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Why Do People Say 'Bless You' When You Sneeze?
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Why do we say "bless you" when there is a sneeze? Learn about the history and meaning behind bless you, the sneeze and gesundheit.
What is contagious shooting?
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Police fired 50 shots at three apparently unarmed men in a car leaving a bachelor party in New York this weekend, and investigators still aren't sure why.
How Men Work
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The idea that men are better at math and science than women are is one of many stereotypes that doesn't hold up well under scientific scrutiny. Learn exactly what makes men different from women and find out whether other common perceptions about men are accurate.
How Women Work
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If you believe what you see on TV, women are inscrutable, conniving, hysterical and apt to change their minds without reason or warning.
Christmas Songs
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Christmas songs range from traditional carols to fun secular music. Get lyrics and free, printable sheet music for your favorite Christmas songs here.
Christmas Stories: 'A Christmas Carol'
'A Christmas Carol' is a classic Christmas story that never fails to entertain. Reacquaint yourself with Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Crachit, and Tiny Tim.
Is there genocide happening in Darfur?
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The Darfur region of Sudan has been in a state of crisis since 2003. Whether what's going on qualifies as genocide is a point of international debate. Learn why.
How to Carve a Pumpkin
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This guide will give you a good idea of how to carve jack-o'-lanterns in a variety of sizes and styles using a range of techniques.
What is the true meaning of jihad?
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A recently declassified U.S. government study says the Iraq war has become a uniting cause for 'Muslim jihadists.' What really is a jihad?
How Street Gangs Work
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According to a 2005 report by the Department of Justice, there are at least 21,500 gangs and more than 731,000 active gang members in the United States. Learn how and why street gangs form.