How the White House Uses USPS to Send Classified Material
Despite concerns raised by President Donald Trump that the U.S. Postal Service isn't up to the task of handling mail-in voting, agencies and contractors across the federal government already trust the USPS with classified material.
Japanese Haunted Drive-Through Makes Halloween Spooky Despite COVID
Getting attacked by zombies while in your car is one way to celebrate Halloween without risking the spread of the coronavirus.
Benjamin Black Elk—Mount Rushmore's Real Missing Fifth Face
Benjamin Black Elk fought for indigenous education and spread Lakota cultures and traditions, all while becoming one of the most photographed men in history.
How to Scare Off a Feral Hog Whether You're Naked or Not
Confrontations between wild pigs and humans are increasing, so we spoke to an expert for tips on what to do if you should encounter a wild boar in the wild.
We're Still Cheering On Piwi the Treadmill Kiwi, Ten Years Later
A kiwi with a broken leg had to return to a veterinary hospital after breaking his other leg shortly after release back into the wild. Piwi has had a tough few months.
Despite Hiroshima Polling Trends, Doubting the Bomb Isn't New
Polling showing more and more of the U.S. population disapproving of the destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by atomic bomb have become the basis for a generational narrative that obscures the long history of debate around the necessity of the carnage.
Anti-KKK Activist Daryl Davis Address MAGA and Police Racism in New Q&A
A Black blues pianist famous for patiently listening to KKK members and coaxing them away from racist beliefs addressed more mainstream forms of racism in a new Reddit AMA.
Perfect German Words Americans Need To Describe Summer 2020
It's almost become a cliche at this point: the Germans have a word for everything. It turns out they even have a term or two that perfectly describes the particular summer malaise brought about by the events of 2020.
What Has Rafael Nadal Said About His Decision Not to Play the US Open?
Despite speculation Rafael Nadal would attend the US Open, the current tournament champion announced Tuesday he would not travel to the U.S. to play.
Myrtle Beach Policing Latest in History of Women Targeted for Swimwear
Aerialist Sam Panda was handcuffed and detained by South Carolina police because of her thong bathing suit, the latest in a long history of policing women at the beach.
New York Ice Cream Shops React To Governor Cuomo's Boozy Dessert Law
Liquor is now allowed in ice cream in New York state. New legislation passed Monday will authorize ice cream makers in the state to mix spirits in with their frozen treats.
13 Metallica Lyrics to Celebrate James Hetfield's on His Birthday
While death and violence come in many forms across Metallica's lyrics, they are collectively reminders of our own mortality and the fate that awaits us all—and what could be more appropriate for a birthday?
Collector's Edition of 'Stardew Valley' Includes Gold-Foil Land Deed
A new physical edition of the beloved farm simulator will be released on Nintendo Switch and PC in November, alongside a collector's edition that will bring you closer than ever to life on your farm.
'The Expanse' Author Knows Season 5 Release Date, Discusses Series End
In response to questions posed over social media, James S.A. Corey delved into the future of the series and the possibilities of spinoffs or prequel stories.
How Disposable Trash Haulers May Become Orbital Outposts for the Pentagon
An attachable module to a spaceplane expected to make deliveries to the International Space Station may become the basis for a new class of miniature space station.
What Is the Conjunction of the Spheres That Leads to 'The Witcher' Prequel?
"The Witcher: Blood Origin" is an upcoming six-episode miniseries spinoff to the Netflix hit, but what is the fictional historical event that shaped Geralt's world?
Gather Samples From Legendary Animals in New 'Red Dead Online' Update
A new Role, or Frontier Pursuit, is coming to "Red Dead Online," allowing players to become naturalists that either conserve or shoot a whole new ecosystem of wild animals.
'Kingkiller Chronicle' Editor Believes Author Hasn't Written in Years
The editor of the "Kingkiller Chronicle" series recently shared her belief that author Patrick Rothfuss hasn't made much progress on Book 3, "The Doors of Stone," in recent years.
Marlins Home Opener Delayed as COVID Reportedly Spreads Among Players
After a Sunday game against the Philadelphia Phillies, multiple additional members of the Miami Marlins have reportedly tested positive for coronavirus.
20 Breathtaking Pictures of NEOWISE Captured Before It Passes
Photographs taken from around the world and even from space show the recently discovered comet NEOWISE.
Scan Yourself Into 'Evangelion' And Worry More About Angels Than Viruses
An amusement park miniature of Tokyo-3, the primary setting for "Neon Genesis Evangelion," not only reproduces sets from the landmark anime, but will let visitors apply for a miniaturized residency.
Are 'Cuomo Chips' the New 'Raines Sandwich' for Bars Struggling to Survive?
At the end of the 19th century New York bars served stale sandwiches to comply with the letter of the law. Now, under coronavirus restrictions from the office of Governor Andrew Cuomo, bars are looking for similar ways around new demands that they serve food.
Cuomo Defies Beastie Boys, Says New Yorkers Do NOT Fight For Right to Party
A Thursday briefing by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo included a reference to the Beastie Boys song "(You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party!)"
Narcissists and Psychopaths Are More Likely to Refuse to Wear Masks
Two new studies find links between Dark Triad personality traits and noncompliance with coronavirus restrictions, although the correlations are minor compared to factors other than personality.
9 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' Characters Who Appear in 'Legend of Korra'
"The Legend of Korra" will soon join "Avatar: The Last Airbender" on Netflix, but while the two series are set in the same world, which characters do they share?
NDAA Amendment Would Let Soldiers Use Cannabis Derivatives Like CBD
A new amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act regarding CBD is not the only pro-cannabis amendment to appear in the House version of the legislation.
Keynan Middleton and Other Baseball Players Kneel During National Anthem
The Angels relief pitcher kneeled in solidarity with Black Lives Matter protestors and was joined by MLB players from other teams.
The Viral Mark Cuban-Ted Cruz Fight Over the National Anthem, Explained
Senator Cruz and billionaire Cuban got in a Twitter fight, all because of a single-word tweet that Cuban aimed at an AM radio host.
The FDA Wants 10 Vape Companies to Ban Flavored E-Liquids
Numerous vape e-liquid flavors are likely to be pulled by retailers after the FDA sent warning letters against unauthorized and adulterated products, particularly those marketed toward young people.
What's a Deepfake and Why Exactly Are They So Dangerous?
Deepfakes of presidents are just the beginning of the possible dangers of video-morphing technology.