Why Is There a Cotton Ball in Pill Bottles?
Is it hurting more than it's helping?
If You See White Stuff on Your Baby Carrots, This Is What It Is
Notice something white on your carrots? Here's what it is, and why you really shouldn't be worried about it.
Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil Is Now Color-Coded—Here’s What All the Colors Mean
I'll be stocking up on lots of GREEN!
This Is Why Canadians Drink Milk Out of Bags
Canada has officially left all of America saying, "...eh?"
Why Are Yawns Contagious? Experts Weigh In on the Science Behind Yawns
Are you prone to catching yawns? Turns out there are some scientific reasons why yawns are so contagious. Here's what...
80 Acronym Examples You Should Know
Acronyms make communication easier, but who can keep track of what they mean? We can, and now you can too...
Here’s When You’ll Be Able to See the Strawberry Moon This Week
The June full moon isn't just a supermoon, it's a super strawberry moon! Here's what to look for in the...
If You See a Hole In a Pen Cap, This Is What It Means
Find out why there's a little hole in your pen cap and how it helps both you and your pen.
How Exactly Are Hurricane Names Chosen?
Nope, it's not random—they are decided years in advance. Learn how hurricanes are named, and who gets to name them.
22 Things You Never Knew About Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery honors those who have fought for our country’s freedom and is also steeped in a treasure trove...
The Declaration of Independence vs. The Constitution: What’s the Difference?
It's a common mistake to confuse the Declaration of Independence vs. Constitution—but there are important differences
50 Cat Facts That Are Purr-fectly Fascinating
Think you know everything there is to know about cats? Think again. We're about to blow your feline-loving mind with...
Earth Day Quiz: How Well Do You Know Our Earth?
It's time for the Earth Day quiz! Get green and test your knowledge of the environment, the oceans, animals, climate...
What Exactly Does the “Q” in “Q-tips” Stand For?
Q-tips are everywhere. You can find them in bathrooms, in doctor's office, and in episodes of CSI. But what exactly...
20 Cool Facts About Space We Bet You Didn’t Know
Perseverance just landed on Mars, where it will search for signs of life. But space's cool factor doesn't begin or...
15 Everyday Items You Had No Idea Were Made by NASA
The camera in your phone, the insulation in your walls, and that oh-so-comfortable mattress you sink into nightly: You can...
13 Facts You Probably Never Knew About Gold
Check out these fun 24-karat nuggets about gold.
Here’s Why You Don’t See Blimps Anymore
You still see planes and jets in the sky, but a blimp is a rare sighting these days.
24 Surprising Facts You Never Knew About the Bible
Whether you know your Scriptures chapter and verse or you rarely take a peek at the Good Book, these...
15 Hidden Treasures Rumored to Be Somewhere in the United States
Tales of hidden treasure are always thrilling, especially when the treasure in question might be right in your own backyard.
15 Fun Super Bowl Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About
These fascinating Super Bowl facts will keep you going until kickoff!
How Many People Are There in the World?
In honor of the United Nation's World Population Day, we take a look at some useful facts about the planet...
11 “Facts” About the Civil Rights Movement That Aren’t True
Separating fact from fiction isn’t just important from a historical perspective—it’s also essential in winning today’s fight against racial injustice.
This Is Why the British Drink So Much Tea
Making tea is the British response to every situation, from birthdays to bad news. But how did this small island...
18 Things You Think Are Illegal but Aren’t
It may come as a surprise, but all of these things are legal in the U.S., at least in some...
24 Astronomy Facts You Never Learned in School
From a bar in the clouds to finding more water from the Moon, outer space is constantly surprising us.
10 Biggest Unsolved Mysteries About Planet Earth
From the water that covers most of it to the moon that orbits it, here are some bizarre things about...
11 Strange Things Presidents Have Banned from the White House
Current and former Commanders in Chief have been picky about what's allowed on the property.
15 Things People Get Wrong About Impeachment
Thanks to recent events, we're learning a lot more about the process of impeachment, including what's in the Constitution and...
