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We invented jewelry (such as this ancient Egyptian beaded necklace) before we invented the wheel.

11 Inventions That Came Before the Wheel

In the scope of human history, the wheel is actually a rather young creation. Beer, clothing, and jewelry are much older.

It can be tough to describe something most people have never seen.

Quiz: Can You Guess the Animal Based on an Early Description?

These descriptions are as wild as they animals they talk about. Can you figure out which creatures they refer to?

‘Burned’ vs. ‘Burnt’: What’s the Difference?

‘Burnt’ and ‘burned’ are both acceptable, but they serve different purposes (at least, they do in American English).

What’s the Kennection? #112

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

Military Slang Terms: 11 Examples, Explained

The close quarters of those serving together in war is a perfect Petri dish for slang. From ‘FUBAR’ to ‘fobbit,’ here are some military slang terms you should know (plus, why the military uses so many acronyms, anyway).

(L to R) Jerry Seinfeld, Adrian Martinez, Jack McBrayer, Thomas Lennon, Bobby Moynihan, and James Marsden in 'Unfrosted.'

Post vs. Post: The Real-Life Breakfast Betrayal Behind ‘Unfrosted,’ Netflix’s Pop-Tarts Movie

In the 1960s, Post and Kellogg's were in a race to bring toasted pastries to the masses. Their inspiration? Dog food.

What Is Ed Balls Day?

A simple mistake on social media has turned into an internet event celebrated around the world for more than a decade.

Richard Gadd writes and stars in 'Baby Reindeer' (2024).

Is ‘Baby Reindeer’ Based On A True Story?

'Baby Reindeer' is the shocking new Netflix series everyone is talking about. But is any of it real?

Carl isn't his father—but someone else in the film might be.

Who Is Russell’s Dad in ‘Up’? This Fan Theory Might Have Figured It Out

Was Russell’s dad actually in Pixar’s “Up” all along? This interesting fan theory says yes.

Some colleges have a door-mostly-closed policy.

The 25 Hardest Schools to Get Into in 2024

These universities are among the toughest to enroll in. One has an acceptance rate of just 1 percent.

Wetness is a battle between cohesive and adhesive forces.

Is Water Wet? The Answer is Surprisingly Elusive

It depends on the properties of water, the definition of wetness, and whether you can trust when your senses inform you if something is wet or not.

Millions of Millennials Are Moving Back Home With Their Parents—Here's Why

Money is the main reason so many Millennials are moving back home. But it isn't the only one.

LEGOs could help you build a great nest egg.

14 of the Most Valuable LEGO Sets You Might Have at Home

Some of the most valuable LEGO sets recreate scenes from franchises like Star Wars and Harry Potter—and can earn owners some serious cash.

Labrador vs. Golden Retriever: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to telling the differences between yellow labradors vs. golden retrievers, it comes down to coat length and colors, body type, and few other key factors.

Ah, the classic initialism for the classic phrase 'Pardon me, you must have mistaken me for someone who gives a damn.'

100 WTF Terms From the FBI’s 2014 Internet Slang Dictionary

The FBI’s 2014 list of internet acronyms and shorthand will have you LWP (laughing with passion).

Why Do Some People Sneeze So Darn Loudly?

Personality and anatomy play a role in determining sneeze volume.

“Blackbird” Revisited: How The Beatles’ Civil Rights Anthem Has Been Inspiring Artists for More Than 50 Years

How Johann Sebastian Bach and the Little Rock Nine inspired one of The Beatles’ biggest hits—and one of the most covered songs ever recorded.

The origins of these animals’ names may surprise you.

How 20 Animals Got Their Names

‘Hippopotamus’ is Latin for “river-horse,” which makes sense for these semiaquatic mammals. The origins of some other animal names aren’t quite as literal.

According to some depictions of her, Mother Goose isn't even a bird.

Who Even Is Mother Goose?

Many nursery rhymes are attributed to Mother Goose. But was Mother Goose even a real person?

Unlovable Sea Lampreys Might Share Our Fight-or-Flight Instinct

The alien-looking, bloodsucking fish have cells that may form the same rudimentary nervous system we have.

(Left to right) Tyra Banks, Lindsay Lohan, Jeff Goldblum.

31 ‘Glee’ Guest Stars You Forgot About

'Glee' never wasted a chance to cast a celebrity in a small role. Here are 31 great examples.

Two of the plates above have a lot in common.

Can You Spot the Matching License Plates in This Brainteaser?

There are two matching license plates in this puzzle—can you spot them in 60 seconds or less?

Why Do We Call Kids “Rug Rats”?

It’s hardly the most complimentary turn of phrase, but rug rat has been a slang term for children for more than half a century.

Bran Stark (Isaac Hempstead Wright), once referred to as a "sweet summer child."

10 Common Phrases That Came From Pop Culture

From mullet to bucket list, these terms from pop culture are newer than you may have assumed.

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