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Meg Dowell is Distractify’s Weekend Editor. Find more of her work on Twitter @MegDowell.
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Twitter Had Many Owners Before Elon Musk Took Over — The Company's History, Explained
Many credit Jack Dorsey as Twitter's main man, but there were multiple founders in the beginning, even before the company went public.

Is Gaffney Chicago Medical Center From 'Chicago Med' a Real Hospital?
The hospital in 'Chicago Med' looks like a real hospital, but is Gaffney Chicago Medical Center from the show a real place?

Why Do Donuts Have Holes? The History of Donuts, Donut Holes, and How to Spell Them
Donuts have been around for a long time, but no one can agree on who's exactly responsible for why donuts have holes.

If You're Already Mourning the End of 'This Is Us,' Check Out These 5 Other Shows
'This Is Us' may be ending, but there's plenty more TV to watch. Here are a few shows that will fill the 'This Is Us'–shaped void in your soul.

'The Dropout' Fans Can Read These Elizabeth Holmes Books for More of the Story
In addition to 'The Dropout,' there are several books that go into more detail about the story behind the popular Hulu series.

Every 'LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga' DLC Pack Announced So Far
'LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga' is finally here! But there's more than just the base game. Here's what we know about the DLC packs.

'I Am Your Father' — Darth Vader Almost Never Knew That Leia Was His Daughter
Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader are pop culture's most famous father-son duo. But Leia is also Vader's daughter — and he almost never knew it.

Books About Julia Child for Fans of Food and the New HBO Max Drama 'Julia'
Viewers of HBO Max's new series 'Julia' might want to know even more about the life of Julia Child. These books can help fill in the gaps.

The Best 'Halo' Books to Read As You Watch the New Show
These are the best 'Halo' books to read while you watch the upcoming TV series on Paramount Plus.

The Most Anticipated Books by Women Coming This Year
Looking for more books to read this year? These are the most talked-about books by women on the publishing schedule in 2022.

If You Like ‘Pieces of Her,’ You’ll Love These Thrilling Books
Enjoy 'Pieces of Her' on Netflix? It's based on a book, and we've rounded up a few similar stories you might also want to read.

'Celebrity Big Brother' Season 3 HOH Competition: Who's the Winner? (SPOILERS)
Another competition, another celebrity in charge. Find out who has been crowned the new HOH in 'Celebrity Big Brother' Season 3 this week.

'New Amsterdam' Is About to Go on Hiatus - How Long Is the Break This Time?
The midseason finale of 'New Amsterdam' airs tonight, and it might be a while before Season 4 makes its grand return to NBC.

When Is 'The Good Doctor' Returning After Its Mid-Season Break?
The midseason finale of The Good Doctor will leave fans with plenty of questions to consider before the show returns.

'Halo Infinite' Multiplayer Is Live — Here's How to Start Playing Right Now
Microsoft celebrated 'Halo's' 20th anniversary by unexpectedly making 'Halo Infinite' multiplayer available early. Here's how to play.

Is Dr. Choi Returning to ‘Chicago Med’? What We Know About Brian Tee’s Future on the Show
After undergoing a dangerous procedure at the end of 'Chicago Med' Season 6, Dr. Choi's future on the show has been largely questioned. Here's what we know.

The ‘Overwatch’ Halloween Event 2021 Has Arrived: Here’s Every Challenge and Spooky Skin You Don’t Want to Miss
Players who log in during the 'Overwatch' Halloween 2021 event can earn spooky rewards for completing various challenges throughout the event.

‘Outrageous Pumpkins’ Judges Marc Evan and Terri Hardin Are the Perfect Professionals for the Job
You can't have a Food Network competition show without a panel of experts to judge each contestant's creations. Meet the 'Outrageous Pumpkins' judges.

Why Is Daniel Craig Leaving the James Bond Franchise? What We Know About the Actor's Departure After 'No Time to Die'
Daniel Craig has played James Bond since 2006. Here's what he has said about leaving the role after 'No Time to Die,' his fifth and final Bond movie.

What Happened to Disney Channel? Why You May Hear Rumors of a Global Shutdown
Rumors that Disney Channel might be shutting down for good have seemingly appeared out of nowhere. But the end of the era would actually make sense.

Who Will Replace Chadwick Boseman in 'Black Panther 2'? How Marvel Will Honor T'Challa's Legacy
Who will replace Chadwick Boseman in 'Black Panther 2' following the actor's death? Marvel's Kevin Feige revealed more info about the cast in 2020.