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Who Were the Actual Brooks Brothers?

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Who Were the Actual Brooks Brothers?

What Is the Citizenship of a Baby Born on an International Flight?

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What Is the Citizenship of a Baby Born on an International Flight?

Does Putting a Penny in the Microwave Really Make It Shrink?

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Does Putting a Penny in the Microwave Really Make It Shrink?

Why Do We Say ‘Spill the Beans’?

This is a Greek tragedy.

Why Do We Say ‘Spill the Beans’?

What's the Difference Between Sex and Gender?

The IAAF has required Olympic gold medalist Caster Semenya to take medication to lower her testosterone levels—a demand she has actively fought against.

What Benefits Do Presidents Get After They Leave Office?

Barack Obama walks on the colonnade after leaving the Oval Office for the last time as President on January 20, 2017.

Why Do Dogs Chase Their Tails?

He's got skin (and hair) in the game.

Do Carbon Filters in Face Masks Offer More Protection Against Coronavirus?

Cloth face masks can help slow the spread of coronavirus. But do they need filters, too?

Why Do Cats Like to Chill Out in Sinks?

Cats are not sleeping in sinks solely to annoy you. That's just a bonus.

Why Do Cats 'Slow Blink' at People?

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Why Are Decaf Coffee Pots Orange?

If you're looking for a caffeine fix, you know that orange pot isn't going to help.

What Should You Do In the Unlikely Event You Meet An Alien?

If you ever find yourself in a Mac and Me-type situation, it's best to know what to do.

Why Does Altitude Affect Baking?

This woman is going to make a quick stop at Whole Foods' bakery section before book club.

Eldest vs. Oldest: What's the Difference Between These Two Age-Related Adjectives?

Danny DeVito will help illustrate our point.

Do Politicians Need a Musician's Permission to Play One of Their Songs at a Campaign Event?

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The Reason Your Dog Follows You Everywhere

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