Mental Floss
Ahead of the 2026 Academy Awards, we’re looking back at some of the most egregious snubs, including ‘Psycho,’ ‘Taxi Driver,’ and more.
Paul Anthony Jones|
From “dude” to “legit,” these terms and sayings date back much farther than you might realize.
Paul Anthony Jones|
Disney movies have plenty of memorable moments, but can you match each opening line to the movie it comes from?
Meagan Bojarski|
Doomscrolling affects your mind more than you think. Learn what drives it and how to break the habit.
Nitya Rao|
Everything you need to know to capture the perfect photo of the Northern Lights.
Logan DeLoye|
Looking for a romantic getaway close to home? These ten U.S. states set the perfect scene.
Nitya Rao|
New data reveals where entrepreneurs have the greatest success and face the biggest challenges when starting a business in 2026.
Logan DeLoye|
These romantic getaways hosted some of your favorite rom-coms, from ‘The Proposal’ to ‘Catch and Release.’
Michelle Polizzi|
With multiple sequels and a variety of settings and characters, Pixar movie quotes aren’t always easy. Just how well can you match the quote to the movie?
Alexandria Ingham|
Stay warm this winter with these practical cold-weather clothing tips.
Logan DeLoye|
From YOLO to bae, these ten slang terms ruled the 2010s. A decade later, they’ve already fallen out of style.
Nitya Rao|
There’s a two-part history to the origins of why we call pants a “pair” when it’s only one item of clothing. We explore the interesting background here.
Paul Anthony Jones|
Is it the same flame from Greece to the games? Here’s how the Olympics keep the torch for the relay lit during its journey.
Jenny Cohen|
A 2025 winner lands the No. 1 spot in the list of the longest speeches in Oscars history.
Paul Anthony Jones|
Think you know Oscar history? Take this quiz and see if you can get all 10 Best Picture winners right.
Suhaib Adeel|
A look inside the lives of several female authors who used male pseudonyms to shape literature and bypass societal boundaries.
Logan DeLoye|
Learn the science behind the sensation of butterflies in the stomach and what it reveals about your body.
Logan DeLoye|
Many of New York's proudest nicknames began as insults or responses to something negative.
Ryan Menezes|
Have you seen all seven before? These strange punctuation marks once served a purpose, and can again!
Ryan Menezes|
13 animated heroines have earned the title of Disney Princess. How well do you know their stories and their roles in the franchise?
Meagan Bojarski|
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