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    Here’s the Real Reason the Dollar Sign Is an S

    Here's the story behind it—and why it wasn't always a "dollar" sign


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    14 Secret Ways Jackie Kennedy Made the White House Her Own

    In 1961, when John F. and Jaqueline Kennedy moved into the White House, Jackie was less than impressed by the...


    20 Words and Phrases That Don’t Mean What You Think They Do

    These common misnomers prove everyday language isn't always what it seems


    13 Things You Should Never Do in a Thunderstorm

    The obvious thing to do during a thunderstorm is to get inside. Once you're inside, remember these tips to stay...


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    Can You Guess the Movie Based on Just One Photo?

    These aren’t the iconic scenes from your favorite films, but let's see if you can guess the movie after all!


    There Used to Be Six More Letters in the English Alphabet!

    You thought you knew your ABCs, but our alphabet used to have a total of 32 letters instead of the...


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    Can You Identify the British Royal by Their Childhood Picture?

    Think you're a royals expert? Let's see if you can correctly guess who each of these royal babies and kids...


    15 Travel Point Perks You Didn’t Know Existed

    Miles and points can be a valuable currency, and it's easier to earn them than you may think. Here are...

    15 Fun Facts About the Moon You Might Find Spooky

    These interesting facts about the moon might make you look at the night sky a little differently


    11 Unanswered Questions About Grace Kelly’s Death

    Princess Grace of Monaco (formerly known as Hollywood star Grace Kelly) passed away on September 14, 1982, one day after...


    Here’s the Surprising Origin of Nike’s “Just Do It” Slogan

    Nike’s “Just Do It” origin story is definitely not what you’d expect


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    7 Little Etiquette Rules for Complaining on Social Media

    Read this before you unleash your discontent. Here’s when to complain, react, or just unfollow.


    11 Emergency Room Stories That Are Almost Too Crazy to Be True

    Nurses are known for being caring, empathic, organized, knowledgeable, and graceful under pressure, but let's face it: Emergency room nurses...


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    46 Etiquette Tips of the Victorian Era That Need to Make a Comeback

    Sure they might have been sticklers for following the rules, but from being courted to dressing up for dinner, some...


    The Dark, Untold Story About the Peace Sign

    It originated from flag signals meaning nuclear disarmament.


    There Were Originally 12 Amendments to the Constitution. What Happened to the Other Two?

    James Madison wrote a lot of them, some just didn't make the cut.


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    15 Real-Life Hidden Treasures That Haven’t Been Found Yet

    Hidden treasure is not just for pirates. Perhaps these tales of treasures that remain untracked will inspire you to go...

    11 Little-Known Facts About the Wedding of JFK and Jackie

    Think you know everything about John and Jacqueline Kennedy? These JFK wedding facts just might surprise you.


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    26 Funny Names for Groups of Animals That Are Totally Real

    From a grumble of pugs to a kindle of kittens, these funny names for groups of animals offer the right...


    7 Common Words That Mean the Exact Opposite of What You Think

    "Outlaw," "scan," and "irregardless"... you're using them all wrong.


    10 Weird Facts About Lightning Strikes

    Strange lightning-strike rashes? Exploding trees? A lake that's a lightning magnet? These lightning facts will, well, shock you.


    14 Fascinating Animal Cracker Facts You Probably Didn’t Know

    Take a trip down memory lane with these quirky animal cracker facts, from their curious past...


    Here’s How to Predict the Weather by Looking at the Clouds

    Want to know what kind of weather is brewing? Keep an eye on the sky for these 10 different types...

    13 Things You Never Knew About Earthquakes

    Earthquakes probably happen way more frequently than you realize.


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    This Is Why So Many Logos Are Red

    Yep, there's a scientific reason behind why you can't resist those bright red logos you see everywhere.


    8 Unsolved Medical Mysteries That Still Stump Doctors

    Modern medicine struggles to understand these rare and complex cases


    6 Countries with the Longest Lunch Breaks in the World

    Americans, read this and weep: Workers in these countries get two to three times as long for their lunch breaks....


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    15 Crimes That Will Never Ever Get Solved

    Cases can go cold for a variety of reasons, and when they do, it's incredibly frustrating. But it looks like...


    How to Make Small Talk, According to People Who Do It for a Living

    Not everyone is born with the gift of gab. If chatting doesn't come naturally to you, here are some expert...