Mental Floss
A quiz to test your knowledge of the fairy tales that Disney adapted into their films.
Chelsea Thatcher|
Why go to war over gold or land when you could fight over lobsters and a severed ear instead?
Jake Rossen|
The holiday season can bring a lot of joy, but it also brings many risks. See if your state is more dangerous than others this Christmas.
Meagan Bojarski|
As more and more people adopt a sober-curious or alcohol-free lifestyle, New Year’s Eve might look a little different this year.
Michael La Corte|
Parents who wanted to get their kids the recording device seen in the movie wouldn't give up. They were thirsty for more.
Jake Rossen|
As you dust off your holiday decorations from previous years, see if you can find any Department 56 items hiding around.
Sam Hindman|
Disney movies give us some of our first glimpses into the complexities of love and romance. Can you identify which Disney movie each of these couples is from?
Meagan Bojarski|
You might want to rethink blasting “Last Christmas” on a loop this holiday season. These 12 Christmas songs might be causing your pet stress.
Sam Hindman|
We all remember playing ‘The Oregon Trail’ on our old computers, but how accurate was that game to real life?
Meredith Danko|
Holly and Noelle are just two of the most popular holiday-inspired baby names, but what about the others that most people wouldn’t think of? Here are 20 sweet holiday-inspired names to start your list.
Alexandria Ingham|
Prices vary depending on the doll’s condition, but many of these iconic holiday Barbies are on sale for a pretty penny. Do you have any in your basement?
Jenny Cohen|
It might not be the most memorable decade for Disney, but these films helped shape a generation.
Natalie Zamora|
Space can be a tricky subject to wrap your head around.
Michele Debczak|
Americans favor 'Merry Christmas,' while Brits opt for 'Happy Christmas.' Here's how we got here.
Ellen Gutoskey|
These states are, unfortunately, getting catfished more than others.
Sam Hindman|
Charles Schulz thought ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ was a “disaster.” CBS hated it. But it’s among the most beloved Christmas specials of all time.
Jake Rossen|
Funny enough, the most popular song was also ranked most annoying by adults in the United States. See what the most popular Christmas song is in your state.
Jenny Cohen|
It wasn’t always the most wonderful time of the year. In centuries past, Christmas was often violent, scary, and disgusting. So for all those Grinches who are skeptical of today’s Yuletide customs, be thankful you weren’t alive centuries ago.
A.J. Jacobs|
How well do you remember the characters of Disney movies? This trivia quiz will test your knowledge.
Natalie Zamora|
These books eerily predicted technological advancements of today, including ‘Snow Crash,’ ‘Player Piano,’ and more.
Nicolle Sloane|
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