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Cold opens occur in all kinds of movies and television series, allowing the viewer to jump into the action from the start. Plenty of TV shows do this to hilarious effect, with Saturday Night Live and other comedies mastering cold opens long ago. In films, a good cold open can kick off the action, establish

The Olympic Games, a grand stage where athletic prowess meets the spirit of international competition, have not been without their share of controversies. Over the years, decisions made within this arena have sparked debates, altered careers, and even impacted international relations. From the geopolitical tensions that led to widespread boycotts to individual scandals shaking the

Hollywood actors who found fame on the large screen or the small one weren’t always famous and successful throughout their entire lives. Well, unless they were child stars, that is. But for the ones who came into acting fame in adulthood—in their 20s and 30s and sometimes even later—they had to find a way to

Beanie Babies are iconic. Even after the mid-1990s craze, these tiny stuffed animals are still considered rare and perfect children’s toys. But how much do you know about the company that makes them? What about the man who invented them? Turns out he’s a pretty eccentric dude. So here are the top 10 crazy facts

Writing fan fiction is not a modern phenomenon. Ancient authors created works that can be considered fan fiction. The Heroides of Ovid, Virgil’s Aeneid, and much of Greek tragedy were creative elaborations of an original source. The Bible’s rich cast of characters and stories is an inviting gold mine for later Jewish and Christian writers

Asia as a whole is often viewed as a mystical, exotic place in the West. Those of us who don’t happen to live there, ignoring the fact that the majority of the world does, see it as a continent defined by lovely vacation spots, beautiful nature, fascinating history, and many odd myths and legends. Asia,

We are so used to the seemingly universal American Humane Association (AHA) declaration that “No animals were harmed in the making of this movie” that most of us take it for granted that this remains the case across all films designed for mainstream consumption. Not so. In fact, there is a storied history of instances

There’s nothing quite as sexy as a weekend away, free of work stress, soccer games, and inhibitions. And if you’re dying to channel your inner Christian Grey, you’ll want to add a few special stops to your vacation plans. From Tokyo’s vibrant streets to Cancun’s tranquil shores, these locales call to the curious and welcome

Ah, pizza. Few foods bring as much nearly universal love as pizza. Dough, cheese, and tomato sauce, and then we can go ahead and debate the toppings until the end of time. (Count one vote from me for good ol’ fashioned pepperoni and sausage, thanks!) Like many things in this world, pizza may seem simple.

Television has never been as popular as it is today. A post-pandemic world has left viewers salivating for binge-worthy shows, and lots of them. In many modern series, episodic storytelling has replaced a single story arc per season. An often heartbreaking consequence of these longer and more profound stories is that some characters don’t make

Humans have a long history of trying to predict when and how the world will end. While many predictions that failed to come true are widely known, such as Y2K and 2012, the reactions of the people who really believed in them are not, except for a few cases of doomsday cults. But cult members

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is well known for creating the famous character Sherlock Holmes and has thus become, like Holmes, a name known by everyone on the planet. His famed character became truly larger than life and has inspired countless stories and characters. However, Doyle was far more than just Holmes or even the spiritualist

I’m sure you all wish you had a little spot, a room, a boat, or a basement where nobody could find you and you could outrun your problems. Perhaps you envision something that resembles a man cave with a bar, sports flags, and cable television. Maybe a massage chair with a humidifier and some scented

Ever stumbled upon a contract that made you do a double take? We’ve all heard of the usual clauses like payment terms and delivery schedules, but what about the downright bizarre stuff? Get ready to dive into the world of the ten strangest clauses people have included in contracts. From the wacky to the downright

We know quite a bit about the natural world, and we learn more and more every year. Scientists trek all over the globe to learn about animal behavior, ecosystems, weather tendencies, climate issues, migration patterns, and more. Their collective knowledge grows with each passing year thanks to the painstaking observations of wildlife biologists and other

Could we BE any more excited to dive into the world of Chandler Bing’s ten greatest hits? Prepare for sarcasm, awkwardness, and a dash of Chandler’s signature wit. From the Yemen ruse in season 4 to the iconic “The One with the Proposal” double whammy in season 6, we’ve got the cream of the Chandler

When their fingers are throbbing and their speech stutters as they are overcome with bouts of shivering, people might wonder why they almost never see animals suffering the same way during the winter. It is true that many animals fare better in freezing temperatures than humans, but it is not all insulation and hibernation. In

Money has always been a worry for people… and when they need it but don’t have it, some people may resort to supernatural means to make ends meet! Related: 10 Evil Winter-Dwelling Beasts From Folklore 10 Jambhala Some people pray for money, and in some places, that might work. In Tibet, there is an actual

The space race is back like never before. National agencies and private companies are competing to explore the cosmos. Many are planning long-haul missions to Mars, jostling to be the first to set foot on the red planet. But flying to Mars would take years. One of the questions currently puzzling space agencies is how

Controversy is like a spicy seasoning in the dish of life. We can’t resist diving into topics that make our blood boil and our voices rise. Whether huddled around a dinner table or scrolling through heated online forums, certain subjects have a knack for igniting passionate discussions. Join us as we venture into some seriously