Origins
The Real Reason Pride Month Is Celebrated in June
Exploring Pride Month, including its origins, traditions and why it's celebrated every year during the month of June.
What Flowers Symbolize —Roses, Lily, Peony and Hibiscus Meanings Explained
Considered the "language of love" in Victorian times, flowers have had symbolic meanings throughout much of human history. While most are of a positive nature, some flowers have had more ominous meanings, such as disdain or treachery.
The History of Thanksgiving—Here's How the American Tradition Began
The origins of Thanksgiving can be traced back to harvest festivals, when the Pilgrims and Native Americans gave thanks for a bountiful harvest.
Hmong Meaning, History and Origins Explained As Sunisa Lee Wins Gold
Sunisa Lee, whose parents emigrated from Laos, is the first-ever Hmong American Olympic gymnast and gold medalist.
China Calls U.S. Probe Into COVID Lab Leak Theory 'Ridiculous Conspiracy'
China called the 90-day review an "attempt at political manipulation" and accused President Biden of getting in the way of an international effort to end the pandemic.
What Does Black Friday Mean? Origin, History and Why It Starts the Shopping
Despite resistance from retailers, the name has been used to describe the start to the holiday shopping season for nearly 60 years.
Celebrate National Pretzel Day by Learning the History of This Tasty Treat
There are many disputed origins of the pretzel, which symbolizes a number of different things throughout the world.
Twitter Just Found Out How Triscuits Got Their Name And It's 'Shocking'.
The riveting story of the cracker's Niagra Falls origins.
The Origin Stories of Your Favorite Halloween Monsters
From Haitian slaves to rare blood disorders and hallucinogenic plants, the mythologies of zombies, witches, vampires and werewolves are surprisingly complex.
What is Holi? Facts About the Festival of Colors 2019
In the modern era, the festival includes a bonfire and the throwing of bright powders. But critics warn it has a dark side.
'Watchmen' Gets First Sign of Life at HBO
Damon Lindelof remembers back to a central motif of the original graphic novel.
Where Did April Fools' Day Come From? Holiday Origins
The origins of April Fools' Day, a holiday celebrated by playing tricks on people and spreading hoaxes, are shrouded in mystery and lost to history. But there are a few good theories of how and why the first of April became a day of impish delight.
2020 Census Will Ask About White Origins
2020 Census form will ask "white" people to elaborate on ethnicity but does not expand questions for people who identify as Hispanic, Middle Eastern, or North African"
Seven Shows and Movies to Watch This Week
Don't miss "The Handmaid's Tale," "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" and Bill Nye's new show.
Space Ace Frehley in a Groove Exploring Musical Origins
"Origins Vol. 1" features Slash, Lita Ford, Paul Stanley on tracks by Thin Lizzy, the Troggs, Free and more.