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1 Fact About All 63 U.S. National Parks

From Acadia to Zion, the U.S. has some pretty majestic national parks. In the latest episode of The List Show, we’re giving you one fun fact about every single one.

The spinning jenny was basically the spinning wheel 2.0.

How the Spinning Jenny Transformed Textiles and Led to Industrial Sabotage

Here's the story of why the spinning jenny was invented and how the spinning mule usurped it.

More than 40 years later, ‘M*A*S*H’ remains on top.

The 10 Most-Watched TV Series Finales Ever

What were the most watched series finales in TV history? The titles just might surprise you.

The difference between bees, wasps, and hornets is subtle.

Bee vs. Wasp vs. Hornet: What’s the Difference?

Discover the differences among these similar insects, including their diet, body size, and behavior.

Roger Bart and Casey Likes star in 'Back to the Future: The Musical' on Broadway.

Whoa! How ‘Back to the Future: The Musical’ Reinvented Its Iconic DeLorean for the Stage

The creative team behind ‘Back to the Future: The Musical’ inherited the heavy task of recreating the movie's time-traveling DeLorean for the stage.

A presumably nice Canadian wears their pride.

Are Canadians Really As Nice and Polite As Everyone Thinks?

Canadians are known for their hospitality, but their niceness might be exaggerated.

Coyotes vs. Foxes: What’s the Difference—and How to Tell Them Apart

It may be hard to tell foxes and coyotes apart from far away, but there are several key differences distinguishing them.

Snoop Dogg performing in Sacramento in 2023.

The Fascinating Stories Behind 15 Celebrity Stage Names

From Snoop Dogg to Brie Larson, here's how 15 public figures came up with new names.

A Massachusetts Library System Will Let You Pay Fines With Cat Pictures

A cute or funny cat picture could earn you a blank slate at Worcester Public Libraries.

The British royal family has been dogged by conspiracy theories for more than 1000 years.

10 Bizarre Royal Conspiracy Theories

From secret love children to political assassinations to accusations of vampirism, the British royal family has been the subject of many bizarre conspiracy theories over the course of its history.

This bride is (perhaps unknowingly) following an old Swedish wedding tradition.

8 Unusual Wedding Traditions From History

Showing your tush to the wedding photographer isn’t the strangest or most objectionable tradition people have dreamt up in the past few centuries.

'Mary Poppins' Gets a New UK Film Rating Over Discriminatory Language

The classic 1964 film earned a stronger classification thanks to two uses of a racial slur.

Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy in 'Pride and Prejudice' (1995).

For Sale: Colin Firth’s Wet Shirt From ‘Pride and Prejudice’ (Lake Not Included)

You could own the costume that made Mr. Darcy’s lake scene so unforgettable.

A quartet of northern pintail ducks in flight.

10 Delightful Facts About Ducks

Discover fascinating facts about ducks, from their adaptation to cold temperatures to their rude nesting habits.

The historic—and historical—grand opening of New York City's Brooklyn Bridge in May 1883.

Historic vs. Historical: What’s the Difference (And Which Should I Use)?

Learn when to use historic vs. historical in English language. Find out the differences and similarities between the two terms.

Canines have inspired all kinds of words—and they’re not the only animals to have done so.

15 Common Words Inspired by Animals

Animals have always been important to the lives and livelihoods of humans, so it’s no wonder they've left a mark on language.

What’s the Kennection? #103

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

Frost Bite: When Sub-Zero Temperatures Shattered an Antarctic Explorer’s Teeth

“Polar exploration is at once the cleanest and most isolated way of having a bad time which has been devised,” he later wrote.

There's a super-sized history for this treat that keeps on giving.

From Fries to Tots: A Delicious History of Fried Potatoes

Discover the fascinating history of fried potatoes, including French fries and their roots in France and Belgium. From tots to hashbrowns and more, the food origins behind these yummy side dishes may surprise you.

Waking up at the crack of dawn to catch a flight has its upsides.

The Real Reasons You Should Always Book an Early Morning Flight

Want a hassle-free trip? Catching an early morning flight can potentially save you time, stress, and energy.

Veni, Vidi, Vici: The True Origin of Julius Caesar’s Famous Proclamation

With his catchphrase ‘veni, vidi, vici,’ Julius Caesar was saying much more than simply “I came, I saw, I conquered."

Those Illuminati rumors still haven't gone away, HOV ...

12 Unbelievable Music Conspiracy Theories

Whether it's about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce or Jay-Z’s part in the Illuminati, these music conspiracy theories are good for a laugh—and maybe a deep-dive on Reddit (or two).

Shellshocked? Nah. Shell-curious? Oh absolutely.

How Do Baby Birds Breathe Inside Their Eggs?

Discover the fascinating ways eggs provide everything a baby bird needs, including oxygen through a sophisticated system of membranes and air pockets.

5-Letter Words Ending in ‘T’ to Help You Improve Your Wordle Skills

Here are scores of words ending in ‘T’ that have never been the Wordle solution (yet).

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