Mental Floss
A rare blood moon eclipse will light up skies across North America this March. Here’s when to watch and how to see the lunar spectacle at its best.
Nitya Rao|
From Agatha Christie to Franz Kafka, these authors disliked their most popular books, stories, and characters.
Paul Anthony Jones|
'Bridgerton' fans are divided over Rotten Tomatoes' ranking of the best seasons.
Logan DeLoye|
Logan Paul just sold a card for millions of dollars, and it’s not the only one worth a pretty penny.
Jake Rossen, Natalie Zamora|
The director, Alan Smithee, doesn't actually exist. So, why is he listed in the credits of so many films?
Chelsea Thatcher|
Craving a true reset? These seven hotel spas across North America pair dreamy settings with massages, saunas, and total tranquility.
Michelle Polizzi|
You'd probably recognize these one-hit wonders if you heard them, but how fast can you name them?
Chelsea Thatcher|
From Japan's Hashima Island to France's Oradour-sur-Glane, these moss-covered and dilapidated places house tragic and complicated histories.
Eden Gordon|
Uncover the hidden history of the nursery rhyme parents have sung to their children for generations.
Logan DeLoye|
America’s national parks offer access to a huge variety of stunning natural wonders. From desert vistas to richly colorful geothermal hot springs and sparse mou
Eden Gordon|
One bite proves why these stacked sandwiches get a thumbs-up from the Mayor of Flavortown.
Logan DeLoye|
That iconic bagel hole isn’t just for looks. Here’s the surprisingly practical reason bagels are baked with a hole in the middle.
Nitya Rao|
These seven nautical tragedies surpassed the horror of the RMS Titanic, yet few people know their names.
Colin Scanlon|
Think ferries are just transportation? These scenic ferry rides—from Norway’s dramatic fjords to the Caribbean blues of Belize—turn the journey into the main event.
Sam Hindman|
Think you know all the Disney movies from the 2000s? Test your knowledge by finishing these 10 quotes.
Alexandria Ingham|
The first-ever Academy Awards took just 15 minutes. Here's how the Oscars began, who won at the first ceremony, and more.
Eden Gordon|
From candlelit weddings to secret neighborhood dining spots, uncover nine surprising facts about JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’s real-life romance.
Nitya Rao|
The states you’d expect to spend the least on groceries are actually spending the most.
Logan DeLoye|
These Oscar winners nearly quit acting at various points in their careers. Discover how they overcame doubt and went on to Hollywood glory.
Paul Anthony Jones|
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent in Western Christianity. Here's what ash means on Ash Wednesday as well as the history of how this tradition came to be.
Eden Gordon|
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