Mental Floss
With privatized space travel growing, it's inevitable we'll one day find ourselves faced with a space murder. How would the law deal with it?
Jake Rossen|
Its cantilevered tiers hang over a 30-foot waterfall—Frank Lloyd Wright’s ingenious way of melding the human-made structure with its natural surroundings. Here are 12 facts about its history and legacy.
Kirstin Fawcett|
One of the most dramatic shark scenes in Steven Spielberg’s ‘Jaws’ almost led to a shark attack in real life.
Michele Debczak|
For centuries, an inanimate object or animal could be held responsible—and punished!—for committing a crime.
Lucas Reilly|
We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?
Ellen Gutoskey|
Think the shark in ‘Jaws’ was huge? Find out how big great white sharks really get and how they compare to megalodons and whale sharks.
CaLea Johnson|
Americans can’t stop searching for great white sharks.
CaLea Johnson|
Bedrooms are notoriously dusty, but you can get rid of buildup and enjoy a cleaner space with these six useful tips.
Lauren Dana|
The original 'Jaws' ride at Universal Studios Florida closed after two months—but not before terrorizing theme park guests (and their children).
Michele Debczak|
If you want to get ahead of the crowds, check out Airbnb’s top travel spots for food lovers in 2025.
CaLea Johnson|
It’s time to play Tune Twist, where we translate the lyrics of popular songs into multiple languages and then back into English. Can you figure out what the song is, or who performed it?
mentalfloss .com|
Explore the distinctions between the Nutella you know and the Italian original.
CaLea Johnson|
Inspiring to imagine but nightmarish to live in, these failed communes have become cautionary tales in hubris and ego. 
Colin Scanlon|
Want to come face-to-fin with a great white? Book a trip to one of these 12 shark-spotting hotspots.
Jake Rossen|
From bagels to mattresses, there are some Costco products you’re better off skipping the next time you go on a shopping trip.
Rudie Obias|
TikTok’s “No Buy 2025” trend has been blowing up online, but what does it really entail, and is it even possible to follow? We break down the pros and cons here, plus how to get started.
Rudie Obias|
Looking for inspiration? Discover the rarest baby names in the United States according to Go Au Pair, from Arizona’s Noname to Maine’s Winner.
Rudie Obias|
Learn more about how to identify snake holes, including what signs to look for and which snakes are most likely to be slithering in your backyard.
Rudie Obias|
Recycling gets confusing sometimes, especially when it comes to certain items. Discover which recycling rules you may (or may not) be breaking here, plus the best practices to follow instead.
Marla Mackoul|
Though the origins of the garter toss tradition are strongly debated, there’s one thing most folks can agree with: it might be time for this controversial wedding ritual to get the heave-ho.
Marla Mackoul|
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