Rudie Obias

Joined: Jan 10, 2013

Rudie Obias lives in Brooklyn, New York. He's a freelance writer interested in cinema, pop culture, science fiction, and web culture. His work can be found at ShockYa.com, MoviePilot.com, UPROXX, io9, ScreenRant.com, Giantfreakinrobot.com, and, of course, Mental Floss. He is also a Co-Working Evangelist for Bat Haus Co-Working in Brooklyn.

These bugs are more likely to take over your summer vacation if you're in these cities.

25 U.S. Cities That’ll Have the Worst Mosquito Problems This Summer

These throwback scents still put us in another time and place.

7 Discontinued Perfumes From the ‘90s and ‘00s That Smelled Amazing

Pepsi Jazz’s discontinued Black Cherry and French Vanilla flavor.

12 Discontinued Coca-Cola and Pepsi Sodas

Standing in solidarity helps create real change around the world.

How To Stay Safe During a Protest

7 Things You Should Never Buy at Costco

From bagels to mattresses, there are some Costco products you’re better off skipping the next time you go on a shopping trip.

Resist the temptation—and save money in the process.

What Is the ‘No Buy’ Trend—and How Do You Actually Pull It Off?

TikTok’s “No Buy 2025” trend has been blowing up online, but what does it really entail, and is it even possible to follow? We break down the pros and cons here, plus how to get started.

The Rarest Baby Name in Each State

Looking for inspiration? Discover the rarest baby names in the United States according to Go Au Pair, from Arizona’s Noname to Maine’s Winner.

Snake Holes in Your Backyard? Here’s What To Do About It

Learn more about how to identify snake holes, including what signs to look for and which snakes are most likely to be slithering in your backyard.

7 of the Most Memorable Energy Drinks That Got Discontinued

Discontinued energy drinks like Surge, Vault, and MTN Dew Energy might be gone from stores, but the memory of them still gives us a nice little pick-me-up.

And more importantly: Is it actually worth the higher cost?

Why Is It Called “Extra Virgin” Olive Oil?

You’ve seen that “extra virgin” olive oil label plenty of times at the grocery store. Ever stop and wonder what it actually means?

The Real Reason Why You Shouldn’t Keep Open Cans in the Fridge

The risks involved with storing an open can of food in the fridge can vary, but according to the USDA, it’s important to keep these factors in mind.

Your old soccer balls might still be fine, though.

7 Things You Really Shouldn’t Store in Plastic Bins

Plastic bins aren’t great for storing everything. Discover what items you definitely shouldn’t put in plastic bins, like certain fabrics, old photos, and more.

Mold is the last thing you want to see after cracking open one of these.

The Real Reason Why Your Safe Is Full of Mold

You might never expect to see mold growing inside a fireproof safe, but it can happen. Here’s how to prevent it, plus how to properly clean it so your valuables don’t get destroyed.

RIP to these classics from your favorite place at the mall.

8 Discontinued Bath & Body Works Scents That We Still Miss

Old classics like Pink Chiffon and Freesia are among the Bath & Body Works discontinued scents that fans still get nostalgic for, but here are a few others you probably forgot about.

The lithium-ion batteries in vape pens can lead to landfill fires.

The Right Way to Safely Dispose of E-Cigarettes

Tossing old vapes in the trash could actually be more hazardous than you thought, but here's the right way to safely get rid of old e-cigarettes.

7 Vintage Le Creuset Cookware Pieces That Could Be Worth a Lot of Money

Le Creuset cookware can last for generations if you take care of it properly. But some of the most valuable pieces could actually be worth a lot of money if you sell them.