BIG QUESTIONS

To get to the answer, we need to discuss Latin, wooden stakes, Catherine the Great, and, of course, Shakespeare. 

The origins of the term come from the Irish word for “ring.”

English cucumbers have a few qualities that make them superior to regular cucumbers, but one causes some problems, too.

Whether you’re trying to get rid of wrinkles or reduce static electricity, dryer sheets can be useful in more ways than you might expect.

There are several important factors to take into consideration. And if your dog does wear a collar, you need to make sure it fits well and is safe.

Your Thanksgiving cranberry sauce—be it homemade or Ocean Spray’s canned classic—is all part of America’s history.

These prehistoric members of our genus, ‘Homo,’ occupy different branches of the human family tree.

As with many words, we have Latin to thank.

The imposing clocks have an origin story, but it doesn't have much to do with any actual grandfathers.

It’s common for many little kids to go through a “dinosaur phase.” Here’s why.

One theory suggests that we call liquor “spirits” because of alcohol’s association with one spirit in particular: the Holy Spirit. But there are other possible origins.

Your dog’s motivations for licking you range from adorable to disgusting.