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13 Myths About Organ Donation, Debunked

Not only is there a chronic shortage of organ donations in the U.S.—there multiple myths about the process.

Retro Video Shows What Flying in a Concorde Was Like in 2003

Champagne, caviar, and a “kerosene-like” smell made a supersonic flight aboard the Concorde one to remember.

A breathtaking view of Wosnesenski Lake in Alaska’s Kachemak Bay State Park.

The Top 10 State Parks in the U.S.

These state parks are definitely worth the trip, according to reviewers on Tripadvisor.

He wants you to learn about the symbol’s history.

Who Was Uncle Sam, and Why Did He ‘Want’ You?

Uncle Sam is an easily recognizable piece of wartime propaganda. And legend says he was based off a real person—though that may not actually be the case.

Can You Solve This Old-Timey Riddle? #7

This riddle dates back to the 19th century—can you figure it out?

That little pocket was originally intended to hold something else.

The Forgotten Uses of 9 Everyday Objects

The tiny little pocket on your jeans, the hole in your pot handle, and the drawer under your oven were designed with specific purposes in mind.

JELL-O Is Entering the Home Goods Space With a Line of Inflatable Furniture

Introducing the inflatable chair you didn't know you needed.

What's in a name? A lot of pronunciation mistakes.

The World’s Most Mispronounced Names, Mapped

From Sean to Anne, these names confound speakers around the world.

Misconceptions About Famous Cities

From London to Beijing, you may not know as much as you think about these world-class cities.

People had some interesting ideas about eels (top) and lamprey (bottom).

Putting a Skirt on a Herring, and Other Fishy Folklore From the British Isles

This excerpt from Ben Gazur’s book ‘A Feast of Folklore: The Bizarre Stories Behind British Food,’ out September 19 in the UK and November 19 in the U.S., dives into some unusual history.

The 20 Happiest States in 2024

Find out where your state falls on the list.

Definition Detective Quiz #5

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

Legionella in a Petri dish under UV light.

What Is Legionnaires’ Disease?

The unusual respiratory illness was named for a 1976 outbreak among attendees of an American Legion conference.

8 Words People Really Hate (And What to Say Instead)

Need another word for ‘moist’ (or some other gross word)? We’ve got you.

Harry Potter is returning to the screen.

Calling All Wizards: HBO Is Holding Open Casting for Its New Harry Potter Series

The open casting call for HBO’s rendition of the original Harry Potter series has officially begun.

You never know what treasures you’ll find.

20 Amazingly Valuable Thrift Store Finds

Thrift stores are always a treasure trove of vintage items—but sometimes a lucky shopper comes across an actual treasure.

Can you spot the hidden key in this mess?

Can You Spot the Key Among the Boxes?

Test your observational skills and find the key in this hidden image puzzle.

Why 7 Animals Became Associated With Halloween

Black cats, bats, and spiders commonly appear in people’s Halloween decorations. Here’s why.

See if you can figure out this twisted tune.

Tune Twist Quiz #7

We ran the lyrics of a hit song through multiple languages, then translated them back into English. Can you figure out what the song is, or who performed it?

Why Do We Laugh When We’re Scared?

Laughter is a surprisingly common reaction to being scared out of your mind.

Who pulled off these heists has never officially been determined.

6 Infamous Unsolved Bank Robberies

Whether they were tunneling into vaults or blowing their way into them through church walls, these thieves were brazen—and in each case, whodunit remains a mystery.

Dolly Parton at the 58th Academy Of Country Music Awards

Dolly Parton Is Launching Her Own Wine Brand

Country music legend Dolly Parton just released her new wine brand, Dolly Wines. See which products are available in your region.

All this sugar would have horrified the inventor of graham crackers.

Graham Crackers Were Invented to Combat the Evils of Coffee, Alcohol, and Masturbation

Social media users regularly joke about the origins of the simple graham cracker as a way to curtail sexual impulses. And while it might sound bizarre, this is one viral trend that is based in truth.

For a side dish in a pinch, these gadgets work wonders.

12 Simple Ways To Get More Out of Your Air Fryer

Whether you want to make crispy fries or reheat a pizza, these air fryer tips and tricks will help you make the most of this useful appliance.

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