Posts by Matt Gilligan

Are there still people out there who believe the Earth is flat? For some reason – yes, there are. I guess in these crazy times, we can’t be sure of anything. Well, just in case you need a refresher – or perhaps you need to convince an insane friend or family member (or stranger) –...

Winter is in full effect (bomb cyclone anyone?), and Erie, Pennsylvania definitely knows it. Though the East Coast is shivering, not too long ago the city on the lake got absolutely walloped by an incredible 53 inches of snow in only 30 hours. That’s just shy of four-and-a-half feet. In 30 HOURS. The snow started...

What a year 1998 was, right? I was there, and I can tell you – things seemed a lot more relaxed. Maybe that’s because there was no social media and 9/11 hadn’t happened yet, so the world just seemed a little more chilled out and innocent. A lot of songs that we still hear on...

Cars changed the way human beings live their lives. They opened up the country and gave people personal freedom like they had never known before. Today, things aren’t that much different. Take a look at these facts about automobiles past and present. 13. Source Source 2 12. Source 11. Source 10. Source 9. Source Source...

Carrie Fisher passed away at the age of 60 almost exactly one year ago, and it’s safe to say that she is still missed in a big way by fans across the world. It’s not only human beings who miss her, though. Judging by the reaction of Fisher’s beloved bulldog Gary at the premiere of Star Wars:...

Politicians and talking heads like to brag that the U.S. has the “greatest health care in the world,” but for people who don’t have good insurance (or any insurance at all), nothing could be further from the truth. If you break your arm in the U.S. and you have a high deductible, you could get...

Okay, they actually hit the market in 1978, but Trapper Keepers are totally linked with the 1980s and early 1990s. I’m sure you remember, right? I know I do. I think I got my first one in 7th grade. It wasn’t even close to being the coolest one in school, but I held my own...

The seemingly never-ending winter is now upon us and our everyday routines are thrown into chaos because of ice, snow, and unrelenting cold. But don’t fear! There are ways to get around all those headaches. Take a look at these 10 cold weather hacks that will make your winter a little more bearable. 1. Make...

Winter break comes every year, and when it ends students all across the land start cramming, stressing, and freaking out as their semesters begin again. This also means homework. LOTS OF HOMEWORK. If you’re still a student, you’ll relate to these tweets. If your schoolin’ days are over…you’ll still relate to these tweets because the...

Having a stressful day? In addition to your deep breathing techniques, take a look at these beautiful handwriting examples and just let the calmness sweep over you. These photos are from a Reddit thread called “Penmanship Porn.” Ahhhhhh. There, don’t you feel better? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13....

People who are native to the South don’t know how to handle snow. I’ve seen it firsthand. I grew up in Illinois and Kansas, which see their fair share of snow, and now I live in North Carolina. We usually only get one teeny, tiny snowfall each year that amounts to about an inch or...

This country is extremely divided right now about one extremely important issue. No, not North Korea, not the new tax laws, something much more important. I’m talking about whether Star Wars: The Last Jedi sucks or not. I’ve heard mixed reviews from my friends. Some love it, some absolutely hate it. But it seems like there are...

The moon has been a source of inspiration and wonder for all of human history. We write songs, poems, and books about it. And we made it a mission to reach it. Here are 10 facts about that big ol’ beautiful moon that we all gaze upon. 10. Source Source 2 Source 3 9. Source...

How are your New Year’s resolutions going so far? It’s tough to stick to them, but hang in there! With all this talk about improving ourselves, have you ever wondered why we even have New Year’s resolutions in the first place? I think most people would be surprised to learn that this tradition goes all...

Parents, bless their hearts. They always have the best intentions, even when they blow it in a huge way. Take the case of Jorji Kellogg. She asked her parents for tickets to see Lorde, the singer, in concert. And this happened. Ouch. Kellogg’s parents thought their daughter wanted to connect with “the Lord,” so they...