Surprise: Milky Way wasn’t named after our home galaxy. Let’s take a brief stroll down the etymological candy aisle and discover how these confections got named.
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Haven‘t picked a costume yet? Get some inspiration from this list.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Tales of Dunk and Egg, the ‘Game of Thrones’ prequel novellas that inspired HBO’s upcoming adaptation.
King’s sophomore novel left out a scene deemed too horrific to leave in.
The original’s July 1982 release date was selected just to mess with an ex-employee.
The belief in real-life vampires predates Bram Stoker’s legendary novel ‘Dracula.’
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Historical cures for insomnia were sketchy at best and outright dangerous at worst. Fortunately, modern medicine has discovered a few techniques that can help those suffering from insomnia.
Which plant is most-searched in your state?
You might see some old favorites on the list—but other shows might surprise you.
Eggs and bacon might be your go-to, but that‘s not the case for everyone.
You can use vinegar to clean some household items—but not all. Read on to avoid potentially costly mistakes.
See which pet costumes people are most excited for this Halloween.
If you held on to an original copy of “Super Mario 64” from the 1990s, you could be rich.
Whether you’re religious or just a fan of monumental architecture, visiting a cathedral can be an awe-inspiring experience. Here are 11 masterpieces worth the journey.
The parks offer thrill seekers, ghost hunters, and the brave alike another reason to visit.
See how America’s most-searched pumpkin-flavored items vary by region.
Take your shindig to even spookier heights with these haunting snacks.
It seems like virtually everything Stephen King has ever written has made it to the screen. As these seven books prove, that's not quite true.
Medicine has evolved dramatically over the last century, but that doesn’t mean unexplainable medical anomalies have disappeared. We’re covering a few of them in the latest episode of The List Show.
The groundbreaking primatologist changed our understanding of what it means to be human.
For hikers who crave a little frisson of fear with their outdoor experience, these allegedly haunted trails and footpaths offer more than just crisp air and casual ascents.