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22 of Shakespeare’s Best Insults That Still Sting Today

Just like his celebrated works, the Bard’s best insults have stood the test of time.


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The 1969 Documentary the Royal Family Doesn’t Want You to See

The documentary was a smash success with viewers—but shortly thereafter, it was ordered off the air, never to be seen...


The Surprisingly Awful Original Titles of 10 World-Famous Books

Maybe a rose by any other name would smell as sweet, but would you read "The Greasers" instead of "The...


15 Surprising Facts About Your Favorite Superheroes

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's...some pretty cool facts about the fictional crime fighters who have been entertaining audiences...


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Guess Which Came First: The Movie or the Play?

They may be on opposite coasts, but Hollywood and Broadway have always intermingled. With plays making their way to the...


What Your Zodiac Reveals About Your Health

Science may disagree, but astrologers believe that your zodiac sign an influence your condition. We spoke with professional astrologer Suzanne...


These Are Your Biggest Fears, According to Your Zodiac Sign

Learn how to make peace with your biggest fears and use them for your own benefit, no matter what your...


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This Is Why Meghan Markle Won’t Technically Be Called a Princess

The complicated, confusing issue of British royal titles—explained.


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The One Type of Cake Every British Royal Has Served at Their Wedding

That is, until Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.


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This Is the Official Menu for the Royal Wedding Reception

After Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's nuptials, the guests gathered at Windsor Castle for the reception, and the royal wedding...


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This Is How to Get Cast as Movie Extra

Get ready for your (small) big-screen debut.


10 Signs You’re an Ambivert (Hint: You Probably Are)

Not totally sure where you fall on the personality spectrum? Here are some key traits that suggest you might be...


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12 Times the Royal Family Broke Their Own Protocol

Just a reminder that the royals are human like the rest of us.


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20 Cheeky Gifts Every Royal Family Fanatic Will Love

When it comes to finding a special something for your friend who studied abroad in London or your sister who...


The Most Expensive Books in the World

Read this the next time you're tempted to complain about the price of hardcovers at Barnes & Noble.


The Perk of Buying Books at the Airport No One Knows About

Want to pick up that new bestseller at the airport bookstore but don't want to spend the money? This will...

13 Small Changes That Can Make You Instantly Happier at Home

Here's how to improve your state of mind—by improving the state of your home


9 Scientific Explanations for Your Weird Reading Habits

We’re looking at you, page sniffers and back-to-front flippers! What type of reader are you?


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29 Funny Mom Quotes That Will Have You Cry-Laughing

Silence isn't golden... it's suspicious, say all moms everywhere. These funny mom quotes will have you smiling even through the...


15 Impressive Words You Can Learn from Disney Songs

If you say them loud enough, you'll always sound precocious!


Are These the World’s 7 Funniest Paintings?

Laugh along on a guided tour of history's best-painted puns.


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15 Facts You Never Knew About Past Royal Weddings

Learn all the slip-ups and secret messages.

13 of the Most Controversial Books of All Time

Despite the heated controversy surrounding these lightning-rod books, they continue to live on in hearts, minds, and libraries around the...


14 Times Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Broke Royal Protocol

The power couple is taking the world by storm with their fairytale romance, but when it comes to their engagement,...


13 Funny Retirement Quotes to Celebrate the Milestone

To welcome your pal or loved one to the golden years, consider these funny retirement quotes to articulate your sentiment


10 Outrageous Tree Houses You’ll Want in Your Backyard

Have your head in the clouds? These fantastical structures are just the place to visit.


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What Your Face Shape Could Be Saying About Your Personality

It's not an exact science, but you may be able to learn a lot about someone's personality just from their...


This Is the Kind of Parent You’ll Be, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

The way you handle your kids depends on your birth date. Learn how to maximize the strengths and minimize the...