Today is Friday the 13th, which means at least three of your friends have probably already texted you something like, “Be careful today!” as if the calendar suddenly turned into a horror movie soundtrack. But before you cancel your plans, hide under the covers, or avoid ladders, it’s worth asking a very logical question: Is Friday the 13th actually unlucky, or is it just bad math mixed with good storytelling?
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Disclosure Day asks a question that has fascinated humanity for decades. If definitive proof of alien life suddenly appeared tomorrow, how would we respond? Would we welcome our new cosmic neighbors or panic at the realization that we are part of a much larger galactic story?
Stewie is officially getting his own spinoff series on FOX, slated to debut during the 2027–2028 television season. The show will be produced by Seth MacFarlane alongside longtime writer-producer Kirker Butler and animation veteran Kara Vallow.
Why do tongues stick to frozen poles? The phenomenon called “tundra tongue” reveals the surprising science behind a classic winter dare and its painful results. Nearly all incidents involved kids between the ages of 1 and 16, with about 60 percent involving boys.
Melissa Auf der Maur adds a new milestone to her extraordinary creative journey with the release of her memoir, Even the Good Girls Will Cry:A '90s Rock Memoir, from the imprint Da Capo. The book offers an intimate look at her life during the explosive alternative rock era of the 1990s, revealing the music, moments, and personal experiences that shaped her career.
Here are 50 things you can try to get to know your neighbor. Some are simple, some are a little quirky, and I’ll admit most of them are completely untested. But sometimes the best way to start a conversation is to try something a little unexpected.
Apple’s latest emoji drop features eight quirky designs, including the standout “Distorted Face,” which is the perfect symbol for the chaos of 2026. You know the feeling it represents. It is the look you make when your brain tries to process one more headline, one more meeting invite, or one more plot twist in the news cycle and just decides to reboot.
The documentary The Donn of Tiki takes viewers on a tropical time-travel adventure into the colorful life of Donn Beach, the legendary restaurateur better known as Don the Beachcomber. Born Ernest Raymond Beaumont Gantt, Beach is widely credited with opening the world’s first tiki bar and launching a cultural wave that blended island escapism, theatrical décor, and inventive cocktails.
Apple’s MacBook Neo with a price tag of about $600, and potentially closer to $500 with a student discount, Apple is suddenly doing something it has rarely done in the laptop space. It is making a MacBook that competes directly with entry-level Windows laptops and the sea of Chromebooks that dominate classrooms and budget-conscious buyers.
It all began when Chris Kempczinski, CEO of McDonald's, appeared in a promotional video sampling the chain’s newest towering creation, the Big Arch. Then it turned into a full-blown burger bun-fight. Are we witnessing the opening act of the Burger Wars of the 2020s?
A new documentary titled Oz, produced by Leonardo DiCaprio through Appian Way Productions, is set to explore the remarkable and often difficult story behind the making of The Wizard of Oz. The documentary aims to dig deeper into the film’s production history and examine why this classic movie continues to resonate with audiences around the world more than eight decades after its release.
Werner Herzog directs Ghost Elephants for National Geographic, following explorer Steve Boyes on a decade-long search for Angola’s mysterious herd. The journey is not just about elephants. It becomes a story about persistence, belief, and the pull of the unknown. Herzog treats the quest with the seriousness and wonder it deserves.
Fleischer Cartoons – Greatest Hits, Volume 1, distributed by ClassicFlix, feels like rediscovering a lost treasure chest from animation’s most imaginative era. Seeing these shorts restored with modern clarity is a revelation. Many of these cartoons have not looked this vibrant since their original theatrical releases nearly a century ago.
Netflix revives Little House on the Prairie. The new adaptation aims to embrace that broader context while still capturing the emotional core that made the story endure for generations. Described as part hopeful family drama, part epic survival tale, and part origin story of the American West, the new Little House on the Prairie promises a more layered portrayal of frontier life.
Country Joe McDonald, the iconic voice behind one of the most unforgettable anti-war songs of the 1960s, has passed away at 84. As the frontman of Country Joe & the Fish, he was a defining figure in the Bay Area’s psychedelic rock scene, capturing the restless, questioning spirit of a generation seeking peace and challenging authority.
If you’re a fan of Star Trek or Firefly, this crossover is an absolute must-listen. The chemistry between Brent Spiner, Jonathan Frakes, Nathan Fillion, and Alan Tudyk is off the charts, and the stories they share are equal parts fascinating and hilarious. From behind-the-scenes Hollywood tales to the quirky, unpredictable moments of sci-fi fandom, every minute is packed with laughter, surprises, and nostalgic delight.
Down the Rabbit Hole: Collecting Alice in Wonderland by Matt Crandall grabbed my attention. The book explores the enormous universe of merchandise and promotional material inspired by The Walt Disney Company’s animated classic Alice in Wonderland, turning a beloved story into a sprawling pop culture archive
The Becoming Led Zeppelin documentary is a hybrid docu-concert experience and stands as the first officially sanctioned documentary about Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends Led Zeppelin. It blends rare archival footage with new interviews from Plant, Page, and Jones, while also incorporating archival audio from the late Bonham, giving fans a powerful sense of the band’s early fire.
Reese's has teamed up with Australian oral care disruptor Hismile to launch a limited-edition Reese's Peanut Butter Cup flavored toothpaste, and yes, your dentist might grin from ear to ear about this one. The sugar-free, fluoride-enhanced formula blends chocolate and peanut butter notes with a cool minty finish.
Fantagraphics celebrates Marvel pioneer Bill Everett, creator of Namor and co-creator of Daredevil, with stunning oversized volumes restoring his pre-Code horror comics.
HBO’s Lanterns trailer teases a grounded DC detective thriller starring Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre, blending gritty drama with Green Lantern mythos.
Penguin Classics presents Nakahara Chūya: explore Japan’s early 20th-century poet, his emotional poetry, and the anime-inspired revival of his legacy.
I Went Golfing With Alice Cooper: A wild YouTube comedy imagines golfing with Alice Cooper as apocalyptic chaos unfolds, blending shock rock legend lore.
Bella Freud invites icons to lie on the couch and explore fashion, identity, love, anxiety, and culture in her intimate YouTube video podcast series.