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Here’s Why ‘Walt Disney World’ Got Walt’s Name and Disneyland Didn’t

There are many differences between Disney World and Disneyland. One small difference that you may not even be aware of is in their names. Disney World’s full name is Walt Disney World, while Disneyland is just Disneyland. What’s up with that? Let’s start at the beginning: Disneyland came first. It opened in 1955 in California. The...

The Line Technique for Multiplication Is Easy and Fun (Actually, Though)

Since it’s true you do use math every day of your life, you may as well learn a cool way of doing it. Here’s a method to multiplication that is pretty mind-blowing. When you multiply numbers on paper, you take the two numbers and stack the larger number on top, lining up the ones column,...

15 of the Punniest ‘What Idiot Called It…’ Tweets

You consider yourself a “punny” guy or gal? Do you like to have a little bit of fun with words and language? Then these tweets are definitely for you. There’s a joke that’s been going around for a while, asking “What idiot called it…” then punning your way into history. It’s one of those memes...

15 Horror Films Based on Terrifying True Events

As a horror movie fanatic, I think films that are based on real-life events are just a little more creepy – don’t you agree? It gives them an air of realism (even if they’re about the supernatural) that many totally fictional horror movies just can’t match. Members of the Buzzfeed Community weighed in with their...

You Can Spend the Night in a Mansion Inspired by ‘The Addams Family’ This Halloween

I have a feeling that a lot of my horror/spooky-obsessed friends are going to be very happy about this opportunity. An animated version of The Addams Family opened in theaters on October 11, and, in addition to a black Icee from AMC and a whole bunch of spooky food from IHOP, you now have a chance to...

These Illustrations Show How Easy It Is for Boys to Pick up Casual Sexism

Kids aren’t born knowing that there are different expectations for genders, or that people’s skin colors can mean they experience life in a different way, or that some people think certain kinds of romantic love are unacceptable. They learn these things from the adults in their lives, and many people try their hardest to make...

14 Parents Who Have Disowned a Child Share Their Stories

For most parents (if not all), the idea of disowning your own child is unfathomable. We can’t imagine a day or an event could ever come that would interrupt our constant flow of love, or our desire to keep them close enough to protect. These 15 parents decided that’s not true, though – that there...

Learn the Simple Strategies and Secrets of ‘Jeopardy!’ Champion James Holzhauer

Calmly, coolly, James Holzhauer dominated 10 single-day record totals as he won $2,462,216 over 33 appearances on Jeopardy! His reign ended only because he used Final Jeopardy to finish with scores referencing his wedding anniversary, his daughter’s birthday and other important dates. So, how did he do it? Obviously, he knows a lo-ot of stuff. Outside...

How to Change Your Email Address Without a Single Headache

Is it time to change your email address? Don’t worry, all hell doesn’t need to break loose. Here’s how to make the process as smooth and headache-free as possible. First, set up your new email address on Gmail (because let’s admit it — you’re going to be using Gmail). Update your email info on important...

Woman Shares Abusive Text Messages From Ex-Husband to Help Others

When survivors of abuse open up about their experiences, confused folks often wonder: “Why didn’t you just leave?” But escaping from an abusive situation is never that simple. It’s a tangled, terrifying web of threats and intimidation, and it’s usually carefully hidden from others. Bystanders often have no idea just how bad things have gotten. One woman...

These Tweets Are So Wholesome They Might Make You Cry

There’s a lot of bad news in the world right now, which is why we want to share some nice, wholesome, heartwarming tweets with you – so we can all feel better. H0nestly, they’re so nice, they might even make you shed a tear or two. You’ve been warned…grab some tissues. 1. Okay, I’m already...

Panera Fires Employee for Exposing How Their Mac and Cheese Is Made

Are you a fan of Panera’s mac and cheese? I sure am. It’s the highlight of my meal when I go. But recently you may have seen a viral TikTok showing just how it’s cooked – or, rather, reheated. Many viewers have expressed their dismay, but the shocks don’t end there: the employee was fired...

15 Homemade Halloween Costumes That Put Store-Bought Ones To Shame

Halloween is only a couple weeks away, and if you’re like me, you haven’t even begun to think about your costume yet. And let’s be honest: we probably won’t start thinking about our costume until noon of the 31st at the very earliest. At that point, we’ll be forced to either pay through the nose for...

15 Painfully Accurate Tweets About Sex and Dating

Painful and funny. Funny and painful. Kind of sums up dating and being in a relationship, doesn’t it? That’s kind of sad, actually… Sad, but true! In the spirit of soul-crushing experiences, let’s take a look at some funny tweets about sex and dating. Yay! 1. Or maybe even 60… If you’re 20 and he’s...