Submarine vs. Submersible: What’s the Difference?
There’s a reason nobody’s referring to the missing ‘Titanic’ submersible as a submarine.
2023-06-22 02:48
Why Meteorological and Astronomical Seasons Don’t Line Up
Happy first day of (meteorological) summer!
2023-06-21 01:53
7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Animals—And How to Tell the Difference
You won't confuse a moth and a butterfly or an alligator and a crocodile again.
2023-06-16 04:25
The Reason Gas Stations Charge 9/10 of a Cent
The unusual fractional price you see at gas stations has roots in the Great Depression, but marketing is to blame, too.
2023-06-13 00:56
The Slightly Morbid Reason We Tap Our Glasses on the Bar Before Doing a Shot
As with regular toasts, it’s not clear exactly when, where, or why this custom began. But these days, most drinkers will cite one of two common reasons behind it.
2023-06-03 03:47
Why Are Hyperlinks Blue?
Unpacking the reason hyperlinks are blue requires dipping into early internet history.
2023-05-31 22:22
The Clever Reason Why Grocery Stores Change Their Layouts So Often
A grocery store’s layout strategy is very calculated—and rearranging inventory is meant to confuse you.
2023-05-31 01:21
Have You Been Misled by ‘Misles’? The Linguistics Behind These Commonly Mispronounced Words
Learning how to pronounce ‘biopic’ is one thing. Understanding why it’s such a commonly mispronounced word is another.
2023-05-30 20:28
What Your Car’s Air Recirculation Button Does—And Why You Should Be Using It
Your car’s air recirculation button can make life easier on you and your air conditioner.
2023-05-26 21:17
Is ‘Main Character Energy’ a Real Thing? Here’s What It Is—and How To Tell if You Have It
Social media has been buzzing about "main character energy" for years, but what does it actually mean?
2023-05-10 03:23
Do You Really Have to Preheat the Oven?
You should preheat the oven to whatever temperature the recipe says—but here’s what’ll happen (or won’t happen) if you don’t.
2023-05-09 05:18