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What Does “SOS” Stand For?

You know it's a distress signal, but what does it actually stand for? A lot of people think it's an abbreviation for “save our souls.” (It's not.)

A 19th-century illustration of London during the Great Plague.

15 Other Diseases that Could Have Killed You During London's Great Plague

The Great Plague of 1665 killed about 100,000 Londoners, but winde, quinsie, and livergrown also took their toll.

‘Jane Austen’s Little Book of Wisdom’ Features Hundreds of the Author’s Most Iconic Quotes

It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen book lovers will appreciate this collection of quotes.

Let's make moves and go to the National Aquarium!

17 Baltimore Slang Terms You Should Know

Charm City’s namesake charm could partially be due to the locals’ broad vocabulary of slang. Here are some terms you should know if you ever plan on visiting.

George Clooney stars in Steven Soderbergh's 'Solaris' (2002).

The 21 Worst Movies of All Time, According to CinemaScore

Only 21 films received a failing grade from CinemaScore. But does that mean they’re bad movies?

If this is what your eyeballs feel like after trying (and failing) to see Magic Eye pictures, you're not alone.

Why Can't Some People See Magic Eye Pictures?

Magic Eye pictures have been called “the world’s most famous—and infamously frustrating—optical illusion.” Here’s what might be going on if you can’t see them.

A living dog with their custom plush counterpart.

This Company Will Turn Your Pet Into an Adorable Stuffed Animal

Petsies sells custom plush dolls that capture the unique details of your furry family member.

The 10 Most Hackable IKEA Furniture Items

For builders who think outside the flat pack box, here are the most hackable furniture items from IKEA.

Ja’Marr Chase of the Cincinnati Bengals makes a catch over Raymond Calais of the Los Angeles Rams during Super Bowl LVI.

What Happens to the Losing Team’s Pre-Printed Championship Shirts?

For each year’s Super Bowl showdown, manufacturers and retailers will produce and stock two sets of T-shirts, hats, and other merchandise that declares each team the champ. So who gets the losing team’s stuff?

20 Paradoxes That Will Boggle Your Mind

A good paradox can befuddle the best of us. If you're in the mood to narrow your brow at seemingly irreconcilable facts, have we got a list for you.

What's the Kennection? #48

All five answers to the questions below have something in common. Can you figure it out?

10 Fascinating Facts About W.E.B. Du Bois

W.E.B. Du Bois co-founded the NAACP—and was a victim of McCarthyism.

Make sure you take your dog’s oral hygiene seriously.

How Often You Should Clean Your Dog’s Teeth, According to a Veterinarian

When it comes to your dog’s oral health, prevention is the best medicine.

Here’s Why Companies Release Their Super Bowl Ads Early

Ads used to be cloaked in secrecy before the big game. A 2011 Star Wars spot changed all that.

Get ready to step into the squared circle.

31 Pro Wrestling Slang Terms You Should Know

You don’t need to be a smark to appreciate these pro wrestling slang terms (but it might help).

All the Oscar-Winning Costume Designs From the Last 20 Years, Illustrated

The Academy Award for Best Costume Design doesn’t *always* go to a period drama.

Why Is It Called a ‘Cockpit’?

The flight deck has long been known by a peculiar term—one that probably has to do with roosters.

Clifford is red for a very specific reason.

11 Facts About Clifford the Big Red Dog

Clifford's red for a very practical reason.

This Valentine’s Day, You Can Watch a Raptor Eat a Rat Named After Your Ex

’Tis the season to celebrate love—and also see your ex symbolically become hawk food.

When 'Fraggle Rock' Spread Peace Throughout the Soviet Union

In 1989, Jim Henson's 'Fraggle Rock' became the first American television series to air in what was then still the Soviet Union.

Illinois Police Are Examining New DNA Evidence in the Infamous Tylenol Murders of 1982

In 1982, someone laced bottles of Tylenol with cyanide, killing seven people. Decades later, police could be a step closer to finding out who did it.

There are several reasons a car won’t start.

12 Common Reasons Your Car Won’t Start

Before you slam your head or hands on the wheel, take a look at these common reasons for an inoperable car and what you might be able to do about them.

A Salty History of Pretzels

From Lenten fare to street food, pretzels have come a long way.

Woolf photographed by George Charles Beresford, 1902; Virginia (left), Vanessa, and two brothers; a Hogarth Press book jacket designed by Vanessa.

5 Things We Learned From the NYPL’s Virginia Woolf Exhibition

Virginia Woolf loved using purple ink—but only for certain kinds of writing.

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