Trivia

18 Things You Never Knew Actually Had Names

What's the name for the the holes in Swiss cheese? Eyes. The state of being full of beer? Gambrinous. Dazzle...


Why Are Dog Noses Wet?

Dogs love to give licks, but is a wet nose a good thing? Here's why dogs have wet noses and...


What Does AM and PM Stand For?

We use these abbreviations all the time, but do we actually know what they mean?


19 of the Strangest Unsolved Mysteries of All Time

Get ready to have the hair on the back of your neck stand on end. These unsolved mysteries are among...


14 Hidden Messages in the Harry Potter Books You Never Noticed

Even the most diehard fans might not have picked up on these secret meanings and cryptic clues! Take a look...


Why Do Dogs Have Whiskers?

They're more important to the everyday life of a dog than you might think!


What’s the Difference Between a Castle and a Palace?

Ask a child where a king and queen live, and they're likely to say a castle or a palace. But...


What Does the Royal Family Do to Relax?

Think the royal family is too busy for hobbies? Think again!

Why Are Flamingos Pink?

Hint: It all comes down to diet.


8 Animals That Look Nothing Like Their Baby Pictures

When some animals are first born, they look nothing like their parents. Then, once they grow up, you can tell...


This Is Why North Americans Say “Soccer” Instead of “Football”

You're not going to believe who turned us onto this phraseology.


Here’s How the Months of the Year Got Their Names

Here's a hint: Gods, kings, and numbers were involved.


8 Iconic Figures Whose Identities Remain a Mystery

There are more theories about these people than there are facts.



10 of the Strangest Things That Have Fallen from the Sky

These forms of precipitation put "it's raining cats and dogs" to shame!


13 Fascinating Facts About the World’s Oceans

Dive right into these mind-blowing trivia facts that will make you "sea" the ocean in a whole new way.


The Hidden Meanings of 12 Everyday Objects, Revealed!

The little pocket on your jeans. The little hole in your pen cap. They're not just there for show.

50 Things You Won’t Believe Are Banned in the U.S.

From bear wrestling to shooting fish in a barrel, find out what odd things lawmakers around the country have banned...


Why Dolphins Are the Second-Smartest Creatures on the Planet

These big-brained marine mammals are chatty, playful creatures that we humans find it easy to identify with, but scientists are...


14 Hidden Talents of the British Royal Family

You'll never guess which members of the British royal family possess these surprising hidden talents!


13 Things You Didn’t Know About Halloween

You know it's spooky, creepy, and full of candy, but here are 13 things you might not have known about...



The 20 Dirtiest Jobs in the World

Your desk job won’t sound so bad after seeing these dirty jobs.

What’s Up with That Weird Kneading Cats Do?

Not all cats knead the same way, but there is a surprising reason behind this feline quirk.


What Your Birthdate Reveals About Your Personality

Why rely on a pseudoscience like astrology when actual published scientific research can predict your future?


Can You Identify the British Royal by Their Childhood Picture?

Think you're a royals expert? Let's see if you can correctly guess who each of these royal babies and kids...


10 Historical Figures You Didn’t Know Were Related

Hint: George Washington wasn't the only world-famous leader in his family.


23 of the Biggest Living Animals in the World

There's big and then there's really big. Here are the largest, heaviest, and tallest animals to ever live on the...


6 Countries with the Longest Lunch Breaks in the World

Canadians, read this and weep: Workers in these countries get two to three times as long for their lunch breaks....