What’s the Kennection? #161
Welcome to Kennections, a weekly quiz created by ‘Jeopardy!’ host and champion Ken Jennings. Welcome to Kennections, a weekly ...
97-Year-Old Galápagos Tortoise Breaks Record as First-Time Mom
A nearly century-old Galápagos tortoise welcomed four babies recently, boosting a critically endangered population.
Google’s New Hidden Pokémon Game Lets You Catch ‘em All
Just when you think Pokémon can‘t get any more popular, the franchise continues to surprise. According to Google, searches ...
7 Things You Should Never Buy at Costco
Yes, Costco sells mattresses. However, unlike with brick-and-mortar mattress stores, you can’t try before you buy. The ...
This Interactive Map Shows You Where Your Food Comes From
If you’re wondering how tariffs might affect your grocery bill, use this interactive to trace the origins of your food.
Why Do City Cops Ride Horses?
In an age of drones, dash cams, and armored SUVs, why are police officers still riding horses? As it so happens, there are ...
10 Questions About the Vietnam War, Answered
The Vietnam War was a highly controversial conflict. We break down some of the most common questions about the war.
Mental Floss3d
Why Do We Refer to Airplane and Ship Passengers as ‘Souls’?
The slang has no official role in travel lingo, but there are plenty of good reasons aviation professionals keep using it. According to the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA ...