The Princes in the Tower: British Royal History’s Most Tantalizing Murder Mystery
An heir and a spare disappeared during England's War of the Roses. Here's what happened—and how we might hope to solve the mystery today.
An heir and a spare disappeared during England's War of the Roses. Here's what happened—and how we might hope to solve the mystery today.
The totally tubular TMNT catchphrase didn’t actually start with Michelangelo and the gang. In fact, “cowabunga” originated from a different kids show altogether.
The origins of the nursery rhyme can tell us exactly why Humpty Dumpty is depicted as an egg.
The omnipresent radio spot has made millions suffer. And the organization behind it couldn't be happier.
The age ranges and birth years for Gen Z and Gen Alpha—along with Millennials—are clearer (so we can all quit fighting about it now).
As more Millennials have children, many of them are shying away from names that were popular in their own classrooms decades ago.
People were playing jacks in ancient Greece—just trading in the jacks and ball for tiny sheep bones or rocks.
From Crazy Cow to Hidden Treasures, these discontinued cereals might be forgotten to some, but they’ll bring back delicious memories for others.
Was the "Muffin Man" nursery rhyme created to warn people about a serial killer? We investigate its alleged dark origins.
From the rare Snake Eyes to the massive USS Flagg, explore the most valuable G.I. Joe toys from the 1980s that are making waves on eBay with collectors.
It's very possible that having a sexy mom and dad is good for your wallet.
Marie Antoinette had four children before her beheading in 1793. Here's what happened to them.
The Silent Generation may not be as flashy a group as Millennials, but they wield a surprising amount of influence over our culture.
Did Bubble Yum gum really contain spider eggs? Learn about the schoolyard urban legend that threatened the success of this popular chewing gum back in the 1970s.
Looking for new ways to describe the children in your life? From ankle-biters and saucepan lids to breadsnatchers and drape apes, these are funny slang terms for kids you’ll definitely want to use.
The 1924 list of most popular baby names has a few (but not many) things in common with today's trends.
Following a string of PR nightmares, McDonald's began quietly removing its PlayPlaces in the 2000s.
Did you know that the USS Flagg was one of the biggest play sets of the 1980s? Dive into the world of G.I. Joe and learn about its massive size, intricate design, and the challenges it posed for parents.
Plenty of nepo babies have earned their places in history. But it’s always good to acknowledge the doors open to people who have rich relatives—or whose dad knows the manager of a clogging troupe.
If you watched television in the 1990s, you probably saw an ad for a green blob that could teach you French.
Generation Alpha—the children of Millennials and the kid siblings of Generation Z—was born the same year the iPad was released.
Lunar New Year and Diwali are being observed in New York schools in 2024. They also come with some challenges for administrators.
From the McFurby to Boo Buckets, some of the most iconic McDonald’s Happy Meal toys can also fetch a pretty penny these days.
Everyone thought Pleasant Rowland’s idea was terrible. Thankfully, she didn’t listen. Now there’s a new American Girl movie in development, making it the perfect time to read up on what you might not have known about these beloved dolls.