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From Blondie hits to Joni Mitchell classics, these songs address stalkers, nuclear war, and heartbreak under the cover of upbeat rock and roll.

The Backrooms began as an internet post on 4chan and are now the subject of an A24 movie. But why do they have such a hold on people's imaginations?

These literary legends never lived to see their books become global sensations.

Dopamine fasting probably doesn't work how you think it does--but there are still ways to get something out of it.

John Lennon's last words and final songs drive home the tragedy of his untimely death.

Eagle-eyed fans might've spotted a man's name appearing multiple times in the credits throughout the show's run.

"Say cheese!" sounds silly--but it turns out it might also be scientifically optimized for smiling.

From The Beatles to Oasis, these bands experienced a lot of drama behind the scenes while recording some of their most famous albums.

From the 1930s to the 2010s, some of these celebrity mugshots became just as memorable as the stars themselves.

Before fire trucks had sirens, firefighters relied on horses--and Dalmatians. Here's the surprisingly practical reason the spotted dogs became firehouse mascots.