Everything You Need to Know About Generation Alpha—The Children of Millennials
Generation Alpha—the children of Millennials and the kid siblings of Generation Z—was born the same year the iPad was released.
Generation Alpha—the children of Millennials and the kid siblings of Generation Z—was born the same year the iPad was released.
In 1900, the global average life expectancy was around 32 years old. Today, it's 71. How did this happen?
From record-breaking plants and incredible animal news to space superlatives and the awesome power of Taylor Swift fans, here’s the long list of things we learned in 2023.
The two dialects have transformed to the point that North Korean defectors often struggle with unfamiliar language when arriving in South Korea—so much that the South Korean government publishes a list of commonly confused words to aid new defectors.
Even if you've seen the Broadway musical 'Hamilton,' there's probably a lot you don't know about this enigmatic founding father.
The Vril-Ya Bazaar and Fête was inspired by a popular Victorian science fiction novel—and introduced the world to Bovril.
Listen to inaugural addresses and other speeches from each president from John F. Kennedy to Barack Obama.
The Amish aren't known for their bawdy senses of humor, but try telling that to the couple snapping a photo under the sign announcing they've arrived at Intercourse.
From Celine Dion’s “erotic motorcycle” to the crafty female platypus who faked a pregnancy in order to bust out of the Bronx Zoo, 2023 was full of some pretty great stories.
Napoleon needed cash fast, so he made the U.S. an offer it couldn’t refuse.
Ever wonder why the new year officially starts on January 1? Turns out, you can thank Pope Gregory XIII—and Julius Caesar.
For many Victorians, parties, dancing, and festive spirits were staples of New Year’s celebrations. Yet there were many other odd, quaint, and charming customs that for the most part are no longer with us.
New Year’s Eve in Times Square is one of the most famous traditions in New York City. Learn how Manhattan's most colorful party came to be.
As midnight approaches on December 31, more than a few of us will pop open a bottle or two of champagne to help ring in the New Year. Here are a few nuggets you can share with fellow revelers.
Some of our favorite figures from history, literature, music, pop culture, and more were born in the first month of the year. Do you share a birthday with one of these famous folks?
Dumplings are a delicious staple that transcends borders, but how did these doughy delights rise to international fame?
Seattle’s iconic Space Needle debuted at the 1962 World’s Fair—and was inspired by America's Space Race with the Soviet Union.
Other momentous events have happened on December 25, like Washington crossing the Delaware and the birth of Jimmy Buffett.
The hardy plant’s ability to stay vibrant through the winter made it a natural choice for pre-Christian winter festivals, but why is holly now associated with Christmas?
George Washington's preferred eggnog recipe calls for four kinds of booze—and none of them in small quantities.
From a profane parrot to an exploding corpse to swapped (and dropped) bodies, the funerals on this list went terribly awry.
Thirteen bearded wild men descend upon Icelandic homes to reward children who behave and punish those who don’t.
The powerful royal family was not immune to the many illnesses of the 16th century.
Père Fouettard, or “Father Whipper,” is a butcher whose favorite pastime is eating children. And hanging out with St. Nicholas.