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Body fat is not just something to get rid of. It plays important roles in the human body, from regulating metabolism to storing energy.

Jordan Rosenfeld

Let’s celebrate another year in the books with a look back at how our knowledge grew over the past 12 months.

mentalfloss .com, Stacy Conradt








The famous Cliff Palace at Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado was home to Ancient Puebloan people for hundreds of years.

Make sure your passport is current, book your flight, and let yourself imagine the lives of the people who called these ancient cities home.

Jen Pinkowski




She's probably looking at one of our map or dog pieces.

Content about maps, fascinating facts about everyday objects, language, and dogs was a hit among Mental Floss readers this year.

Kerry Wolfe












Menorahs are a staple of this festive celebration.

Every winter, Jewish people around the world spend eight nights lighting candles, eating latkes, and spinning dreidels. But what’s Hanukkah really all about?

Suzanne Raga