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Why do we make wishes on shooting stars? The tradition stretches from ancient Egyptian beliefs to Ptolemy, Disney songs, and modern stargazing culture.
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Whether you're planning a bucket-list trip or looking for the perfect rainy-day activity, these editor-approved museums are destinations you'll never forget.
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Chances are, you've never thought to store this specific item in this specific pocket. 
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The history and psychology behind tossing coins into fountains help explain an interesting part of human nature.
Chelsea Thatcher|
The iconic white gloves worn by butlers carry centuries of meaning, from hygiene to hierarchy in formal households.
Nitya Rao|
Providing you with your daily dose of nostalgia, we look back at six stores from the 2000s you once couldn’t get enough of.
Jenny Cohen|
A new relationship trend is generating debate across social media, dating apps, and lifestyle circles.
Logan DeLoye|
Why are mirrors covered after death in some cultures? From superstition to Jewish mourning traditions, here’s what the practice means.
Paul Anthony Jones|