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These U.S. Airlines Offer the Most (And Least) Legroom in Economy Seating

Looking for extra legroom on your next flight? From JetBlue to Spirit Airlines, discover which U.S. airlines and aircrafts offer the roomiest ride, according to this recent analysis.

Druids celebrating the spring equinox at Stonehenge.

9 Rituals to Celebrate the Spring Equinox

From balancing an egg to eating phallic food, here are nine rituals to celebrate the start of spring.

How Ireland Became the ‘Emerald Isle’

The origins of Ireland's ‘Emerald Isle’ nickname trace back to the 18th-century physician, poet, and activist who penned the poem “When Erin First Rose.”

He inspired a lot more than just Burns Night.

8 Things Named After Scottish Poet Robert Burns

Burns Night isn't the only thing named after Robert Burns. Streets, towns, and monuments throughout the world were christened in his honor.

The 20 Best and Worst U.S. States For Drivers

Drivers in Iowa have some of the least stressful commutes in the country.

“Refreshingly Mad”: 10 Facts About the First Pole-to-Pole Journey Around the World

Ginnie and Ranulph Fiennes's Transglobe Expedition circled the globe—just not the normal way.

The 10 Most Turbulent Flight Routes in America

Turbli crunched the numbers on flight routes with the most turbulence.

It's unclear if this sign in California breaks the new rules.

Highway Signs Can No Longer Be Fun, Says Government

The Federal Highway Administration thinks funny highway signs defeat the purpose of the sign.

Dublin, Ireland 1960s in color [60fps,Remastered] w/sound design added

Stroll Through 1960s Dublin With This Remastered Video

This historic footage of Dublin, Ireland, from the 1960s has been colorized and remastered in high definition.

There’s a reason no one lives on Palmyra Atoll.

10 Uninhabited Islands—and the Reasons They’re Devoid of Humans

Some of these islands were never occupied by humans, but the majority have been abandoned.

Search of the Internet Revealed No Evidence of Time Travelers

The researchers analyzed search engines, search data, and social media in hopes of turning up evidence of time travelers.

The Reason Why You Can’t Drink Airplane Bathroom Water

Glugging tap water on a plane is a terrible idea.

Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile visits a Chicago school.

Oscar Mayer Is Looking for New Wienermobile Drivers—Here’s How to Apply

Would you relish the opportunity to see the USA through the windshield of a motorized hot dog? Now’s your chance.

This 50-Year-Old Footage Shows What Life in New York Was Like in the 1970s

Long gone are the days of graffitied subway cars and cigarette ads in Times Square.

Times Square New Year's Eve 2023 celebration.

A Brief History of Times Square’s New Year’s Eve Celebration

New Year’s Eve in Times Square is one of the most famous traditions in New York City. Learn how Manhattan's most colorful party came to be.

A TSA agent examines a passenger for any remaining dignity.

You May Soon Be Able to Screen Yourself at Airports

New technology will soon allow travelers to pat themselves down at airport security checkpoints.

There was something for every type of reader on MentalFloss.com in 2023.

Our 25 Most Popular Stories of 2023

Once again, Mental Floss readers proved to be curious about all sorts of niche topics—and our editors and writers were happy to oblige their interests.

Can You Bring Knitting Needles On a Plane?

Traveling with two sharp sticks can get a little tricky.

If you want to make the London Eye part of your British vacation, be prepared to wait.

The 20 Tourist Attractions With the Most Notorious Lines

If you want to get the full tourist experience, waiting in line is unavoidable.

Night sky over Capitol Reef National Park.

The 10 Best Places for Stargazing in the U.S.

Utah's state and national parks dominate the list of America's best stargazing locations.

A pub’s name may mean more than meets the eye.

The Stories Behind the 10 Most Popular British Pub Names

British pubs names like the Red Lion, the Crown, and the Royal Oak offer a window into the country’s history.

These barriers weren’t born in New Jersey.

Why Are Road Partitions Called “Jersey Barriers”?

They might be called “Jersey barriers,” but they weren’t born in the Garden State.

Transporting food and beverage is a big part of commuter life.

14 Thoughtful Gifts for Commuters

The best gifts for commuters make your loved one’s journey to work something they’ll look forward to.

Here Are Two Very Good Reasons Not to Sleep During Your Plane's Take-Off and Landing

Save your nap for the cruising portion of your flight.

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