When you’re taught all your life to be polite and quiet, there comes a point when you just have to scream and break things. These riot grrrl bands give you soundtracks to rage to.
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The Tallest Tree in the World (And Other Totally Awesome Trees)
We love all trees. They literally make our lives possible. But let’s take a look at the tallest tree in the world along with the oldest, widest, and overall biggest.
Can AI Fight Fake News?
AI is helping us catch fake news, but it may also be helping some create even more convincing fakes.
The Best Credit Cards for Young Adults
Building credit from scratch can seem impossible. These credit cards for young adults make it easier.
The 5 Best Musicians Out of New Jersey
Most people associate New Jersey with our famous Turnpike or a certain MTV reality series, but there have been some amazing musical acts from the Garden State as well.
Hiking Volcan Baru: The Highest Peak in Panama
I had the opportunity to hike Volcan Baru, the tallest peak in Panama. I’m writing this with sore legs and a full heart.
What Is Ableism, and What Can We Do to Fight It?
When the CDC announced that it was “encouraged” by data showing COVID mostly kills people with disabilities, the world got a taste of the ableism people with disabilities face daily.
Welcome to Hell, Norway: Places in the World With Silly and Fascinating Names
Hell on earth is actually one of the more pleasant places to live.
7 Badass Nuns in History
From murderous conquistadoras to human rights defenders, these real nuns are more badass than any TV nuns.
Was the Minotaur Story Real? Investigating the Myth of King Minos and the Labyrinth
A son of Zeus and a monstrous bull? It’s no surprise that King Minos is written off as a myth but evidence suggests there may have been some truth to the story.
K-Pop’s New Super Group Features BoA, Red Velvet, and More
Girls on Top was one of the albums that helped thrust K-Pop onto the international stage. Now, it’s the name of the latest star-studded super group.
When You Need Something Loud Enough to Drown Out the Voices Telling You to Get Over Kurt Cobain’s Death Already
They said grunge died in the mid-90s. These bands are digging the genre out of its grave.
Most New Year’s Resolutions Don’t Survive January. Here’s How to Change That
If you’re already feeling skeptical about those resolutions you made a couple of weeks ago, use these tips to keep you going.
What We Can Learn From the World’s Happiest Nations
What does it mean to be happy? The answer can differ from person to person: being surrounded by friends and family, doing meaningful work, listening to music that speaks to you — the list is endless. But while we tend to think of happiness as something we experience individually and is studied by psychologists, there’s […]
The Strange History Behind the Creepy Burger King Mascot
Have you ever wondered why the Burger King mascot has such a creepy, plastic head? Well, here’s the disturbing history you might regret learning.
The Top Fanfic Ships on AO3, and What They Mean for Fandom
The 2021 list of top ships on AO3 is out, and it reveals a serious representation problem in fanfic.