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They're a must-have in the wintertime for a reason.

Are snow tires really worth it? Discover the real differences with all-season tires, including affordability, rubber tread, and more.

Many drivers think that giving your engine time to reach its normal operating temperature is easier on your car than hitting the gas as soon as you turn the ignition on. Many drivers are wrong.

What are eggs, really? It's complicated.

Here‘s how people are able to stay warm in igloos.

The interior of an igloo can be 40 to 60 degrees warmer than its surrounding environment.

Here‘s how to keep your canine clean and happy.

The answer varies based on your pet‘s coat, activity, and skin type.

Changing your default browser in Google Chrome is no hassle.

Prefer Google Chrome but not the Google search engine? That’s no problem.

What’s a wazoo, and why do we invoke it?

On the possible origins of ‘wazoo,’ and why things are said to tumble out of it.

A head bonk is one of the biggest signs of affection from cats.

They do it because they love you.

Every time a new year rolls around, people set out to better themselves. But why do we make these promises to ourselves, and where did this tradition come from? We can start by blaming the ancient Babylonians.

There‘s a time and place for black tea (left) and herbal tea (right).

“Caffeine-free tea” isn't actually tea at all.

The proverb that empowers rude shoppers has been going strong for over a century. Who’s to blame?

Frozen precipitation comes in many forms, and they all pose unique threats.

Drop this fact at your New Year’s Eve party.

The meaning of ‘ring in the New Year’ is now mostly metaphorical, but it used to involve literal ringing.

The ‘hidden headlamps’ were having a moment. Then pesky pedestrian safety cramped their style.

Next time someone confuses the two drinks, you‘ll know how to correct them.

Don’t let wine aficionados hear you confuse these two sparkling beverages.

What is a flapjack? If you’re in England, it’s not a fluffy round cake made from batter and fried in a pan.

Can wrapping paper be recycled? As you may have guessed, correctly disposing of wrapping paper can be a bit complicated.

If you’ve ever been jinxed into owing someone a soda, you should know why.

How do these two famous vampires compare?

Ahead of Robert Eggers’s adaptation of ‘Nosferatu,’ here’s a breakdown of the differences and similarities between the two iconic bloodsuckers.

Pink slips have had a lot of different meanings over the years.

Getting laid off has long been associated with getting a fancy pink invitation to the unemployment line. Why?

Building snowmen is not a new winter activity.

From children decorating them with hats and carrot noses to giant sculptures of fan-favorite characters, where there is snow, there will be snowmen. Here’s a brief history of why we build them.

Let’s investigate the high-stakes world of Social Security trivia.

In 1936, someone got bragging rights to having the lowest possible Social Security Number—but only after several others turned it down.

A dreidel and pile of chocolate gelt are a common sight during Hanukkah celebrations.

It’s often said the dreidel was a way Jewish people communicated their faith during ancient times of oppression. But the Hanukkah game is actually a lot more recent.

Illustration of people enjoying wassail, circa 1800.

Here‘s everything you need to know about this beloved Christmas tradition, from how it evolved to a fun guide for doing it yourself.

All-Season Tires vs. Snow Tires: What’s the Difference?

Why You Shouldn’t ‘Heat Up’ Your Car’s Engine in Cold Weather

Are Eggs Dairy?

How Do Igloos Keep People Warm?

How Often Do You Need to Bathe Your Dog?

How to Switch Your Default Search Engine From Google in Chrome

Why Do We Say “Up the Wazoo”?

Why Does My Cat Headbutt Me?

Why Do We Make New Year’s Resolutions?

Decaffeinated vs. Caffeine-Free Tea: What’s the Difference?

Who First Said “The Customer Is Always Right”?

What‘s the Difference Between Hail, Sleet, and Freezing Rain?

Why Do We ‘Ring In’ the New Year?

Why Don't Cars Have Pop-Up Headlights Anymore?

Champagne vs. Prosecco: What’s the Difference?

What’s the Difference Between Flapjacks and Pancakes?

How to Properly Dispose of Wrapping Paper

Why Do We Say “Jinx”?

What’s the Difference Between Dracula and Nosferatu?

Why Is Being Fired Called ‘Getting the Pink Slip’?

Why Do We Build Snowmen?

The Surprising History of the Hanukkah Dreidel

What Is Wassailing, Anyway?