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This winged being is the Archangel Raphael, not Cupid.

8 Other Patron Saints of Love Besides St. Valentine

St. Valentine may get the romantic holiday, but he isn’t the only religious figure linked to love.

Not all states have equal opportunities for new businesses. WalletHub’s 2025 rankings show the top 10 states to kickstart your adventure.

The 10 Best States for Starting a New Business in 2025

Dream of running your own business? Learn which states offer the best chances for success.

12 Mysterious Facts About ‘Picnic at Hanging Rock’

Peter Weir’s Australian New Wave classic turns 50 this year. Here’s what you need to know about the film, from the off-limits question Weir asked book author Joan Lindsay to the spooky stuff that happened on set.

You can start by turning the thermometer down.

10 Smart Ways To Lower Your Heating Bill This Winter

These money-saving tips can help renters and homeowners manage high heating bills all season long.

20 Baby Names at Risk of Going Extinct

Nickname-names like Ellie and Liam are in. Millennial and royal names are out. (Sorry Erin and William.)

Red hair and freckles are two traits partially determined by genes.

13 Facts About Genes

Humans are now known to have between 20,000 and 25,000 genes, but researchers still have much to learn about these small segments of DNA.

An OG VHS of this flick still commands top dollar.

6 Rare Disney VHS Tapes That Are Worth a Lot of Money Today

Some of your favorite old Disney movies from the ’90s are worth a lot these days, especially if there’s a black diamond logo on the spine of the VHS clamshell case.

The dogs who pulled off the Nome Serum run might have looked a little bit like this.

10 Things You Need to Know About the 1925 Serum Run to Nome, Alaska

From January 27, 1925 until February 2, 20 mushers and 150 dogs heroically transported desperately needed diphtheria antitoxin to the remote town of Nome, Alaska, saving countless lives in the process. But the event wasn’t without controversy.

15 Impressive Facts About the Panama Canal

Often called one of the seven modern wonders of the world, the Panama Canal splits the continents of North and South America and launched a new era in global commerce when it opened in 1914.

Head to Dubai some booze-free time at the beach.

The Top 10 Cities For a Booze-Free Getaway

No desire to drink alcohol on your next vacation? No problem.

10 of the World’s Most Endangered Monuments

From lighthouses to terracotta sculptures to out-of-this-world spots, these important heritage sites are at risk due to things like degradation and climate change.

6 Misconceptions About Cooking

Don’t believe everything your parents taught you about navigating the kitchen.

Gen Z is all about the Duniverse—and Timothée and Zendaya.

15 of the Best Movies That Define Gen Z

From childhood favorites to critically acclaimed indie hits, here are some of the best Gen Z movies (so far).

Winter isn't always great on cars, but it still has its upsides.

16 Clever Car Hacks That Make Driving in Winter So Much Easier

Winter maintenance isn't always fun, but these clever car hacks can make navigating icy roads and snow flurries a lot easier.

A scene from the La Brea Tar Pits with models of Ice Age animals.

10 Fascinating Facts About the La Brea Tar Pits

There’s a gooey time capsule in the heart of Los Angeles, left over from an era when saber-toothed cats, dire wolves, camels, and giant sloths prowled southern California.

20 Albums Turning 50 in 2025

Some true classics are turning the big 5-0 this year, from Springsteen’s ‘Born to Run’ to Rush’s ‘Fly by Night.’

Feeling like garbage? That’s your immune system at work.

12 Fantastic Facts About the Immune System

Without our immune system, we wouldn't last very long: this complex network of organs and cells fights off pathogens and helps maintain our health.

11 Odd Old-Timey Valentine’s Day Traditions

From writing a salty letter of insults to rid yourself of unwanted attention to using a key to ward off epilepsy, here are 11 of the oddest old-timey Valentine’s Day traditions from years past.

11 Animals That Can Purportedly Predict the Weather

Groundhogs aren't the only creatures with the powers of prognostication. From badgers to woolly bear caterpillars, these other animals are said to predict the weather.

The good news? You won't have to do it very often.

How to Wash Your Favorite Winter Coats at Home

Get a complete guide for how to wash winter coats, including fleece jackets, down parkas, and more.

The 10 Most Popular Songs to Listen to While Doing Chores

See the top cleaning songs that get people moving, from ”I Wanna Dance with Somebody” to ”HOT TO GO!”

Many coffee drinkers prefer mom-and-pop shops to corporate franchises.

The 10 Best Cities for Independent Coffeeshops

From Knoxville to Lincoln, these independent coffeeshops are brewing up some love.

7 Need-to-Know Facts About Norovirus

The super-contagious gastrointestinal virus is causing outbreaks across the U.S. Here's how to protect yourself (and everyone around you) from norovirus.

9 Things You Should Know About Paul Newman

The actor became a salad dressing magnate and an accomplished race car driver before he ever won an Oscar.

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