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The strange, forgotten reason so many movies have that ‘all characters are fictitious’ disclaimer

Nobody had Rasputin on their bingo card.

Heather Wake – 4/29/2026

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13-year-old’s unique ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ rendition was so impressive it even wowed Queen

Dwayne Johnson, fatherhood, parenting, newborn, kangaroo care

Why Dwayne Johnson’s advice for new dads comes down to one simple thing: take off your shirt

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How women in fake beards made one of the most iconic scenes in ‘Lord of the Rings’ history

California brought back beavers for the first time in 70 years, and the results are already amazing

Native wisdom and ancient rock paintings save the day.

Kat Hong – 09/25/25

California brought back beavers for the first time in 70 years, and the results are already amazing — Checking in on California's beaver project.

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Trendy ‘grandma showers’ get a lot of flack online, but when can they be a good thing?

Heather Wake – 9/30/2025

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Legendary 2000s pop punk band fights the ticket monopoly with throwback ‘house party’ tour

Evan Porter – 5/27/2025

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Artist makes everyday spaces magical by cleverly adding pixelated, old-school pop-culture icons

Tod Perry & Upworthy Staff – 2/5/2025

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High school teacher gives his students a pop quiz on 90s slang words and it was ‘on fleek’

Heather Wake – 3/6/2025

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‘Wheel of Fortune’ fan conducts wild 6-year study and finds bizarre pattern with male contestants

Heather Wake – 4/28/2026

Nate Bergatze as George Washington on Saturday Night Live

Nate Bargatze reveals the true story behind his legendary George Washington SNL sketch

Heather Wake & Upworthy Staff – 4/28/2026

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Debunking doesn’t stop misinformation online. But researchers found ‘pre-bunking’ can.

Tod Perry & Upworthy Staff – 4/28/2026

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If you struggle with small talk, a simple acronym can make it a lot less painful

Tod Perry & Upworthy Staff – 4/27/2026

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Woman discovers her husband’s been leaving love notes in her shoes for over six years

Tod Perry & Upworthy Staff – 4/27/2026

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