The world has lost one of its most remarkable voices for animals and the environment. Dame Jane Morris Goodall, the pioneering primatologist, anthropologist, and conservationist, has passed away at the age of 91 while on a speaking

Few films can boast the kind of legacy held by The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Still in limited release in 2025—half a century after its debut—it holds the title of the longest-running theatrical release in film history.

Happy National Coffee Day! For many of us, the day doesn’t officially begin until we’ve had that first sip of coffee. In the U.S., we often call it a “cup of Joe”—but where did that nickname come

On July 29, 1981, the world tuned in for what was hailed as the “wedding of the century.” A staggering 750 million viewers across the globe watched as Charles, Prince of Wales, married Lady Diana Spencer at

On this day in 1906, President Theodore Roosevelt made history by designating Devils Tower in Wyoming as the very first national monument. Rising 1,267 feet above the plains of northeastern Wyoming, this striking butte has long captivated

On this day in 1846, astronomers officially discovered Neptune—the eighth and farthest known planet in our Solar System. Unlike the other planets, Neptune wasn’t first spotted with the naked eye or through regular telescopic observations. Instead, it

Today marks the autumnal equinox, the official first day of fall! While we often think of it as a full-day event, the equinox is actually just a single moment in time. This year, it happened at 2:19

When you open a fresh box of crayons, that familiar waxy smell and burst of color probably takes you right back to childhood. But did you know the name Crayola actually means “oily chalk”? Crayola started out

Happy Throwback Thursday! Our throwback year this week is 1974. That year, television audiences were introduced to a show that would become one of the most beloved family dramas of all time: Little House on the Prairie.

On this day in 1630, English Puritan settlers founded Boston, naming it after the market town of Boston in Lincolnshire, England. Nearly four centuries later, the city has grown into not only the capital and most populous

The world lost one of its greatest cinematic legends with the passing of Robert Redford, who died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Sundance, Utah, at the age of 89. Actor, director, producer, activist, and

Last night, television’s brightest stars gathered for the Emmy Awards—a tradition that celebrates the artistry and technical brilliance of the TV industry. While the Primetime Emmy Awards and the Daytime Emmy Awards tend to dominate headlines, the

It’s another Fun Fact Friday! Today’s fun fact: Ketchup was once sold as medicine! That’s right—the beloved condiment on your fries and burgers has a surprising history that spans continents, cultures, and even pharmacies. From Fish Sauce to

In February 1988, television history was made when America’s Most Wanted premiered on Fox. What started as a bold idea, inspired by the British series Crimewatch, soon became one of America’s most impactful crime-fighting tools. The concept

If you know more than a few people with September birthdays, you’re not imagining things—September 9 is the most common birthday in the United States. With so many birthday candles being blown out today, it’s the perfect

September 8th marks Star Trek Day, a celebration of one of the most influential franchises in pop culture history. While the series only ran for three seasons from 1966 to 1969, its legacy was secured by the

We’re starting a new feature today I’m calling Fun Fact Friday! When you think of animals with painful stings, creatures like scorpions, bees, or jellyfish usually come to mind. But one of the most surprising—and painful—stings in

Happy Throwback Thursday! Today our throwback year is 1977, the year The Love Boat premiered on ABC! On September 24, 1977, ABC set sail on a television journey that would last nearly a decade: The Love Boat.

Today is Skyscraper Day, a celebration of innovation, engineering, and the bold visionaries who changed the shape of modern cities. The date honors the birthday of Louis H. Sullivan, often called the “father of skyscrapers.” What Counts

September is more than just the ninth month of the year—it’s a month filled with history, natural beauty, and fascinating quirks. The name September comes from the Latin word septem, meaning “seven.” That’s because in the oldest

Happy Throwback Thursday! Today, our throwback year is 1972, the year HBO launched! When HBO flipped the switch in 1972, no one could have guessed just how much it would change television. Launched on November 8 of