BIG QUESTIONS

Why Does the Snooze Button Only Give You 9 More Minutes of Sleep?

Why not make it an even 10?

Why Is Cheese So Expensive in Canada?

It’s all thanks to a little something called supply management.

Why Do Canadians Drink Milk in Bags?

It’s not just the Canadians who drink milks in bags—Minnesota and Wisconsin are getting in on the action, too.

How Do Contestants Collect Prizes on ‘The Price Is Right’?

Are there hidden costs attached to those big prizes? Turns out, all winners on "The Price is Right" are expected to pay up before taking possession of their prizes.

Why Is Lined Paper Called 'College Ruled'?

There are many different types of lined notebook paper. To help tell them apart, you might have to break out a ruler.

Why Are Weekends Two Days Long?

You can thank hangovers.

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What's the Difference Between a Coffin and a Casket?

Though the terms are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two. And it's all in the shape of things.

Why Are Cats Such Picky Eaters?

There's a good reason why Mr. Whiskers turns his nose at a change in his food.

Does Tapping a Soda Can Really Prevent It From Fizzing Over?

The practice is meant to settle the fizz, but how does it work?

How Does Someone Become a Superdelegate?

It’s an extremely powerful position, but how does one actually land the gig?

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What’s the Difference Between a 'Good Source Of' and an 'Excellent Source Of' on Food Labels?

They mean specific things. "Natural," however, is a different story.

How Do Power Outlets On An Airplane Stay Grounded?

Being able to charge your laptop like you would at home is a perk, but how is the electrical socket grounded when you’re 35,000 feet above the Earth?

Where Does the Expression ‘Crocodile Tears’ Come From?

The expression been used as a fable to teach sincere repentance, by Shakespeare to convey false grief, and, more recently, by media mocking tearful politicians or murder suspects.