

Jake Rossen
Joined: May 6, 2013
Jake Rossen is a senior staff writer for Mental Floss.


Are English Muffins Actually English?

The Surprising Reason Cats Love to Roll Around in Catnip—and It's Not Just for the High

Idris Elba Was Unhappy With Stringer Bell's Fate on 'The Wire'
Disney's New Cruise Ship Is Offering Up a $5000 'Star Wars' Cocktail
The $5000 Kaiburr Crystal drink is part of the ship's Hyperspace Lounge.
Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins and the Great Dinosaur Utopia of Victorian England
Hawkins was the Steven Spielberg of his time—an artist and visionary who created an immersive world where giants still walked the Earth.
When Taco Bell 'Bought' the Liberty Bell
In 1996, Taco Bell pulled a fast one by announcing they had bought the Liberty Bell and were taking it to company headquarters in Irvine. Not everyone thought it was funny.
10 Things You Might Not Know About Calvin Coolidge
Our 30th president, born on the Fourth of July in 1872, once pardoned a raccoon.
Why Do We Say Things Are 'Piping Hot'?
It's a warning put out by waitstaff and parents everywhere. But what does 'piping' have to do with it?
6 'Seinfeld' Fan Theories That Will Blow Your Mind
The world of 'Seinfeld' grows even more bizarre when you account for some of these wild fan theories viewers have offered.
The Reason Braces Are Made of Metal
There's a good explanation for why your orthodontist may recommend metal braces over plastic aligners.
In Florida, It Will Soon Be Illegal to Have Your Car Stereo Turned Up Too Loud
The statute targets cars blaring music that can be heard 25 feet away. Critics say it's just a sneaky way to pull suspicious vehicles over.
The 12 Best TV Shows to Stream on Netflix Right Now
From hilarious coming-of-age dramedies to reality shows that will soothe your soul, here are some of our favorite TV shows streaming on Netflix right now.
The Most (and Least) Painful Places to Get a Tattoo
Thinking of getting some ink? Maybe skip your armpit.
The 8 Best Horror Movies on Netflix Right Now
From hook-handed killers to psychological thrillers, these flicks are guaranteed to rattle your nerves—and are all just a click away on Netflix.
10 Musician and Band Names You've Probably Been Mispronouncing All Along
From pronouncing a Beastie Boy to Sade, here are a few tips for your tongue.