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Grasshopper on the left, swarm of locusts on the right

Grasshoppers vs. Locusts: What’s the Difference?

All locusts are grasshoppers, but not all grasshoppers are locusts.

13 Breakdancing Terms You Should Know

Study up on this breaking terminology so you know what you’re talking about you’re watching the sport at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.

Painting showing Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Roger Sherman, Robert Livingston, and Benjamin Franklin presenting the first draft of the Declaration of Independence to the Second Continental Congress.

The Pursuit of Happiness: The True Meaning of the Misunderstood Phrase

When the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, both 'pursuit' and 'happiness' had secondary definitions that change the meaning of the iconic quote.

A sign for the South Of The Border rest stop located in South Carolina.

11 of the Best Rest Stops in the U.S.

Hitting the road this summer? Consider putting one of these rest stops on your travel itinerary for when you need a break.

Jack Sprat could refer to two historical royals.

The Possibly Royal Origins of the ‘Jack Sprat’ Nursery Rhyme

Although “Jack Sprat” may not be in the nursery rhyme limelight, the two theories behind its meaning—both of which involve royalty—are just as interesting as the origins of better-known rhymes.

Fortunately, it’s illegal to eat saw-whet owls.

8 Birds That People Used to Eat (but Would Be a Federal Crime to Eat Now)

In past centuries, dinner tables were crowded with sparrows, robins, and even owls. Here are a few birds that are now protected from American appetites.

How Many of These 35 General Knowledge Trivia Questions Can You Get Right?

You’ll need to be a generalist rather than a specialist to ace these questions.

Where Does the Word ‘Hoser’ Come From?

As brothers Bob and Doug McKenzie on ‘SCTV,’ actors Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas made ‘hoser’ popular—and there are plenty of theories about the word’s origin.

Leonard Cohen, Chelsea Hotel, Phoebe Bridgers.

9 Memorable Songs About the Chelsea Hotel

From Leonard Cohen’s “Chelsea Hotel #2” to Jesse Jo Stark’s “Chelsea Hotel,” these songs capture the mythos of the inimitable Hotel Chelsea.

7 Spots in Your Home You’re Probably Forgetting to Clean

Make sure to put these easy-to-forget locations around your home on your cleaning to-do list.

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What’s the Kennection? #121

All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?

Exploring OldMapsOnline is great way to spend an hour or five.

This Interactive Tool Lets You Explore Centuries of Old Maps at Once

OldMapsOnline revamped its capabilities to map famous people, rulers, battles, and more through time and geography.

George R.R. Martin’s ‘Fire & Blood’ and key art from Season 2 of ‘House of the Dragon.’

10 Key Differences Between ‘House of the Dragon’ and ‘Fire & Blood’

In adapting George R.R. Martin’s Targaryen history for the small screen, showrunners have made some major changes, from aging up certain characters to showing others getting frisky.

Why is a ‘Square Deal’ Square?

Theodore Roosevelt called his domestic agenda of 1903 a ‘square deal.’ Let’s dig into the origins of the famous phrase.

Barack Obama supporters hold posters with his campaign slogan in 2008.

The Origins of 10 Presidential Campaign Slogans

You probably remember Barack Obama’s “Yes, We Can.” But do you remember Herbert Hoover’s campaign slogan? How about FDR’s?

Chris Evert at the 1978 Wimbledon quarterfinals.

Why Is It Called a “Tennis Bracelet”?

Chris Evert’s tennis bracelets made tennis bracelets a thing. But the origin story gets mistold quite often.

Emilio Estevez, Demi Moore, and Ally Sheedy were all an essential part of the Brat Pack.

25 of the Best Documentaries You Can Stream Right Now

These gripping documentaries on Hulu, Max, and Netflix offer a real slice-of-life experience, allowing viewers to delve into worlds unlike their own.

‘Eat My Shorts’: How Bart Simpson’s Controversial Catchphrase Sparked a Pop Culture Sensation

This cheeky euphemism was kicking around years before Bart ever used it on “The Simpsons,” but it prompted some significant backlash in the early ‘90s.

9 Things to Do When Your Pet Goes Missing

Losing an animal is a stressful situation, but it’s important to stay calm, act fast, and prepare a comprehensive plan of action. Here are nine things you should do if your pet ever goes missing.

A grove of mountain cedar releases clouds of pollen.

Watch: Mountain Cedar Trees ‘Sneeze’ Huge Clouds of Pollen

The allergy-inducing mountain cedar may be the most hated tree in Texas.

Alex Trebek is shown shortly before shaking his head in disappointment at a contestant.

‘Jeopardy!’ Icon Alex Trebek Gets a Stamp of Approval From the Postal Service

The late ‘Jeopardy!’ host is being honored in a Forever stamp sheet. The current cost of a Trebek Forever Stamp is 73 cents; a sheet of 20 is $14.60.

The 10 Best States for Summer Road Trips in 2024

Travel costs, attractions, and safety make these states worth a summer road trip.

Why Does Honey Come in Bear-Shaped Bottles?

The adorable bear honey bottle design helped launch Dutch Gold Honey to national success. Here’s how it came to be.

Parades are a big part of the festivities.

10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About the Fourth of July

One Founding Father thought we were celebrating on the wrong day, but that hasn’t stopped Americans from pulling out all the stops on July 4.

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