15 Historical Figures’ Names You’re Probably Mispronouncing
Here’s how to pronounce ‘Elie Wiesel,’ ‘Cixi,’ and 13 other famous names from history.
2023-07-14 20:27
The Riveting Reason Blue Jeans Have Those Little Metal Studs Over the Pockets
If you’re wearing jeans, you’ll probably spot some tiny metal rivets surrounding the front pockets. Like a lot of details in life, we’ve become accustomed to seeing them. So why are they there?
2023-07-14 05:24
The Reason So Many British Pubs Are Named ‘The Red Lion’
There are more than 500 pubs in the United Kingdom called The Red Lion. It all traces back to King James VI and I.
2023-07-06 05:20
Can Doctors Self-Prescribe Medications?
Doctors can self-prescribe, but it's generally discouraged and the practice has quite a few stipulations.
2023-07-06 01:17
The Forgotten Fifth Line of the “Something Old, Something New” Bridal Poem
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue—and something else, too?
2023-07-05 05:17
Lay vs. Lie: When to Use Each
The ‘laying vs. lying’ situation is tricky—but direct objects can help.
2023-07-04 21:24
Why Do Cats Lick Tape and Plastic?
Your cat's weird snacking habits may be related to compulsive behavior condition—or they might just like the crinkly sound.
2023-07-03 21:17
Fear vs. Phobia: What’s the Difference?
The definition of ‘phobia’ is similar to that of ‘fear’—but there’s a big difference in the threat level.
2023-06-26 22:28
Submarine vs. Submersible: What’s the Difference?
There’s a reason nobody’s referring to the missing ‘Titanic’ submersible as a submarine.
2023-06-22 02:49
Why Meteorological and Astronomical Seasons Don’t Line Up
Happy first day of (meteorological) summer!
2023-06-21 01:53
Why Are Hyperlinks Blue?
Unpacking the reason hyperlinks are blue requires dipping into early internet history.
2023-05-31 22:22
The Clever Reason Why Grocery Stores Change Their Layouts So Often
A grocery store’s layout strategy is very calculated—and rearranging inventory is meant to confuse you.
2023-05-31 01:26