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Things You Didn't Know Came From West Virginia

Sink your teeth into these West Virginian creations.... READ ON

The Weird Syntax of "How Dare You?"

Do you dare to learn more about modal verbs?... READ ON

Things You Didn't Know Came From Georgia

If you think Georgia is only about peaches, you're in for a surprise.... READ ON

The Best Way to Cut a Pineapple

Don't be intimidated by cutting fresh pineapple—the extra effort is so worth it.... READ ON

Things You Didn't Know Came From Oregon

Whether you're an athlete or a Netflix enthusiast (or both), Oregon has enriched your life.... READ ON

How a Fictional Photographer Protects Dictionaries

If you look up "Mountweazel" in the dictionary, you won't find anything in the rodent family.... READ ON

Things You Didn't Know Came From New Jersey

Some pretty great inventions have grown out of the Garden State.... READ ON

The Theatre Development Fund Rents Costumes Used on Broadway

From Hamilton to Hamlet, the Theatre Development Fund has an archive of 80,000 costumes available.... READ ON

Card Tricks 101: The Waterfall!

Spend 30 seconds with Frank Sung and you'll be able to wow your friends with your card handling skills. (OK, it might take a little practice.) For more amazing cardistry, be sure to check out Frank's Instagram feed.... READ ON

There's a Better Way to Inflate Your Pool Floatie

Your lungs will thank you.... READ ON

The Weird Syntax of 'Sexiest Man Alive'

We wouldn't say "Sexiest Man Bald" or "Sexiest Man Tall," so why "Sexiest Man Alive"?... READ ON

Things You Didn't Know Came From Pennsylvania

Ever felt a little uneasy on a Ferris Wheel? That's Pennsylvania's fault.... READ ON

How to Freeze a Bottle of Water Instantly

Watch water turn to ice right before your eyes.... READ ON

Oscar Mayer is Expanding the Wienermobile Fleet

If you're excited by Wienermobile sightings, wait until you see these new additions.... READ ON

Things You Didn't Know Came From Ohio

Look, up in the air! It's a bird...it's a plane...it's a list of Ohio inventions!... READ ON

This is How a Theremin Works

Theremin players don't even have to touch the instrument to create eerie music.... READ ON

There's an Easier Way to Shuck Corn

Stop picking endless strands of corn silk out of your corn on the cob.... READ ON

Unimpressed with Paris? You Might Have Paris Syndrome

Sometimes the City of Light isn't all it's cracked up to be.... READ ON

The Biggest Thing to Happen in the East Room of the White House

In a house full of history, this was still something else.... READ ON

The Most Out-of-This-World Sandwich Ever

Astronaut John Young's practical joke was rather crumb-y.... READ ON

When Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons Go Rogue

Who remembers the time Barney got taken down by the NYPD?... READ ON

The Corporate Origins of the Smiley Face

The world's happiest symbol has a surprising origin story.... READ ON

7 Sushi Facts You Should Know

Learn the truth about wasabi, why that little plastic bamboo leaf exists, and more.... READ ON

The Exclusive Club Of Non-Metric Countries

We bet you can guess at least one of them.... READ ON

The Brilliant Way a Soviet TV Talent Show Conducted Voting

Simon Cowell, eat your heart out.... READ ON

Advice from the CIA's 'Simple Sabotage Field Manual'

Want to stick it to the man? Here are some tips from the Central Intelligence Agency.... READ ON

When Baby Incubators Were a Sideshow Attraction

They were a hit at Coney Island.... READ ON

This Romantic Tree Has Its Own Postal Code

It's a legendary oak for lovers.... READ ON

Despite No Front Legs, This Cat Is Bounding Through Life

It's hard not to be inspired by this remarkable feline.... READ ON

10 Benefits of Having a Dog

Dogs will never cease being the best.... READ ON

Avoid Spelling Pitfalls With a Little Etymology

You won't get tripped up on tricky words if you know the story behind them.... READ ON

How to Cut a Mango Without Making a Mess

Mangoes are impossible to cut, right? Wrong.... READ ON

This Pizza Looks Delicious, But It's a Bit Salty

This pepperoni pizza looks good enough to eat. Trust us, it's not.... READ ON

Lily Hevesh's Domino Creations Are Mesmerizing

These domino arrangements are even more beautiful when they're toppled. ... READ ON

A Better Way to Eat Watermelon

Sink your teeth into a slice of watermelon without getting juice everywhere.... READ ON

Watch Artisans Build Beautiful Globes by Hand

Bellerby and Co. is one of two companies in the world that make handcrafted globes.... READ ON

How to Make a Liquid Density Lava Lamp

No actual lava is involved.... READ ON

These Intricate Models of Urban Buildings Even Have Graffiti

This artist is able to get the tiniest details right.... READ ON

These Tantalizing Cupcakes Aren't Actually Cupcakes

They look good enough to eat! (But you can't eat 'em.)... READ ON

There's an Invisible World in New York Pond Water

The delicate artistry of pond gunk.... READ ON

How to Win 'Jeopardy!' (From Someone Who's Won 'Jeopardy!')

There's more to the game than just trivia.... READ ON

How to Master a Roll of Annoying Plastic Wrap

Don't let your plastic wrap get the better of you.... READ ON

How to Zip a Hard-to-Reach Zipper

There's a very easy solution to your endless zipper struggles.... READ ON

How to Safely Cut an Avocado

All the delicious flavor, none of the pain.... READ ON

How to Get Ketchup Out of the Bottle

Solving the age-old diner riddle once and for all.... READ ON

Avocaderia Is the World's First Avocado Bar

A bar dedicated to avocados? Yes, please.... READ ON

Why We Have Irregular Verbs

There's a reason we don't say "drinked" or "eated."... READ ON

A Better Way to Clean Your Sneakers

Getting your kicks to be squeaky clean is a snap.... READ ON

How to Make Whipped Cream in a Jar

Homemade whipped cream is way easier than you think.... READ ON

How to Avoid Running Into People on the Sidewalk

Hint: It's all about the eyes.... READ ON

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