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The difference between bugs and insects comes down to more than just semantics. Both terms have scientific definitions.
2023-07-28 03:18

A Brief History of SPAM
From Monty Python to Minnesota's SPAM Museum, this little packaged luncheon meat has a big cultural footprint.
2023-07-28 03:17

For clergy abuse survivors, Sinead O'Connor's protest that offended so many was brave and prophetic
In 1992, Sinéad O’Connor destroyed a photo of Pope John Paul II on U.S. national television
2023-07-28 00:25

10 Facts About Black Widow Spiders
Black widow venom is about 15 times as potent as a rattlesnake's, yet these charismatic spiders generally aren't a threat to humans.
2023-07-28 00:17

Five top dance companies give NY fans a treat at free outdoor festival founded during pandemic
Occasionally, the best things in life really are free — especially if you’re a dance fan in New York, where some of the world’s best dancers are performing at a free festival under the stars
2023-07-27 06:56

What Is Baby Corn, Anyway?
A baby corn plant and a corn plant are one and the same.
2023-07-27 05:29

11 Fascinating Facts About the Frilled Shark
The eel-like shark is rarely seen by humans, but one was just found off the coast of Portugal.
2023-07-27 04:16

How to Write the Sound of a Kiss
In English we have a few different ways to write the sound of a kiss: muah, smack, xxx. They get the idea across, but none of them imitate the actual sound of a kiss.
2023-07-27 03:19

A National Monument Has Just Been Established to Honor Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley
Emmett Till’s murder—and his mother's fight for justice—will be recognized across three sites in two states.
2023-07-27 03:17

DeSantis appointees reach deal with Disney World's firefighters, capping years of negotiations
The board of Walt Disney World’s governing district now filled with Gov. Ron DeSantis appointees has approved a contract for its firefighters, ending years of contentious negotiations
2023-07-27 03:17

Whatever Happened to Vibrating Beds?
The buzzing mattresses used to be a staple of seedy motels everywhere. Then they disappeared.
2023-07-27 01:18

Universal Music Revenue Beats Estimates on Recorded Music Growth
The world’s largest music company Universal Music Group NV’s second-quarter revenue beat estimates, lifted by growth in recorded
2023-07-27 01:16
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