Rebecca OConnell

Joined: May 23, 2014

Rebecca O'Connell is a former assistant editor for mentalfloss.com. She lives in Brooklyn with her boyfriend and a Venus fly trap because she's not allowed to get a dog.

11 Facts About Beagles

Treat a teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week.

15 Smart Gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week

9 Short Facts About Dachshunds

Chihuahuas are small dogs with big personalities.

10 Facts About Chihuahuas

It's all fun and games until someone tumbles out of a window.

8 Pillow Fights That Caused Serious Trouble

Pillow fights can lead to some serious trouble. Don’t believe us? Here are some examples of times pillow fights took a turn for the worse.

12 Facts About Labrador Retrievers

You probably have or know at least one Labrador retriever, so you should get to know them better!

What 20 Famous Characters Look Like Without Masks

Secret Menu Items from 12 Fast Food Restaurants

If you're bored with the same old fast food fare, try mixing it up with some of these secret menu options. Just don't tell anyone we told you.

41 Things You Might Not Know About Dogs

This week John Green talks puppies!

30 Vintage Photos of People in Libraries

What 20 Famous Characters Look Like Without Masks

Chewbacca, Sloth, and Big Bird are all iconic roles, but could you pick any of the actors who played them out of a lineup?

Mariska Hargitay and Joe Biden in a 2016 episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.

When Joe Biden Appeared on Law & Order: SVU

'Law & Order: SVU' is known for its shocking twists, but in 2016 the show featured a surprise of a different variety: A cameo appearance from then-VP Joe Biden.

ANIMALS

13 Fun Facts About Ferrets

Happy National Ferret Day! In honor of the holiday, brush up on your knowledge about everyone's favorite (and longest) polecat-like pet.

DESIGN

Start Your Morning Right With the Alarm Clock That Makes You Coffee

Need help dragging yourself out of bed in the morning? The Barisieur is half coffeemaker, half alarm clock. It can brew coffee or loose-leaf tea, and even has compartments to for milk and sugar. Here's how to buy one for yourself.

FUN

9 Clever Products That Will Protect Your Lunch From Food Thieves

Keep hungry workplace scoundrels at bay with these nine products designed to deter any would-be lunch thieves around the office.

SMART SHOPPING

9 Ways to Get Your Caffeine Fix Without Coffee

Coffee isn't the only way to get your morning buzz on. Ditch the jitters and try these caffeinated bracelets, face wipes, and other innovative options instead.