The last pope to willingly retire was in 1294.

Hollywood Hulk Hogan became a member of NWO shortly after it formed in 1996, but recently left the group to pursue other wrestling interests.

What do George Pinker and Marcus Setchell have in common? They have both served as Great Britain’s royal gynecologist.

Swedish researchers have discovered acrylamide, a known carcinogen, in some fried and baked carbohydrate-rich foods that had been fried, grilled, or baked at high temperatures — especially french fries.

Barry White (Love Unlimited Orchestra) wrote a number of songs for the Banana Splits.

This article appears in May 10 • 2002.

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