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The lore surrounding leprechauns may have originated in Ireland. Still, whenever March rolls around in the United States, there seem to be little redheaded men wearing green all over the place. St. Patrick’s Day is obviously a huge holiday—and a big excuse to party—for many Americans. And it’s the one day every year when you

There is a saying that it is “a small world.” However, we all know that this is not so true. Technically speaking, the world we live in is large. While we may know that the world has 8.1 billion people and that the population of India and China combined is about 2.8 billion, which is

The universe is so full of crazy happenings that it barely even registers when we read of exploding stars, planet-pinging asteroids, or black holes turning planets into spaghetti. However, the following discoveries are so violent, odd, or beyond the bounds of human experience and understanding that they’re almost incomprehensible. Related: Top 10 Disturbing Secrets About

Whether we like it or not, bras are a part of many people’s everyday lives! In fact, 50% of the world’s population is women, so at least that many have to deal with them at some point in their lives. Shopping for these articles of clothing may be difficult, but once you get the hang

Not everyone can be an Olympic gold medalist, win an Oscar or a Nobel Prize, or sell millions of records. But there is a way for people who lack such traditional talents to achieve something that will be recorded along with their name for posterity—breaking a world record. With a bit of creativity and hard

Unfortunately, disagreements are an all too common part of life, be it a simple misunderstanding, difference in beliefs, or a personal grievance. For example, married couples may find themselves at odds over financial decisions, household chores, or personal habits. Parents and children may argue over curfews, academic performance, or bad behavior. However, disputes may also

Depending on your personal proclivities, geography was either the best or worst subject for you in school. It seems like there are very few in-betweens with that. Kids growing up either love studying geography and have a feel for where everything fits on a map, or they hate it and have horrible memories of the

Spying and leaks of classified intelligence seem to go hand in hand. Not all the movies on this list were well-received by reviewers. However, each of them shows what’s at stake when classified information is revealed and, often, what motivates someone to reveal such material in the first place. Related: Top 10 Blockbuster Movie Scenes

The brain is an incredible thing. There are all sorts of wild and wonderful things happening up there in the cranium. The realm of neuroscience is a fascinating one, with researchers uncovering more about the brain by the day. The intricate inner workings of the mind are still a mystery. But each new discovery—whether that

Dive into the lesser-known corners of the Olympics, where the spotlight isn’t as bright, but the excitement is just as intense. While swimming and gymnastics steal the show, a whole world of Olympic sports is waiting to be explored. From the lightning-fast thrills of roller speed skating to the jaw-dropping moves of breakdancing, these sports

History is sadly filled with one genocide after the other, and as technology improved, so too did our ability to kill one another en masse. Of course, technology isn’t the only key to killing millions of people, and some of history’s most lethal leaders relied on weapons we consider to be archaic today. Regardless, many

The grunge era of the late 20th century was one of the most memorable phases of rock music. Also known as the Seattle Sound, as many grunge bands started in Washington State, this genre was born in the ’80s and was all the rage by the early ’90s. Some of the more successful Grunge bands

Since the start of the 21st century, there have been obvious improvements in visual technology. Fantastic cameras can fit in people’s pockets, while satellite images help people do everything from navigating new cities to spying on their enemies. However, in the same way that humans were given other senses to help them when they cannot

Everyone knows the basics of Jonestown. How cult leader Jim Jones attempted to create a utopia in South America, and how it ended with the death of over 900 followers by cyanide-laced Flavor-Aid (no, it wasn’t Kool-Aid!) Jones was the charismatic yet deeply troubled leader of the Peoples Temple, a religious movement that culminated tragically

The world is full of incredibly strange animals, and zoos are a great place to see many of those creatures from the comfort of a paved path or through thick enough glass to ensure your protection. Sure, we all go to zoos expecting to see the mainstays that come with each city’s set-up: tigers, lions,

Films that feature snippets of fictional films within their in-world narrative aren’t exactly rare, but not all of these fake films are intriguing enough to make viewers wish they could watch the full thing. Some movies merely mention or show posters of fictional films: Marty McFly is swallowed by a holographic shark promoting Jaws 19

Antarctica is known for being one of the harshest environments on the planet. It is also one of the most isolated. If the worst happens, help is often too far away—and the consequences can be deadly. Sadly, this was the case for Rodney Marks, an astrophysicist whose sudden death in 2000 warranted a homicide investigation.

Our gastronomic journey unveils the crème de la crème of Michelin-starred delights that beckon travelers worldwide. From Roman palaces to Tokyo’s hidden gems, these culinary sanctuaries redefine fine dining. Buckle up, foodies, as we explore the divine intersections of flavor and luxury across the globe’s top ten Michelin-starred restaurants. Related: 10 Unique Restaurants: From Simply

Reading books is a great way to learn new things, but when we think of educational literature, the image that most commonly springs to mind is that of dusty old textbooks. Reading for educational value doesn’t have to be boring, however. There’s an entire genre dedicated to fictional stories set in real historical locations, often

The Academy Awards have provided plenty of memorable moments, whether slip-ups, a slap, or a naked man dashing across the stage behind presenter David Niven during the streaking fad of the mid-1970s. But from its beginning, the rules and values of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have, themselves, made for unique twists