How The Water Cooler Was Invented
Human beings (and many other creatures as well) require water -- the cleaner, the better. Ease of access is important, too. Hence: the office water cooler.
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This Is What The Compound Eye Of A Fly Actually Sees
Flies are great at escaping human attempts to squash them, and that's largely thanks to their compound eye. This is what the eye of a fly actually sees.
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The Unusual Death Of Don Kemp
In 1982, an abandoned SUV was found in rural Wyoming. Its doors were open, its engine was running, and clothing was scattered around it. It was Don Kemp's.
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Mythbusters Reveals If You Can Make Someone Pee In Their Sleep By Dipping Their Hand In Water
MythBusters once tested whether dipping a person's hand in water will cause the person to urinate involuntarily. So, can one be forced to wet the bed?
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Why Isaac Hayes Filed For Bankruptcy
Perhaps performing artists know better than anyone that one success doesn't necessarily translate into a lifetime of upward career trajectory.
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The History Of How The Classic Piña Colada Cocktail Got Its Name
Pina coladas are one of the world's most popular and well-known cocktails, but where did they actually come from? This is the history of how it got its name.
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The Alleged Haunted History Of Adele's Home
You're looking at a property to rent. Seems perfect. It's in good shape, great location. It's older. It has a history. But does it also come with ghosts?
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Everything We Know About Russian Protester Marina Ovsyannikova
The right to speak out in opposition to government action is taken for granted in the United States. It's not a right shared by every nation, especially Russia.
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The Bizarre Disappearance Of Baby Lisa Irwin
Lisa Irwin was born on November 11, 2010, in Kansas City, Missouri. Less than a year later, the cheerful, wide-eyed baby would disappear without a trace.
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Will The BTK Killer Ever Get Out Of Prison?
Dennis Rader, known as the BTK killer, is among one of the most sadistic American serial killers known. He's in prison now, but will he ever get out?
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How Elizabeth Taylor Bid Richard Burton Farewell After His Death
Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton were two Hollywood icons who married twice. When Burton died, here's how Elizabeth Taylor bid him a final farewell.
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When Was The First St. Patrick's Day Celebrated?
It's said that on every March 17, everyone becomes Irish. The date is dedicated to St. Patrick, with celebrations around the country, including parades.
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Why Cormac McCarthy's Brutal Western Novel May Never Make It To The Big Screen
Cormac McCarthy's "Blood Meridian" is one of his most famous and popular books, but it's never been made into a movie. Here's why it may never be.
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Tragic Details Found In Robert F. Kennedy's Autopsy Report
Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated in 1968, but theories continue to swirl around the murder. Here are tragic details found in his autopsy report.
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How Rock Hudson Felt About Katharine Hepburn's Talent
Rock Hudson and Katharine Hepburn were two of the greatest Hollywood talents of their time. Here's what Rock Hudson thought about Hepburn's talent.
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How The War In Ukraine Could Change The World Forever
Some conflicts have impacts that are still felt generations later. Here's how the war in Ukraine could change the world forever.
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These Are The American Companies Still Doing Business With Russia
There's been a massive exodus of companies from Russia, but not all have followed suit. These are the American companies still doing business with Russia.
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The Truth About The Hit And Run Murder Of Gregory Glenn Biggs
Gregory Glenn Biggs died in a hit and run incident in 2001 after Chante Jawan Mallard left him for dead.
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How Far Is Alaska From Russia?
Russia may seem like it's far away to anyone living in the lower 48 states. But, for those living in Alaska, the country may be closer than originally thought.
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If Kate Middleton's First Pregnancy Had Been Twins, Who Would Assume The Throne?
It's one thing for a nation's citizens to come together to elect their leaders. Many different rules apply when a family monarchy is at stake.
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What Does Erin Go Bragh Mean?
There are many ways we celebrate the St. Patrick's Day holiday. Among the most common is to use the expression "Erin go Bragh" — but what does it mean?
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How Paul Newman Handled Being Mistaken For Marlon Brando
Paul Newman was not just a charismatic star. He was also a handsome method actor, and in that way, he had a lot in common with fellow star Marlon Brando.
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Where The Phrase Why The Long Face Might Have Originated
One of the challenges of learning a language is coming to understand, and use correctly, specific turns of phrase -- idioms, some of which are ancient.
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What Happened To The Shake Weight?
Inspired by the concept of dynamic inertia, the Shake Weight is shaped like a traditional dumbbell with weights on either end that attach to the handle.
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What Happened To Platform Shoes?
From ancient Greece to the disco floor, platform shoes have a history as big as they are. And, like their cork soles, have an amazing ability to bounce back.
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What Exactly Is A Scuttlebutt?
Today the word "scuttlebutt" is related to gossip or social information. However, the term's origin has its roots on the high seas and with thirsty sailors.
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The Science Behind Why People Hate The Sound Of Their Own Voice
You might have recently recorded what you thought was the perfect video, only to play it back and cringe at the sound of your voice. Why does this happen?
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