a Marked Woman

A Mormon teenager traveling through the American Southwest in the mid-19th century was abducted by Native Americans. Her life was never the same.

Building Geonosis in 9 minutes! LEGO Star Wars MOC Timelapse

This LEGO Recreation of a Famous Star Wars Battle Took 2 Years to Build

See how YouTuber Solid Brix Studios spent two years crafting an epic Star Wars battle with 250,000 LEGO pieces.

This giraffe was a gift to King Charles X.

9 of the Strangest Royal Pets in History

Exotic beasts functioned as both diplomatic envoys and as symbols of a monarchy’s far reaching influence.

Find out which languages people in the U.S. care about learning the most.

The 10 Languages Americans Want to Learn the Most

Thinking about learning a new language? Here‘s a look at the most popular choices in the U.S. right now.

12 Mysterious Facts About ‘Picnic at Hanging Rock’

Peter Weir’s Australian New Wave classic turns 50 this year. Here’s what you need to know about the film, from the off-limits question Weir asked book author Joan Lindsay to the spooky stuff that happened on set.

The Most Popular Hot Sauce in Each State, Mapped

Find out which brands have states fired up this year.

Why Are They Called the “Grammys”?

No, the Grammys weren’t christened to honor someone’s grandmother.

A variety of old-timey strawberry desserts ripe for Valentine's Day.

10 Old-Timey Sweets for Your Valentine

From love cake to candied violets, these old-fashioned Valentine's Day sweets rival any prepackaged box of chocolates.

Tune Twist Quiz #27

It’s time to play Tune Twist, where we translate the lyrics of popular songs into multiple languages and then back into English. Can you figure out what the song is, or who performed it?

Alan Smithee has gotten a lot of work over the years. Too bad he doesn’t actually exist.

10 Directors Who Removed Their Names From Their Films

Dennis Hopper, David O. Russell, and Noah Baumbach have all distanced themselves from career nadirs by crediting someone else entirely.

Astronauts face lots of challenges, including what to do with dirty underwear.

Do Astronauts Do Laundry in Space?

Tossing stinky socks in a washer isn’t really an option once you leave Earth.

Diana Ross in 1982, Katy Perry in 2015, and Jennifer Lopez in 2018.

34 Famous Musicians Who Have Never Won a Grammy

Who hasn't won a Grammy? Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj, and dozens of other beloved artists.

Which food is the top pick in your state?

The Most Popular Super Bowl Foods By State, Mapped

Buffalo chicken dip is a classic for a reason.

This winged being is the Archangel Raphael, not Cupid.

8 Other Patron Saints of Love Besides St. Valentine

St. Valentine may get the romantic holiday, but he isn’t the only religious figure linked to love.

The Budweiser Clydesdales at a Chicago White Sox vs Chicago Cubs game in 2019.

How the Budweiser Clydesdales Became a Commercial Success

The horses are an iconic feature in many Super Bowl commercials.

The 1925 Cave Rescue That Captivated the Nation

On January 30, 1925, Kentucky cave explorer Floyd Collins went underground—and didn’t come out. The epic effort to rescue him gripped national headlines and transformed into a battle between heroism and folly, selflessness and selfishness, life and death.

Not all states have equal opportunities for new businesses. WalletHub’s 2025 rankings show the top 10 states to kickstart your adventure.

The 10 Best States for Starting a New Business in 2025

Dream of running your own business? Learn which states offer the best chances for success.

Can You Guess the Animal Phobia?

See if you can spot the names of these common (and not so common) terms for animal apprehension.

We can confirm this suit is pretty ugly.

Where Did the Phrase ‘Neither Confirm Nor Deny’ Come From?

We cannot confirm nor deny we have an explanation.

Jurassic Park With SCIENTIFICALLY ACCURATE Raptors [Animation] Part 1

See What Jurassic Park’s Raptors Would Look Like With Feathers

Contrary to what that kid told Sam Neill in Jurassic Park, an overgrown turkey is still terrifying.

How Do Dog Whistles Work?

The ultrasonic training instruments are easy to use. But there’s a dark history behind their inventor—and their initial purpose.

You can start by turning the thermometer down.

10 Smart Ways To Lower Your Heating Bill This Winter

These money-saving tips can help renters and homeowners manage high heating bills all season long.

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