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8 Gripping Facts About Hands Across America

The landmark charity event assembled nearly 5 million people on May 25, 1986 to raise awareness for hunger and homelessness.

America’s 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds

The American Kennel Club's list of the top 10 most popular dog breeds of 2018 shows that American pet owners love the classic breeds.

The 15 Best TV Series Finales of All Time

What makes a great series finale? It's a tricky needle to thread, and some series have undoubtedly done it better than others.

11 Surprising Facts About George R.R. Martin

The man behind the books that inspired 'Game of Thrones' is as interesting as the fantastical worlds he has created. And he owns a movie theater!

Queen Elizabeth II attends The Order of the Garter Service in 2010 at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle in Windsor, England. The Order of the Garter is the most senior and the oldest British Order of Chivalry and was founded by Edward III in 1348.

12 Famous Non-Brits Who Have Been Named Honorary Knights and Dames

For those who make significant contributions to humanitarian, charitable, or the arts and sciences, even non-British citizens can be honored with knight- and damehoods.

10 VHS Tapes That Are Worth Money (No, Really)

Normally relegated to junk bins, some VHS tapes are in demand by collectors due to their scarcity, nostalgia value, or cool box art. These 10 tapes command a premium price.

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11 Facts About Johann Sebastian Bach

Haunted houses wouldn't be as scary without the Baroque master's 'Toccata and Fugue in D Minor.' But that's not all we have to thank him for.

The World's 10 Most Expensive Cities

Two U.S. cities made The Economist Intelligence Unit's list of the world's most expensive cities. Can you guess which ones?

Kisses and graffiti left at Oscar Wilde's tomb in Paris

10 Graveside Traditions at Famous Tombs

Whether it's leaving playing cards or bullets, or drinking a cognac toast, there are a variety of traditional ways to pay tribute at famous tombs.

25 Amazing Facts About the Human Body

All of your blood vessels laid end to end would circle the Earth 4 times. Read on for more amazing tidbits about the human body.

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8 Facts About Shel Silverstein

The author of 'The Giving Tree' and 'Where the Sidewalk Ends' was friends with Hugh Hefner and wrote some of his books while staying at the Playboy Mansion.

15 Brilliant Spring Cleaning Hacks

To help you with your spring cleaning, we’ve rounded up some tips and tricks to streamline the process and leave you with more time to enjoy your fresh and tidy home.

10 Highest-Grossing Movie Franchises of All Time

Between 'Black Panther, 'Captain Marvel,' and the upcoming 'Endgame' and 'Spider-Man: Far From Home,' Luke Skywalker's got nothing on the Avengers.

16 Unforgettable Facts About Dumbo

Some high-flying facts about the ninth wonder of the universe, which is about to get a live-action remake.

The 10 Most Popular Puppy Names of 2019

Move over, Molly and Lola. Luna and Bella are taking over the puppy world, according to a new analysis.

12 Intriguing Facts About the Intestines

We only think about our intestines when we have intestinal pain, or when something else goes wrong. But scientists are finding intriguing links between your gut, brain, and other systems.

15 Unique Illnesses You Can Only Come Down With in German

The German language is so perfectly suited for these syndromes, coming down with them in any other language just won’t do.

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has passed away at the age of 87.

15 Memorable Ruth Bader Ginsburg Quotes

Supreme Court justice, feminist, and all-around badass Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away on September 18, 2020.

10 Fascinating Facts About Pi

Darren Aronofsky’s debut feature is a manic flash through conspiratorial surrealism and number theory—and was inspired by ant hills.

These are America’s 20 Best Places to Live in 2019

The results of Livability's annual "Best Places to Live" list are in—and some of the places may surprise you. Did your city make the cut?

Alice Roosevelt—for whom Alice Blue is named—in 1902.

9 Colors Named After People

From Titian Red to Alice Blue to Scheele’s Green, this is where the history books meet the artist’s palette.

Sláinte! 15 Facts About Guinness Beer

Pour yourself a glass of the black stuff (which actually isn't black at all) and read on for some facts about the legendary brewery, which has been carefully pouring pints of its famous stout since the mid-18th century.

5 Fast Facts About the World Wide Web

Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web on March 12, 1989. Here are some facts about the network in honor of its 30th anniversary.

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15 Extremely Valuable Funko Pop! Figures That Might Be Hiding In Your Collection

Find out which limited-edition Funko Pop! vinyl figures could potentially be traded for a dependable used car.

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