6 surprising facts you never knew about Smarties
Smarties, the iconic tubes of candies that you’ve probably enjoyed your whole life, are celebrating two milestones this month, just in time for the biggest …
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Why the American flag is reversed on military uniforms
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Things that turn 30 in 2019
Obviously, we are all getting older by the day. But nothing seems to drive home that fact quite like finding out how long it’s been …
The Best Basketball Players In The NBA Today
While there’s no arguing that Michael Jordan and Shaquille O’Neal are two of the greatest basketball players of all time, ranking the best NBA players …
Things you never knew about Katy Perry
Since rocketing to fame in 2008 with the song “I Kissed A Girl,” singer Katy Perry has become a mainstay of American pop culture. Although …
Things You Never Knew About Ashton Kutcher
Over the last 20 years, Ashton Kutcher’s celebrity has evolved from goofy young actor on “That ’70s Show” and “Punk’d” to successful startup investor, sitcom star …
10 things you probably didn’t know about Priyanka Chopra
It’s no surprise Priyanka Chopra’s name is popping up in many headlines lately. Not only is the Indian beauty newly engaged to Nick Jonas, she …
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What are those long black tubes in the road used for?
Have you ever been driving down a road when you are suddenly confronted by a long, black tube that is stretched across the entire street? …
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31 things you never knew about Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
I have to admit something: I liked Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson before it was cool. When I was a kid, I was a huge wrestling …
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7 fascinating facts about curling, the oddest sport at the Winter Olympics
Few sports in the Winter Olympics are as odd, yet fascinating, to me as curling. It’s a strange, glorious combination of shuffleboard and bowling that unites the …
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Did you know that a ‘butt’ is an actual unit of measurement?
The two main systems for measuring distance and weight are the metric system and the imperial system. While most countries use the metric system, one …
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Why traffic lights are red, green and yellow
It’s a given that red means stop, green means go and yellow means slow down, right? But have you ever thought about why these colors are …
These horses can grow mustaches—who knew?
It’s certainly not everyday that you see a horse with a full-grown mustache. So it’s no wonder that these photos got everyone talking when they …
These All-Black Chickens Called Ayam Cemani Are Creating A Buzz Online
If you saw a jet-black chicken strutting around a barnyard, you’d assume it came via the river Styx, wouldn’t you? Well, you’d be wrong. This …
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This Light Bulb Has Been Burning For More Than 100 Years—Seriously
Sometimes it seems like light bulbs burn out just a few minutes after you change them. And then, at the other end of the spectrum, there’s the Centennial …
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The Strange Reason Some Civil War Soldiers Glowed In The Dark
The 1862 Civil War Battle of Shiloh left 16,000 soldiers dead and 3,000 soldiers wounded. Some of those wounded became part of a strange mystery that wasn’t …
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5 Things You Never Knew About ‘Dirty Dancing’ In Honor Of Its 30th Anniversary
It’s been 30 years since “Dirty Dancing” jumped its way into our open arms. Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze made us swoon and sigh when …
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Scientific Evidence That Left-Handed People Are Exceptional
Dear lefties: It’s official! You are very special, according to science. Throughout history, being left-handed has been viewed as a weakness or something to overcome. Heck, …
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This Is What That Little Diamond Patch On Your Backpack Is For
Have you ever noticed that little diamond on the outside pocket of your backpack? It’s often made of leather or rubber, has two slits and seems …
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5 Fun Facts You May Not Know About Betty White
Betty White, everyone’s favorite foul-mouthed grandma, turned 97. Although everyone knows Betty best from “The Golden Girls,” there’s plenty more about this fantastic woman that you …
10 Facts You May Not Know About Queen Elizabeth II
Netflix’s “The Crown,” which chronicles the early reign of Queen Elizabeth II, continues to get rave reviews, currently holds a 90 percent “fresh” rating on Rotten …
Watch George Michael In The First-Ever “Carpool Karaoke” With James Corden
So many of us are mourning the untimely death of singer George Michael, who passed away on Christmas Day at the young age of 53. Our …
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8 interesting things you may not know about Hanukkah
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Here Are 20 Of The Most Popular Baby Names Of 2016
Picking a baby name is hard—you want to give your baby a name that feels somewhat modern and relevant without being so unique or off-the-wall that …
Here’s Why Men’s And Women’s Shirt Buttons Are On Opposite Sides
Dress shirts are basically the extra virgin olive oil of your closet—they’re a staple. But have you ever wondered why men’s and women’s shirts button …
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Why They’re Called Streets, Roads, Boulevards And More
As someone who recently moved, not only do I now have to learn my way around a new city and remember my zip code, but my …
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Why You Can Fold A Piece Of Paper Only A Certain Number Of Times
Making paper planes and creating origami is a fun activity, but I’m sure it’s got some people thinking about how many times they can fold …
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So, Slinky’s Were Definitely Invented By Accident
Everybody knows Slinky’s as those metal toys you watched travel down your stairs when you were a kid. Or maybe you’re familiar with Slinky Dog, …
12 Surprising Things You May Not Have Known About Starbucks
This morning, Starbucks announced some changes they’ll be making to their coveted rewards program, effective starting this April. To put it simply, customers now get rewarded based on the …
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