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Merriam-Webster Dictionary Adds 1,400 New Words, Including Looksmaxxing and Trash Panda

Wren Corvayne — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:11:32 -0400

If your vocabulary includes “looksmaxxing,” “cuffing season” and “trash panda,” congratulations: You’re now speaking dictionary-approved English.

Where Is the Oldest Church in the World?

Lena Thaywick — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:12:01 -0400

Identifying the oldest church in the world sounds simple until you ask what counts as a church. Is it the earliest surviving room where Christians worshipped, the oldest building constructed specifically as a church or the oldest church that remains active today?

8 Animals That Hunt Humans Under Extreme Circumstances

Nico Avelle — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:06:26 -0400

Humans aren't the preferred meal for most predators, but a handful of animals that hunt humans have been documented treating people as prey. That distinction matters. An animal that attacks a human while defending its young or territory isn't necessarily hunting.

Meet the Tilcayo, the Tiny Wild Cat That Just Debuted

Nico Avelle — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:46:33 -0400

A small, spotted cat from Bolivia has been hiding in plain sight. Known locally as the tilcayo, the animal was once assumed to be a familiar type of South American tiger cat. Genetic research now shows that it belongs to a previously unrecognized species.

Who's the Oldest NFL player Ever?

Isla Brevant — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:12:01 -0400

The oldest NFL player ever was George Blanda, who was 48 when he finished his remarkable 26-season career in 1975. Blanda lasted so long partly because he could do two jobs: He played quarterback and served as a placekicker.

7 Plants That Attract Snakes (For Better or Worse)

Elena Tralwyn — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:06:01 -0400

If you're wondering about plants that attract snakes, there's an important point to understand first: Snakes generally aren't seeking out particular flowers or plants because they enjoy their scent. What attracts snakes is usually the habitat that vegetation creates.

9 Animals That Migrate Tens of Thousands of Miles

Nico Avelle — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:12:01 -0400

From tiny insects to enormous whales, animals that migrate make some of the longest and most demanding journeys in the natural world. Migration is the regular or seasonal movement of animals from one habitat to another, often to find food, reach breeding grounds or escape harsh weather.

The Oldest Woman to Give Birth Had Twins

Wren Corvayne — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:06:01 -0400

Erramatti Mangamma of India, who was reported to be 74 when she delivered twin girls in 2019, has been widely reported as the oldest woman to give birth. She became pregnant through in vitro fertilization (IVF) using donor eggs and delivered the twins by caesarean section.

7 Snakes That Stay Small (And Dare We Say, Cuddly?)

Nico Avelle — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:12:01 -0400

If you want a pet reptile without devoting half a room to its enclosure, snakes that stay small offer plenty of options. Many smaller species reach only 2 to 4 feet (0.6 to 1.2 meters) as adults, and some remain considerably shorter.

9 Jobs Working With Animals: Vet, Trainer, Conservation Officer and More

Jasper Merrenor — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:06:01 -0400

If you're an animal lover considering your career goals, jobs working with animals extend far beyond veterinary medicine. People build careers caring for pets, protecting wildlife, conducting research, managing livestock and even developing specialized animal nutrition plans.

How to Register to Vote in the United States

Lena Thaywick — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:53:07 -0400

Registering to vote is the first step toward casting a ballot in most U.S. elections. Although federal elections take place nationwide, voter registration is administered by states and local jurisdictions. That means deadlines, identification requirements and registration methods depend on where you live.

8 Animals That Mate for Life and Look Adorable Together

Nico Avelle — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:12:01 -0400

Some animals that mate for life form partnerships that can last years or even decades. But animal monogamy isn't quite the same thing as a human relationship. Scientists distinguish between animals that remain socially bonded and those that reproduce exclusively with one partner.

The Oldest Building in the World Dates Back 11,000 Years

Lena Thaywick — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:06:01 -0400

Finding the oldest building in the world isn't as straightforward as checking a construction date. Archaeologists have discovered ancient buildings ranging from houses and tombs to temples and monuments, and experts don't always agree on what qualifies as a "building."

12 Snakes That Don’t Bite (Ideal Pets for Snake-loving Kids)

Nico Avelle — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:12:01 -0400

If you're searching for snakes that don't bite, you're probably looking for species that are calm, gentle and unlikely to resort to striking. No snake comes with a zero-bite guarantee, but several non venomous species tend to avoid biting humans and make great pets when bred in captivity.

The Oldest MLB Team Hasn't Missed a Season Since 1871

Isla Brevant — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:06:01 -0400

Defining the oldest MLB team depends on exactly what "oldest" means. Several MLB teams can make a historical claim based on when they were founded, when they joined a major league or how continuously they have operated.

When Was the Biggest Earthquake in California?

Grant Virellan — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:12:01 -0400

California has experienced plenty of powerful earthquakes, but the biggest earthquake in California depends somewhat on how we interpret events that occurred before modern seismic instruments. Among the state's historical earthquakes, the 1857 Fort Tejon earthquake ranks among the largest, with an estimated magnitude of 7.9.

8 Worst Marvel Movies You'll Want to Skip Before 'Avengers: Doomsday'

Isla Brevant — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:06:01 -0400

With dozens of interconnected superhero movies on the big screen, identifying the worst Marvel movies is bound to start an argument. One fan's overstuffed disappointment is another fan's comfort movie.

What Year Was the Worst Hurricane in Florida?

Grant Virellan — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:12:01 -0400

Florida has been hit by so many destructive tropical cyclones that choosing the worst hurricane in Florida depends on what "worst" means. The 1935 Labor Day Hurricane holds the state's record for landfall intensity by central pressure. The 1928 Okeechobee Hurricane produced Florida's deadliest hurricane disaster, while Hurricane Ian became its costliest.

Oxana Malaya, a Girl Raised by Dogs (Really)

Wren Corvayne — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:06:01 -0400

Oxana Malaya became internationally known because of an extraordinary childhood account: For several years, the Ukrainian girl reportedly lived much of her life among dogs after experiencing severe neglect at a very young age. She learned dog-like behaviors, including barking, growling and moving on all fours.

Everything Apple Announced Today — and How Much of It Is Actually New

Grant Virellan — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:24:49 -0400

Apple’s Sept. 9, 2026, “Surprise and Shine” event brought new iPhones, Apple Watches and AirPods — plus the company’s first folding phone. But “first for Apple” and “first in the technology industry” are two very different things.