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5-Letter Words Ending in ‘O’ to Help You Improve Your Wordle Skills

Here are dozens of words ending in ‘O’ that have never been the Wordle solution (yet).

The real-life 'Amityville Horror' house looks a little different these days.

The True Stories Behind 6 Haunted House Movies

Learn more about the supernatural incidents that inspired haunted house movies like ‘The Amityville Horror’ and ‘The Conjuring,’ and discover the truth behind the scares.

The Fountain of Youth, painted in 1546 by German artist Lucas Cranach the Elder.

Florida’s “Fountain of Youth” Could Be a Radioactive Water Spigot, Some Locals Claim

Punta Gorda locals have been swearing by the mystical properties of a radioactive water fountain for a century.

A Juicy History of the Hamburger

Who invented the hamburger? Unravel the history of this American staple and find out how it went from a simple Hamburg steak to the beloved sandwich we know today.

12 Historical Conspiracy Theories

From doubt over Shakespeare’s existence to Lincoln’s assassination, conspiracy theories have been around for centuries.

You can tell this is a Cooper’s hawk by its finger-like wing feathers and menacing red eyes.

Hawks vs. Falcons: What’s The Difference?

Uncover the key features that set hawks and falcons apart, including their flight patterns, eye color, size, and hunting techniques.

Babies named Blake, Amanda, and Aiden will be rare in 2024.

20 Once-Popular Baby Names Now At Risk of Disappearing

As more Millennials have children, many of them are shying away from names that were popular in their own classrooms decades ago.

Welcome to the land of pub subs and snowbirds.

13 Fun Florida Slang Terms You Should Know

From pub sub to snowbird, here's the slang you need to know to sound like a local in the Sunshine State.

What’s the Kennection? #102

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

Some of the playground games you loved as a kid were also loved by kids in ancient Greece.

The Surprising Origins of 15 Beloved Playground Games

People were playing jacks in ancient Greece—just trading in the jacks and ball for tiny sheep bones or rocks.

Why Are Black Cats Considered Bad Luck?

Are black cats bad luck? Uncover the fascinating myths and legends surrounding these enigmatic creatures and learn why they've been both feared and revered throughout history.

Smurf Berry Crunch Cereal commercial (1983)

12 Discontinued Breakfast Cereals You Loved as a Kid

From Crazy Cow to Hidden Treasures, these discontinued cereals might be forgotten to some, but they’ll bring back delicious memories for others.

Slim Jim Light Bulb Commercial (Macho Man Randy Savage) (1996)

‘Oooh Yeah’: How Everyone Learned to ‘Snap Into a Slim Jim’

Discover the fascinating origins of the phrase “snap into a Slim Jim,” plus learn how the legendary “Macho Man” Randy Savage got his start with the tangy snack, which was a barfly favorite back in the 1940s.

Left to right: Cillian Murphy, Saoirse Ronan, and Domhnall Gleeson.

30 Irish Names You’re Probably Mispronouncing

Learn how to pronounce ‘Saoirse,’ ‘Cillian,’ and other tricky Irish names.

‘Beetlejuice’ Fan Theory Gives the Movie a Dark Spin

Were the Maitlands murdered at the beginning of ‘Beetlejuice’? One fan theory says yes.

5-Letter ‘S’ Words to Help You Improve Your Wordle Skills

Here are scores of words that start with ‘S’ that have never been the Wordle solution (yet).

Presidents Day vs. President’s Day vs. Presidents’ Day: Which One Is It?

The apostrophe in Presidents Day—or President's Day or Presidents's Day—is all over the place ... or nowhere to be found at all.

Just try not to get the bottoms all wet.

A Brief History of JNCO Jeans

When were JNCO jeans popular and how did they come to be? Discover more about the history of these ultra wide-legged pants and why they were created in the first place.

They want you to brush up on your hamster facts.

11 Facts About Hamsters

As far as pets go, hamsters are pretty beloved. We’ve rounded up some fascinating hamster facts.

Bubonic Plague Resurfaces in Oregon, and It's All Thanks to a Cat

Cats provide comfort and affection. Everyone once in a great while, they also share Bubonic plague.

The Pixar Theory—Explained

To infinity ... and further.

These U.S. Airlines Offer the Most (And Least) Legroom in Economy Seating

Looking for extra legroom on your next flight? From JetBlue to Spirit Airlines, discover which U.S. airlines and aircrafts offer the roomiest ride, according to this recent analysis.

This picture contains clues to the big cat’s identity.

What’s the Difference Between Jaguars and Leopards?

Learn how to “spot” the differences between jaguars and leopards based on their anatomy, behavior, and geographic ranges.

The True Origins of “The Muffin Man” Nursery Rhyme

Was the "Muffin Man" nursery rhyme created to warn people about a serial killer? We investigate its alleged dark origins.

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