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America’s entry into the space Olympics.

The Secret Cold War History of the Missile That Launched America’s First Satellite

On January 31, 1958, the United States became a space-faring nation with the Explorer-1 satellite.

11 Surprising Facts About Windsor Castle

Over the past 900-plus years, more than 30 monarchs have called Windsor Castle home. It has also been the site of several royal weddings—including Prince Harry's 2018 nuptials to Meghan Markle.

Most People Struggle With Digital Clutter, With 1000 Unread Emails on Average

Spring cleaning isn‘t just for your home. It‘s important to declutter your devices, too.

Breaking news: King Kong Drone Show #kingkong #droneshow #droneLightShow

Watch a Drone King Kong Ascend the Empire State Building

Studio Hock pulled off an impressive light show 1250 feet above Manhattan.

12 Amazing Underground Destinations to Visit

Discover some of the world’s most amazing underground tourist destinations, from the Edinburgh Vaults to the Basilica Cistern in Turkey.

Can You Match the Moon to the Planet It Belongs To?

Time to test your knowledge of astronomy.

Where Does the Phrase ‘Going to Hell in a Handbasket’ Come From?

A popular myth says that the phrase originated due to the use of the guillotine during French Revolution—but here’s the real deal.

This Eggless Meringue Is Made With Aquafaba

Ditch the egg whites and whip up a fluffy vegan-friendly meringue instead.

15 Memorable Slang Terms From the Vietnam War

Military slang grew by leaps and bounds during the Vietnam War. Here are some terms worth knowing.

The passenger's side-view mirror serves an important function, too.

Why Are Objects in a Car’s Side-View Mirror Closer Than They Appear?

Learn more about the safety benefits of side-view mirrors while driving, plus why objects are so much closer than they actually seem.

They're robots—and a whole lot of fun—in disguise.

15 Fun Facts About Transformers Action Figures

Dive into the fascinating (and sometimes controversial) history of the Transformers toy line, from its roots with Japanese toymaker Takara to the controversy over the Megatron Walther P38 handgun toy and more.

That Sugar Rush Is All in Your Head—But Here’s Why It Happens

Scientists claim that sugar rushes aren’t actually as real as you might think, but the origins of this myth go back deep into American history.

What’s the Kennection? #161

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

Tomatoes can be either fruit or vegetable, depending on who you talk to.

Is a Tomato a Fruit?

One vendor’s dispute against a 19th-century import tariff led the U.S. Supreme Court to classify the tomato as a vegetable. But botanists disagree.

Painting Easter Eggs Too Expensive? Some Parents Are Opting for Easter Potatoes

Thanks to sky-high egg prices, what began as a meme has been willed into reality.

Passengers aren’t always referred to as passengers.

Why Do We Refer to Airplane and Ship Passengers as ‘Souls’?

Hearing the phrase ‘souls on board’ usually portends bad news. Why do we use it?

History in the Making! Critically Endangered Galapagos Tortoises Hatch at Philadelphia Zoo!

97-Year-Old Galápagos Tortoise Breaks Record as First-Time Mom

A nearly century-old Galápagos tortoise welcomed four babies recently, boosting a critically endangered population.

Catch Pikachu and many more Pokémon in the new browser game.

Google’s New Hidden Pokémon Game Lets You Catch ‘em All

A fun new Easter egg lets you collect Pokémon through your browser.

This Interactive Map Shows You Where Your Food Comes From

If you’re wondering how tariffs might affect your grocery bill, use this interactive to trace the origins of your food.

A mounted police officer in New York City.

Why Do City Cops Ride Horses?

Police horses, though they may seem outdated, actually serve several important purposes.

10 Questions About the Vietnam War, Answered

The Vietnam War was a highly controversial conflict. We break down some of the most common questions about the war, from why the U.S. entered the conflict to who ultimately won.

Not quite a Brundlefly, but still too close for comfort.

What Happens When a Fly Lands on Your Food?

Learn more about how common house flies eat (and poop), plus what’s really going on when one of them ends up in your dinner.

12 Transformative Facts About ‘The Fly’

In this 1986 film (a remake of a movie from 1958), director David Cronenberg ensured that you’d never look at Jeff Goldblum—or a housefly—the same way again.

Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen in Pride & Prejudice (2005).

Celebrate 20 Years of Joe Wright’s ‘Pride & Prejudice’ at a Regency Ball

Wear your best gown to the Pride & Prejudice 20th Anniversary Ball in Pasadena.

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