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?
The Delicious History of Hot Chocolate
The tasty beginnings of a beloved winter tradition: drinking hot chocolate
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...
How to Pluralize Last Names for Holiday Cards—Especially Tough Ones Ending in “S”
'Tis the season for holiday cards! Here's how to properly write plural last names, whether you're signing them or addressing...
These Are the 2023 Words of the Year, According to Dictionaries
What word defined the past year for you? Find out if your guess matches the actual word of the year...
You’re Blushing! The Science Behind Those Rosy Cheeks
Turning beet red is never fun, but the science behind why people blush, a uniquely human phenomenon, sure is fascinating
How to Write a Sick-Day Email—Plus Templates to Use When You’re Under the Weather
When you feel miserable, it’s hard to craft the perfect sick-day email. We’ve done the hard part for you, so...
How to Win Connect 4 Every Time, According to the Computer Scientist Who Solved It
Ready to discover new expert-approved Connect 4 strategies? Learn how to win Connect 4 and conquer your opponent every time.
10 Positive Phrases Americans Find Cringiest in 2023
Don't feel bad if you roll your eyes at these overly optimistic phrases. You are not alone!
This Is Why Your Sneakers Have an Extra Hole
Ever noticed that extra shoelace hole on your sneakers? It's there for a reason, and you should be putting it...
How to Focus: 9 Science-Backed Ways to Block Out the Noise and Improve Your Concentration
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What Is IQ, and How Well Does It Predict Success?
How to Tell If Someone Is Lying, According to a Human Lie Detector
Body language, facial expressions and speaking habits can help you detect dishonesty. Here's how to tell if someone is lying,...
Dishes Still Wet After Running Through the Dishwasher? Try This
This dishwasher hack will dry your dishes in just five minutes!
How Looking for Love at Mensa Changed My View of Intelligence
Bright or not, true love is hard to find. But searching for your other half in a crowded room of...
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...
The “Four Hat” Riddle: Try to Solve the Viral Riddle
The numbers are small, but the stakes are high in the "four hat" riddle. We tip our hat to whomever...
The Phone Etiquette Mistake Gen Z Needs You to Stop Making
Are you guilty of this phone faux pas? Here’s what you should be doing instead.
How Many Numbers Are on a Clock? Try to Solve the Viral Riddle
If you've got the time, we've got the riddle. And it's time for a riddle about time: How many numbers...
Emotional Intelligence: The Skill That May Be More Important Than IQ in Achieving Success
Find out what emotional intelligence is and if you have the secret smarts that will lead you to happiness and...
“Who Killed Mrs. Smith?” Riddle: Try to Solve the Viral Riddle
When Mrs. Smith is murdered, every suspect has a plausible alibi—or so it seems. Can you solve the viral "Who...
How to Learn Something New Every Day to Stay Sharp (and Interesting)
Life is rarely boring if you're open to discovering new things. Here's how to learn something new every day so...
Jewish Funeral Etiquette for Non-Jews: An Attendee’s Guide to End-of-Life Events
Not all funerals are the same, even within Judaism. Here are the Jewish funeral etiquette guidelines you need to...
New Study: This American Accent Is Disappearing
Things aren't looking so peachy for this classic American accent
This Is What a Massage Therapist First Notices About You
From your intake form to your body-hair situation, here's what your masseuse registers before they even touch your body
These Are the Rarest Birthdays in the United States
How popular is your day of birth? Celebrate the rarest birthdays—and the most common!
