Let's Discover Whether or Not Christopher Columbus Slept With a Manatee — Not a Joke
"I saw three sirens that came up very high out of the sea," Columbus wrote.
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It's Not Just You! Halloween Candy Is Scary This Year — Scary Expensive — And Here's Why
Halloween candy is adding to the scary atmosphere this year by pricing people out — here's why it's so expensive.
PJ Schulte on Paragon West, Acting, and Giving Back to the Foster System
“I know what it feels like to be given an opportunity. Now it’s my turn to create them for others.”
The Surprising Reason JFK’s Presidency Is Linked to King Arthur's "Camelot”
“There’ll never be another Camelot again.”
Creators in Fashion Turn the Online Space Into a Global Runway for 2025
“Creators in Fashion isn’t just an event, it’s a signal."
From Toronto to the World Stage: The Journey of a Dance Innovator
“My goal is to give back to the community that shaped me."
How Can You Get Your Hands on Arby’s Steak Nuggets? Find out All About the New Menu Item
Are they already available at an Arby’s near you, or will you have to wait a little bit longer?
Luka Buzaladze: A Career Built Outside the Usual Path
Building in real time turned into its own education. Every mistake made him sharper. Every update kept the platform alive.
Over 4,000 Wells Fargo Banks Will Close on October 13 — Here's the Reason
Here’s everything you need to know about the Oct. 13 closure and other upcoming closures.
What Happened to Stocktwits? Inside the Outage That Left Traders in the Dark
"Our team is investigating the issue."
You Can Hear Serial Killer Ed Gein's Voice for the First Time in a Docuseries
The voice recording gives us new insight into the famous serial killer.
Dutch Comedian Who Created Tilly Norwood Defends AI Actress as "New Paintbrush"
"I also believe AI characters should be judged as part of their own genre, on their own merits."
The Pope Blessed a Block of Ice While Speaking About Climate Change, but Why?
The decision has caused some ire in the world of conservatives.
Flying During a Government Shutdown? Here’s What to Expect at the Airport
Will flights be delayed? Here's a breakdown of the impact.
Why Did Spotify CEO Daniel Ek Step Down? Inside the Decision to Walk Away
Daniel Ek co-founded Spotify back in 2006 and spearheaded the streaming service to become one of the leaders in the space.
What Happened to Fingerhut Is a Mess of Unanswered Questions and Angry Customers
A screenshot of an email making rounds on social media suggests Fingerhut has officially gone out of business.
The 'Twilight' Crocs Have an Official Release Date
The shoe features both Edward and Jacob.
Dire Wolves Return: Romulus and Remus Mark First Birthday as Science Rewrites Extinction
The Dire Wolf's return was made possible by piecing together its ancient DNA from fossils tens of thousands of years old.
Did a Pregnant Woman Really Overdose on Tylenol to "Prove It's Safe?"
"The fact that nurses spread BS makes my blood boil."
Here’s What the Whole 40 Percent of Cops Thing Means — and It’s Not Good
There are more than 750,000 sworn officers in the U.S.
Exploring the Value of Offshore Staffing Solutions To Reach Top 1% Of Global Talent
Maximizing value often comes from finding the right person for a given job at the lowest feasible rate.
Why Some People Think Israel Actually Bought TikTok
Wasn't it supposed to be a deal between the U.S. and the China-based company?
A McDonald's Monopoly Scam May Be to Blame for Canceling the Game for Almost 10 Years
McDonald’s announced plans for a new Monopoly game in 2025.
Why Putting Your Whole Family in Matching Christmas Pajamas Is Actually Brilliant
When everyone's rocking family Christmas pajamas, you’ve basically hacked the algorithm.
Social Media Users Panic After Learning Mercedes Is Discontinuing the G-Wagon — But Is It Actually G-one?
The luxury Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is associated with the rich and powerful.
Cynthia Jade Asks Stranger To Bicep Curl Her
Without hesitation, the man accepted the challenge, and Cynthia jumped into position.
