When Taylor Muhl, a California-based singer, asked a doctor to investigate the birthmark that demarcated the left side of her torso, she wondered what role…
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In at least 22 states and portions of Canada, deer are dying from a neurological disease that has some people talking about a zombie deer-pocalypse.…
The precursor to the Winter Olympic Games was held in 1901, just five years after the first Summer Olympic Games in 1896. Known then as…
If you’ve ever considered applying to law school, or know someone who has, then you’ve likely heard of the LSAT. The Law School Admission Test…
Have you ever been asked to keep a secret? Or confided in someone, only to beg them not to tell? You’re not alone. According to…
Ah, poisoning. It’s a tried-and-true trope for television, film and novel. But all the imagined scenarios pale in comparison to what actually happened in history…
The ancient Greeks found nudity both practical and pleasant, and wore draped garments that could be thrown off within seconds if the need arose. They…
During the final month of the year — and often, much sooner — vast numbers of harvested trees begin their migration indoors, where they are…
When Fats Domino died at age 89 on Oct. 24, 2017, his death drew renewed attention to the connection between this music legend and Chubby…
Whether it’s dry shampoo or paint, we’re accustomed to shaking aerosol canisters before we spray them. So it’s only natural that when we pick up…