Alex is a writer and expert excavator of fascinating facts. He's the author of five books, including Weird-O-Pedia, Happiness Hacks, and the New York Times–bestseller The Santa Claus Man.
Never be mistaken for a tourist again.
Ditching straws is just the start.
Here's everything the history books won't tell you.
Learn all about the greatest style evolution in history.
Honestly, when was the last time you saw a tack made of brass?
And why many experts still say it ought to be one
And why freshwater isn't quite as fresh as you'd think
Surprisingly, it has nothing to do with safety.
The truth behind the moniker of America's favorite bird
The feline narcotic induces an all-too-human reaction.
The surprising origins of these two ubiquitous terms
Things are about to get much, much cooler. (And we're not talking about the A/C).
Unlock the hidden stories sleeping in every part of your home.
The big psychology of dropping a tiny penny
Never waste a single extra penny again.
C'mon. By now, you should know better.
Well, assuming they're fiscally responsible adults
Thank god Back to the Future wasn't Spaceman from Pluto!
If you think sharks are murderous, you haven't met a "deathstalker."
"Yeah, tell me about it..."