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The Reason Dresses and Jeans Have Fake Pockets

Jeans sometimes have a fake pocket. There are reasons for that, but not they're not necessarily good ones.

The Reason Dresses and Jeans Have Fake Pockets

Which Trailblazing Women Should Be Featured on Quarters? The U.S. Mint Wants Your Suggestions

Which historical women deserve a tiny, metallic likeness?

Which Trailblazing Women Should Be Featured on Quarters? The U.S. Mint Wants Your Suggestions

Cascatelli, the World’s Newest Pasta Shape, Is a Game-Changer

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Cascatelli, the World’s Newest Pasta Shape, Is a Game-Changer

What's the Difference Between Men's and Women's Razors?

It's not just about color.

What's the Difference Between Men's and Women's Razors?

What Are NFTs Anyway?

In March 2021, digital artist Beeple sold a JPG of Everydays: The First 5000 Days for a record-setting $69.3 million.

D.C. Court Wants to Erase Garamond Font From Filings

D.C. judges have strong feelings about typefaces.

11 Secrets of LEGO Designers

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The Smart Reason There Are Black Lines on Basketballs

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The Clever Reason Behind Those Black Lines on the Sides of School Buses

"The Wheels on the Bus" doesn't cover this.

You Can Win a Custom Tiny Home While Supporting a Charity That Helps Girls Learn New Skills

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A Rare Chinese Porcelain Bowl Found at a Yard Sale Could Fetch $500,000 at Auction

The lotus bowl, worth much more than $35.

The Reason Public Bathroom Stalls Have Gaps

Public bathrooms are uncomfortable for a reason.

The Real Reason Cars Have Those 'Grab Handles' Above the Doors

"Oh, sh**!"

Faster Than the Speed of Flight: Watch the Concept Video for Virgin’s Hyperloop Transit System

New York's F train is jealous.

Sew Your Own Designs Onto This Compostable Phone Case

Pela Case

Why Are There Tabs on the Sides of Aluminum Foil Boxes?

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