MF Explains It All

Up to 70 percent of people have experienced hypnic jerks, but they’re usually nothing to worry about.

Cultural values have changed a lot since ancient Greece.

The six-sided tool helped make IKEA a household name. But did anyone named Allen have anything to do with it?

If they were in separate glasses without their cans, could you tell them apart?

Are Diet Coke and Coke Zero really that different? Here are the differences and health factors in the diet soda vs. zero-sugar soda debate.

And what happens if you chow down on one anyway?

Let’s crack the history wide open.

Christmas trees are an essential part of the holiday.

Discover the origins of the Christmas tree tradition that brings joy to millions each season.

Most casinos lack windows, and gamblers like it that way.

See that crispy texture? That’s the Maillard Reaction.

There’s science behind that seemingly random number.

You can binge Netflix in any room you like, but there are some key differences between these living areas.

You know a Christmas song when you hear one.

Sleigh bells certainly help make Christmas music sound so Christmassy. But it’s a little more complicated than just that.

The meaning behind “phony“ has to do with fake jewelry.

The origins of the term come from the Irish word for “ring.”

As far as cucumbers go, they're getting the royal treatment.

English cucumbers have a few qualities that make them superior to regular cucumbers, but one causes some problems, too.

Returns can be a costly proposition for retailers.

The fate of your unwanted air fryer, explained.

This cat is definitely hatching a plan to get someone to open the door.

You may have no choice but to close a door—much to your cat’s disappointment. Here are some ways you can make this undesirable situation slightly more tolerable.

They are several differences between the two.

Tsunamis and tidal waves may look similar, but they differ in crucial ways.

Julie Andrews in 'The Sound of Music' (1965).

How many of the “favorite things” are Christmas-coded? We counted.

Pets are a welcome part of the holidays, but a little care is needed to make sure they don't have problems with your decorations.

If your cat chews your hair, don’t worry—he or she probably isn’t trying to eat you.

There are several important factors to take into consideration. And if your dog does wear a collar, you need to make sure it fits well and is safe.

There are several reasons why cats have this adorable habit.

It used to be a little harder to keep track of, and not just because you couldn’t Google “When is Thanksgiving?”

As anyone who has seen ‘A Christmas Story’ knows, licking a cold metal object can be dangerous. Here’s why you should never stick your tongue to a metal pole in winter.

Mary Janes have an early-20th-century comic strip to thank for their name.

Why Does Your Body Jerk Awake As You’re Trying to Fall Asleep?

Why Aren’t Classical Statues Very Well-Endowed?

Why Do We Call It an “Allen Wrench”?

What’s the Difference Between Diet Soda and Zero-Sugar Soda?

Why Do So Many Products Come With ‘Do Not Eat’ Packets?

Why Do Christmas Crackers Come With Paper Crowns?

How Did Evergreen Trees Become a Christmas Symbol?

Why Don’t Casinos Have Windows?

Why Do We Cook So Many Foods at 350 Degrees?

Living Room vs. Family Room vs. Den: What’s the Difference?

Why Christmas Music Sounds So Distinct

Why Does ’Phony’ Mean Fake?

Why Do English Cucumbers Come Wrapped in Plastic?

Where Do Online Orders Go When You Return Them?

Why Do Cats Hate Closed Doors?

Tsunami vs. Tidal Wave: What’s the Difference?

How “My Favorite Things” Became an Unlikely Christmas Classic

Are Christmas Trees Dangerous to Pets?

Why Is My Cat Chewing on My Hair?

Should You Remove Your Dog’s Collar When at Home?

Why Do Cats Cover Their Faces While Sleeping?

The Reason Why Thanksgiving Is on the Fourth Thursday in November

Can You Really Get Your Tongue Stuck to a Metal Pole?

How Did Mary Jane Shoes Get Their Name?