Why Do We Like to 'Nip It in the Bud'?
The idiom goes back centuries. And no, it's not 'nipping it in the butt.'
2023-08-15 22:24
The Noteworthy Fears of 10 Famous Figures
“The only thing we have to fear is fear itself”—unless you also fear the number 13. Or insects. Or being buried alive. Here are the fears of just a few of history’s most notable figures, from FDR to Dalí.
2023-08-15 20:15
The World's Oldest Restaurant Has Been Operating Continuously for 300 Years
Many elements of Restaurante Botín in Madrid date back to when it opened in 1725, including the fire in the oven.
2023-08-15 04:16
Maui Wildfires Have Devastated the Hawaiian Island—Here are 5 Organizations That Are Helping
Maui residents need a tremendous amount of support right now. Here's how you can help.
2023-08-15 02:50
11 Things You Didn’t Know About Vincent Van Gogh’s ‘The Starry Night’
The famous 1889 painting was the artist's second depiction of a twinkling night sky.
2023-08-15 02:25
What’s the Difference Between a Router and a Modem?
You need to set up both a router and a modem if you want Wi-Fi internet in your home, but there are major differences between the two devices.
2023-08-15 02:15
Sony Music, Triller end copyright case over platform's music use
By Blake Brittain Sony Music Entertainment has dropped a lawsuit against Triller over allegations the short-form video platform
2023-08-15 00:51
Are You Really More Likely to Die on Your Birthday? The ‘Birthday Effect,’ Explained
“We concluded that birthdays end lethally more frequently than might be expected."
2023-08-14 22:23
What's the Kennection? #75
All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?
2023-08-13 02:49
Women's World Cup: How to watch Australia, France, England and Colombia battle it out for a semifinal place
This year's Women's World Cup is very much reaching the business end of things, with two more quarterfinals to be played.
2023-08-12 08:16
13 Fascinating Facts About Grapes
Wine grapes and table grapes are a huge agricultural asset. It's no wonder that the humble grape is among the world's largest fruit crops.
2023-08-12 06:20
30 Years Ago: When Alicia Silverstone and Aerosmith Ruled MTV
In 1993, a teenaged Alicia Silverstone changed the rules for video vixens everywhere with Aerosmith's "Cryin'"—and cemented her place in pop culture history.
2023-08-12 05:23