• The Most Expensive Dog Breed In The World

    There's nothing like putting a price on something priceless like pet ownership. Humans are the kings of commoditization, however, so we'll slap a price tag on it. It shouldn't be a surprise then, that we price dogs according to their breed, and that one typically fetches more money than any other.

    By Jim Dykstra September 5th, 2019 Read More
  • The Real Reason Airplanes Are Always So Cold

    What is the deal with the temperature on airplanes? Is it all part of some very cruel plot to make you uncomfortable, because it's not bad enough that you have to pay fifty bucks to check a bag and you can no longer expect any nourishment while en route so they have to make it freezing cold, too?

    By Becki Robins September 5th, 2019 Read More
  • Why Women Aren't Allowed In Sumo Rings

    When it comes to Japan's national pastime, because of sumo wrestling's spiritual history, the ring is considered sacred and certain traditions are observed to preserve its sanctity. For instance, women are forbidden from entering the ring. Wait, what? Why aren't women allowed in sumo rings exactly?

    By A. C. Grimes September 4th, 2019 Read More
  • What Life Was Like For Women In The Middle Ages

    Chivalry, romance, and those weird pointy hats. What's not to love about life during the Middle Ages? Except, you know, everything. It turns out, Hollywood lied to you big time. And for women, well, even if you did live in a castle and wear gorgeous dresses, life was really not that great.

    By Becki Robins September 4th, 2019 Read More
  • The Troubled History Of Mick Jagger

    Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger has been in one of the most successful bands in rock history since 1962. But the singer has trudged through many turmoils and tragedies, many of which have been of his own making. Without further ado, let's take a look at the troubled history of Mick Jagger.

    By Pauli Poisuo September 1st, 2019 Read More
  • The Untold Truth Of Snake Island

    Snake Island is home to one of the deadliest snake species in the world and oh yeah, there are literally thousands of these golden lancehead snakes on Snake Island. Also Snake Island is a mere 110 acres, so the density of golden lanceheads on Snake Island is pretty darned high.

    By Becki Robins August 30th, 2019 Read More
  • The Real Reason Airplanes Are Almost Always Painted White

    Whether you're boarding a Delta plane or flying United Airlines, you will usually board a plane that looks like an oversized stormtrooper: metal, white, and devoid of individuality. But why is that? Wouldn't it be cooler if airlines decided to mix it up and paint their planes plaid or something?

    By A. C. Grimes August 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Creepy Things We Found In Mario Games

    Just wait until we dig into some of the hauntingly unwholesome things that have managed to make it into the otherwise pure offerings from Nintendo. The world's favorite plumber has a dark side, and we're about to explore the creepiest secrets that Nintendo wishes we'd forget about.

    By Daley Wilhelm August 29th, 2019 Read More
  • What Did Cleopatra Really Look Like?

    For centuries, Cleopatra has been celebrated for her beauty. You only have to watch like 10 of the bazillions of Cleopatra movies to know that beauty was pretty much right there on the top of Cleopatra's list of fine qualities. But how beautiful was the famous queen of Egypt, really?

    By Becki Robins August 29th, 2019 Read More
  • How To Tell The Difference Between Asteroids And Meteors

    Asteroids and meteors are both small (relatively speaking) objects that inhabit our solar system. But is "asteroid" simply a synonym for "meteor," or are they actually two different things altogether? Buckle up: we're about to take you to space-stuff-school.

    By Becki Robins August 28th, 2019 Read More
  • The Highest Temperature A Human Can Actually Survive

    As with all things, moderation is key when it comes to heat. Too little and you'll freeze to death -- too much, and you'll become a hunk, a hunk of burning corpse. But just how hot can it get before you stop sweating bullets and your body is completely shot to hell?

    By A. C. Grimes August 27th, 2019 Read More
  • What Animals Eat Jellyfish?

    While only about 5 percent of a jelly's body is solid mass, they're actually eaten by a good deal of species. While they were once thought to be a nutritional cul-de-sac since they're basically just water, jellies are like snack foods for ocean dwellers: easy and abundant. So which beasts eat them?

    By Jim Dykstra August 26th, 2019 Read More
  • The Reason Your Dog Looks At You When It Poops

    Sometimes our beloved dogs cross a line. Our dear pooches can do things that make their owners really uncomfortable -- and one of those things is that seriously disconcerting habit they have of staring deep into our eyes. While they're pooping. Ugh. Why do dogs do this?

    By Becki Robins August 26th, 2019 Read More
  • What Would Happen If The Earth Stopped Spinning?

    Good news: no force known to humankind could make Earth suddenly stop spinning, and scenarios where the planet instantly or rapidly stops spinning are completely hypothetical. The slightly less good news is that if we're wrong about that and it one day does happen to us, we're pretty much screwed.

    By Mark Lambert August 24th, 2019 Read More
  • The Reason Why Most Cats Hate Water

    Cats enjoy swimming about as much as Spirit Airlines enjoys punctuality. They find it oppressive and repugnant, as if each H20 molecule contains the sound bite of a baby bawling and a flight delay. Yet, cats need water to survive, making their relationship a bit complicated. So what gives?

    By Jim Dykstra August 24th, 2019 Read More
  • How Do Birds Know Where To Migrate?

    It's long been one of nature's greatest mysteries: how the heck do birds know where to go for the winter? If most humans tried to migrate south without a map or a GPS, we'd probably end up in Nova Scotia. Scientists have been trying to solve this mystery for a long time.

    By Becki Robins August 23rd, 2019 Read More
  • The Real Reason Pluto Isn't A Planet Anymore

    If you still think there are nine planets in the solar system, we've got some bad news. In 2006, Pluto's relationship status with our Solar System was officially downgraded from "Planet" to "It's complicated." Why? Turns out its fall from grace was astronomy's version of "it's not you; it's me."

    By Mark Lambert August 23rd, 2019 Read More
  • Are Sharks Really Afraid Of Dolphins?

    Dolphins are cute and playful. Sharks are scary and full of teeth. So how can it be true that a ruthless predator like a shark is afraid of a sweet little thing like a dolphin? Could such a concept even be true at all? Well, yes and no.

    By Becki Robins August 23rd, 2019 Read More
  • What Happens When You Hold Your Pee?

    When you've got to go, you've got to go, but sometimes there's no convenient place to do your business. We've all experienced the agony of a full bladder. What happens when you're stuck in traffic, or the line to the restroom is winding down the hallway and you have no option but to hold your pee?

    By Christine Liwag Dixon August 23rd, 2019 Read More
  • Did Ancient Egyptian Tombs Really Contain Booby Traps?

    It's an attractive idea, that the deserts are filled with tombs and lost arks to raid, protected by a series of fun but challenging puzzles. So what's stopping you from renewing your passport, buying a big hat, and bullwhipping your way across ancient Cairo? Get ready for disappointment, adventurer.

    By Tom Meisfjord August 23rd, 2019 Read More
  • How Did The Zodiac Killer Get His Name?

    The Zodiac Killer committed a series of bloody homicides in California from the 1960s to the 1970s, and possibly beyond. While history is filled with a depressing line-up of bloodthirsty and murderous nut jobs, the Zodiac Killer remains a household name. But how did he get his name?

    By Mark Lambert August 23rd, 2019 Read More
  • Do Amish People Have To Pay Taxes?

    The Amish depicted as ultra-pious, blandly clad people with big beards, bonnets, and no modern technology or electricity. They lead a harsh, humble existence, but the upside is that their faith exempts them from paying taxes. Except for when they do. It's complicated.

    By A. C. Grimes August 23rd, 2019 Read More