You May Want To Rethink Getting Ice At A Fast Food Restuarant For This Gross Reason
We don't usually think twice about getting ice in our water, but it can actually be very unsanitary due to the presence of harmful bacteria.
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Why Did So Many Nazis Escape To Argentina?
Many Nazis notoriously escaped to Argentina and elsewhere in South America after World War II. Here's why Argentina welcomed Nazi immigrants. -
What Did Bigfoot Have To Do With The Hot Lotto Scandal Of 2010?
The Hot Lotto scandal of 2010 has a strange and surprising link to the popular legend of Bigfoot. Here's how the two are connected. -
A 95-Million-Year-Old Crocodile Was Discovered With An Entire Dinosaur In Its Stomach
A 95-million-year-old crocodile was recently discovered with a whole dinosaur in its stomach. Here's how such a remarkable find was possible. -
Why Mickey Mouse Has Appeared On Election Ballots Since The Great Depression
When it comes to the popular ballot in elections, let's face it: Name recognition goes a long way, as does voter passion, or even lack of it. -
Train Surfing: The Extreme 'Sport' That's Both Deadly And Illegal
Train surfing is a new and dangerous "extreme sport" that's both deadly and illegal, having resulted in multiple deaths in various countries. -
A Homicide Archivist's Chilling Estimate On Serial Killers In The U.S.
The FBI estimates serial killers are responsible for less than 1% of the murders committed in any given year in the United States. One man thinks otherwise. -
Why Birds Don't Fart
Animals of all sorts, whether mammals, reptiles, or birds, share certain behaviors in common, and others that are unique to one group or the other, like farts. -
Why James Cromwell's Role In Babe Led Him To Become A Vegan Activist
James Cromwell, who starred in the movie "Babe," was inspired by his involvement with the film to become a vegan activist. Here's why. -
Where Do Deer Sleep In The Winter?
Come the cold winter months, some animals ride out the storms by hibernating, others by becoming dormant, and others head for warmer climates. And deer? -
Thanksgiving Was Celebrated Twice In 1939 Due To A Confusing Change By Franklin Roosevelt
There are certain powers that come with the office of president of the United States, and then there are the gray areas of presidential authority. -
How Day Of The Dead Is Really A Celebration Of Life
Primarily celebrated in Mexico and parts of Central and South America, the Day of the Dead has also become increasingly popular in other countries. -
Cars Have Crashed Into This Man's House 23 Times In 50 Years
A car crashing into a house sounds like a pretty rare occurrence, but this Northern California man has dealt with 23 cars crashing into his house. -
A 100-Million-Year-Old Fossil Uncovered A Key Fact About Bedbugs
While most creatures living in the days of the dinosaurs are long extinct, scientists discovered a particularly nasty hanger-oner — the lowly bedbug. -
The Life-Saving Organ Donation Serial Killer Charles Cullen Gave From Prison
The request left many scratching their heads: A man who admitted to murdering dozens of people asked permission to save a life by donating an organ. -
The Only Popes To Ever Visit The White House
Some popes in modern history had a reputation for travel, visiting numerous countries for public gatherings. Some even stopped by the White House. -
The Biggest Theories On What Made 'Alien' Holes On The Ocean Floor
The depths of the world's oceans hold many unsolved mysteries. Now, you can add one more: Who or what created the patterns of small holes on the ocean floor? -
What Does International Men's Day Celebrate?
There are those dedicated national holidays in the United States, observed annually and with great fanfare. Comes now an unofficial, positive day honoring men. -
How A WWII Ship Turned Into A Floating Forest In Sydney
Mother nature seems more than happy to reclaim territory humans have built upon -- there is even a WWII ship turned into a floating forest in Sydney. -
The Russian Family That Spent Four Decades Alone In The Siberian Wilderness
The Siberian forest is a desolate, harsh, uninhabitable land. It's 5 million square miles of wilderness, some of the last left on the planet. -
The True Story Behind Larry Bird And Julius Erving's Infamous Fight
As it turns out, there are different versions of the story that sparked that infamous brawl between Larry Bird and Julius Erving. Here they are. -
The Truth About The American Who Created Pickleball
Joel Pritchard created something that calmed, amused, and delighted his children, and eventually, it morphed into the fastest-growing sport in the country. -
The Unique Way Richard Pryor Calmed His Nerves Before Performing Comedy
Richard Pryor was a groundbreaking standup comedian, writer, and actor. But even the greatest performers have to find a way to deal with nerves. -
The Vintage Biscuit That Once Pulled Over $20,000 At Auction
Sometimes a slice of wedding cake ends up in a couple's freezer, to be thawed on an anniversary or two. That's one preserved memory involving baked goods. -
Meet The British Soldier Who Was Freed But Then Returned To A Prisoner Of War Camp
It would be hard to argue that warfare has ever been anything but cruel, costly, and painful. But there have been moments of honor amid the tragedy. -
Why Nostradamus Followers Believe He Predicted The Rise Of Global Warming
Melting glaciers, hotter temperatures, rising sea levels — these are just some of the signs of global warming. Did Nostradamus predict its rise? -
The Unexpectedly-Intact Cargo Found On A 375-Year-Old German Shipwreck
The waters of Earth have claimed millions of ships and boats of all sizes and nationalities. Every once in a while, a wreck is found and explored.
