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.

30 of the Best Memorial Day Deals to Shop Right Now

With these apps, you don't have to stress out at the checkout counter.

These Apps Are Helping Families Save Big on Grocery and Restaurant Bills

Your dishwasher probably isn't broken—it all comes down to science.

Why Does Plastic Never Fully Dry in the Dishwasher?

Sometimes it’s better to think inside the box.

4 of the Best Cat Litters, According to Vets and Cat Experts

Someone better check on Abbi from "Broad City."

Bed Bath & Beyond Is Closing Its Doors Forever—Here’s What To Know

The retailer recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to liquidate its remaining stores. Here’s what Bed Bath & Beyond’s closing sales mean for coupons, returns, and more.

Don't get too cozy—these areas could probably use a little extra cleaning.

Checking Into a Hotel Room? Here Are 5 Things You Should Clean Yourself

Your hotel room might be dirtier than you think. Here are some of the worst spots—plus what to do about it.

Keep these antioxidant-rich fruits firm and fresh for longer with these tips.

Want Your Grapes To Stay Fresh? Here’s How To Properly Store Them

These kitchen hacks can help extend the shelf life of your grapes and keep them fresh for weeks to come.

The media mogul born ‘Orpah’ Winfrey has made quite a name for herself over the years.

10 Incredible Facts About Oprah Winfrey

Since making her national TV debut with ‘The Oprah Winfrey Show,’ Oprah has become a global icon. Discover more fascinating facts about her life here.

13 Discontinued Doritos Flavors

Nacho Cheese and Cool Ranch aren’t going anywhere, but these flavors didn’t stand the test of time.

10 Google Chat Easter Eggs

Ready to up your chat game? Use these 10 handy tricks to unveil the fun Easter eggs hidden in Google Chat.

Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier on April 15, 1947.

42 Facts About Jackie Robinson

Jackie Robinson broke the baseball color line in 1947 and became the first African American to play on a major sports team.

10 Hidden Images on Album Covers

Sometimes, there's more to an album cover than meets the eye.

Hayao Miyazaki is the director behind acclaimed animated movies such as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, and The Wind Rises.

11 Facts About Hayao Miyazaki

Director Hayao Miyazaki is responsible for some of the most beloved animated movies of all time—here are 11 things you should know about him.

Participants standing in front of an altar during Día de los Muertos

20 Halloween-Like Traditions From Around the World

While Americans are dressing up and trick-or-treating around Halloween, other countries are playing with fire and partying at Dracula's castle.

Claire Danes and Jared Leto star in My So-Called Life (1994).

19 Facts About My So-Called Life

On August 25, 1994, teenagers across the country were introduced to Angela Chase, Claire Danes's character in the beloved, albeit short-lived, teen drama 'My So-Called Life.'

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10 Characters Left Out of the Movie Adaptations of Popular Books

While many film adaptations try to be faithful to the source material, others take creative liberties by changing the setting, altering relationships, cutting out entire storylines, and eliminating key characters.