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Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

Mathematicians found out why waiting for the elevator takes forever

Elevators in tall buildings often go in the opposite direction of the desired floor, as observed by physicists George Gamow and Marvin Stern.
Education
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

23 Students Who Spilled Family Secrets And Left Their Teachers Literally Speechless

Students frequently reveal unexpected, chaotic family secrets during class, producing surprising, candid anecdotes that teachers sometimes collect and share.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Soon after my baby's birth came a bottle of champagne from Alan': readers remember Alan Rickman

Alan Rickman was a gifted actor known for commanding villain roles, dry humor, expressive silences, and a warm, playful off-screen personality.
Humor
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

19 Times Women Had To Explain Verrry Basic Info To Their Friends, Family, And Partners

People frequently encounter surprising, humorous gaps in others' basic knowledge about geography, calendars, biology, and everyday facts.
#childhood-misconceptions
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago
Psychology

18 Comically Incorrect Childhood Beliefs Adults Held Into Their Teens, 20s, 30s, And Beyond

fromBuzzFeed
11 months ago
Everyday cooking

17 Adults Reveal The WILD Childhood Beliefs They Still Held In Their 20s And 30s, And I'm CACKLING

fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago
Psychology

18 Comically Incorrect Childhood Beliefs Adults Held Into Their Teens, 20s, 30s, And Beyond

fromBuzzFeed
11 months ago
Everyday cooking

17 Adults Reveal The WILD Childhood Beliefs They Still Held In Their 20s And 30s, And I'm CACKLING

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US politics
fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago

Rahm Emanuel ... For President?

Rahm Emanuel uses aggressive, relentless political tactics grounded in principle, rejecting caricature and framing his combative behavior as mission-driven, focused political work.
Film
fromVulture
6 months ago

A Delightful Conversation with Diane Keaton

Diane Keaton recalls meeting Nancy Meyers through casting interest and describes Meyers as witty, quick, bright, remarkably fast, and exceptionally intelligent.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Typewriter reveals unexpected genius | Brief letters

A set of readers' letters praising Bob Brody's inventive depiction, sharing anecdotes, commenting on exercise benefits, noting a Britain misspelling, and inviting further submissions.
fromTODAY.com
8 months ago

Her Dad was a Secret Service Agent. Here Are 3 Things This Daughter Could Not Get Away With

"I skipped a meeting at the White House to be here because we know that you skipped school yesterday. I took a course through the Secret Service on forgery, and you think we're not gonna know that you forged your mom's signature to skip school?"
Women
Humor
fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago

21 Hilariously Wrong Childhood Beliefs People Held Into Their Teens, 20s, And 30s

Childhood misconceptions can be amusingly silly and often persist into adulthood before being realized.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
10 months ago

Guns N' Roses' former manager recalls harrowing stories, calls Motley Crue 'brutish entertainers'

Alan Niven's management of Guns N' Roses was driven by desperation and a willingness to handle their chaotic lifestyle.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
10 months ago

Here Are 23 Times Kids Said Things That Were Creepy, Cringey, And Downright CRUEL

Children's unfiltered statements can be shockingly inappropriate and sometimes cruel without any malice behind them.
NYC parents
fromBuzzFeed
10 months ago

29 People Who Were Soooooo Cheap It Made Their Friends And Family Say, "OMG I Have To Tell Someone About This"

The article shares various anecdotes from individuals recounting experiences with people's extreme frugality.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
1 year ago

My neighbor won't stop mowing my lawn - badly

Dealing with a difficult neighbor can cause significant stress and frustration, as showcased by one Australian's experience.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
1 year ago

People Who Are Related To Celebs Are Sharing How Their Fame Affects The Fam, And It's So Interesting

Family gatherings with celebrities often highlight mixed feelings due to the impact of fame on relationships.
Health
fromBuzzFeed
1 year ago

Women Are Sharing The Surprising Things They Discovered About Men When They Got A Boyfriend

Men often exhibit a troubling nonchalance towards their health, impacting their willingness to seek medical help despite apparent injuries.
fromBuzzFeed
1 year ago

People Are Recalling The Dumbest Thing Someone Has Ever Said, And I Have No Words

He thought Australia (we're in England) was at least two days in front of us, so he thought he could travel, watch the cricket, and call home to tell us the results and bet without losing. Took nearly an hour to explain his errors and the 24-hour clock.
UK news
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