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What SOS Stands For and Where It Came From

Nope, it's not "save our ship." Not even close.

36 Math Jokes to Get Every Nerd Through Pi Day

Celebrate March 14—aka Pi Day—with these corny math jokes, puns, and one-liners. Don't worry: Unlike...

14 Facts You Probably Never Knew About the Month of March

The month of March isn't just about celebrating St. Patrick's Day and the start of...
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April Fools’ Day: How Did It Start and Why Is It April 1?

The origins of the prank-lovers' favorite holiday are murky. In fact, it's possible that the...
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April Fools! 10 Facebook Pranks You Can Pull Off in Seconds

Anyone who leaves their Facebook profile unguarded on April 1st is a true April fool.

Here’s What a Blizzard Looks Like from Space

Believe us: You've never seen planet Earth like this before.
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The Most Complicated Word in English is Only Three Letters Long

Three little letters, 645 meanings.

15 Animals Who Are Probably Smarter Than You

Think humans are the smartest animals? Raccoons pick locks, crows know physics, and bees hold...
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This Is the Most Annoying Word in the English Language

Don't believe us? It's been voted most annoying word for over a decade.

17 Mind-Blowing Facts About the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade

It's all fun and games until a balloon hits an airplane.

The Real Reason We Vote on a Tuesday in November

It's a 175-year-old tradition that starts with drunks and farmers. But is it worth keeping?
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If You Laugh at These Dark Jokes, You’re Probably a Genius

Laughing doesn't make you a bad person—just a smart one.

30 Funny Thanksgiving Quotes to Share Around the Table

Gobble them up!
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Confirmed: This Is How You Should Hang Your Toilet Paper

Over or under? We finally have the answer.

What Is the Longest Word in English? Hint: It’s 189,819 Letters Long

Move over, "antidisestablishmentarianism." The longest word in English will leave you speechless.

Why September Is the Most Popular Month for Birthdays

Nine of the ten most common birthdays are in September. Is yours one of them?
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11 Irregular Plural Words That Sound Completely Wrong—But Aren’t

We all know irregular plurals like "geese" and "mice." But have you ever heard of...
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21 Weird Ways the World Changes in Autumn

The weather isn't the only thing that changes.
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5 Split-Second Decisions People Made That Saved Their Own Lives

Kidnapped at gunpoint? Cornered by a mountain lion? Stranded in a snowstorm? These everyday people...

25 of the Funniest Jerry Seinfeld Quotes

A collection of hilarious and thoughtful quotes from 
Jerry Seinfeld, a generation’s favorite comedian.
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20 Free Things You Can Do Online—That Weren’t Free Before

Put your wallet away. The Internet is full of free books, free movies, free coupons,...

42 Everyday Fixes to Survive Basically Anything

Stay calm. Gather your wits. We’re going to get through this together. Here, our experts’...

20 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Barbie

Barbie's immodest beginnings, her presidential ambitions, her impossible proportions, and more.

6 Romantic Words with No English Equivalent

Sometimes love defies language. Other times, just English.
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20 Funny Google Searches That Really Make You Wonder Who’s Asking These Questions, Anyway

Thanks, autocomplete!