The story behind the "Old Glory" nickname for the American flag dates back to a 19th-century ship captain, who proudly protected the flag from Confederate forces during the Civil War ...

The now common phrase dates back to a 19th century ship captain whose American flag traveled the world ...

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Discover why kids love “The Bean” in Chicago — and how to explain it with fun facts, tips and answers to curious questions.

Why Did Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom Split? What We Know About Their Decision to Call Off 6-Year Engagement On June 26, PEOPLE confirmed that the longtime couple had called off their nearly 6-year ...

On June 26, PEOPLE confirmed that Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom had called it quits after nearly nine years together. Here's everything to know about why Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom split.

Why we call it the buck moon What does the word buck have to do with July? Why do we call the July full moon the buck moon? The nickname buck moon refers to male deer, known as bucks.

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We spoke to the developers behind The Cube, a new MMO set in the same universe as Atomic Heart.

Why do we call it a 99 ice cream if it's not because of the price? It's clear that the name of this classic confectionery has never been associated with the price charged by vendors.

The language used in discussing Iran strikes shapes public perception, political responses, and market reactions, highlighting how words define crises beyond mere communication.

The president also announced that US and Iranian officials will talk next week, giving rise to cautious hope for longer-term peace even as Tehran insists it will not give up its nuclear program.