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Online shopping has revolutionized the way we purchase everything from food and books to light bulbs and mattresses. But the convenience and variety of online shopping also requires us to put some of our personal information online to complete transaction
Editorial Staff|
Whether you’re moving to a new home or just want to improve your Internet connection, setting up a strong home network can feel daunting. But optimizing your devices’ Internet connectivity and protecting your personal data doesn’t have to be complicated.
Editorial Staff|
It turns out the tiny hoarders like to put away nuts like we put away groceries.
Jake Rossen|
When art school dropout Ralph Shaffer was hired by American Greetings to illustrate greeting cards in 1964, the 23-year-old was tasked with depicting delicate flower petals and hopping bunny rabbits.
Jake Rossen|
This is one of only three known white-giraffe sightings.
Michele Debczak|
As we now know, 'Pac-Man' was a massive hit, and its grip on pop culture is still strong today. But 'Pac-Man's success was far from certain; its designer initially had no interest in games, and the public reaction to it was initially mixed.
Mental Floss UK|
If you read Harper Lee's novel in school, it wasn't entirely because of the book's stellar literary value (though it has that, too).
Shaunacy Ferro|
There are signals that the audience watching at home can’t see.
Shaunacy Ferro|
Emma Purtell, Sarah Mankey, and Adam Mumford found the relic while sorting through old university records.
Kirstin Fawcett|
This mysterious little body part is a surprising source of controversy among researchers.
Jordan Rosenfeld|
In the 1970s, Mr. Peanut ran for mayor of Vancouver on the “Peanut Party” ticket. He was endorsed by novelist William S. Burroughs and received 3.4 percent of the vote—which isn't peanuts.
Jake Rossen|
Some dolls are cutesy, but not Callum Grujicich's fantastical creations.
Kirstin Fawcett|
The 298-ton home needed to be lifted 38 feet in the air and then moved 500 feet away. The solution? A few shims and a lot of patience.
Jake Rossen|
There's a subliminal message hidden in the opening credits.
Jake Rossen|
Something was wrong with the local felines … and soon humans would get sick too.
Kirstin Fawcett|
It’s tough to get a straight answer out of a dog, but here are some of the most common theories canine psychologists have floated for dogs’ undying love of their chew toys.
Editorial Staff|
Roboticists are working hard to engineer the next Picasso.
Michele Debczak|
Get to know the pioneering doctor who's been called "the father of modern surgery" and the namesake of a popular mouthwash.
Kirstin Fawcett|
The 128 silver coins date from the 15th and 16th centuries, and are together worth nearly $15,000.
Kirstin Fawcett|
In 2010, Australia had a kangaroo population of just 27 million. It's now nearly 45 million.
Kirstin Fawcett|
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