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10 Biggest Unsolved Mysteries About Planet Earth
From the water that covers most of it to the moon that orbits it, here are some bizarre things about...
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11 Strange Things Presidents Have Banned from the White House
Current and former Commanders in Chief have been picky about what's allowed on the property.
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15 Things People Get Wrong About Impeachment
Thanks to recent events, we're learning a lot more about the process of impeachment, including what's in the Constitution and...
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13 Unlikely Jobs U.S. Presidents Held After the White House
You can’t accuse these former presidents of resting on their laurels once they left office.
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15 Interesting Facts About Martin Luther King Jr.
We're sharing facts about Martin Luther King Jr. to commemorate his life and legacy as a civil rights leader
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This Is the Most Rat-Infested City in America
Before we know it, the rat population may exceed the human population in this city.
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The Smallest Town in Every State
Think you live in a small town? These places give a whole new meaning to the concept.
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14 Bizarre Things the Government Actually Has the Power to Do
The United States is known as the "land of the free"—but how free are we, really? Here are some strange...
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How Many People Actually Signed the Constitution?
The U.S. Constitution put in writing how the government of the United States should operate. Read on to find out...
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10 Accidental Discoveries That Changed the World
From penicillin and anesthesia to saccharin and silly putty, chance played a major role in some of the world's great...
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35 Best Scrabble Words to Help You Win the Game
These are the best Scrabble words to help you score major points!
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25 Facts You Learned in School That Are No Longer True
You don't want your kids to think you're a dinosaur—bring your knowledge up to date with these new facts.
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45 Facts You Never Knew About America’s First Ladies
Which first lady flew a plane with Amelia Earhart, or was reported dead by a Beijing newspaper? Keep reading to...
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Why Is Coffee Called a Cup of Joe?
There are several different theories!
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The Real Purpose Behind Those Diamond Patches on Backpacks
Turns out, it's a surprisingly handy tool you haven't been using.
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This Is Why Americans Love Ice in Their Drinks and the British Don’t
You won't typically find a glass of water with ice on the other side of the pond.
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17 Science “Facts” That Are Actually Not True
How many do you still believe?
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What’s the Difference Between Peppermint and Spearmint?
Debating whether to use spearmint or peppermint? We have you covered.
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Why Americans Use Fahrenheit Instead of Celsius
Why is there more than one system of measuring temperature to begin with, and why does the United States use...
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50 Trivia Questions for Kids Only the Smartest Can Get Right
Test their knowledge (and yours) with a fun family trivia night!
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How to Win Tic-Tac-Toe: The Strategies You Need to Master
A few simple strategies can make you a master at tic tac toe.
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Here’s Why Radio Stations Always Start with a ‘K’ or ‘W’
You probably never noticed that they do until now.
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12 Easy Math Tricks You’ll Wish You’d Known This Whole Time
Put the calculator away—with these simple tricks you'll be able to solve most problems in a jiffy.
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370 Disney Characters from Your Favorite Movies and Shows
A comprehensive list of your favorite Disney characters awaits, from Abu to Zero!
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This Is the Real Reason Aluminum Foil Has a Shiny and a Dull Side
Finally! One of your most pressing cooking quandaries, answered.
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Why the United States Doesn’t Use the Metric System
Wondering why the United States is one of three countries in the world that doesn't use the metric system? The...
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Thumbs-Up: The Fascinating Origins of Everyday Hand Gestures
How about a round of applause for history?
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Why Do Americans Drive Automatic—But Most of Europe Drives Manual?
Fewer Americans are learning to drive stick shifts, but Europeans prefer them. These are the reasons why.
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50 Astonishing Facts You Never Knew About the 50 States
Quick: Where are “idiots” not allowed to vote? Plus 49 other odd, outrageous, or revealing tidbits about America's 50 states.