Mental Floss
Some places grew by leaps and bounds—and the city in the top spot might surprise you.
Paul Anthony Jones|
These stunning U.S. canyons drew massive crowds in 2024. Find out which natural wonders topped the list, based on National Park Service data.
CaLea Johnson|
Want to make your lawn look even better this year? Get expert-backed tips from FIFA’s Alan Ferguson, plus other insights ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Greg Zapata|
Australia’s largest salt lake, Kati Thanda–Lake Eyre, is currently a rare and stunning waterscape.
CaLea Johnson|
You’ll never refer to them as just “baby skunks” or “baby peacocks” again.
Bryan Dugan|
When it comes to jellyfish stings, urine is often cited as an effective remedy. But does it really work as a first-aid treatment?
Matt Soniak|
When it comes to shark movies, nothing will ever top Steven Spielberg’s ‘Jaws’—but these movies are still a fun watch.
Jon O'Brien|
Have you dunked an Oreo into a glass of milk for too long? We'll walk you through how to find (and elongate) your optimal Oreo dunk time.
Lucas Reilly|
Costco’s answer to Sam’s Club’s “Scan & Go” is finally here, offering faster checkouts and app-based payments for bulk shoppers.
CaLea Johnson|
See which places offer the best circumstances for your golden years.
CaLea Johnson|
Tampa’s mayor wanted Peter Benchley’s bestseller off store shelves. The cover had been deemed obscene by authorities.
Jake Rossen|
Scientists captured the elusive Antarctic gonate squid on camera for the first time during a National Geographic expedition.
CaLea Johnson|
Yelp reveals the top U.S. cities searching for bed bug help. Find out where infestations are raising red flags.
CaLea Johnson|
If you live in one of these cities, traveling to spend your time off may not be worth the hassle.
CaLea Johnson|
This clever kitchen hack from TikTok can help you figure out which blueberries are still too tart to eat, and it only takes a couple of minutes to pull off.
Lauren Dana|
This riddle dates back to the late 1700s—can you figure out the answer?
Paul Anthony Jones|
According to Google Trends, fathers love food, fun, and fast cars.
CaLea Johnson|
On June 19, 2025, the United States will celebrate Juneteenth and the anniversary of Black emancipation. Here’s the meaning behind the holiday’s official flag.
Michele Debczak|
While some brands have branched out from their humble beginnings, others have maintained a more localized appeal.
Scott Allen|
The story of how Pet Sounds was made has been told and retold (and parodied) plenty of times since its release in 1966, but there are still many fascinating little stories about the album that may have gone under the radar.
Nick Greene|
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