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These books altered history in ways big and small.

Here, in no particular order, are just a few of history’s most influential tomes—and how they made humanity look at things in a new light.

If there were an award for most covered artists of all time, The Beatles would undoubtedly be a top contender.

Jim Carrey had a year unlike any other actor in 1994, during which he starred in three number one comedies: 'Ace Ventura: Pet Detective,' 'Dumb and Dumber,' and 'The Mask.'

Nearly a half-century after its release, Queen’s classic “mock opera”—a favorite of Wayne and Garth’s—is still regularly cited as one of the greatest songs ever recorded.

These linguistic illusions will hurt your brain.

Linguistic illusions—a phenomenon in which your judgment or understanding of a sentence or phrase conflicts with its actual meaning or structure—reveal how we process the world, and remind us that things aren’t always as they seem.

Matthew Macfadyen and Sarah Snook in 'Succession.'

The Roy family of 'Succession' is pretty foul-mouthed, but are they the filthiest TV characters?

The rules for donating blood have recently changed.

'Weird Tales' was a pioneer in fantasy and horror.

The pulp magazine, which turns 100 this year, inspired Stephen King and made a star out of Conan.

The best children’s books of all time include works by J.R.R. Tolkien, Maurice Sendak, Louisa May Alcott, and more.

Not a lot of time to clean? Not a problem.

Mental Floss and Roborock have teamed up to share six easy tips for cleaning your house in no time.

Presented by: Roborock

Tennis star Billie Jean King has had a lasting influence on sports and beyond.

Billie Jean King is one of tennis’ most celebrated athletes. But she also championed gender equality efforts and fought for equal pay in sports.

Whether it's the proximity to the sea or a slice of history that pulls you in, these lighthouses offer something for everyone.

Before you head to the beach, don't forget to apply sunscreen to these key spots.

Even if sunscreen is part of your daily routine, there might be some major areas—like your eyelids—where you’ve been forgetting to apply it.

Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘The Last Supper’ (black border added).

Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" is one of the most admired, most studied, and most reproduced paintings the world has ever known—and it has inspired some wild theories.

Before venturing outdoors, read up on the most common myths about ticks.

Charred gunk on your grill can inhibit performance and lead to a bummer of a burger. Here’s how to fix it.

Learning how to pronounce ‘biopic’ is one thing. Understanding why it’s such a commonly mispronounced word is another.

Have a dad who is hard to shop for? Here are the best Father’s Day gifts for all kinds of father figures, including everything from multitools to beard-trimming kits and more.

A mural showing Harvey Milk inside the San Francisco politician's former camera shop.

Stonewall is the most famous, but it’s just one of many American sites that hold significance for LGBTQ history.

From a record-breaking mountain climber to a British adventurer who may have died searching for a city that doesn’t exist and beyond, these explorers have fates that are shrouded in mystery.