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Street food is a cultural experience wrapped in a delicious parcel. From the streets of Bangkok to the alleys of Tokyo, every corner of the world boasts its own culinary gems. Some street foods stand out among the various options for their unique flavors, textures, and cultural significance. Here are ten street foods worth traveling

Cats already have a mysterious reputation. They slip around corners, disappear at night, and hold their thoughts close to their furry chests. However, recent studies revealed that cats are more unusual than we ever thought possible. From uncontrolled purring to cats that glow in the dark, here are ten of the most bizarre feline discoveries.

In the quest to reignite the flames of romance, couples often seek solace in memorable getaways. Whether nestled in the heart of bustling cities or surrounded by nature’s tranquility, these destinations offer the perfect canvas for rekindling love. From secluded beach retreats to charming mountain hideaways, embark on a journey to discover the ten best

Valentine’s Day is a day unlike any other that pops up in the calendar if you are lucky in love. Or perhaps even if you are unlucky in love and are unfairly reminded of your forever-single status. But we hope that’s not the case! We hope Valentine’s Day celebrations of the past and present have

Mercury is an interesting planet. The first planet orbiting our star, the Sun, Mercury has been largely ignored in the public eye over planets like Mars. However, recent information gathered from the MESSENGER space probe indicates that Mercury may be just as fascinating as Mars, if not more so. If NASA or other space agencies

Ever since the publication of Umberto Eco’s The Name of the Rose, a murder mystery set in the Middle Ages, the medieval detective story has grown in popularity. There were no detectives in our modern sense during the Middle Ages, of course. However, the idea of the protagonist relying solely on observation, experience, and knowledge

For about as long as humans have been putting things on their feet, they have also been taking them off and throwing them. Often, they are aiming at each other, as many politicians have found out over the years. Still, while the act of shoe throwing is probably best known today as a form of

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