You know that moment when you’re driving through the Mojave Desert and suddenly spot what appears to be a crashed UFO selling beef jerky? No, you haven’t been in the sun too long, and yes, that really ...

After escaping with Newt and Hicks from the alien planet, Ripley crash lands on Fiorina 161, a prison planet and host to a correctional facility. Unfortunately, although Newt and Hicks do not survive ...

A gift shop should not be the main event. Yet somehow, here we are. One shelf looks harmless. Then a mug gets funny. A magnet gets weirdly personal. A local snack starts making a strong case for the ...

Perhaps the only thing more satisfying than a “big” story is one where celebrity and bizarre personal details combine to create an even bigger story. This is certainly true in the fascinating and ...

The first time Fontella “Faun” Day believes she saw life from another planet, it came from above. It was a cloudy afternoon in Rachel, Nevada, and the phones and computers at the Alien Cowpoke gas ...

Explore wide-open landscapes, quirky roadside attractions, and national landmarks on these unsung routes that many travelers overlook. Looking for underrated roadways in the United States? Consider a ...

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All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. Babou Ceesay in "Alien: ...

It is a rare thing indeed to find a movie sequel that outstrips the original. Terminator 2, perhaps. The Godfather Part II, probably. The Dark Knight, definitely. But greater sequels are hard to find.

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Alien Fresh Jerky in Baker, California isn’t just a snack stop—it’s a roadside fever dream. With towering spaceships, life-sized aliens, and a desert setting straight out of Area 51 lore, it’s one of ...