Shaunacy Ferro
Joined: Apr 23, 2015
Shaunacy Ferro is a former associate editor at Mental Floss. Her work has previously appeared in Fast Company, Popular Science, and Architect magazine, among others. She lives in Brooklyn and spends most of her free time taking photos of her cat.
Why Aren’t Classical Statues Very Well-Endowed?
The Reindeer Rule: Why You’ll See Rudolph in Public Christmas Displays
Why Your Traditional Thanksgiving Should Include Oysters
Why Do Supreme Court Justices Serve for Life?
Alexander Hamilton argued that lifetime appointments to the Supreme Court were the only way, but some modern scholars disagree.
You’ve Been Putting on Band-Aids All Wrong—and Here’s What to Do About It
There is an art—and perhaps even a science—to putting on Band-Aids correctly.
Novella vs. Short Story: What’s the Difference?
As Stephen King once said, novellas are “too long to be short and too short to be really long.”
Watch the World’s First Horror Movie From 1896
'Le Manoir du Diable' has some pretty sweet special effects for the 19th century.
“The Thing”: When a Mysterious Teenage Ghost Haunted Taft’s White House
To this day, no one knows who "The Thing" might have been.
A Simple Trick for Keeping Your Apples Fresh for Longer
Apple season is among us. Here’s how to make the produce last for as long as possible.
Can You Spot the Hidden Bat in This Spooky Image?
There’s a bat lurking somewhere among the ghosts, black cats, and pumpkins in this Halloween hidden image puzzle.
9 of the Best Trees for Spectacular Fall Foliage
Trees like aspens, sugar maples, and black gums are known for their vibrant fall foliage.
Why Your Car Dashboard Says It’s a Lot Hotter Than It Really Is
You aren’t imagining things: Your weather app and your dashboard don’t often agree.
How Do Astronauts Get Drinking Water on the ISS?
Astronauts spending time at the International Space Station stay hydrated with a refreshing, filtered blend of recycled shower water and pee.
3 Simple Ways to Stay Tick-Free This Summer
There are several precautions you can take to keep ticks at bay this summer.
This Smart Planner Lets You Switch Seamlessly Between Handwritten and Digital Notes
Organicer is made for the obsessive planner who wants the best of both worlds: a paper planner and a digital calendar.