14 Fascinating Facts You Never Knew About the Pentagon
Learn how it got its unique shape and other interesting Pentagon facts
13 Moon Mysteries That Scientists Are Trying to Figure Out
Even though it's right there above us, close enough to visit, scientists still have a lot of questions about Earth's...
10 Bizarre Human Body Features You Didn’t Know Existed
Superheroes may only exist in comics and movies, but some of these regular human abilities definitely qualify as superpowers.
22 Fun Facts Everyone Should Know About Washington, D.C.
From monumental mishaps (literally) to unusual voting laws, our nation’s capital has a strange history. Here are some Washington, D.C.,...
The 7 Unluckiest Days Around the World
Friday the 13th is just the beginning
This Is the World’s Longest Place Name—And It Has 168 Letters
The longest place name in the world is a mouthful—and we dare you to try to pronounce it
These 10 Secrets of Scandinavians Are Why They’re So Healthy
When you think Scandinavia, do you conjure up images of vigorous rosy-cheeked people, filled with energy and optimism? Who doesn't?...
9 Weird Facts You Never Knew About Laughter
You'll get a chuckle from this trivia about one of our most ancient forms of expression and communication.
Why Are There Only 28 Days In February?
No, it's not because it's terrible and everyone wants it to end immediately.
Can You Guess How Many Living People Share Your Birthday?
When people add "And many more..." to the end of "Happy Birthday," they aren't kidding.
This Is Why You Only See No. 2 Pencils
In all likelihood, if you rummaged through any given school desk in the U.S., the first pencil you'd encounter would...
The Real T. Rex Sound Is More Unsettling Than You Think
Paleontologists believe that the real T. rex sound was nothing like the roar you hear in the movies. But it's...
The Science-Backed Reason Why You Can “Smell” Snow
An olfactory scientist weighs in.
12 Surprising Facts About Competitive Eaters
Prepare to enter the world of competitive eating. Word of caution: You may want to do so on an empty...
10 Crazy Things You Can Only Find in Japan
If you spot blue traffic lights and sweet potato Kit Kats, you're probably in Japan.
This Is the Real Reason Why Wedding Cakes Are White
Wedding-cake history involves a lot more than taste tests and good-luck traditions. Here's how this wedding staple started.
Here’s Why There’s a 57 on Your Heinz Ketchup Bottle
No, there aren't 57 types of Heinz ketchup.
Here’s Why You Never Got an E on Your Report Card
A, B, C, D, F—wait, what? Why is there no E in the grading system?
There’s a Very Specific Reason Why the Oval Office Is an Oval
It's not just for the sake of alliteration.
Here’s the Meaning of the Numbers in Your Social Security Number
Tell us your Social Security number, and we'll tell you what state it was issued in, at least...
This Is the Rarest Hair Color and Eye Color Combination in Humans
If you have the rarest hair color and eye color combination, you're one in a million—or more!
Believe It or Not, This State Only Has Two Escalators—Here’s Why
The weird thing is, there's TONS of elevators...
These Are the Luckiest Days of the Year to Do Everything, According to Numerology
Numerology predicts many life events, believers say. When will good fortune come your way?
If You Were Born Between These Years, You’re Part of a Brand-New Micro-generation
If you had to adapt to the digital age, you're probably a Xenial.
Here’s Why Highways Have Those Concrete Walls Alongside Them (It’s Not What You Think!)
They're massive, they're everywhere and they're surprisingly misunderstood—here's what a highway wall is really for
How Your Nose Got Its Shape (It’s Not Just DNA)
You might have the same narrow nose as your mom, but new research has discovered that there's more to nose...
Here’s How to Escape a Car That’s Sinking Under Water—And Why Every Second Counts
If you're in a car that's under water, you need to stay calm, act fast and get out alive. Here's...
11 Exotic Origins of Everyday Things
So THAT's where poker came from.
8 Sweet, Surprising Facts About Jelly Beans Every Candy Lover Should Know
We found juicy jelly bean trivia every candy lover needs to know
