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Gustav Klimt’s ‘The Kiss’ is a deceptively simple portrait of lust and love. But beyond that glittery gold leaf, the work is full of fascinating facts.
2023-10-24 01:47

21 French Names You’re Probably Mispronouncing
The pronunciations of names like ‘Yves’ and ‘Geneviève’ aren’t hard once you’ve heard them a few times.
2023-10-24 00:24

Why Is It Called the “Placebo Effect”?
What is a placebo? Technically, a Latin phrase meaning ‘I will please.’ It’s also a Catholic prayer and a clever insult.
2023-10-23 23:49

California!
The Strange States series will take you on a virtual tour of America to uncover the unusual people, places, things, and events that make this country such a unique place to call home.
2023-10-23 21:27

25 All-Natural Facts About Arkansas
Bordering Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Tennessee, and Mississippi, America’s landlocked 25th state is full of food festivals, spooky legends, and rare animals.
2023-10-23 21:26

Amazing/Weird Period Board Game Teaches Kids About Menstruation
Move around the board with just a quick spin of the ovaries.
2023-10-23 21:21

NASA Reveals How Living in Space for a Year Affected Scott Kelly’s Poop
Astronaut Scott Kelly used cotton swabs to take samples of his fecal matter. He then sealed it in tubes and sent it back to Earth via rocket.
2023-10-23 21:16

This 'Smart' Bed Accessory Will Rock You to Sleep
The Adiva One is a bed accessory that operates on the premise that adults enjoy being rocked to sleep as much as babies do.
2023-10-23 20:57

Are White Cats More Likely to Be Deaf?
Several studies have reported that deafness is more prevalent in white cats, but few provide a good estimate of how common it is.
2023-10-23 20:52

What Are Those Red and Green Lights on Curling Stones?
Olympic curling stones are pretty self-policing—here's what those green and red lights can tell you.
2023-10-23 20:52

This Elevator Alternative Would Let You Bike Up Skyscrapers
This gives the phrase "biking to work" a new meaning.
2023-10-23 20:51

25 Things You Should Know About Houston
In a state where everything's bigger, H-Town looms particularly large.
2023-10-23 20:50
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