Posts by Matt Gilligan

There’s a new sensation sweeping the nation(!)…and it’s totally baffling. There’s been a lot of hype lately about people eating laundry detergent pods, for some reason. You know, those swirly little things you put in your washing machine that sort of look like candy but are actually soap. And it gets even better! News reports...

Judging by how well you did in junior high, you’re either going to love this idea or it’s going to bring back some painful memories. I’m somewhere in the middle, but I can clearly recall the disappointed look on the face of my 7th-grade science teacher when I stumbled over different elements of the periodic...

On a small island off the west coast of France, you can witness some of the most remarkable ocean patterns on the planet. Isle of Rhé is renowned for its pristine beaches and pleasant weather and draws tourists from all over Europe. The island is also perfectly situated to witness an ocean phenomenon known as a...

Ever since the Wright brothers flew for the first time in 1903, aviation has improved and advanced at an amazing pace. Take a look at these 10 facts about airplanes to learn more about the miracle of flight. 10. Source 9. Source 8. Source 7. Source 6. Source Source 2 Source 3 5. Source Source...

I used to work on a food truck in New Orleans, and I can still picture the horrified look on the face of customers when I handed them one of our delicious burgers and it wasn’t perfectly cut in half. It was a human tragedy on a grand scale. If you’ve worked in the service industry,...

Ever cried during a movie? How about during a movie on a plane? I’ve never really considered that before, but, judging from a recent Twitter thread, it must be a pretty common occurrence. Here’s the tweet that got the ball rolling. Maybe it really is the altitude? Take a look at these responses. Have you...

I know I shouldn’t feel this way the older I get, but man I love fast food. I crave it, I dream about it…and I still eat it too much. Sometimes a run for the border is just in order, know what I mean? Or a trip to White Castle is worth the hassle. Anyway,...

Millions of people venture to South Dakota every year to gaze up at the 60-foot carvings of four great American leaders on the face of Mount Rushmore. The story behind the creation of the famous carvings is already odd enough, but it takes another turn when you learn that there is actually a secret room...

It’s hard to set aside any time in our busy lives to go on dates. And it’s really hard to actually meet quality people with all the weirdos out there. That’s why we should all wish that we had a sibling like Megan Steffen. Megan was determined to help her sister Emily find a suitable partner, and...

I love to paint. I’m terrible at it, but it’s fun and it gives me (and others, I’m assuming) a little break from reality. Here are some facts about painting, painters, etc. that might get you inspired to pick up a brush and a canvas. 9. Source Source 2 8. Source 7. Source Source 2 6....

You gotta have a sense of humor in life about the difficult stuff. Anxiety is definitely one of those tough things that many, many people have to deal with on a daily basis. Hopefully, these 20 memes will make you laugh and give you at least a moment’s break from your anxiousness. 1. 2. 3....

There’s nothing like bonding with Man’s Best Friend. Our four-legged friends are loyal, friendly…and pretty hilarious. But so are the dog owners! As evidenced by these great tweets about owning a pup. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. h/t: Smosh Want more? Check out the articles...

I think this guy might be my idol. Comedian Jono Zalay keeps trolling and making fun of the one organization that probably needs it more than any other: the dreaded DMV. Zalay takes hilarious photos as weird characters every time he has to get a new photo for a license. He said his father started...

Last month in Rock Hill, South Carolina, police noticed a post on Facebook from a woman who shared a story about an incident that happened to her friend in a Walmart parking lot. The woman claimed the following frightening encounter happened to her friend: As she was sitting in her parked car in the lot,...

At the end of the day, females can relate to each other in many ways. No matter where they come from, what color they are, or even their age, there is a special bond among women that can’t be broken. And they can definitely relate to all of these tweets on some level. Preach, ladies!...