A type of tick whose bite causes humans to develop alpha-gal syndrome, a bizarre, potentially fatal allergy to red meat, is spreading northward in the U.S. But experts say that a household item that ...

Brownsville, Texas, (population 185,000) bucks the trend of the 10-year collision average; typical drivers there go 14 years ...

Both the Amazing Facts calendar and the Word Nerd calendar measure 4.6 inches by 4.6 inches, featuring tear-off pages and an easel backer so you can easily prop it up on a shelf or desk. They’re ...

This is another riddle taken from one of the very first modern anthologies of riddles published in the English language, The Riddles of Heraclitus and Democritus, from 1598.

Though the 1975 original film is legendary, the ‘Jaws’ sequels actually get pretty weird—and here are the real reasons why.

Community college is an economical alternative to a traditional four-year institution —or a great way to get some credits off your plate before transfering to the latter. WalletHub recently ...

In the days following Marilyn Monroe’s death in August 1962, the only question widely posited in the media was whether the overdose that killed her was accidental or intentional. Monroe’s ...

Before the creation of synthetic plastics, patent leather was made by glazing animal hides with layers of resin-based varnish ...

Japan’s geisha are experts in their field, but they’re often treated like tourist attractions. See why Kyoto officials have ...

When it comes to analog hobbies, the humble jigsaw puzzle is one of life’s greatest choose-your-own-adventure options. You can do it solo or with friends. You can make it cooperative or ...

The gas station doesn’t know how much fuel you’re going to buy when you pay at the pump. To make sure you have enough funds ...

There comes a point in every child’s life when they ask where babies come from, and some parents—not wanting to explain the details of reproduction just yet—turn to the story of storks. We ...