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Watch Kit Harington Gag After Having to Kiss Emilia Clarke on Game of Thrones

Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen may be an onscreen item, but Kit Harington says that it's "really odd" to kiss Emilia Clarke.... READ ON

From Cocaine to Chloroform: 28 Old-Timey Medical Cures

In this week's edition of The List Show, Mental Floss editor-in-chief Erin McCarthy takes you back to a time when cocaine was the recommended way to treat everything from hay fever to hemorrhoids.... READ ON

Richard Madden Shared a Hilarious Throwback Photo With Game of Thrones Co-Stars Kit Harington and Alfie Allen

Richard Madden may not have held the title of King in the North for long on 'Game of Thrones,' but his memories of his time on the show—and his co-stars—live on.... READ ON

15 Surprising Facts About David Tennant

David Tennant became an actor with the goal of starring in 'Doctor Who,' and almost ended up playing Hannibal Lecter. Here are 15 things you might not know about the actor, who was born on this day in 1971.... READ ON

15 Smart Gifts for Administrative Professionals’ Day

Say thanks to your office managers, receptionists, executive assistants, and other administrative professionals with one of these great gifts.... READ ON

31 Behind-the-Scenes Facts About Game of Thrones

Jon Snow may know nothing, but Mental Floss editor-in-chief Erin McCarthy—First of Her Name, Protector of Facts, and Mother of Cats—is about to let you in on some major secrets behind the epic HBO series.... READ ON

11 Amazing Gifts for the Beer Geek in Your Life

The beer lover in your life doesn’t need another hilarious “Will Work for Beer” t-shirt this year. Instead, try one of these options.... READ ON

Watch All 7 Seasons of Game of Thrones in 12 Minutes

It's been nearly 20 months since we've seen a new episode of 'Game of Thrones,' so you're probably going to need a bit of a refresher course.... READ ON

The 10 Most Popular Game of Thrones-Related Pet Names

Though Drogon didn't make the final cut, there are a whopping 64 percent more puppers walking around with that moniker today than there were last year.... READ ON

45 Amazing Facts About Game of Thrones

Unaired pilots. Actor switcheroos. Abandoned storylines. Internet spoilers. Divorce threats. The world behind-the-scenes of 'Game of Thrones' is just as intriguing as the series itself.... READ ON

The 10 Best Cities for Millennials in 2019 (Plus the 10 Worst)

Areas were evaluated using four factors—unemployment rate, migration flows, housing costs, and property crime—and the results aren't what you'd expect.... READ ON

21 Widespread Myths About Animals, Debunked

Gather up your pets and check out this week's all-new edition of the Mental Floss List Show, where Editor-in-Chief Erin McCarthy clears up 21 widespread animal myths.... READ ON

5 Ways to Show Your Support on International Women's Day

On March 8, we celebrate International Women’s Day—a global holiday that honors the accomplishments of women throughout history and aims to promote gender equality. Here are just a few ways you can show your support of the day and its mission.... READ ON

17 Signs That You’d Qualify as a Witch in the 1600s

Are you a woman? Do you enjoy spending time with your friends—without a chaperone? You might just be a witch! In this week's episode of The List Show, Mental Floss editor-in-chief Erin McCarthy shares 17 signs that may have led to you being accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials.... READ ON

100 Words Turning 100 This Year

Join editor-in-chief Erin McCarthy as she journeys into the past to dig up a whopping 100 words that are turning 100 this year in our all-new Mental Floss List Show.... READ ON

11 Bizarre Things Done in the Name of Love

Flowers and chocolate are boring. Stealing a moon rock or setting your loved one's crotch ablaze? That's love.... READ ON

5 Movies That Could Have Starred Jennifer Aniston

The actress may have gotten her big break as Rachel Green on 'Friends,' but she could have told Jack Dawson to draw her like one of his French girls.... READ ON

Carvel Created Pints of Fudgie the Whale and Cookie Puss Ice Cream for Valentine's Day

Two of Carvel's most iconic ice cream cakes, Fudgie the Whale and Cookie Puss, are available in pint form for a limited time—and only via delivery.... READ ON

19 Common Things Science Hasn’t Figured Out

Why do we cry? Or laugh? Or sleep? Don't ask a scientist. Take a deep dive into the world of everyday behaviors that science has yet to figure out with editor-in-chief Erin McCarthy.... READ ON

