Wait, Forrest Gump Didn’t Really Invent the Smiley Face?

Shocking, I know. Here is how it’s believed to have actually been developed.

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Dear Einstein

In honor of his birthday, here is an interesting exchange between the genius physicist and a sixth grader who wants to know if he prays.

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Will Hunting Was No Einstein

Turns out his amazing mathematics acrobatics might not have been so impressive.

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Goodbye Google Reader

If you are one of the people who use it, you could try these things instead.

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The Story of the Nerdfighters

Hopefully you’re already very familiar with John Green—the bestselling author, blogger, and host of the new mental_floss YouTube channel. If you’re not, give this a look.

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Just Do Your Job

Especially if you only had one simple task to complete.

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Behold the Bionic Hand

Watch the user tie his shoes, work in the kitchen, and do yard work.