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The days of police badges and lightsaber spoons lurking in boxes are over. Kids now get QR codes. What happened?

From what he originally called the fix-up sci-fi collection to the words he invented in its stories, here’s what you need to know about Asimov’s ‘I, Robot,’ which turns 75 this year.

Astronauts Piers J. Sellers (left) and David A. Wolf in the midst of a pre-breathe exercise in preparation for a spacewalk.

Engineers have had to come up with some interesting ways to generate oxygen for astronauts in the vacuum of space.

This record-breaking band specializes in vegetal instruments—from celeriac bongos to pepper horns.

As beautiful as it is, the Grand Canyon has seen many deaths.

Find out which national parks have recorded the most fatal incidents in recent years.

These penguins are going to be living their best lives.

The New England Aquarium’s retirement area for penguins offers specialized healthcare and a peaceful habitat for elderly birds.

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Potential recruits had to answer questions like ‘Is genuine happiness a priceless treasure?,’ ‘Are avenues usually paved with oxygen?,’ and ‘Do you cordially recommend forgery?’

The typo in question concerned property rights.

The typo in a 1928 opinion may have inadvertently influenced an unknown number of decisions to follow.

“Snow White” doesn’t always feature a poisoned apple.

Scholars believe the tale—which has versions around the world—represents everything from the pain of motherhood to childhood jealousy (and some even think it might be based on real history).

See if you can figure out which of these food product facts are about real people—and which are mere invention.

You can always avoid the issue by spelling out “St. Patrick’s Day,” but here’s how to properly abbreviate it.

See which states excel in time management and work efficiency.

There is a whole slew of everyday words in English that have origins in Irish and Gaelic.

Dig into the bizarre history surrounding California's Winchester Mystery House, one of the most notorious haunted houses in the U.S.

All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?

The SAT and ACT are both standardized tests, but what‘s the difference between the two?

Learn about the SAT and ACT differences, including test format, scoring systems, and duration.

Retired Crayola crayon hues like Blizzard Blue and Magic Mint still color our memories.

A colossal mammoth tusk was uncovered in West Texas, marking an unexpected fossil find.

Parts of Harriet Tubman’s and Ben Ross‘s lives are shown in a new virtual museum.

Peer into Harriet Tubman‘s father’s home via the Maryland Department of Transportation‘s new virtual museum.

Let the luck of the Irish hit your TBR pile.

This St. Patrick’s Day, revisit literary classics by Irish authors like James Joyce and Roddy Doyle, plus discover a few new writers along the way with this roundup.

These majestic creatures keep the ocean under control in many ways.

A new study reveals that baleen whales, including humpbacks and gray whales, enrich oceans when they take a whizz.

The link between singer-songwriter Bob Dylan and writer Nora Ephron is mostly a forgotten footnote in pop culture history, but the story behind it all is absolutely fascinating.

The Milky Way over Monument Valley in Arizona.

The Milky Way is one of the biggest in the observable universe: Even if you traveled at the speed of light, it would take 100,000 years to go from one end of our home galaxy to the other.

Did you think ‘Ted Lasso’ was over? Think again: A fourth season of the feel-good series was just announced.

Why Did Toys Disappear From Cereal Boxes?

7 Fascinating Facts About Isaac Asimov’s ‘I, Robot’

How Do Astronauts Breathe in Space?

The Vienna Vegetable Orchestra Turns Produce Into Musical Instruments

The 10 Deadliest National Park Properties in the U.S.

Older Penguins Moved to the New England Aquarium’s New ‘Retirement Island’

Would You Be Able to Pass a World War I Military Literacy Test?

Error in Judgment: The 100-Year-Old Supreme Court Typo That May Have Altered Judicial Decisions

5 Fascinating Interpretations of “Snow White”

Can You Tell Food Fact From Food Fiction?

St. Patty’s Day vs. St. Paddy’s Day: Which Is Correct?

The Top 10 Most Productive States in America

6 Common Words You Might Not Know Are Irish

14 Haunting Facts About the Winchester Mystery House

What’s the Kennection? #158

ACT vs. SAT: What’s the Difference?

15 Memorable Crayola Crayon Colors That Have Been Retired

Deer Hunter Stumbles Upon Mammoth Tusk on Texas Ranch

New Virtual Museum Lets You Explore Harriet Tubman’s Teenage Home

11 Essential Books by Irish Authors That Are Worth Reading

Whale Pee Is Good for the Ocean, Study Finds

A Simple Twist of Fate: The Surprising Connection Between Bob Dylan and Nora Ephron

10 Astonishing Things You Should Know About the Milky Way

18 Fun Facts About ‘Ted Lasso’