MF EXPLAINS IT ALL

LEGO bricks are notorious for being indestructible, but one color is an exception.

Sick astronauts on a space mission can’t just pop down to Earth to see a doctor. Here’s how they deal with bumps, bruises, and worse.

When something goes wrong with your car, a curious-looking icon illuminates on the dashboard. But what those symbols mean isn’t always obvious.

Latin isn’t widely spoken in Latin America, so why is it called that?

Are bagged salads and other leafy greens safe to eat without rinsing off first? Find out whether pre-washed produce still needs to be cleaned off beforehand, plus more.

Common household cleaning products like dish soap and laundry detergent might get forgotten about for years before being found and used. Will they still be effective?

It doesn’t have to be a traumatic experience.

Where did this curious expression come from, and what’s so right about rain, anyway?

In honor of Valentine’s Day, discover the origins of the phrase ‘weak at the knees,’ including its ties to ancient Rome and even astrology.

Also called scallops, these tiny indentations have a purpose. And it’s not just to make the knife look cute.

Does rotating really extend the life of a mattress, or is it just outdated advice? Find out whether or not you should, plus the differences between rotating vs. flipping mattresses.

Why your drunk friend feels so much heavier than your sober buddies.