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8 of the Most Haunted Places in Chicago

As the American Midwest’s most bustling metropolis, Chicago is a tourist destination for all types of travelers. But the Windy City’s storied past means there’s more than just a good time to be had … Chi-town is also bustling with paranormal activity. From the Second Regiment Armory to the site of H.H. Holmes’ infamous murder...

A Picture of Robert E. Lee’s Earlobe Might Solve the Mystery of His Death

General Robert E. Lee is more famous for his life than his death, though the latter is arguably more interesting (unless you’re a military buff, I guess). Lee had been in poor health since the end of the Civil War and described feeling unwell to his wife in letters. Doctors at the time had fewer...

Cats Poof up Their Tails for a Very Specific Reason

Our precious little kitties can turn into ultra-aggressive, violent monsters in the blink of an eye. Anyone who has owned cats or spent a lot of time around them knows exactly what I’m talking about. And when a cat is scared or feels threatened, you see its tail puff out to twice its normal size....

The Best Ways to Be Eco-Friendly When You’re Dead

It’s never easy to ponder what will happen to your body after you pass away, but it’s important to consider the different options that are out there. We live in an age when eco-friendly products and lifestyles are extremely popular, so why not give your corpse the same consideration? Many people don’t realize that both...

This Woman Is 100% Physically Healthy… but Wants to Live as a Disabled Person, Identifying as ‘Transabled’

This has to be one of the strangest stories I’ve heard in a while: Chloe Jennings-White, a 61-year-old chemist from Salt Lake City, Utah, is perfectly healthy, but identifies as ‘transabled’ and prefers to live life in a wheelchair. Yes, you read that right. The official name for this condition is Body Integrity Identity Disorder....

13 Fun Facts About Japan That You Might Not Know

Japan is at the very top of my list for a travel destination. I love the food, I love the culture, and I’ve heard nothing but glowing reviews from people I know who’ve been there. Take a look at these facts about the Land of the Rising Sun. 13. Source Source 2 12. Source 11....

6 Seemingly Normal People with Real Superhuman Abilities

You may have noticed that superheroes are all the rage these days. They’re big money at the box office, for sure, but what if someone offered to give you crazy powers in real life? I mean, reading minds or flying would be pretty cool things to be able to do, but you might feel differently...

The 2018 Women’s March Produced Some Seriously Badass Signs

On January 20, women took to the streets in cities and town across America to march for their rights and bring awareness to a number of issues that affect their lives. As is the case with any large gathering, the signs people proudly displayed captured a lot of attention on social media. From Washington to...

Watching Videos of This Pottery Getting Made Is Oddly Therapeutic

Kevin Kowalski’s pottery is simply magnificent. The artist uses clay and pigment-laced acid to make beautiful, unique designs on his pieces. Kowalski’s process is also fascinating to watch. Check out the videos below and get hypnotized by his work – and head to Kowalski’s Etsy page if you’d like to purchase something for yourself or...

Italians Are Tired of Americans Ruining Their Food, Twitter Account Shares All Their Frustrations

If Italians know one thing, it’s food. It’s like a religion to Italian folks, so don’t even try to mess with them or argue with them about it. A guy named Zach Champion who likes to frequent recipe websites noticed a common theme on the different sites: Italian people getting really pissed off in the...

This Car Made Completely of Snow Was So Realistic, Police Showed up to Ticket It

This has to be a frontrunner for Best Story of the Year for 2018. I don’t know why I got so much joy out of this…BUT I DID. An artist in Montreal named Simon Laprise decided to take advantage of a big snowstorm, and he created a winter masterpiece that we all should envy. Take a...

9 Things That Happen To Brunettes Everyday

People say blondes have more fun. As a brunette, I can’t say for sure whether or not that’s true, but I can promise that if you have brown hair, you’re going to find these 12 pictures relatable af. #9. The struggle is so real. #8. Your face or your hair. Choose. #7. You just can’t...

13 Animals Who Have Mastered the Art of the Photobomb

People think that photobombing is some kind of modern art form, but these animals are kind of great at it, soooooo maybe it’s not as evolved as we think. Or maybe animals are just that awesome. #13. Were you looking for me, maybe? #12. I object! #11. The seal looks so stinking pleased. #10. I...

20 Tumblr Posts About Christmas Good for a Post-Holiday Laugh

People either love the holidays or hate them. And now that they’re past – way past – there’s no reason why you can’t have a good laugh about them, no matter how you feel. I mean, they are a little ridiculous, right? So you might as well enjoy it them as much as you can. Enjoy...