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Believe It or Not: A Typo Helped End World War II

As World War II raged across Europe, the British knew they had to get the best and brightest minds involved in the war effort if they and their Allies were to be victorious. That’s why a man named Geoffrey Tandy was a bit taken aback when he was summoned by the Ministry of Defence in...

A Short History of the Salem Witch Trials

Though the Salem Witch Trials in Massachusetts lasted only a little more than a year, the legacy of the hysteria and paranoia surrounding the infamous proceedings continues to resonate in the American consciousness. And although we hear the trials referenced quite often, what actually occurred during the trials that saw 20 people executed? In 1689,...

10 British Foods That the Rest of the World Thinks Are Super Weird

If you’ve spent any time in the UK, you know they have some pretty interesting food and drinks that are considered staples of the British diet. And, for some reason, you just can’t really find them anywhere else. Maybe it’s because a lot of those items don’t translate super well off the British Isles –...

10+ Clumsy Men and Women Share the Dumbest Way They’ve Been Injured

Got some clumsy folks in your life who always seem to get hurt? I know I do. I have a friend who can barely leave the house without getting injured. People on AskReddit were brave enough to admit the absolute dumbest ways they’ve ever been injured. 1. It happens “Coughed, pulled muscle in back.” 2. The door...

Two Guys Snuck a Fake Poster of Themselves in McDonald’s to Make a Point About Representation

When Jevh Maravilla noticed there was a big blank spot on a wall in his local McDonald’s, he decided to fix the situation – so he sprung into action. That’s right, without telling the manager or the employees, Maravilla hung a fake poster of himself and a friend. And while it is funny, the two friends...

Foster Kids Share What They Wish Their Foster Parents Would’ve Done Differently

Being a foster child must be incredibly rough and confusing. But the flip side of that is that there are a lot of great foster parents out there who give kids unconditional love. In this AskReddit article, foster kids share what their foster parents and families could’ve done differently. 1. Terrorized “The first foster home...

5+ Random Facts Guaranteed to Make You Think

You’ll have to wait until the very last fact in this article to learn what animal Freddie Mercury really loved, but it’ll be worth it. Trust me. 1. That’ll do it 2. Way to go! 3. I’m watching you… 4. Red Nova 5. Saturday sweets 6. Groups 7. Cat lover

20 of the Funniest Tweets From Actor Ryan Reynolds

Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds is well-known for his wit and humor on social media. Here are 20 of Mr. Reynolds’ funniest tweets. He seems like he’s just a regular guy, except really funny and handsome, and I like that. So refreshing! 1. The moon in heaven 2. The greatest 3. So sandy 4. Surprise! 5....

10 of the Spookiest Ghost Stories in the United States

Every state in America has their own famous ghost stories and urban legends. And all of them are equally as creepy as the next. Here are 10 of the spookiest ghost stories from different states around the U.S. 1. Alaska The Golden North Hotel in Skagway is the setting for Alaska’s creepiest ghost tale. Legend...

Dads Are Angry There Aren’t Changing Tables in Men’s Rooms. Here’s Why.

This isn’t a new discussion – men and women have been lamenting how hard it is for dads to help out with public changing duties for years. I’ve found that most places now have, at the very least, a family bathroom where either parent can go and change the baby, but apparently, there are still...

12 Unforgivable Food Creations That People Actually Ate

It should come as no surprise that there are some truly disgusting food products being produced, but it does often surprise me that there are people out there who are actually willing to eat said foods. Below are 12 examples that might (should) turn your stomach, so make sure and save this link for between...

10 Wholesome Tweets That Are So Pure

I know, I know – that title’s a pretty big promise, especially because these days, our faith in humanity seems to be at an all-time low. That said, these 10 tweets are so wholesome and pure, you can’t help but be reminded of the good in people and our innate desire to be kind, despite...

Artist Illustrates the Hidden Side of Long-Term Relationships

For single people, long-term relationships might seem like this perfect romantic experience where couples sit around and feed each other chocolate-covered strawberries all day. But, as someone who has been in a committed relationship for nine years, I’m here to tell you that that is not the case. That’s not to say there aren’t wonderful times –...

12 Things You’re Only Allowed to Laugh at If Your Cat Is Rude as Hell

Is your cat rude? Hold on, let me re-phrase that: is your cat a cat? I kid, I kid. But seriously, cats can be so mean sometimes. Sure, they have their nice moments, but when they want to be mean, they unleash a true deviousness that is unrivaled in the animal kingdom. If you think...