Author: Alex Andonovska
The ultimate earworm songs, according to science
It happens to the best of us. You listen to a song that seems catchy and cluelessly start singing along. Then, many hours later, you realize …
22 secret places you’ll never be allowed to visit
Off-limits Humans have been migrating and moving from place to place since the dawn of time in the neverending quest to explore every corner of the …
The surprising fruits & veggies that never actually existed in nature
Man-made fruits and vegetables It turns out humans have been tinkering with the genetics of our food for thousands of years. Thanks to a process known …
Related in real life: Surprising celebrity relatives
Hollywood turns out to be a small town full of unexpected family ties. While many celebrity connections are obvious and well-known to the public, others, however, …
America’s best old world Christmas markets
Revelers unable to hop the pond before the 12 days of Christmas can find a slew of old-world-inspired festive markets across the United States. Before you …
What famous landmarks looked like while under construction
When we visit some of the world’s most famous landmarks, we marvel at the final product, snap a photo, share it on social media, and cross …
Chilling, real-life exorcism stories
The religious ceremony of casting out demons is something most of us have seen only in hair-raising horror flicks like “The Exorcist.” However, the chilling truth …
20 terrifying horror movies based on true stories
You know how when you are watching a gut-wrenching horror movie, you try to rationalize by silently repeating, “It’s just a movie.” Well, not to add …
Some of the world’s most inspiring epitaphs from famous gravesites
What is the last thing you would like to say to the world? A stanza from your favorite poem that perfectly describes your legacy? Some profound …
The 25 safest cities in America
There are many threats to safety in the United States, ranging from the COVID-19 pandemic through natural disasters to mass shootings and traffic accidents. There are …
These 25 American customs are often offensive in other countries
American culture is dotted with many customs and gestures that Americans use without hesitation. Traveling abroad can be tricky, though, as what is considered perfectly normal …
Healthy Halloween treats that will have your ghouls gobblin’
Halloween treats don’t have to be unhealthy. In fact, they can be healthy and also incredibly scrumptious and satisfying. Related Slideshow: Muffin lovers rejoice! These 15 recipes …
Favorite movies of some of the most evil people in history
It’s difficult to imagine some of history’s most despised humans had some downtime and enjoyed watching movies just like regular folks do. And while you may …
Favorite movies of some of the most evil people in history
It’s difficult to imagine some of history’s most despised humans had some downtime and enjoyed watching movies just like regular folks do. And while you may …
Pants were once ‘barbaric’ & other fashion facts you probably don’t know
Long before fashion, celebrity and the question “who are you wearing?” became an interview staple on the world’s red carpets, clothes were something that stemmed from …
Pants were once ‘barbaric’ & other fashion facts you probably don’t know
Long before fashion, celebrity and the question “who are you wearing?” became an interview staple on the world’s red carpets, clothes were something that stemmed from …
21 times ‘commoners’ fell in love with royalty
Royal families used to have a strict “equal marriage” rule for the monarch and heirs; royals married other royals. However, now, it’s not so uncommon for …
The Eiffel Tower, Mount Rushmore & 22 other landmarks with secret chambers
Some of the world’s most revered landmarks host flocks of curious visitors mesmerized by these monuments’ cultural, architectural and historical value. But the average visitor doesn’t …
Marilyn Monroe’s turkey stuffing & more recipes from famous figures
Food is the one thing that binds us together across generations, no matter the title or social status. Even some of the most famous historical figures had …
Weird etiquette rules around the world
When it comes to social etiquette, it seems that the devil is in each culture’s details. Every country has its own social rules and manners, and …
British royal line of succession
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, her eldest son Charles has become the new King of Britain. The Queen became the sixth female monarch in …
Queen Elizabeth II is dead. What happens now?
Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, died Thursday at the age of 96. This is a sad time for Britain and the world, but the Crown has …
Famous last words throughout history
The average person speaks around 860,341,500 words in one lifetime— the equivalent of the entire text of the complete 20-volume “Oxford English Dictionary (OED).” Some of these …
Favorite American foods that are banned in other countries
You are what you eat, they say. If that’s the case, a lot of folks in the United States are less than healthy based solely on …
The richest celebrity chefs in the world
While cooking is not always exclusively known as a lucrative occupation, these celebrity chefs have managed to build an empire around their name and their culinary …
15 wonderful memories of Robin Williams
Robin Williams was a comedy genius. Perhaps the pre-eminent comedy genius of our lifetimes, which made his death 8 years ago on Aug. 11, 2014, all …
19 life-changing inventions that were totally accidental
It’s funny how we seldom think about how or why things are made. They are just there, right? Well, it turns out that many things we …
Easy summer treats: Homemade ice cream & popsicle ideas
Healthy Ice Cream And Popsicle Recipes You Can Enjoy Without Guilt When it’s hot outside, it’s natural to want a cold treat. But you don’t have …
3 great smart TVs for outdoor watching
In recent years, smart home living has expanded outside the home. It has become easier to set up and manage outdoor living thanks to the expansion …
The states where seniors are living better lives
Life expectancy in the United States plummeted dramatically due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in a two-year decline between 2019 and 2020, the most significant single-year …
