Weird Ways Science Says You Can Make Yourself Smarter
Science has been super-busy, unearthing secrets ways for us to get smarter. You may already be amping up your brain without even realizing it!
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What Those Triangles Inside Airplanes Really Mean
If you're an observant passenger, you've probably noticed that on each side of the cabin there is one tiny little triangle, either black or red, perched up above the window. What's the deal with that? It's not some creepy representation of the Bermuda Triangle, right? Yikes!
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The Most Horrifying Things That Happened At Funerals
Funerals are somber affairs, with lots of crying and hugging. So imagine how bad it would be if everything went horribly wrong. Though it is rare, mistakes, accidents, and disruptions can make a funeral go from bad to catastrophic. Here are the most horrifying things that happened at funerals.
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The Worst Things Captain Kirk Has Ever Done
Captain James T. Kirk of the starship Enterprise has done it all. Of course, "all" doesn't always mean "good." If you look past the grandiose heroic moments, you'll find that Kirk's lauded career is full of truly terrible actions on virtually every level.
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The Strongest Dog Breed In The World
One of the more interesting measurements in a dog is its pure strength. When you absolutely, positively need to find a dog that even the most muscular dude at Muscle Beach would struggle to hold when it decides to finally go after that squirrel, what breed will you turn to? Let's find out!
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What Fred Rogers' Wife Thinks About Tom Hanks
It's a tricky thing, telling a Hollywood version of a person's life, especially someone who's still very much present in the public consciousness. But box office gold isn't going to strike itself, and A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood is here to tell the story of the reverend Fred Rogers.
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The Tragic Real-Life Story Of Hollywood Boulevard Superman
Christopher Dennis was the famous Hollywood Boulevard Superman for 25 years. But Dennis' life wasn't all flowing capes and amiable photos with admiring tourists. It was filled with sad events that culminated in his untimely death. Here's the tragic real-life story of Hollywood Boulevard Superman.
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The One Place In The US That Google Earth Didn't Update For Years
Everywhere you go, Google is watching you, snapping photos of your house, refreshing its database, and documenting for the world to see... except for one location. For eight years, there was a single place in the Southwestern U.S. desert that remained invisible from Google Earth for all that time.
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Here's How Bill Gates Spends His Billions
In November of 2019, Bill Gates managed to make the leap from second to first place on the list of the richest people in the world, with wealth valued at $110 billion. But what does he actually spend all those billions money on?
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Here's How Much A Miniature Cow Will Cost You
Nowadays, it's more important than ever to own your own cow. But in this economy, it's becoming more and more difficult for young people to own property with enough grazing area for that thrill-a-minute cow ownership lifestyle. That's where miniature cows come in. Here's how much they cost.
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Things No One Should Ever Be Doing To Their Cat
Because we love our cats we want what's best for them, but you might not actually know what's best for your cat.
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The Rarest Dog Breed In The World
A lot of dog breeds are contenders for "world's rarest." So really, it's hard to say which one is the rarest, because the answer depends a lot on who you ask. And you're asking us which is the rarest dog breed, so we're going to tell you. This is the rarest dog breed in the world.
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What Is The Longest Tapeworm Ever Recorded?
There are many species of tapeworm, though for some reason all their names are pronounced like a blood-curdling scream. They belong to a class of flatworms that contains more than 1,000 species. That's a lot of parasites to choose from, and the one you swallow could end up being way longer than you.
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The Most Expensive LEGO Set Ever Sold
Every kid loves a good LEGO set, and many adults aren't afraid to build insane things with them in their spare time, either. LEGOs spur creativity, build spatial intelligence, lead to highly satisfactory results... and, unfortunately, cost two limbs and a half. What's the most expensive of them all?
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What Really Happens To Cats When They Eat Too Much Catnip
If you own one of those L.A. party scene cats that loves to get wild, you're no doubt aware of the drug menace ensnaring so many of today's most promising cat youth. Catnip: the jazz cigarettes of feline culture. Here's what happens if your cat has too much catnip.
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The Real Reason Jeff Bezos Wants To Buy An NFL Team
For most of us, a $100 Keno windfall at the local neighborhood bar and grill means a big splurge. So when you're among the world's richest people of all time like Jeff Bezos, you can afford to flex in bigger, brawnier ways -- like buying your neighborhood NFL team.
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Chicken Soup Good For Both Soul And Malaria, Research Suggests
Apparently, the soul isn't the only thing chicken soup is good for -- based on findings from a British primary school's National Science Week project, it's also great for malaria.
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The Messed Up Truth Of The Women's Suffrage Movement
By the 19th century women were sick of being second-class citizens who were expected to do whatever their husbands told them. But change was going to require some loud, attention-getting stuff, and some people might even have to die. Here's the messed up truth about the women's suffrage movement.
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Here's How Much Money Chuck Norris Is Actually Worth
Chuck Norris has been spin-kicking his way to our hearts in karate tournaments, movies and memes since the 1960s. Clearly, he's a man of many talents, but how much have said talents earned him? Let's find out!
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The Real Reason You Can't Pump Your Own Gas In These States
One of the oft-touted examples of how woefully unskilled today's whippersnappers are is their lack of knowledge about cars. And did you know that there are New Jersey drivers can't pump their own gas? Oh wait, that's because of a law that was passed in the good old days of 1949. What gives?
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Canadian Bartender's Last Request: 'Serve My Toes In Whiskey'
A bartender in Canada's Yukon territory, Captain Dick died in November 2019 at the ripe old age of 89, per the CBC. In fact, he was so ripe he was practically he was fermented. Though, that might be the alcohol talking -- specifically, the cocktail that will use his toes as a garnish.
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The Biggest Controversy To Ever Happen On Jeopardy!
Obviously, the best controversies in Jeopardy history typically involve Sean Connery or Burt Reynolds. But when it comes to the real thing, even a game show synonymous with integrity isn't controversy-free. And one in particular stands out.
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The Truth About Brandon Lee's Death
Like James Dean and Heath Ledger, Brandon Lee died on the cusp of his greatest success. Lee — merely 28 years old at the time of his death. His dark performance as Eric Draven in The Crow earned him his place in film history... and sadly enough, led to his 1993 death.
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Here's How Much College Athletes Will Get Paid Now
The NCAA's governing board has finally voted that college athletes should be allowed to receive compensation. Now that the "federal" governing board of the NCAA has voted, it's up to the three divisions to decide on specific rules and details. But how much money will they get paid now?
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The Dog Breed That Lives The Longest
If you're trying to find a canine companion who will stay by your side a little longer than others, which breed should you turn to? As it happens, there's one particular breed of doggo that's known to keep chasing squirrels for more years than most, and you might've never heard of them...
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Wu-Tang Clan Is Planning A Theme Park In South Korea
In South Korea, they do things a bit differently -- which is why the Wu-Tang Clan has chosen to build a theme park there.
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10 Times Ford V Ferrari Lied To You
Ford v Ferrari is the story of when, in 1966, a team of drivers representing Ford won the 24 Hours of Le Mans auto race. But like any movie based on a true story, Ford v Ferrari's filmmakers took a few creative liberties to make the story more cinematic. Here are 10 times Ford v Ferrari lied to you.
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