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Tom Hanks & 8 other actors who were traumatized by these iconic roles

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Acting is more than just memorizing lines and hitting marks. Sometimes, the process of fully embodying a character can take a toll on an actor’s psyche, blurring …

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Tom Hanks & 8 other actors who were traumatized by these iconic roles

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Acting is more than just memorizing lines and hitting marks. Sometimes, the process of fully embodying a character can take a toll on an actor’s psyche, blurring …

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Favorite US foods non-Americans find disgusting

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American cuisine is diverse and delicious, and for those born and raised in the states, even the wackiest food combinations make perfect sense. Peanut butter and jelly, …

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8 foods that can turn you into a fart machine

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OK…who cut the cheese? Whether you’re in a crowded elevator or a quiet movie theater, the unmistakable scent of methane in the room can be a …

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Hollywood’s heartwarming real-life love stories

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With stars dazzling in the limelight and drama playing out both on and off the screen, the golden age of Hollywood was a time of breathtaking …

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American phrases that leave foreigners totally stumped

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Navigating American English can be a minefield for non-native speakers, with expressions like “spill the beans” and “shoot the breeze” leaving even the most proficient linguists …

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The hilarious & sometimes tragic real names of celebrities

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We don’t have much control over our given birth names. You were named after your hip parents’ favorite toast? Well, Avocado, you deal with it. However, …

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These countries carry out the most executions in the world

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The death penalty has been used as a punishment for thousands of years, dating back to ancient civilizations such as Babylon, Greece, and Rome. In the Middle …

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Major movie roles we bet these 22 actors regret turning down

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Can you imagine Jack Nicholson playing the suave mob moss Michael Corleone in “The Godfather” or Al Pacino as the snarky Han Solo in the “Star …

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Famous homes you can rent on Airbnb

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Wouldn’t it be great to live in the stunning homes you see in your favorite movies and shows? With Airbnb, you can now do just that. …

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Countries with the most guns in civilian hands

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While the exact number of firearms in civilian hands worldwide is nearly impossible to determine, Small Arms Survey, an independent research project based at the Graduate Institute …

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How the ‘quiet quitting’ trend is empowering employees

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If you’ve been following the news or social media lately, there’s a high chance you may have stumbled across a new trend that’s sweeping across the …

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The states with the most mass shootings in America

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According to a 2021 study published in the International Journal of Comparative and Applied Criminal Justice, a staggering 73 percent of 139 mass shootings recorded worldwide between …

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US states with the most firearms background checks

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Americans bought 16.4 million guns in 2022, making it the third busiest year on record for firearm sales. The National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) conducted nearly …

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US states where people own the most registered guns

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With nearly 400 million privately owned guns in the United States, the country has the highest rate of civilian firearm ownership in the world — more …

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The 25 coldest countries in the world

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While global warming is consistently altering the climatic patterns around the world, there are still places in the world that remain cold throughout the year. It …

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Weird New Year’s Eve traditions from all around the world

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Before the curtain falls on the year, we dress up, drink champagne and watch the dazzling sky illuminated by fireworks; then, when the clock strikes midnight, …

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Some of the most expensive paintings ever sold

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Putting a price tag on a masterpiece is a challenging task. Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci with an estimated insurance value of $660 million, is …

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20 easy & adorable gingerbread house kits

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Building an adorable gingerbread house is one of the best holiday activities for the whole family. It smells great, looks fantastic, and is a great way …

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These foods are scientifically proven to make you happier

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It turns out you really are what you eat. Serotonin—”the happiness hormone—” is a chemical in our brain that regulates mood. Over the years, scientists have …

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The surprising origin of some of your favorite ‘international’ foods

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When you think “American food,” your mind goes straight to burgers and fries, hot dogs, fried chicken, and whatnots. On the other hand, when you think …

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Building back better: How to regrow your business after Covid

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The last 2 years have been rough on the American economy. No one has felt the sting of the Covid 19 pandemic more than small business …

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The ultimate earworm songs, according to science

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It happens to the best of us. You listen to a song that seems catchy and cluelessly start singing along. Then, many hours later, you realize …

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22 secret places you’ll never be allowed to visit

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Off-limits Humans have been migrating and moving from place to place since the dawn of time in the neverending quest to explore every corner of the …

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The surprising fruits & veggies that never actually existed in nature

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Man-made fruits and vegetables It turns out humans have been tinkering with the genetics of our food for thousands of years. Thanks to a process known …

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Related in real life: Surprising celebrity relatives

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Hollywood turns out to be a small town full of unexpected family ties. While many celebrity connections are obvious and well-known to the public, others, however, …

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America’s best old world Christmas markets

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Revelers unable to hop the pond before the 12 days of Christmas can find a slew of old-world-inspired festive markets across the United States. Before you …

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What famous landmarks looked like while under construction

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When we visit some of the world’s most famous landmarks, we marvel at the final product, snap a photo, share it on social media, and cross …

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Chilling, real-life exorcism stories

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The religious ceremony of casting out demons is something most of us have seen only in hair-raising horror flicks like “The Exorcist.” However, the chilling truth …

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20 terrifying horror movies based on true stories

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You know how when you are watching a gut-wrenching horror movie, you try to rationalize by silently repeating, “It’s just a movie.” Well, not to add …