From the proper way to make a sandwich to how best to cope with a school bully, these '50s-era films seek to educate and entertain. They're partially successful.

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From Jordan Peele’s ‘Get Out’ to Rian Johnson’s ‘Knives Out’ (and Meg LeFauve’s ‘Inside Out’), these movie scripts deserve a standing O.
Over the centuries, relic fragments of what are said to be St. Nick’s bones have been acquired by an impressive number of churches around the world.
We spoke to dog groomers about the most challenging breeds to groom, their tricks for handling difficult customers, and other hairy aspects of the job.
In 2001, newly minted Oscar winner Steven Soderbergh gathered up some of the biggest names in Hollywood and pulled off a heist movie for the ages.
Eggnog is a holiday staple in the U.S., but America hasn't cornered the market on the beverage; in fact, countries from Mexico to Scotland have their own eggnog recipes.
More people are naming their cats ‘Loki’ than their dogs. Also, ‘Brady’ is less popular in Boston than it used to be.
From an indulgent eggnog to a rich hot chocolate, these classic holiday drinks that will keep you feeling cozy throughout the season.
Whether you're traveling internationally or domestically, these are the best airlines to fly with in 2021.
L.M. Montgomery's 'Anne of Green Gables' is a classic, but that's not the author's only notable work. Here are seven other titles by Montgomery that you should read.
From Copacabana to Cayo Coco, here are 10 of the world’s best beaches to add to your travel bucket list.
Get your home spotless before guests arrive this holiday season with these simple tips for cleaning up in a hurry.
Famous presidential portraits, literary masterpieces, and iconic tourist destinations all make the list of amazing unfinished projects.
Whether they're homesick for Old Blighty or just fans of 'Bridgerton,' the British history buffs on your list will appreciate these thoughtful gifts.
The fashion of the modern Christmas tree has left tinsel behind, and you can too. With these seven alternatives, we don’t think you’ll even miss it.
Whether you're heading out to the store or just shopping online, these tips will help you get the most out of the best Black Friday sales.
Mail-proofing holiday cookies is serious business. Here are eight tips for mailing the beloved seasonal treats the right way.
From its first steps out of the primordial sludge of the ARPANET days to its current role as a vessel for cat videos and Netflix, we're taking a look at just some of the most important moments in internet history.
No Mental Floss celebration—and no celebration of Mental Floss—would be complete without dropping a few fascinating facts and tidbits of trivia.
If you go for a walk in any one the 20 worst U.S. cities for dog poop, just remember to look down every 5 to 10 seconds.
In 1992, Francis Ford Coppola released 'Bram Stoker's Dracula'—a movie that looks like no other Dracula before or since.
Whether you’re shopping for a history buff, curator of weird anecdotes, or a fan of fiction, we’ve got plenty of books for your holiday gift list.