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    150 Movie Trivia Questions and Answers for All Movie Lovers

    Film buffs, this one's for you. Put your knowledge to the test and see how many movie trivia questions you...


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    50 Examples of Onomatopoeia You Never Thought of

    You know the classic examples of onomatopoeia like “boom,” “splat,” and “pow,” but there are plenty of words you use...


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    The History of Jack-o’-Lanterns and How They Became a Halloween Tradition

    Why do we carve pumpkins on Halloween? This fun tradition dates way, way back to ancient customs and a spooky...


    Why Do We Bob for Apples on Halloween?

    Compared to other Halloween traditions and legends, its origins aren't as spooky. Learn more about how bobbing for apples came...


    Here’s Why the 7-Eleven Logo Looks Like That

    Why is it 7-Eleven and not 7-11? Why does the current 7-Eleven logo have a lowercase N? We answer the...


    If You See a Blue Twist Tie on Your Bread Bag, This Is What It Means

    That twist tie on your bread bag can tell you a lot about your loaf.


    If You See an Indent at the Bottom of a Wine Bottle, This Is What It Means

    Have you noticed wine bottles come with an indent at the bottom? Sip back and relax as we uncover fact...


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    What Hotel Buffets Look Like Now, Post-Pandemic

    Plated meals, an increased reliance on waitstaff, and higher costs may become the new normal for this popular hotel staple.

    If You See a Painted Purple Fence, This Is What It Means

    Knowing about purple paint laws can help you stay on the right path when driving or hiking in an unfamiliar...


    What Those Symbols on the Dollar Bill Actually Mean

    You probably see the dollar bill every day, but have you ever thought about the symbols on the dollar bill...


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    11 Times You Shouldn’t Use Your Left Hand

    Don't be caught doing any of these things...with your left hand.


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    30 Optical Illusions That Will Make Your Brain Hurt

    From spinning circles to disappearing dots, these insane optical illusions aren't what they appear to be. Are you ready to...


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    75 Pop Culture Trivia Questions to Test Your Knowledge

    Think you’re a pop culture pro? Some of these answers may not be as obvious as you’d think.


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    This Is the Most Mosquito-Infested City in America

    Mosquitos are an annoying summer bug, but for this West Coast city, they're a huge problem.


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    14 Obscure Etiquette Rules You Probably Break All the Time

    When it comes to eating, talking on the phone, or even introducing people, you're probably guilty of these not-etiquette-sanctioned behaviors.


    Why Is Toilet Paper White, Anyway?

    Color toilet paper was actually trendy in the 1950s.


    Where Did the Phrase “Knock on Wood” Come From?

    Cracking down on the meaning of this popular superstition, one knock at a time! Learn the "knock on wood" meaning...

    14 Visual Puzzles and Brainteasers That Will Leave You Stumped

    Try your hand at these tricky visual puzzles and give your brain a boost!


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    If You See an Orange Tag on a Car, This Is What It Means

    Hint: That orange tag is put there by local law enforcement.


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    The Hidden Detail on the Starbucks Logo You Never Noticed Before

    If you look closely, you’ll notice one small imperfection in the iconic Starbucks logo.


    Why Is There a Cotton Ball in Pill Bottles?

    Is it hurting more than it's helping?


    What Anti-Racism Means and What It Means to Be Anti-Racist

    It's not enough to get mad about racial inequality. You have to do something about it.


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    Here’s Why McFlurry Spoons Have That Square Handle

    This original McDonald's product design actually makes so much sense once you know its real purpose.

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    This Is What People Used Before Toilet Paper Existed

    Unless you have a bidet, a world without toilet paper seems impossible! Now it's left us wondering—what did people do...


    50 Lateral-Thinking Puzzles That Are Harder Than They Seem

    These lateral-thinking puzzles require some serious out-of-the-box thinking to solve. Are you up to the challenge?


    Colorism vs. Racism: What’s the Difference?

    Even within minority communities, discrimination persists in unexpected ways. If you’ve never heard of colorism, here’s what you need to...


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    If You See White Stuff on Your Baby Carrots, This Is What It Is

    Notice something white on your carrots? Here's what it is, and why you really shouldn't be worried about it.



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    If You See an “M” on an RSVP Card, This Is What It Means

    Consider it the letter that stumps party guests time and time again.