
BIG QUESTIONS
Why Are Your Favorite Rain Boots Called 'Wellies'?
Much like sandwiches and afternoon tea, Wellingtons are a still-practical mainstay that we can thank the British aristocracy for.
What's the Difference Between Caramel, Toffee, and Butterscotch?
Hint: The confectionaries are both made with melted sugar, but they use different ingredients.
Is It Illegal to Fake Your Own Death?
The technical term is "pseudocide."
What Happens When You Pull The Emergency Brake On the Subway?
Why Is Popcorn the Default Movie Theater Snack?
It’s hard to imagine attending the latest blockbuster without a jumbo bucket of excessively buttery, salty popped corn.
Why Doesn't the Earth Rotate Beneath Us When We Jump?
An age-old question to keep you grounded.
How Did Spring Break Get Its Start?
Thanks to MTV, we all know what Spring Break is about: Bikinis, debauchery, plenty of alcohol, and collegiates flocking to beaches en mass to work on their tans and run amok. Where did this tradition start?
What is Lorem Ipsum Filler Text?
This random filler text isn't so random after all.
What Did Grover Cleveland Do Between Terms?
After losing to Benjamin Harrison, Cleveland really thought he was done with government. But his wife thought otherwise.
How Does Weather Radar Work?
Weather radar is an incredible piece of technology, and knowing how to interpret the colors on the map can keep you safe as we enter severe weather season.
Should You Drink Soda for an Upset Stomach?
Some people swear by drinking soda, especially ginger ale, to cure an upset stomach. But is soda ever the cure for your health woes?
What Was the First-Ever Tweet?
On March 21, 2006, the tweet that launched a 140-characters-or-less empire was sent.
Why Does Seeing Food Make Your Mouth Water?
The phrase “mouth-watering” is actually pretty accurate. Prepare to become acutely aware of how much spit is in your mouth right now.
How Much Land in Los Angeles Is Dedicated to Parking Spaces?
In a city where everyone drives, how much parking is needed?
How Does Casting Work When it Comes to Finding Specific Body Types?
From Quora.
What Do Those Symbols on the iPhone Mean?
The truth is out there. Here’s what you’re really looking at.
Why Are Social Security Cards So Flimsy?
A super-important piece of your identity is about as durable as toilet paper.
Why Are the Majority of U.S. Companies Incorporated in Delaware?
Why the First State is number one when it comes to business leniency.