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10 Destructive Non-Water Floods Throughout History

A wave of butter, molasses, or chocolate barreling toward you may sound like a food-lover’s fantasy—but such incidents can actually be deadly.

Sure, California seems obvious—but the others on the list might be surprising.

The States Losing the Most Land to Wildfires, Mapped

Hoping to escape the threat of wildfires? You might want to move to one of these small and relatively cold states (but not New Jersey).

13 Fascinating Facts About Bees

Sure, you know that bees pollinate our crops and give us honey. But there's so much more to these buzzing insects than that.

Robin Hood and Little John in 'Robin Hood' (1973).

Can You Guess the Lyrics of These Disney Songs?

This fill-in-the-blank quiz will test how well you really know classic animated Disney films, from 1959's 'Sleeping Beauty' to 1998's 'Mulan.'

The 10 Most Misdiagnosed Car Sounds

Turns out, identifying car problems with sound alone is tough—and ignoring them can lead to expensive consequences.

Why Soft Serve Is Not Legally Ice Cream

The soft vanilla or chocolate swirl, popularized by Dairy Queen and other franchises, just doesn’t meet strict government guidelines for ice cream. But it’s still delicious.

7 Ways to Cope When It’s Too Hot to Sleep

These proven tricks will help you beat the heat.

What Exactly Are Sand Fleas, Anyway?

Despite the name, some of these beachside pests aren’t even insects at all, though they could still hop up during your summer vacation in more ways than one.

Can You Solve This Old-Timey Riddle? #49

This riddle dates back to 1796—can you figure out the answer?

It looks like something has him on edge.

Why Is My Cat’s Tail All Puffed Up?

An extra-fluffy tail doesn’t just look cute—it’s your cat’s way of communicating how they feel.

This view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge is from the Royal Botanic Garden in Sydney, Australia.

20 Greenest Cities Around the World, According to Locals

Time Out surveyed 18,500 people around the world to find the greenest cities—here’s who topped the list.

The Grossest Thing in Your Hotel Room Is Actually Hiding in Plain Sight

And it probably isn’t what you’re expecting.

Tiny Gecko Rediscovered on Galápagos Island Where It Was Feared Extinct

A rare gecko once thought to be lost is making a comeback in the Galápagos.

Some words you use pretty often actually came from the names of people.

5 Common Terms You Didn’t Know Were Named After People

In the latest episode of The List Show, we’re covering some eponyms you might not have realized were eponyms, from ‘mesmerize’ to ‘pants.’

Sorry to this little guy but feral swine are a huge problem.

Which Invasive Species Are Near You? Find Out With This Interactive Map

EDDMapS’s database has more than 9 million records of invasive species. See which ones hit close to home.

The 12-foot Skelly is still a Home Depot staple.

Home Depot Debuts App-Controlled Ultra Skelly, Kicking Off the Halloween Season

The home improvement chain knows what you need: a 15-foot scarecrow that talks.

7 Close Calls in the Nuclear Age

Sometimes the military systems put in place to avert nuclear annihilation worked a little too well.

11 of the Biggest Earthquakes in History

From a surprise temblor in the Mississippi Valley to colossal ruptures and tsunamis around the Pacific Ring of Fire, these are some of the biggest earthquakes in modern times.

Definition Detective Quiz #48

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

Does Drinking a Hot Drink Really Cool You Down?

It sounds like a myth, but hot drinks really can make you cooler.

The 10 Most Popular Rides at Walt Disney World, Ranked by Fans and Hashtags

Did your favorite ride make the list?

10 Most Dangerous States for Hikers

If you want a hike that will test your limits, maybe you should visit (or relocate to) one of these states.

Ken Jennings on His New Book of Kennections Quizzes, ‘Jeopardy!’, and His Favorite ’80s Wrestler

Mental Floss talks to Jennings about his new Kennections book, the wrong ‘Jeopardy!’ answer that haunts him, and what he’s reading now.

You can use any stone fruit (peaches, plums, nectarines, etc.) for this recipe.

This Stone Fruit Galette Is a Celebration of Summer Produce

Get the full stone fruit galette recipe from the Institute of Culinary Education—complete with storage tips and baking secrets for flakiness.