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The Smallest Town in Every State

Think you live in a small town? These places give a whole new meaning to the concept.


14 Bizarre Things the Government Actually Has the Power to Do

The United States is known as the "land of the free"—but how free are we, really? Here are some strange...


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How Many People Actually Signed the Constitution?

The U.S. Constitution put in writing how the government of the United States should operate. Read on to find out...


10 Accidental Discoveries That Changed the World

From penicillin and anesthesia to saccharin and silly putty, chance played a major role in some of the world's great...


30 Little-Known Words That Will Help You Win Scrabble

Memorize these to be a winner every game.


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25 Facts You Learned in School That Are No Longer True

You don't want your kids to think you're a dinosaur—bring your knowledge up to date with these new facts.


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45 Facts You Never Knew About America’s First Ladies

Which first lady flew a plane with Amelia Earhart, or was reported dead by a Beijing newspaper? Keep reading to...


Why Is Coffee Called a Cup of Joe?

There are several different theories!

The Real Purpose Behind Those Diamond Patches on Backpacks

Turns out, it's a surprisingly handy tool you haven't been using.


This Is Why Americans Love Ice in Their Drinks and the British Don’t

You won't typically find a glass of water with ice on the other side of the pond.



What’s the Difference Between Peppermint and Spearmint?

Debating whether to use spearmint or peppermint? We have you covered.


Why Americans Use Fahrenheit Instead of Celsius

Why is there more than one system of measuring temperature to begin with, and why does the United States use...


50 Trivia Questions for Kids Only the Smartest Can Get Right

Test their knowledge (and yours) with a fun family trivia night!


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How to Win Tic-Tac-Toe: The Strategies You Need to Master

A few simple strategies can make you a master at tic tac toe.


Here’s Why Radio Stations Always Start with a ‘K’ or ‘W’

You probably never noticed that they do until now.


12 Easy Math Tricks You’ll Wish You’d Known This Whole Time

Put the calculator away—with these simple tricks you'll be able to solve most problems in a jiffy.

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370 Disney Characters from Your Favorite Movies and Shows

A comprehensive list of your favorite Disney characters awaits, from Abu to Zero!


This Is the Real Reason Aluminum Foil Has a Shiny and a Dull Side

Finally! One of your most pressing cooking quandaries, answered.


Why the United States Doesn’t Use the Metric System

Wondering why the United States is one of three countries in the world that doesn't use the metric system? The...


Thumbs-Up: The Fascinating Origins of Everyday Hand Gestures

How about a round of applause for history?


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Why Do Americans Drive Automatic—But Most of Europe Drives Manual?

Fewer Americans are learning to drive stick shifts, but Europeans prefer them. These are the reasons why.


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50 Astonishing Facts You Never Knew About the 50 States

Quick: Where are “idiots” not allowed to vote? Plus 49 other odd, outrageous, or revealing tidbits about America's 50 states.

52 Fascinating Facts About U.S. Presidents

Check out these wild, wonderful and just plain weird facts about U.S. presidents


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U.S. Presidential Trivia Questions Everyone Gets Wrong

If you paid attention in history class, you might have a shot at a few of these answers. How many...


59 “Did You Know” Facts That Are Almost Hard to Believe

Finally, explanations for things you never stopped to think about twice.



It Could Be Illegal to Throw Away These 8 Things

Americans throw away literally tons of trash. But tossing out any one of these items with your regular garbage could...


60 Weird Facts Most People Don’t Know

Prepare to have your mind blown.