This Is Why We Hang Ornaments on Christmas Trees
A timeless tradition's fascinating origin story.
This Is What Your Handwriting Says About You
Learn what your crossed T's really mean.
19 Interesting Facts We Learned in 2019
Good news: Beer is good for your gut health!
The Coldest Temperature Ever Recorded in Every State
Think you can guess which of the 50 states' record low was the only one above zero?
27 Amazing Facts You Never Knew About the United States
We don't have an official language and a burrito is not legally a sandwich.
This Is Why Santa Gives Naughty Kids a Lump of Coal on Christmas
Honestly, it is all about convenience.
The 50 Biggest Highlights of the 2010s
<em>Hamilton</em>, Beyoncé, and streaming... oh my!
10 Things You'll Only Understand if You Were Adopted
And insight into why you shouldn't use terms like "real" parents.
11 Unique Greetings From Around The World
Not everyone shakes hands or nods heads.
50 Amazing Facts We Learned in the 2010s
Did you know we could hear the universe?
What Do You Call the 2010s? An Expert Weighs In
Naming a decade is harder than it seems.
The 10 Things That Defined the 2010s
From superhero movies to memes.
Here's What You Call People Living in Every State
Wait, that's the official name for residents of Indiana?
The Surprising Origin of "Hello"
This greeting isn't as old as you might think.
13 Important Native Americans You Didn’t Learn About in School
These indigenous peoples turned adversity into achievement.
21 Surprising Facts About American Dynasties
These families mean business.
20 Big Dog Breeds That Are Perfect for Any Family
Make some room!
13 Facts About the Number 13 That Will Freak You Out
Here's what you don't know about the world's unluckiest number.
17 Incredible Facts About Witches
Find out the disturbing origins of their pointy hats.
40 Things No One Over 40 Should Have to Put Up With
Please, <em>do not</em> ask us to help you move!
