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'Sunday, Sunday, Sunday!' A Crushing History of Monster Trucks

With 66-inch wheels, Bigfoot could crush puny sedans like bugs—and America was here for it.

6 Allergy Hotspots Lurking in Your Home

If you’re like the millions of people who suffer from allergies, the mold, dust, and pet dander in your home could be making you sick.

Presented by: Roborock

She's dreaming about a giant insect melting into goo.

What Exactly Is a Fever Dream?

The meaning of your fever dream is probably just this: You have a fever.

16 Old-School Internet Acronyms

How is language evolving on the Internet? In this series on internet linguistics, Gretchen McCulloch breaks down the latest innovations in online communication.

How Many Words Per Minute Does the Average Person Speak?

Estimates vary widely—but it’s generally agreed that your words-per-minute rate for a speech should be lower.

What's the Kennection? #11

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

What's the Difference Between White Pepper and Black Pepper?

White and black pepper both start as berries from the same plant.

How often should you clean your floors? Probably more often than you are currently.

How Often Should You Be Cleaning Your Floors?

How often should you clean your floors? Every home is different, but there are some universal rules of thumb to follow.

Presented by: Roborock

A Brief History of Paris's Bone-Filled Catacombs

In Paris, what’s beneath the sidewalks is as exciting as the monuments that tower above them.

See What 5 Classic Theme Park Rides Look Like With the Lights On

Dark rides like Space Mountain are a lot less magical in full lighting.

A window strike can really ruin a bird's day—or even end their life.

8 Ways to Prevent Birds From Crashing Into Your Windows

Nothing ruins the joy of watching backyard wildlife like the sudden thunk of a bird smashing into your window.

Paramedic vs. EMT vs. EMR: What’s the Difference?

The specifics of each EMS job vary by state—but the job titles aren’t interchangeable.

Did the Mob Really Make 'The Godfather' Producers Remove the Word 'Mafia' From the Script?

The most famous film about the mafia was made with the help of the mafia—but they had demands.

Can You Solve This Riddle That Baffled the Internet?

The short riddle is written in what appears to be plain English, but the longer you stare at it the more confounding it becomes.

Simon Pagenaud after winning the 103rd Indianapolis 500.

9 Fast Facts About the Indianapolis 500

Why does the winner of the Indianapolis 500 drink milk afterward? Find out more as we run down nine facts about the greatest spectacle in racing.

25 Facts About Stanley Kubrick's 'The Shining'

Though Stanley Kubrick's 1980 classic 'The Shining' is widely considered one of the best Stephen King adaptations, the bestselling author himself isn't a fan.

The Reason USPS Mail Trucks Have Right-Sided Steering Wheels

Right-sided steering wheels on USPS trucks make delivering mail easier, but they also present safety concerns.

12 Philadelphia Slang Terms You Should Know

If you've ever wondered when to say to hoagie instead of sub (always), or what qualifies as a jawn (everything), check out these Philly slang terms.

How Kenny Loggins Became The King of '80s Movie Soundtracks

After helping to invent the supremely chill, lightly funky sound known as “yacht rock” in the ’70s, Kenny Loggins went full speed into the ’80s and took the highway to the danger zone of movie soundtracks.

Earwax Lip Balm, Egg Laundry Detergent, and 27 Other Old-Timey Life Hacks

Sure, the Victorians had some odd life hacks for cleaning and cooking that actually worked. But should you pour borax in your milk? No.

Heading on Vacation? Let Iceland’s Horses Write Your Out-of-Office Message For You

Icelandic horses have a reputation for being extra intelligent and independent—qualities that make for great office assistants.

Warning: Playing 'Monopoly' could ruin 'Stranger Things' Season 4.

Viewer Beware: A New 'Stranger Things' Monopoly Game Spoils the Upcoming Fourth Season

The early release of a new tie-in 'Monopoly' game has spoiled the fates of certain residents of Hawkins, Indiana.

Beauty pageant contestants at the National Rice Festival in Crowley, Louisiana.

10 Unusual Mid-Century Pageant Queens

In the mid-20th century, businesses began to see the huge commercial possibilities of holding a contest where pretty girls would compete just for the honor of representing their product or main export.

Would you hop into a coffin to better yourself?

Sell-Shocked: The Pyramid Schemer Who Convinced His Targets to Climb Into Coffins

“Self-help seminars” that consisted of psychological torture and physical abuse were just one of William Penn Patrick’s schemes.

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