The Science Behind Why Some Injections Hurt More Than Others
Doctors recommend vaccines to reduce the risk of illnesses. But one common side effect people hear about and often experience is soreness at the injection site.
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The Bizarre Story Of Apple's Unknown Third Co-Founder
History is full of near-misses -- someone who missed boarding the Titanic, or found a winning lottery ticket. Or were on the ground floor of a new company.
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How Madame Tussaud Narrowly Escaped The Guillotine
Madame Tussauds wax museums are a staple for tourists worldwide. Like the similar Ripley's Believe It or Not spots, there was a real woman behind the name.
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The Scientific Reason Why Only Some People Respond To ASMR
Not everyone can experience ASMR — only 1 in 20 approximately — but those that do can offer insight into this rarely researched phenomenon.
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The Surprising Truth About Paul Newman's On Set Behavior
Paul Newman's career reveals the depths of the man's talent as an actor -- drama, comedy, and everything in between. The comedies reflected his personality.
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The Untold Truth Of Ghost, The Swedish Rock Band
The Satanic Swedish metal band Ghost has been producing synthy, melodic anthems with witty lyrics since 2006. Here's the untold truth of this group.
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The Untold Truth Of The Donner Party
There were so many factors at play for the Donner Party, a wagon train of westbound immigrants headed for California from the Midwest.
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Magic Johnson's Friendship With Larry Bird Explained
Magic Johnson and Larry Bird had a fierce rivalry during their NBA heyday, but also developed a close friendship that remains strong to this day.
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Do Police Officers Really Have Shorter Lifespans?
In 2013, researchers found the life expectancy of police officers to be 22 years lower than the general population — but how accurate was the study?
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What's The Significance Of Japan's Killing Stone Breaking In Half?
The Sessho-seki is a volcanic rock that sits on Mount Nasu, an active volcano in central Japan, not too far from Tokyo, and it recently broke in half.
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The Scientific Reason Your Cat Head-Bumps You
No matter how ancestral their relationship with humans, cats remain creatures of mystery and puzzlement, with behaviors that seem to defy explanation.
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What We Know About The Ukrainian Ghost Of Kyiv
An underdog nation engaged in a David-vs-Goliath contest needs heroes to inspire and encourage its citizens. The "Ghost of Kyiev" fits the bill.
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Did Abraham Lincoln Own Slaves?
One question about which there is little ambiguity is whether or not President Abraham Lincoln ever owned slaves.
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Here's What To Do If You Get Trapped In An Elevator
A well-maintained elevator will break down (and by "break down" we mean "stop working" and not "plunge to the floor") between five and 20 times per decade.
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The Real Reason Shrien Dewani Was Acquitted Of Murder
In 2010, a 28-year-old newly-wed U.K. resident named Anni Dewani was murdered while on honeymoon in Cape Town, South Africa.
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The Scientific Reason Why You Can't Actually Strengthen Finger Muscles
We use our fingers every day often without thinking about it. But, can you improve the strength of these ten digits just like other muscle groups in the body?
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Who Is Alina Kabaeva, Putin's Alleged Partner?
Vladimir Putin -- attorney, ex-KGB, president of Russia -- is famously secretive about his relationships, which may or may not include a romantic partner.
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The Bizarre Story Of A Bar Bet That Led To Two Stolen Planes And A Jail Sentence
A bar is where many jokes, bets, and above all drinking takes place. One man reportedly fueled with alcohol, took to the skies twice landed in jail.
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Do Dogs And Cats Have Different Blood Types?
One thing all humans share is that our bodies include blood. That blood isn't always the same -- there are blood types that can't mix. How about dogs and cats?
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Dark Secrets Of Ballet Revealed
Ballet is a beautiful, though tremendously painstaking, art, and the life of a ballerina has its downsides. These are the dark secrets of ballet revealed.
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This Is How Likely You Are To Die In An Elevator Accident
Statistics show that there is less than a 1% chance of dying in an elevator accident.
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Are You Using Titular And Eponymous Correctly?
The meaning of eponymous and titular are often conflated. But, when digging into their origins and how they've changed, nothing could be further from the truth.
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The Hidden Meaning Behind Vladimir Putin's Puffy Coat
Russian President Vladimir Putin's Loro Piana puffer jacket sparks controversy amidst the Russia-Ukraine war.
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What Dick Van Dyke Really Thought About His Brother Jerry's Talent
Some families develop a business together, whether it's a restaurant or something else. That includes show business -- one example being the Van Dykes.
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Where Is The Hubble Telescope Right Now?
Sometimes, you just have to rise above it all to do your best work. That's how the Hubble Telescope has functioned, delivering data from far above Earth.
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Odd Etiquette Rules The Royal Family Must Always Follow
The British royal family isn't a normal family. Rules abound, including those addressing their behavior. Here are some odd etiquette rules they have to follow.
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The Science Behind Why People Have A Fear Of Bugs
Just about everyone has adverse reactions to something, whether it's the dark, heights, closed spaces, or bugs -- insects, spiders, or both.
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