20 Smart Gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2023 kicks off on Monday, May 8—and here are 20 of the best teacher gifts that could be perfect for the educator in your life.
National Teacher Appreciation Week 2023 kicks off on Monday, May 8—and here are 20 of the best teacher gifts that could be perfect for the educator in your life.
From eye masks to cute puzzles and more, the best Mother's Day gifts under $30 can help mom feel special on her big day without emptying your wallet.
These adorably wrinkly-faced dogs have a rich history.
'The Kite Runner'—which was the first novel written in English by an Afghan author—started as a short story that was rejected by 'GQ' and 'Esquire.'
Queen Victoria’s 1838 coronation featured a very small ring and a very big fall.
It's nearly summer—time to break out the salt and limes.
There is a lot more to Cinco de Mayo, the annual springtime celebration of Hispanic heritage and culture in the United States, than the many margarita-soaked festivities that ensue all over the nation.
Everyone from Richard Scarry to Ian Fleming to Agatha Christie has had changes made to their books by their publishers long after they were released.
Japan’s highest mountain is also one of its most iconic landmarks.
ABC’s “Shark Tank” is a launching pad for entrepreneurs and their inventions. Check out 25 of the show’s most successful products, including Bombas socks, the Comfy, and more.
Here are the stories and meanings behind 25 words, names, and titles that you might not have realized actually stand for something.
Here are some fascinating facts about the ‘Star Wars’ universe—any one of which makes a perfect response the next time someone says “May the 4th be with you.”
Writers strikes have a major impact on TV and film production, as the most recent strike—which began on May 2, 2023—has made clear.
Few statues are as enduring and iconic as Michelangelo's 'David.' But while much of the world could sketch this majestic masterpiece from memory, few know the quirks and curiosities that went into its creation.
For AAPI Heritage Month, check out these incredible books by Celeste Ng, Viet Thanh Nguyen, Helen Hoang, and others.
During Amazon Pet Day 2023, you can get huge discounts on top-rated pet essentials, from Furbo dog cameras to litter boxes, toys, and more.
George Takei may be best known for his role as Mr. Sulu on ‘Star Trek.’ But there's far more to Takei than manning the helm of the USS ‘Enterprise.’
Some wars can take centuries. Others can take, oh, about 45 minutes.
The biggest movie stars of today are mostly the biggest movie stars of yesterday.
Who is Midge? Why did Barbie’s little sister Kelly disappear? Is Nikki actually Christie’s little sister?
Here’s (at least) one interesting way station each of these common words made on its journey to the present day, whether it’s an analysis of the Latin roots, a hypothesis about a proto-Indo-European origin, or a pivotal change in meaning.
Each May for more than 40 years, America has paid tribute to the vast cultural contributions of its Asian and Pacific Islander citizens. Here are a few fascinating facts about how Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month came to be.
In honor of Independent Bookstore Day, we've picked the best bookshop in every state—plus a few others we loved. Did your favorite make the list?
The Stone of Scone—also called the Stone of Destiny—may look unassuming, but it’s had a long and colorful history, right up to the present day.