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Regé-Jean Page and Phoebe Dynevor in Bridgerton.

20 TV Shows You Should Never Watch With Your Parents

TV show nudity and sex scenes are par for the course in the streaming era—but ‘Bridgerton’ might not be the best choice for a family binge-watch.

Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower photographed in 1957.

11 Marriage Proposal Mishaps

Ahhh, the marriage proposal. Never has a tradition been surrounded by so much anxiety, planning, and the potential to be embarrassing and, well, even downright cringe-worthy.

10 Strange Sex Laws in the United States

Do a quick search online for strange sex laws in the United States, and you’ll find a treasure trove of oddities—the country has its fair share of peculiar penalties when it comes to amorous activities.

The World's Tiniest Reptile Has Disproportionately Large Genitals

'Brookesia nana' males may be less than 1 inch long, but they make up for it by being able to strut around a locker room with enormous reproductive organs.

Sarah Edmondson in a scene from The Vow (2020).

10 Facts About NXIVM and The Vow, HBO's True Crime Docuseries

The HBO docuseries 'The Vow' offers an in-depth exploration of NXIVM, the multi-level marketing scheme-cum-sex cult that has been making headlines for the past several years.

Warren G. Harding looking dapper in June 1920.

The Grandson of Warren G. Harding's Mistress Wants to Prove His Presidential Lineage—By Exhuming Harding's Body

For the record, other DNA tests have already proven that Warren G. Harding’s grandson is, in fact, Warren G. Harding’s grandson.

Sperm have been duping us for nearly 350 years.

A Stroke of Genius: New Research Shows That Sperm Don’t Slither—They Corkscrew

This new revelation about how sperm propel themselves to eggs could inform future studies on male infertility.

Fever in the mornin', fever all through the night.

New Study Suggests That Raphael Died from Bloodletting and Pneumonia—Not Syphilis

Many have long believed that Italian painter Raphael’s excessive philandering led to his untimely death.

Cats can ruin a relationship before it even gets started, according to science.

Study: Women Are Less Attracted to Men Who Have Cats In Their Dating Profile Pics

A survey of hundreds of women demonstrated that dating profiles showing men holding cats are perceived as less desirable.

Graham Crackers Were Invented to Combat the Evils of Coffee, Alcohol, and Masturbation

Twitter and TikTo users regularly joke about the origins of the simple graham cracker as a way to curtail sexual impulses. And while it might sound bizarre, this is one viral trend that is based in truth.

The Reason So Many Babies Are Conceived in Winter

Does it seem like a surplus of newborn babies pop up in September? Science has a few explanations why.

9 Surprising Facts About the Scientific Study of Sex

The scientific study of sex is much more exciting than an awkward sex ed class. Even if it means learning the truth about how many calories you actually burn when things get hot and heavy.

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A Tasty History of Edible Underwear

The adult novelty item has a surprisingly rich history involving organized crime, food science, and the difficulties in patenting the name "Candypants."

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Honey Bees Can Get STDs, Too

Bees, like many animals, are polyandrous—meaning females partner with multiple mates. And they might need their own PSAs about the dangers of sexually transmitted diseases.

A Rediscovered Erotic Poem Might Indicate the Middle Ages Were Sexier Than We Thought

The "Rosendorn," which describes a woman's conversation with her genitals, is 200 years older than previously believed.

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20 Eye-Opening Facts About Eyes Wide Shut

Stanley Kubrick's final film arrived in theaters on July 16, 1999, more than four months after the legendary director's death.

A Psychotropic Fungus Is Eating Away Cicadas' Genitalia and Boosting Their Sex Drive

Even when two-thirds of their bodies are composed of fungal spores, the host cicadas continue to attempt mating in a drugged-out stupor.

8 Enlightening Facts About Dr. Ruth Westheimer

As a freedom fighter in Palestine, future sex therapist Dr. Ruth learned how to throw a hand grenade.

Dr. Ruth and Mr. Peanut Answer Your Burning Questions About Love and Sex This Valentine's Day

Let Dr. Ruth Westheimer and a talking, top hat-wearing peanut be your guides to love and relationships.

The Lavender Scare: When the U.S. Government Persecuted Employees for Being Gay

During the Lavender Scare, an estimated 10,000 LGBTQ people were pushed out of U.S. government and military positions.

8 Provocative Facts About the X Film Rating

5. The XXX mark may have stemmed from an alcohol designation.

The Weird, Disturbing World of Snail Sex

It involves something called a "love dart," and it's less romantic than it sounds.

The Unbelievable True Story Behind A Very English Scandal

The three-episode BBC drama, which premieres on Amazon on June 29, is indeed English to its core.

15 Fabulous Facts About 'Sex and the City'

In 1998, 'Sex and the City' premiered on HBO and instantly pushed cosmos, Post-it note break-ups, and Mr. Big into the cultural lexicon.

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