From landmark reporters to modern media moguls, these women transformed journalism as we know it. Journalism was a realm of machismo and masculinity for much of history. But whether they were ...

In Tune Twist, we run the lyrics of a hit song through multiple languages, then translate them back into English. Here’s a hint: This tune, which came out in 1985, is sometimes called the worst song ...

Speaking of cherries, maraschino is a clear liqueur made from marasca cherries. Its name is borrowed from Italian, so the correct pronunciation is “mare-uh-SKEE-noh.” But so many English speakers say ...

Think the word ‘human’ was created by slapping ‘hu-’ on ‘man’? Think again: ‘Man’ and ‘human’ aren’t related at all.

The Nobel Prize-winning physicist often commented on science, the universe, and humanity. But which deep thoughts are really ...

No one could accuse Joseph Bazzeghin of not being ambitious. In 1938, Bazzeghin, a self-styled entrepreneur, delivered a ...

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, deadbolt first appeared in print in 1808. It’s defined by the OED as “a bolt in a lock that is engaged by means of a key, knob, or (later) electronic device ...

Marvel fans can now pre-order an LED-lit, Galactus-inspired popcorn bucket big enough to set a Guinness World Record.

Napping offers many benefits, but getting the most out of a midday snooze isn’t always easy. Fortunately, these expert-backed ...

Typically​​, amusement parks and theme parks have different goals when it comes to their design. Amusement park creators ...

Firefly populations have been declining, but there may be light at the end of the tunnel for the glowing bugs.

A cocoon is distinct from both a pupa and chrysalis. It is a hard, silk shell that a moth larva weaves around itself before ...