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Why Do We Knock On Wood?
Discover the origins of the classic phrase 'knock on wood,' which could be tied to a Victorian-era children's game or have more direct ties to old pagan traditions.
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Why Do Dogs Stick Their Heads Out of Car Windows—And Is it Safe?
Dogs love a good sensory experience. But letting them stick their head out of a moving car’s window is not a good idea. Here’s why.
Why Are Airplane Windows Round?
Believe it or not, the shape of airplane window is a matter of life and death.
Mushrooms vs. Toadstools: What’s the Difference?
The definitions of toadstools and mushrooms are a bit intertwined.
Should You Shower at Morning or Night? Here’s What the Experts Say
The answer isn‘t as straightforward as you’d think.
Why Is It Called a “Phillips Head” Screwdriver?
Believe it or not, nobody named Phillips actually invented it.
How Did the Teddy Bear Get Its Name?
The origins of the teddy bear involve President Theodore Roosevelt, a bear hunt, a political cartoon, and the owner of a candy shop in New York.
Why Is Bubblegum Pink?
We uncover why bubblegum is traditionally pink—and also explore what flavor bubblegum even is.
Chimpanzees vs. Bonobos: What’s the Difference?
They basically share a genome, but chimps and bonobos have some not-so-subtle differences.
Why Is Labor Day Always Celebrated on a Monday?
Like Memorial Day and Presidents Day, Labor Day falls on a Monday each year. To understand how the federal holiday came to be, you need a brief history lesson in labor politics.
Why Does My Eyelid Sometimes Twitch?
Caffeine is just one of the things that may be to blame for the irritating spasms.
How Did Apple Pie Become an Iconic American Dessert?
The phrase “American as apple pie“ leaves out the dish’s complicated history as an English dessert made of fruit that originated in Asia.
Why Does the U.S. Highway System Use Two Different Fonts?
Attentive drivers will notice more than one kind of typeface during their travels.
How Did the Donkey and Elephant Become Political Mascots?
Andrew Jackson’s 1828 political campaign kicked it off, and cartoonist Thomas Nast made the political symbols really gain traction.
Why Do Some Road Signs Have Holes in Them?
Yes, they‘re often bullet holes. No, that‘s not the only explanation.
What's the Difference Between Apple Juice and Apple Cider?
They’re both fruit beverages, but apple juice and apple cider are not quite the same thing.
Why Do So Many Cartoon Characters Have Four Fingers?
It‘s normal for cartoon characters to be missing a digit, but how did the style originate?
Where Does the Expression ‘Keep Your Eyes Peeled’ Come From?
Popular theories involve pirates—and police.
Why Does My Tap Water Taste So Funny?
Depending on how weird your home’s tap water tastes, it could be due to the pipes or an old water heater, or be a problem with the water itself.
Do You Really Need to Separate Your Laundry?
Thanks to modern technology, you don’t usually need to separate your laundry—though it can still be beneficial in certain cases.
Why Do We Say “Make a Beeline”?
Making a beeline for the buffet table? You’re buying into some bee stereotypes.