Some iPhone 17 Users Complain Phones Scratch Too Easily — Is It a Widespread Issue?
"Apple, this isn’t what I expected from a premium product!"
Is Donald Trump Right? Do the Amish Really Have No Autism?
"They have no autism.Does that tell you something?"
How Owning an Influencer Management Company Is Becoming the Business Model of the Future
Influencer management might sound like an industry built around glossy aesthetics and fast-moving campaigns, but at its heart, it’s about people.
Startups to Scaling Giants: How Fractional Controllers Are Closing the Financial Confidence Gap
Fractional controllers bring the kind of precision and foresight that can make the difference between growing sustainably and tripping over avoidable missteps.
People Are Predicting Rapture Day Is Coming — Here’s What It Means
Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, happens to be the start of the Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah.
Breaking Through the Noise: How Lucas Pusch Helps Brands Scale with Impact
As a brand director, Pusch understands that the strongest brands are not built on flashy ads, but on meaningful narratives that resonate with people.
The Tools HR Needed Yesterday: Why Software Is Finally Catching Up
The systems being built today are not only catching up with the demands of modern work, they’re redefining what HR can be.
Sick of Pop-Ups? How to Turn off "Find Similar" on TikTok and Escape the Loop
Are you sick of seeing the words "find similar" pop up in the middle of videos you watch on TikTok?
Redefining the Industry, Sobhan Samadi Empowering Others To Navigate The Financial Markets
“I’m the only person in Turkey who consistently hosts live sessions in financial markets.”
'I Swapped Hospital Scrubs for Babestation After Cruel Condition Took Hold of My Body'
“I also feel powerful, sexy and confident – like the woman I was always meant to be."
The Charlie’s Murderers Website Isn’t Gone, It Just Rebranded — Here Are All the Details
“We lawfully collect publicly available data to analyze the prominence of support for political violence."
The "Mason 6-7" Meme is Creepy and Complex — Here's the Unusual Origin Story
"26" may be the new "41." Which is the new "6-7." But don't forget "6-7 Mason."
Manga Fans Ask What Happened to Comick After the Beloved Site Suddenly Went Dark
Manga and Manwa fans are scrambling as Comick appears to be offline.
OnyFans Star Anya Lacey Is Taking Matchmaking Into Her Own Hands
“I’ve been on every dating app. And I still wasn’t meeting men who shared my values. So I built my own portal.”
Army Rolls Out Stricter Grooming Standards and Cracks Down on Weight Gain
"This will totally win every war."
What NASA Found on Mars Could Rewrite the Story of Life Beyond Earth’s Boundaries
NASA is seemingly getting closer and close to proving life may have once existed on the planet Mars.
Facebook Users Who Filed Claims Related to Meta's Cambridge Analytica Scandal Are Getting Paid
On Aug. 27, Meta was ordered to distribute the $725 million settlement.
The New Gen Z and Alpha Slang Is "41" — But What Does It Mean?!
The "41" dance is an upside-down version of the "6-7" dance. Confused yet?
"Let’s Go Taco" Has Everything to Do With Donald Trump and Nothing to Do With Tacos
"LET'S GOOOOOOO TACO!"
From SAP Systems to AI Frontiers: Ajay Setty’s Global Vision for Intelligent IT
As technological innovations continue to emerge, Ajay Setty is leading the way with responsible algorithms that may influence people’s opinions about AI.
Mia Monroe Serves Up Sweet Energy With Her Addicting Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Mia showed that sometimes the sweetest moments come from slowing down and enjoying the simple things.
Daily Habits That Can Improve Your Mental Health
One of the most accessible methods of practicing mindfulness is “observing the thoughts without judgement.”
What Is a "Groyper"? This Far-Right Term Became an Icon of a Conservative Culture War
The "groyper army" targets conservatives. But not the ones you'd expect.
Reverse Osmosis Membranes: The Key to Cleaner, Safer Water
Choosing the right membrane isn’t only about technical specifications. It’s about aligning flow rate, size, and material with the realities of daily use.