12 Novels Inspired by Real Events
Novelists have used everything from real killers to newsworthy hostage situations to literal white whales to craft their fiction.
2023-10-24 06:18
The Smart—and Scientific—Reason Freddy Krueger’s Sweater Is Red- and Green-Striped
Wes Craven didn’t intend for his classic horror film villain to look like he was headed to a Christmas party.
2023-10-24 04:55
A Shot in the Dark: How to Photograph a Black Cat
With some simple adjustments, you can transform your black cat from a dark blob of fur into a handsome portrait subject.
2023-10-24 02:19
11 Illuminating Facts About the Movie ‘Twilight’
It’s never a bad time to talk about the baseball scene in ‘Twilight.’
2023-10-24 02:15
15 Things You Should Know About Gustav Klimt’s ‘The Kiss’
Gustav Klimt’s ‘The Kiss’ is a deceptively simple portrait of lust and love. But beyond that glittery gold leaf, the work is full of fascinating facts.
2023-10-24 01:47
21 French Names You’re Probably Mispronouncing
The pronunciations of names like ‘Yves’ and ‘Geneviève’ aren’t hard once you’ve heard them a few times.
2023-10-24 00:24
Why Is It Called the “Placebo Effect”?
What is a placebo? Technically, a Latin phrase meaning ‘I will please.’ It’s also a Catholic prayer and a clever insult.
2023-10-23 23:49
Martha Stewart does dress her age, thank you very much
At the age of 82, Martha Stewart can do what she wants. That includes dressing how she wants.
2023-10-23 23:17
How Virtual Reality is Changing Filmmaking
Virtual reality is reinventing the grammar of storytelling.
2023-10-23 21:29
California!
The Strange States series will take you on a virtual tour of America to uncover the unusual people, places, things, and events that make this country such a unique place to call home.
2023-10-23 21:27
25 All-Natural Facts About Arkansas
Bordering Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Tennessee, and Mississippi, America’s landlocked 25th state is full of food festivals, spooky legends, and rare animals.
2023-10-23 21:26
17 Essential LGBTQ Movies You Should Watch Right Now
Celebrate all that is queer with a headfirst dive into the incredibly rich history of LGBTQ cinema.
2023-10-23 21:26