Kirstin Fawcett
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11 Facts About Sphynx Cats
With their angular faces, big ears, and smooth bodies, Sphynx cats are living (and purring) proof that there’s more to a kitty than its fur coat. → Read More
When Bram Stoker Adapted 'Dracula' for the Theater
For one of literature’s most enduring works, Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' didn’t receive much of a turnout when it was first adapted for the stage: A total of two people showed up. → Read More
50 Fascinating Facts About Cats
If you adore felines, you’re in good company: Many of history’s most famous figures—including Florence Nightingale, Pope Paul II, Mark Twain, and the Brontë sisters—all owned, and loved, cats. → Read More
What's the Difference Between Gophers and Groundhogs?
The short answer: a lot. → Read More
7 Useful Products With a Lifetime Guarantee
It's worth it to splurge on new stuff if you know it will last forever. Here are a few items that are guaranteed to last. → Read More
13 Fascinating Facts About Pallas’s Cats
The elusive, fluffy wildcat may be adorable, but they're not social animals. They don't even seem to like each other very much. → Read More
The Fascinating History Behind Why Jewish Families Eat Chinese Food on Christmas
As Gentiles feast on turkey and roast beef during the Yuletide season, why do many Jews opt for chop suey? While convenience is king, other ingredients play a part in this delicious story. → Read More
13 Fascinating Facts About Siamese Cats
Like most cat breeds, the Siamese’s true origins are cloaked in mystery. → Read More
7 Facts About Ragdoll Cats
The Ragdoll cat can be described in three words: big, beautiful, and friendly. → Read More
Orson Welles's War of the Worlds Broadcast Might Not Have Caused Mass Panic
It was 80 years ago that a radio broadcast caused the public to panic ... but did it really? → Read More
What to Put in Your Go-Bag in Case of an Emergency
It’s always a smart idea to prepare for the worst while still hoping for the best. → Read More
11 Amazing Hotels for Book Lovers
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10 Nice Things You Can Do for Your Cat
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England Copied Its Teatime Customs from Queen Catherine of Braganza
Royals have always been trendsetters. → Read More
5 Recipes From Little Red Velvette, a New Prince-Inspired Cookbook
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12 People You May Not Have Known Were Olympians
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11 Secrets of Book Conservators
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15 Foods You Didn't Know Could Come in Cans
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11 African American Inventors Who Changed the World
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Why Subliminal Messaging Doesn't Work (Unless You Want It To)
Hidden advertisements probably aren't causing your soda cravings. → Read More