Mental Floss
A nostalgic chapter in early internet history ends this year.
CaLea Johnson|
On June 30, Flightradar24 broke their record for most flights tracked in a single day.
Michele Debczak|
Atlanta’s airport defends its blue ribbon—see what other airports made the list.
Ellen Gutoskey|
Believe it or not, the shape of airplane window is a matter of life and death.
Jake Rossen|
Flights were actually shorter in 50 years ago.
Shaunacy Ferro|
It goes without saying that the commercial flights of today look a lot different than they once did.
Editorial Staff|
We're nosediving into all things flight-related and debunking several widespread myths about the (very safe) mode of travel.
Jake Rossen|
Everything from the architecture and lighting to the trinkets on sale in the gift shops is strategic.
Jessica Hullinger|
A CIA official explains the 3-1-1 rule and the lasting influence of Operation Overt.
Jake Rossen|
Atlanta's Hartsfield–Jackson sees more flights and passengers per hour than any other airport in the world.
Shaunacy Ferro|
You used to get a lot more bang for your buck at airports—like courtesy cars and coin-operated TV chairs.
Kara Kovalchik|
Discover the truth behind some of the biggest smartphone battery myths, like whether charging your phone fully—or overnight—is actually as bad as some tech experts suggest.
Chris Wheatley|
Researchers are studying whether technology use is connected to depression, anxiety, and other issues.
Jordan Rosenfeld|
Wind Phones originated in Japan in the 2010, and have since spread around the world.
Maggie Gigandet|
Could making your mobile device a bit “stupider” be the key to curbing that pesky smartphone addiction? You can see for yourself with these handy tips.
Rudie Obias|
The transparent novelty phones were a fixture in many a teenager's bedroom.
Jake Rossen|
People who grew up with smartphones probably never gotten their hair tangled in a coiled phone cord while holding the receiver with their shoulders. Here are some other aspects of old-school telephones that young people might find confusing.
Kara Kovalchik|
Go slow.
Shaunacy Ferro|
WalletHub has ranked the top U.S. cities for college basketball fans, with Los Angeles topping the list.
CaLea Johnson|
Mark Mancini|
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