7 Supplies to Kickstart Your Bullet Journal Practice

So you've started bullet journaling, huh? Here are seven great products to make your journal the best it can be.... READ ON

20 Surprising Facts About Benedict Cumberbatch

The Oscar-nominated actor (who is the subject of lots of fan fiction) thinks his name sounds like “a fart in a bath.”... READ ON

7 Ways to Take Advantage of the Bullet Journal Method

Use your bullet journal to improve your health, your finances, and even plan your meals.... READ ON

15 Fantastic Buzz Aldrin Quotes

Over the course of his life, Aldrin has learned a lot, and he’s shared his wisdom in a number of books and interviews.... READ ON

8 Facts About the Azawakh

This pooch is loyal to its owners, but standoffish with strangers.... READ ON

Our 35 Most Popular Stories of 2018

From understanding weird pet behaviors to learning the proper way to wipe your butt, our readers have a thirst for all sorts of knowledge.... READ ON

Every New Movie, Series, Documentary, and Special That's Coming to Netflix in January

Han Solo is coming! Han Solo is coming!... READ ON

The 25 Movies Being Added to the National Film Registry in 2018

A classic Disney cartoon, a dinosaur-filled blockbuster, and a 29-second piece of African-American history from 1898 all made the cut.... READ ON

There’s a Snowman Hiding In These Snowflakes—Can You Spot It?

Your time starts now ...... READ ON

Predicting the 20 Hottest Toys of the 2018 Holiday Season

Teddy Ruxpin is making a comeback, as is Barbie's Dreamhouse.... READ ON

11 Thoughtful Gifts for Her

We won't tell if you buy some of these for yourself.... READ ON

Black Friday Sale! Get 30% off in the Mental Floss Store

Use the code CYBERMONDAY at checkout.... READ ON

30 Stores That Will Be Closed on Thanksgiving

Here are some of the companies that have decided not to open on Thanksgiving.... READ ON

The 10 Most Popular Cat Names of 2018

Your cat is one-of-a-kind. Their name may not be.... READ ON

12 Old-Timey Turkey Terms to Bring Back This Thanksgiving

Use them while you're talking turkey.... READ ON

11 Fast Facts About the New York City Marathon

11. The race has only been canceled once.... READ ON

35 Happy Little Facts About Bob Ross

Today would have been the artist-turned-pop culture icon’s 76th birthday.... READ ON

7 Things You Might Not Know About Mario Lopez

The television personality once turned down $200,000 to pose for 'Playgirl.'... READ ON

Everything You Didn't Know About Paper

John Green and friends are sharing everything you ever wanted to know about paper with a range of fascinating facts, including a look back at how 19th-century top hats gave birth to the cardboard box.... READ ON

Jodie Whittaker Inspires First-Ever Doctor Who Barbie Doll

The Thirteenth Doctor is making history.... READ ON

11 Fun Facts About Jodie Whittaker

The new 'Doctor Who' star describes herself as a “quiet person’s nightmare.”... READ ON

12 Items Every Taco Lover Needs

October 4 is National Taco Day. Let’s tacobout some products you can buy to show your love for this most excellent of foods every day of the year.... READ ON

11 Podcasts That Will Get You in the Mood for Halloween

From spine-tingling fiction to bone-chilling true crime.... READ ON

38 Word Usage Mistakes Even Smart People Make

Don't let these trip you up.... READ ON

The Surprising History of School in the U.S.

According to recent studies, taking notes with a pen and paper can improve your understanding—and retention—of a topic.... READ ON

10 Misconceptions About Lawns

Some people try to save themselves from more mowing sessions by cutting their grass super, super short, but this actually has the opposite effect than intended.... READ ON

What Causes Red Tides?

The phenomenon might look like a biblical plague, but the source is far more mundane.... READ ON

10 Common Misconceptions About Allergies

Ninety percent of food allergies are one of these eight foods: milk, soy, eggs, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish.... READ ON

The Best Way to Wipe Your Butt, According to the Experts

We get to the bottom of it.... READ ON

Testing Summer Life Hacks We Found on the Internet

Could a wire hanger be the key to roasting the perfect s'mores? Let's find out as John Green and his 'Scatterbrained' team celebrate all things summertime.... READ ON

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Dogs

They’re cute, they’re cuddly … and they can smell fear!... READ ON

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