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The Mandela effect: how groups of people can all remember the wrong thing

Although popularized by a "paranormal consultant", the effect is real.

How old is Hinduism and how it all started

One Hindu proverb says that there are many paths up the mountain, all leading to the same place. Only fools waste their time insisting their path is the right one.

What is Boba and is it actually good for you?

It's delicious -- that's the first thing you need to know.

How to prevent your glasses from fogging when wearing a face mask

Before we dig into the details, here are a few quick fixes to get rid of that extra moisture on your glasses: wet glasses with water, and then lather just a little bit of soap on the lenses (real soap, not the bath cream or stuff like that). The soapy layer should stop fogging; place […]

How to stop police violence with evidence-based policy

Sweeping the dirt under the rug won't cut it anymore. Here's what research says about what works and what doesn't to curtail police violence.

Yes, there is institutional racism in the US -- and there's a ton of science that proves it

Ask every black man and woman in the USA and they're likely to tell you the same thing.

Can face masks really protect against the coronavirus? Here's what the experts say

Masks are only useful if the disease is actively spreading in your community.

A look at the harmony of organic architecture

Organic architecture aims to design buildings that are in harmony with nature and their surroundings.

What are the benefits of breastfeeding?

Breast milk is a baby's first food and should be the only way of feeding infants for at least the first six months of life, according to the World Health Organization.

200-year-old diary shows gay history isn't what you thought it was

An 1810 farmer thought homosexuality was natural -- and his reasoning is spot on.

The gruesome practice of shrinking human heads

Jivaro head hunters employed a unique technique to shrink the heads of their fallen enemies in order to prevent their spirits from taking revenge.

Leaf blowers are not only annoying but also bad for you (and the environment)

It comes down to the inefficient engines they use.

Do stress balls really work? What the science says

You seem them in every corporate office but do these squishy foam balls actually relieve stress?

Why Game of Thrones' Dragonglass is so deadly

In Westeros, there are only two substances capable of killing White Walkers: Valyrian steel and Dragonglass.

The Dark Side of PETA -- serial "mercy" killings, misleading campaigns, and pseudoscience

I, for one, would not want my donation money ending up as a settlement for pet killing or paying for shocking and misleading campaigns. There are other groups more worthy of our support.

The Manhattanhenge phenomenon -- here's what you need to know

It's a unique astronomic phenomenon.

Why Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing' is a brilliant sneaky innuendo

This just goes to show how amazing Shakespeare was at his craft -- and also that he probably had a dirty mind.

How to Lose 20 Pounds in 20 Minutes, The Psychology of Clickbait

The science of why we always fall for clickbait.

How Millennials are changing the face of the food industry

It's not all avocado and chia seeds.

'Tank Man': The iconic rebellious image that China doesn't want you to see

This picture sent ripples throughout the entire world on June 5, 1989, the morning after the Chinese military violently suppressed the Tiananmen Square protests.

The most remote tribe in the world -- untouched and uncontacted

The amazing history of a tribe forgotten by time.

Food files: Who invented hummus?

You've heard of hummus, but have you heard of the Hummus Wars? Come, let's dip in.

Darwin's "advertising" -- the magnificent biological art of Ernst Haeckel

You might have not heard his name, but you should have.

Is beer vegetarian? Well, there could be fish bladder in your beer

Who wants to drink fish guts?

Hacking Around: What Exactly Is Biohacking?

Biohacking offers great promise, but is do the possibilities outweigh the risks?

How to create deliciousness -- the chemistry behind cooking

Who doesn't love a good meal?

In Medieval times, people would pay Sin Eaters to carry their sins

Eating sins for a living is a rough job.

Just 3% of Americans own 50% of the country's guns

About 7.7 million American 'superusers' own between eight and 140 firearms.

The most expensive fungus in the world: a dead caterpillar that sells for 50,000 USD a pound

It's also known as the "Viagra of the Himalayas".

Chocolate files: from the early days to today's dark pleasure

Chocolate is… who am I kidding — we all know what chocolate is. It’s sweet, delicious pleasure. But chocolate, this seemingly simple product has a rich and complex history which stems for almost 4,000 years. Before it took the beloved form we know today, chocolate had medicinal and ritualistic uses. The Early Mesoamerican days The Aztecs […]

How hot is a sauna, and other steamy facts, according to experts

There's a big difference between wet saunas and dry saunas.

Eight messed-up 'delicacies' you probably never want to touch

Fish genitalia, bird embryos, and corn diseases. Enjoy!

The Mesopotamian Venice: The Lost Floating Homes of Iraq

The inspiring story of Marsh Arabs and their amazing sustainable floating homes.

Inside the minds of real-life zombies -- people who think they have a dead brain inside a living body

Cotard's syndrome makes people believe they're dead and that they do not require any food, water, or even hygiene to function.

The easiest way to make your own deodorant

It's simple, cheap, and very very healthy!

The Book of Civilized Man: The good manners book from the 14th century

"Don't mount your horse in the hall" and "Do not attack your enemy while he is squatting to defecate." Good tips right here.

Why do people have sex?

A deceivingly simple question.

1809 map shows where all our favorite French foods came from

Everyone knows French cuisine is simply spectacular - and it has been for centuries.

Ded Moroz: the story of the soviet Santa Claus

The Soviet Santa is a lot more badass, I'll give him that.

The different species of Christmas tree - and how to pick the best one

Tired of needles falling off or too expensive price tags? Here are some trees for you.

The Pagan Origins of Christmas

Christmas is far more complicated than you think.

10 Vintage National Park Posters that wanted to cure the Great Depression

When you're broke, but at least you've got nature

Why the dryer shrinks your clothes

I hate it when this happens.

How to pour the perfect beer - according to science

The art and science of pouring a beer.

Four things Jules Verne got right and four he didn't

He wasn't always right -- but he was pretty close.

Why Lego won't ever make 'realistic' military-related toys

Because it doesn't think war is child's play.

Meet Chuño, a space worthy food that the Incas made eight centuries ago

It's got an impressive shelf-life for something you prepare by leaving outside for a few nights then stomping on it.

The most expensive things you can eat or drink

Gastronomy is becoming more of a science and less of an art with each passing day, but there are some foods which are just downright unreasonably expensive.

Why online scammers say they're Nigerian princes

The Nigerian prince is in trouble!

The medieval elephant was partly horse, partly dog, totally hilarious

There were some pretty epic works of art made throughout the Middle Ages and especially the Renaissance. But these elephants are not among them.