Author: Daniel Bukszpan
Every top summer song since 1958
Lizzo, Harry Styles and Beyoncé may be topping this summer’s music charts, but the joyful songs of summer go way, waaaaaaay back. Do you know what …
Why Elvis Presley is still making millions, 45 years after his death
Elvis Presley may have died 45 years today, but you would never know it by looking at the data. According to the streaming service Spotify, he …
These are America’s oldest operating restaurants
The restaurant business in the United States is notoriously competitive. Approximately 60% of new restaurants don’t survive more than a year in business, and 80% don’t …
28 reasons to visit Maine’s extraordinary Acadia National Park
If you love sunrises, you can see the first glimpses of light seen anywhere in the United States by visiting Maine’s Acadia National Park. Just southwest …
Bill O’Reilly & 12 other celebs who proved that ‘cancel culture’ isn’t real
In the last few years, much has been made of “cancel culture.” an allegedly widespread phenomenon in which a public figure will make a comment …
How much do you love fast food? Do you love it this much?
After months of social distancing, masks, and vigorous hand-washing, one would think Americans would be more health-conscious and ready to turn over a new leaf …
17 American burgers so extravagant you won’t quite believe they’re real
When it comes to food and drink, there are two highly personal decisions we each must make: how you take your coffee, and what you like …
Glorious photos of one of the most stunning national parks in the US
If you’re a fan of the wilderness, you need look no further than Yosemite National Park. Nearly 95% of it is designated as “wilderness,” thanks to …
19 bizarre connections between Leonardo DiCaprio & Leonardo da Vinci
Human beings are like snowflakes, in that the closer you examine them, the more their similarities become obscured, and the more their differences are thrown into …
The best places in the world to hide out when the apocalypse comes
Between a deadly virus, social unrest, and geopolitical uncertainty, you could be forgiven for thinking the state of the world is getting downright Biblical. The academic …
This Hank Williams-Van Halen mashup is nothing short of glorious
Not all heroes wear capes. Some toil in obscurity, slaving away at efforts that will improve life for the rest of us. We never learn …
Movie nerds! How many of these obscure film facts do you know?
There’s a certain breed of movie fan who sees two hours of cinema as much more than just a distraction that happens to come with popcorn. …
This dad makes fake photos with his children. It’s adorable…and kind of scary
Kenny Deuss of Antwerp, Belgium, is a regular guy. He takes regular photos of his kids, uses Photoshop to create images of said kids in questionable …
Here’s what these famous ’90s kids look like now
In August, Spencer Elden, who appeared on the cover of Nirvana’s legendary 1991 Nevermind album as a baby, sued the band and associated parties. He alleged …
35 mind-blowing facts about our solar system
The origin of the solar system has been debated by scientists, theologians, and other grand high muckity-mucks since time immemorial. While there’s no pinpointing an …
17 of the most over-the-top burgers in the US
When it comes to food and drink, there are two highly personal decisions we each must make: how you take your coffee, and what you like …
The weirdest fast food merch you’ve ever seen
After months of social distancing, masks, and vigorous hand-washing, one would think Americans would be more health-conscious and ready to turn over a new leaf concerning …
‘A Supertough Kangaroo’ & other movie title translations gone hilariously wrong
Since time immemorial, a quite vexing situation has persisted for lovers of language. Namely, it’s the fact that translating something from one language to another can …
25 truly surprising facts about the Rolling Stones
Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts passed away last August at the age of 80. Earlier in the month, the band had announced that he would sit …
These 20 US restaurants are the oldest in the country
The restaurant business in the United States is notoriously competitive. Approximately 60% of new restaurants don’t survive more than a year in business, and 80% don’t …