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10 Mind-Blowing Facts About ‘The Godfather’

On the 44th anniversary of the premiere of director Francis Ford Coppola's masterpiece, we're making you an offer you can't...


50 Walt Disney Quotes That Will Inspire You to Dream Big

A visionary in the entertainment world, Walt Disney never stopped dreaming. Get inspired by his passion and imagination with Walt...


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7 Things Your Favorite Type of Music Can Predict About Your Personality

Which music genre says you're more creative, and which says you're selfish? Find out here.


This Is 40: Bizarre Factoids About the Number 40 You Never Knew

Science, religion, and literature all agree—you can always count on 40.


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21 Mind-Blowing ‘Back to the Future’ Facts for October 21, 2015

Today is the day Marty McFly and Doc Brown are due to show up from 1985. When they arrive, share...


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10 Joyous ‘Peanuts’ Quotes Guaranteed to Improve Your Day

Charles Schulz debuted his first-ever Peanuts comic strip on October 2nd, 1950, in nine newspapers around America. 65 years and...


56 Weird and Wonderful Facts about ‘The Wizard of Oz’

Since its release in 1939, the 'Wizard of Oz' is thought to be the most viewed film ever—and certainly one...


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9 Wise Quotes From Will Rogers That Are Absolutely Worth Memorizing

On August 15, 1935, the great humorist and truth sayer Will Rogers died in an airplane crash at the age...

19 Things You Never Knew About Harper Lee and ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’

Curious about the famously mysterious author of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and the forthcoming book 'Go Set a Watchman'? Here,...


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35 Breathtaking Poems About Nature That Reveal the Beauty of Our World

The world is filled with magic just waiting to be discovered. Start exploring with these mesmerizing poems about nature.


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10 Wise Quotes You Can Use to Stop an Argument In Its Tracks

Great thinkers speak the truth about the senselessness of squabbles.


100 Abraham Lincoln Quotes to Celebrate Presidents Day

These inspirational Abraham Lincoln quotes are just as relevant today as they were in his time


5 Geniuses with Serious Procrastination Problems

Have trouble making yourself begin a project? Don't worry: you're in brilliant company.


19 Facts About ‘The Sound of Music’ That Just Might Blow Your Mind

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the release of The Sound of Music, here are some little-known facts about...


5 Genius Ideas for Decorating Store-Bought Cookies

Look what you can do with a bag of grocery-aisle cookies and some creative (and easy) decorating tricks!


10 Stunning Examples of Native American Artistry

A major traveling exhibit showcases some of our country's most exquisite Native masterpieces, ranging from a 12th-century clay pipe to...


10 Empowering Quotes from Women in Politics

From diplomats to champions of democracy, these impressive women share timeless advice.

How Unhealthy Is Binge Watching? Press Pause, and Read On

Binge-watching might be worse for you than you think, according to the latest research, but here's what you can do...


There Was Once a Wolf Who Loved Too Much. And What Happened to Him Was a Crime.

One day in Alaska, a black wolf appeared in front of wildlife photographer Nick Jans. This is the story of...


Photo Contest Winners: How You See America

We received more than 1,200 reader entries for our Made in America photo contest; here are the 26 finalists.


My Love Story, Before Social Networks

The tale of a man who traveled across two countries and an ocean to follow the love of his life.


9 Famous People You’d Never Guess Were Introverts

Often characterized as being shy or quiet, introverts by definition concentrate on themselves, which might be harder for those who...


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18 of the Best Jobs for Introverts

You don't need to have a big personality to make a big impact in your career—and to earn a big...

10 Winston Churchill Quotes That Get You to the Corner Office

Kick your way to upper management with these quotes from the fierce British leader, who was born on November 30,...


The Best Life Advice Comes From the Muppets

It's not easy being green—but these wise words on life, love, and happiness will get you through the bad to...


What Pump-Up Songs Get Olympic Athletes Going?

Need a kick in the shorts? Team USA Winter Olympians explain how they get pumped to perform.


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Hidden Personality Traits Revealed Through Your Favorite Ice Cream Flavor

If you think ordering vanilla means you're boring, see how personality traits are linked to your favorite ice cream flavor.


5 Flash Mob Videos That Will Brighten Your Day

Sometimes all you need is a little spontaneous song and dance to make you smile. So here you go: The...


Animal Skulls Like You’ve Never Seen Them Before

It's easy to recognize a human head beneath its flesh, but some of these animal skulls might surprise you.