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How Many Teeth Do Humans Have?
Infants are typically born with 52 teeth, but it’s not an even split between baby teeth and adult teeth.
BIG QUESTIONS
Why Do Some Cats Like to Drown Their Toys in Their Water Bowls?
You might think your cat puts toys in his water bowl just to be a jerk. We can’t exactly prove that wrong—but there might be another explanation.
What Are Those Plastic Arrows You Sometimes See on the Wheels of Trucks and Buses?
The plastic arrows on the wheels of trucks and buses serve an important purpose.
Why Is It Called a Cesarean Section?
It may have something to do with Julius Caesar, but the story isn’t that straightforward.
Why Are There So Many Ancient Fountains Featuring Little Boys Peeing?
Modern guidebooks offer nearly a dozen different explanations for why Brussels' 'Mannekin Pis' statue is relieving himself.
Why Was June Chosen As LGBTQ Pride Month?
Answering “When is Pride Month?” takes one word: June. Why it’s June, on the other hand, is more of a short story.
Light Brown Sugar vs. Dark Brown Sugar: What’s the Difference?
The difference between light and dark brown sugar boils down to one simple factor: molasses content.
Do Larger Animals Take Longer to Pee?
Voyeuristic scientists discovered a “golden” rule when it comes to how—and for how long—animals urinate.
What Are Those Spinning Things on Top of UPS Trucks?
It's not a satellite, it's not GPS, and it's not a camera.
What Is the Blue Plate Special, and How Did It Get Started?
Diners love to highlight their blue plate special. But what's so special about it?
What Exactly Is a Fever Dream?
The meaning of your fever dream is probably just this: You have a fever.
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 Difference Between White Pepper and Black Pepper?
White and black pepper both start as berries from the same plant.
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.
What Are Those Round Metal Things Doctors Wear on Their Heads?
It's a favorite accessory of doctors in movies, television, and Spirit Halloween stores. But what does it do?
Why Does Your Nose Run When You Cry?
What causes a runny nose? Spicy foods, cold weather, and—strangely—crying. Here’s why.
Rice Vinegar vs. Rice Wine Vinegar: What’s the Difference?
If you need a rice vinegar substitute, reach for the rice wine vinegar—not the rice wine.
Why Are Fire Trucks Red?
The sight of a red fire truck will catch your eye, but it's not the reason emergency vehicles are painted scarlet.
Could a Guitar Store Really Ban Someone From Playing 'Stairway to Heaven'?
The overplayed song has scorched the ears of many a guitar store employee. But can they legally ask you to stop playing it?
Why Do Auctioneers Talk So Fast?
The high-speed patter of the auctioneer is called 'the chant,' and it's designed to separate bidders from their money.
Broth vs. Stock: What's the Difference?
If you've been using the terms pretty much interchangeably, you're technically wrong. But you're not alone.
How Often Should I Really Get the Oil in My Car Changed?
Newer car models make it obvious when you're due for an oil change.
What Dress Size Was Marilyn Monroe, Actually?
When discussing Marilyn's measurements, you have to take vintage clothing sizes into account.
What Is White Asparagus?
Though they differ in taste and appearance, white asparagus and green asparagus are the same plant species.