Michele Debczak
Joined: Aug 11, 2015
Michele Debczak is a Senior Staff Writer for Mental Floss. Some of her favorite subjects include defunct theme park rides, weird-looking sea creatures, and fast food history. When she's not writing, she's probably reading about unsolved mysteries on Wikipedia.
What Is Mercury in Retrograde, and Why Do We Blame Things on It?
The Meaning and Literary Origins of the Phrase ‘To Have an Albatross Around Your Neck’
Can You Find the Misspelled Word In This Tricky Brainteaser?
How to See the Super-Bright Star Nova Set to Explode Any Minute
If you missed this year's total solar eclipse, this is your chance to see another once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.
Everything You Need to Know About Generation Alpha—The Children of Millennials
Generation Alpha—the children of Millennials and the kid siblings of Generation Z—was born the same year the iPad was released.
The 50 Biggest Summer Blockbusters of the Past 50 Years
From ‘Jaws’ to ‘Barbie,’ here are the biggest summer blockbusters since 1974.
Colorized Video Transports Viewers to 1940s Chicago
From the cars to the fashion, a lot has changed in the Windy City.
Can You Spot the Hidden Flags in This Vacation-Themed Brainteaser?
There are three red flags and two beige flags hidden in this chaotic packing scene. See how long it takes you to spot them all.
Hear Every No.1 Hit of the '90s in This 20-Minute Video
From Mariah to Britney, this video covers a decade's worth of chart-topping hits.
The Two Types of Millennials, and the Differences Between Them
A generational expert divides Millennials into “me-llennials” and “mega-llennials.” Which group you belong to depends on your career and financial success.
This Pea and Mint Pesto Pasta Comes Together in Two Steps
If you decide to swap in walnuts for pine nuts, the recipe is cheap and delicious.
Take a Trip Back to the '90s With This Soothing PlayStation Restoration Video
You don't have to be a retro video game fan to find this classic PlayStation restoration oddly satisfying.
105-Year-Old Eclipse Chaser Is Preparing For Number 13
For his next and possibly last solar eclipse, Texas resident Laverne Biser won't have to travel farther than his backyard.
What’s the Difference Between Moths and Butterflies?
Both develop from caterpillars and both have impressive wings, but if you know what to look for, it's easy to tell moths and butterflies apart.
The 10 Most Streamed Songs of the 20th Century
Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" was a massive hit when it was released in 1975, and is still a hit in the internet era.