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What's the stupidest thing that you've ever heard someone say? Just last week, I got into an argument with a friend over the correct term for a bin of missing items. They were under the impression that it was “lost in found” and not “lost and found." The fact that they weren't kidding baffled me. Admittedly, I was impressed by their conviction in supporting this claim. Also that they had made it this long in their life without learning the truth. My example isn't exactly extraordinary. I'd say…

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No more turning a blind eye

Why be a pro at flirting when you can name all 50 U.S. states' capital's official bird?

Some people wear a sexy outfit to get attention or be memorable in social situations. Others bring a special drink to share, a party game, or some of their "famous" 7-layer dip. How the hell is every 7-layer dip "famous"?? Anyway. Those methods are all well and good, but if you really want to make an impression, sharing disturbing, unsettling , or weird facts is the ultimate tactic. Learning those facts and really honing their delivery isn't hard. Especially when you have these Skeletor Facts a…

The more you know.

Alarming facts about the dark side of humanity seem to overwhelmingly make up most of the content that bombards us on a daily basis. But what about the good stuff? Is the world really as awful as it's made out to be, or does the media like to tell a different story because the bad stuff attracts more clicks? In any case, there are plenty of comforting facts that could reassure even the most jaded doomer, and one redditor seeking a bit of optimism asked Reddit to share some of their favorites. W…

Did you know that Ernest Hemingway used to shoot sharks with a tommy gun while fishing for marlins? Neither did I until I found @weird_hist, a Twitter account that drops random little-known historical tidbits and fascinating images from the past. Each one of @weird_hist's tweets is a gateway to a historical k-hole. First, you'll naturally want to fact-check the information. Did the CIA really equip cats with radio transmitters to try and spy on the Soviets? From there you're just a few more clic

Did you know if you slap a chicken at a certain speed it cooks? Did you know there are only 25 blimps in the world? Look it up!

The more you know.

It's never too late to learn

They've got a point.

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