10 Facts About Mithradates VI, the “Poison King” of Ancient Pontus
Upon his return to Pontus, which was likely welcomed by those who remained loyal to his father, Mithradates VI had his mother ...
Danish-Swedish Farmdog Gains Full Recognition From the American Kennel Club
The Danish-Swedish farmdog has recently gained admittance to the American Kennel Club ( AKC ), an nationally-recognized ...
When the Guy Behind “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” Wrote a Song About Cannibalism
Rupert Holmes is responsible for one giant hit, 1979’s “Escape (The Piña Colada Song),” that might make your mouth water—especially if you like the titular tropical beverage (or getting caught in the ...
Otters Are Keeping Invasive Crabs Under Control in Monterey Bay
A new study shows that hungry sea otters are keeping Monterey Bay’s green crab population in check, one bite at a time.
Is the Term a Euphemism for Dying or for Getting Fired?
Euphemisms often come up when an uncomfortable topic requires a gentler description. Apparently, we’re a society living in ...
9 Hilarious Moments From Local News
Jennifer McDermed of FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul found herself in the middle of a cyberpunk fever dream in 2021 when the ...