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A Brief History of Black Friday

As Thanksgiving approaches, so does another yearly American ritual: the shopping extravaganza that takes place on the day after Thanksgiving, aka "Black Friday." Just about any savvy shopper is familiar

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What Is the Turing Test?

In the 1950s, it seemed almost inconceivable to imagine a world where computers and humans displayed similar behaviors. But at the turn of that decade, British mathematician Alan Turing, whose genius aided the Allies in World War II by helping break Nazi Germany's encrypted

The Fascinating Story of the Pony Express

For better or for worse, in 2021, we take for granted instant communication and the near-instant delivery of just about anything we want. It was a much, much different story

12 Things You Might Not Know About “Sesame Street”

There’s only one place where sunny days have been sweeping the clouds away for more than 50 years: Sesame Street. What started as a way to educate preschool-age kids

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Why We Hand Out Candy, and Other Halloween Questions Answered

Americans have been celebrating Halloween for just as long as Thanksgiving, and longer than Independence Day. But while the costume-friendly, sugar-filled holiday feels timeless, the version celebrated today — in the

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Day of the Dead: The Holiday and Traditions, Explained

Before the dawn of Christianity, pagan worshippers in Ireland and England celebrated the coming winter solstice with a holiday called Samhain, commemorated between October 31 and November 2. On the

7 Famous Jewels Throughout History

Whether they’re strung around the neck of a Hollywood celebrity or set in a royal crown, famous gems inspire awe and envy. Throughout history, brilliant baubles have symbolized outrageous

5 winter holidays that aren’t Christmas

Skip to main content PostsDraftPublishEvery year it seems like Christmas is getting earlier and earlier. Advertisements for shopping deals and gift ideas start to rear their ugly heads as early

Why a Marathon is 26.2 Miles — and Other Facts About the Ancient Footrace

There’s no greater runner’s high than the feeling of crossing a marathon finish line — a culmination of months of training and dedication to put the human body through

The History of Puzzles, From Tangrams to Jigsaw

Puzzles are seeing a resurgence. Faced with shelter-in-place mandates in early 2020, many people locked inside realized they had limited ways to occupy themselves, so they reached for a childhood

Games that go back centuries

From the dawn of time up until about fifty years ago, people didn’t have TV, the internet or computers to pass the time in some enjoyable way. Instead of

5 winter holidays that aren’t Christmas

Every year it seems like Christmas is getting earlier and earlier. Advertisements for shopping deals and gift ideas start to rear their ugly heads as early as October. Every other

A Brief History of Fast Food in America

Let’s be honest: There are very few smells, tastes, and textures as saliva-inducing as a batch of fast-food french fries straight from the fryer. The hot, crisp, salty potato

How McDonald's took over the world

Skip to main content PostsDraftPublishSome say they love it, some say they hate it, and those raking in megabucks through franchises certainly say I’m Lovin’ It. Whatever your opinion

21 Extremely Heartwarming Things That Happened in 2021

While 2021 was filled with unexpected challenges and hardships, there were also waves of hope and resilience that helped us navigate our new realities. In the midst of it all,

8 Things You Might Not Know About the U.S. Constitution

The United States Constitution is one of the most famous documents in history. The landmark papers are the culmination of four months of vigorous debate at the 1787 Constitutional Convention

7 Surprising Facts About “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”

The black dress. The pearls. The oversized sunglasses. The extra-long cigarette holder. The tiara. There are very few movie images that are as timeless as Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at

8 of TV’s Most Memorable Theme Songs

It’s been said that we live in a golden age of television due to the plethora of high-quality programs available to watch on cable and streaming services. That may

7 Thanksgiving Celebrations Around the World

Americans are well versed in the so-called history of Thanksgiving, said to have kicked off with a shared, much-debated feast between the Plymouth colonists and native Wampanoag tribe in 1621.

3 of the most prolific authors you may never have heard of

In the publishing world, there is a case to made for a balance of quality and quantity. Readers should eagerly await the next release from their favorite author, thrilled with

Does lucid dreaming actually work?

Dreams can be fun, scary, boring or just plain weird. Sometimes, you realize that you’re dreaming while you’re still in the dream and can pretty much do or

3 Beautiful Alaskan Islands You Have To See

Island hopping in Alaska? Yes, you can! It might not be tropical, but it doesn’t make it any less beautiful. Alaskan islands are some of the most pristine places

Greek Gods You've Never Heard Of

The influences of ancient Greece on European civilizations are innumerable. From art and architecture to politics and philosophy, much of the foundation of the modern world was laid in ancient

12 Chilling Facts About Snow

The magic of winter is best captured in a winter wonderland covered with a perfect blanket of snow. While the grandeur of the scenery is enough to warm your heart,

6 Countries With Unusual National Animals

Did you know there are at least eight countries around the world with an eagle as their national animal? There’s only one country, however, that honors the Dodo bird.