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Movies have created some pretty pervasive myths and misconceptions.

13 Lies Movies Taught Us

In this episode of The List Show, Mental Floss editor-in-chief Erin McCarthy traces some of the most common myths we've gotten from movies.

Need to scan a document? Just grab your iPhone.

How to Scan Documents Using Your iPhone's Notes App

You don't need to use a bulky scanner to scan your documents. If you own an iPhone, it's as easy as taking a picture.

Airports are not exactly laptop-friendly.

The Real Reason You Need to Take Your Laptop Out at Airport Security

TSA agents need a closer look at your computer. Here's why.

What's the Kennection? #72

All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?

MeUndies Just Released New Barbie and ‘Shark Week’-Themed Collections—and You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Drawer

Whether you’re obsessed with Barbie or you just really love sharks, these new limited-edition collections from MeUndies can make your summer even more fun.

20 Weird Words for Bodily Ailments

Need a better word to describe what ails you? Look no further than this list of old, unusual ways to describe your aches, pains, and whatever else is happening in your body.

Scientists who worked on the Chicago Pile-1, a component of the Manhattan Project. Leo Szilard is pictured in the middle row in the trench coat.

“I Will Have Nothing to Do with a Bomb!”: The Scientists Who Opposed the Manhattan Project

Before J. Robert Oppenheimer had a change of heart, some of his fellow scientists opposed the U.S. government’s plan to make and deploy an atomic bomb.

‘Eat Lead!’: When Activists Hacked Talking Barbie

Thanks to the Barbie Liberation Organization, the congenial doll barked military orders and screamed "vengeance is mine!" during a very weird holiday 1993 toy season.

10 Fascinating Facts About J. Robert Oppenheimer

The enigmatic physicist at the center of Christopher Nolan's newest film may have come to regret being known as the “Father of the Atomic Bomb.”

America's Favorite Junk Food, Mapped by State

See where Doritos, Sour Patch Kids, and other processed snacks rank on this map of America's favorite junk foods.

8 Misconceptions About Japan

Not all Japanese game shows feature life-threatening challenges, and not all ramen lovers slurp loudly. Let's debunk a few more misconceptions about Japan.

Make This New England-Style Seafood Chowder Any Time of Year

Seafood chowder is one of the few foods that tastes just as good in the summer as it does in the winter.

The Reason Your Converse Sneakers Have Extra Holes on the Side

You may have never noticed the extra holes on the sides of your Chuck Taylor All-Stars, but they serve a clever purpose.

Start the new school year off right with these useful essentials.

10 Back-to-School Products to Add to Your Shopping List

The best back-to-school products can help make your return to the classroom a little easier come fall.

A Little-Known Tick Trick Allows Them to 'Jump' Onto Your Skin

Ticks can't fly, but they can still defy gravity to start sucking your blood.

Why Is TV Called the ‘Boob Tube’?

When TVs became popular in the 20th century, some people started calling it ‘the tube.’ That nickname soon spawned an even catchier one: ‘the boob tube.’

The Doors, The Airborne Toxic Event, Louise Post of Veruca Salt, and Steely Dan.

20 Band Names Inspired by Classic Books and Literature

These 20 bands each took their names from the pages of classic works of literature by the likes of C.S. Lewis, William S. Burroughs, Charles Dickens, and beyond.

It's not every day you get paid to eat cotton candy.

Your Family Could Get Paid $15,000 to Visit Midwestern State Fairs This Summer

This dream job includes a week of free hotel stays and pays $15,000 (plus other perks).

Here's how to figure it out once and for all.

A Simple Trick for Remembering When To Use ‘Who’ vs. ‘Whom’

All you need for this easy grammar check is a couple of pronouns you already know how to use correctly.

Trosky Castle was built atop volcanic plugs in the Czech Republic.

10 Wondrously Unusual Castles From Around the World

From Europe's smallest castle to a fortress built into a cliff, these unique castles all break the mold.

MA: New Bedford residents say seagull sculpture is 'too sexy'

A Busty Seagull Statue Is Ruffling Feathers in Massachusetts

The buxom bird is considered too lewd for public display.

Wondering what to take on your next adventure? These products can help.

Traveling In A Van This Summer? These 12 Essentials Will Make Your Time On The Road Easier

Before you hit the highway, be sure to stock up on these van life essentials that’ll make your next adventure even more enjoyable.

Here’s how to nail the pluralization of your name—even if there’s a possessive involved.

To Apostrophe or Not to Apostrophe: How to Pluralize Your Last Name

Pluralizing a last name can seem confusing—and it gets even more confusing when you want to make a name both plural and possessive. Here’s how to correctly do both.

5 European Princesses Who Are Preparing to Reign

In the coming decades, five princesses are expected to ascend the thrones of Belgium, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, and Sweden.

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