In 1975, “Bohemian Rhapsody” became an instant classic. While countless covers (from The Muppets to Glee) have paid tribute to what’s considered one of rock’s most enduring anthems, Queen has never authorized a translation of the song — until now. Fifty years after the single was released, a new version is delighting fans, this time […]
The Titanic sank on April 15, 1912, after striking an iceberg in the North Atlantic Ocean. The ship was one of the largest luxury ocean liners ever built and had been proclaimed “unsinkable” — making the disaster all the more shocking. As it lay in its final resting place on the ocean floor, the ship
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Guinness World Records is celebrating 70 years by recognizing some of the quirkiest and most jaw-dropping achievements from over the decades — and asking the public to go for the institution’s unclaimed titles.
Eighteen-year-old Ella Woodland’s pet rats have a knack for artistic expression, and by guiding them to paint mini masterpieces, she’s helping their talents flourish. There’s a little something in this project for Woodland, too: She’s made around $2,600 to date selling the pieces online.
Bucket hats are all the rage at the moment, but 2,000 years ago, ancient Romans were also donning a version of this modern trend to shield their faces from the sun — and visitors to England’s Bolton museum will get to see just how similar they look. Only three of these historic hats have been found, and one has recently been restored and put on display.
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From a distance, renderings of an air traffic control tower that will begin construction later this year bear a striking resemblance to the titular robot in WALL-E — up close, it looks like it could blend right in to any sci-fi movie. You might expect a tower like this to loom over an airport in
If you’re searching for a new place to call home — or just daydreaming on Zillow — WalletHub’s latest report might help whittle down the options. To find the best of the best U.S. states to live in, the site’s experts analyzed 51 data-driven indicators of livability, including housing costs, health care, safety, income growth,
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The shift from summer vacation to going back to school can be tough for children and their families. Beyond adjusting to new routines, the transition requires handling a mix of emotions. While some kids might feel excited about new teachers and classmates, others may experience anxiety, sadness or uncertainty about the upcoming school year.
Downtown San Francisco’s iconic Market Street is steeped in history and culture, but has been in decline in recent years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, an increase in remote work, and the controversial decision to close it to private vehicles. So in April, Mayor Daniel Lurie released a video address announcing a contest to redesign
At its heart, pizza is deceptively simple. Made from just a few humble ingredients — baked dough, tangy sauce, melted cheese and maybe a few toppings — it might seem like a perfect candidate for the kind of mass-produced standardization that defines many global food chains, where predictable menus reign supreme.
