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The “Penny Has 5 Children” Riddle: Try to Solve the Viral Riddle

Penny has five children and a penchant for giving her kids some rather unusual names. You know the first four, but can you guess the fifth?

If You See Window Bars with a Potbelly, This Is What It’s For

The window bars are for security—and the bump serves a purpose too. Here's what we discovered.


12 Surprising Facts About Fingerprints, Including Why We Even Have Them

Why do we have fingerprints? While impressive, it's not just to unlock a smartphone or catch a bad guy. Here's...


26 Famous People’s Names You’re Probably Mispronouncing

Sorry, but you've likely been pronouncing the names of these famous celebs and historical figures incorrectly. Here, we're setting the...


If You See a Gold Porch Light, This Is What It Means

Like red, green and purple porch lights, gold porch lights also have a meaning behind them

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Does the Color of Windshield Wiper Fluid Matter?

Windshield wiper fluid's only job is to assist in cleaning the windshield so you can drive safely. But does its...


That’s Why We Do That! The Uncommon Origins of Common Habits

These things seem so commonplace, we barely think about them. But how did they get started, exactly?

Think a Coin Toss Is 50/50? Think Again

People have been relying on the coin toss for quick, unbiased decision-making since ancient times. But is a coin flip...


Song Stuck in Your Head? Here’s How to Stop Those Pesky Earworms

We've all had a tune linger in our head for much longer than we'd like. Here's why earworms happen—and what...


What Is IQ, and How Well Does It Predict Success?

What does IQ measure? According to our experts, having formal intelligence and being smart are not necessarily the same thing.


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What Exactly Is MSG—and Is It Really Bad for You?

Learn what the flavor enhancer MSG really is, what foods it's found in—and what risks may be associated with it

Can You Make Your Own Luck? Experts Explain How to Stack the Odds in Your Favor

Feeling lucky? It’s more than a matter of chance. And as luck would have it, we’ve got the tips on...


These Are the Rarest Birthdays in the United States

How popular is your day of birth? Celebrate the rarest birthdays—and the most common!


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100 Animal Trivia Questions That Will Test Your Smarts

Test your knowledge of the animal kingdom with these fun, educational, and exciting trivia questions.