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13 Things You Might Not Have Known About John Steinbeck’s ‘Of Mice and Men’
Here are a few things about this iconic piece of literature that might not have been covered in your high school English class.
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10 Famous Birthdays to Celebrate in January
Some of our favorite figures from history, literature, music, pop culture, and more were born in the first month of the year. Do you share a birthday with one of these famous folks?
6 of the Most Valuable Happy Meal Toys From McDonald’s
From the McFurby to Boo Buckets, some of the most iconic McDonald’s Happy Meal toys can also fetch a pretty penny these days.
Net Zero: The 10 Worst Movies of 2023, According to Rotten Tomatoes
You've never heard of most of these movies. There's good reason for that.
25 Things to Look for During the 24-Hour ‘A Christmas Story’ Marathon
You know Ralphie Parker’s plight by heart, but can you spot the many flubs in Bob Clark’s ‘A Christmas Story’?
The Complicated, Controversial History of “Baby, It’s Cold Outside”
Each December, "Baby, It’s Cold Outside"—a ’40s-era American standard that some modern listeners hear as a depiction of sexual misconduct—invites a barrage of controversies, radio bans, and think pieces.
15 Vintage Christmas Songs to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
These obscure Christmas songs from the early 20th century might become your new favorite carols.
OK Soda: The '90s Soft Drink for Gen X That Fell Flat
In 1994, Coca-Cola introduced a soda for the grunge era. It left a bitter taste.
10 Gifts for the Barbie Lover in Your Life
This holiday season, think pink with these incredible Barbie gifts for fans of the toy and Greta Gerwig's recent blockbuster.
10 Surprising Facts About René Magritte’s ‘The Son of Man’
René Magritte’s surrealist masterpiece is his most recognized painting—but you may never get to see the real thing.
The Most Popular Christmas Movie in Each State
How many states opted for 'Elf' over 'A Christmas Story'? Did 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' get the shaft? Discover the topography of holiday movies here.
A Brief History of Whamageddon—the Game that Forces You to Avoid Hearing Wham!’s “Last Christmas”
“Last Christmas” is now the centerpiece of a growing holiday tradition based around ... not listening to it.
Not the Same: How Creative Strife Led to the Creation of U2’s “One”
U2 was at a breaking point when “One,” which has been repeatedly named one of the greatest songs of all time, brought the band back together.
Band Aid: The Charitable—and Controversial—History of “Do They Know It's Christmas?”
Band Aid's charity song "Do They Know It's Christmas?" enlisted everyone from Sting to Bananarama, but its efforts to help the Ethiopian famine didn't go exactly as planned.
How “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” Went From Morbid Omen to Holiday Mainstay
The original “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” implied that you’d never have a merry Christmas again.
Was Willy Wonka a Stone-Cold Serial Killer? One Wild Fan Theory Says Yes
Willy Wonka is undoubtedly an eccentric man. But could he and his band of Oompa-Loompas be hiding a homicidal secret?
“And All Through the House”: When ‘Tales From the Crypt’ Gifted Viewers With a Killer Santa
In 1989, the HBO anthology series 'Tales From the Crypt' resurrected a killer idea: a homicidal Kris Kringle.
The Bloody Rockwell: How Frank Frazetta Became a Master of Fantasy Illustration
Frank Frazetta redefined fantasy in the 20th century, one gloriously violent painting at a time.
The 10 Best Comedies to Stream on Netflix Right Now
From creepy, kooky family hits to indie success stories, Netflix has an impressive selection of comedies.
15 Surprising Facts About Timothée Chalamet
Timothée Chalamet contains multitudes, from his rapper alter-ego to an obsession with 'The Office.'
How Did The McCallisters Afford That Palatial House In ‘Home Alone’?
What do Kevin McCallister’s parents do for a living to afford the family such a lavish lifestyle?
Dumbo Drop: How World War II Kept Dumbo From Becoming ’TIME’ Magazine’s “Mammal of the Year”
The precocious pachyderm nearly made the cover. Then Pearl Harbor was attacked.
The Truth Is Out There: The 25-Year Mystery of a Song From ’The X-Files’ Has Been Solved
For 25 years, a segment of 'The X-Files' fans have been wondering about the creative origins of a country song that played in the background of a scene in season 6. Finally, they have their answer.
The Final Days of John Lennon
Shortly before 11 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 1980, John Lennon was gunned down in front of his New York City apartment building by an obsessed fan. This is the story of the days leading up to that tragedy.