Every day we run across things that are perplexing in some way. Maybe it’s a complex idea or a strange new gadget.…
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Whether we choose to admit it or not, we have all made mistakes at one time or another. Even though these errors…
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As long as there have been humans, there has been warfare and violence. Bashing each other over the head was one of…
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In a world where social norms subtly shape our behaviors and interactions, it’s easy to overlook the intricacies of everyday conventions. Delving…
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In a world full of diverse interests and passions, it’s no surprise that people have formed clubs and societies to celebrate even…
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The word “boondoggle,” meaning an extravagant and useless project, is derived from the Boy Scouts’ practice of “boondoggling,” or braiding and knotting…
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One of the most chilling chapters in bestselling author Dean Koontz’s many thrillers details a lone survivor’s experience of a horrific airplane…
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Optical illusions are like magicians. They make you question everything your eyes tell you. They’re not just pictures—they’re more like windows into…
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No matter whether you are a stay-at-home parent or a full-time employee, it can be difficult to find that perfect work-life balance.…
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10 Common Phrases That You Might Not Know Have Nautical Origins
by Johan Tobiasby Johan TobiasThere are many commonly used phrases in the English language that originated with sailors—some of which are rather obvious. For instance, “run…