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Is it 'Jury-rigged' or 'Jerry-rigged'?

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When you're holding something together with nothing more than spit and perhaps some duct tape (duck tape?), what is the correct term, jury- or jerry-rigged?

Why Do We Call It a Piggyback Ride?

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It's a strange phrase when you think about it, as people don't normally ride pigs. So where did it come from?

Solfeggio Frequencies: Healing Tones or Pseudoscience?

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Solfeggio frequencies are specific sound frequencies that have been around for centuries and are believed to have powerful effects on the human body and mind. Many claim that these six measurable tones can stimulate healing, reduce stress, and even awaken intuition. But what does the science actually say?

Was the Flatwoods Monster an Alien or an Owl?

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A mysterious cryptid, an eerie encounter and one of the strangest stories to come out of West Virginia: That sums up the Flatwoods Monster.

Gen X Slang: Yuppie, Bogus, Cool Beans and More

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Gen X — born roughly between 1965 and 1980 — came of age surrounded by cassette tapes, arcades, and MTV. This generation created a language all its own.

Plantain vs. Banana: The Many Fruity Differences

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Bananas and plantains come from plants of the same genus (Musa), but the plantain vs. banana comparison boils down to more than just size and skin.

90s Toys: 9 Gadgets, Moon Shoes, Creepy Crawlers, Pogs and More

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If you grew up in the 1990s, you probably remember begging your parents for that one toy all your friends had. The 90s toys era was loud, weird, and wonderfully plastic.

15 Types of Beer to Order at the Pub

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Beer isn’t just a beverage. It’s a craft, a culture, and for many, a passion.

Lake Natron: Where Impossibly Salty Water Matches Flamingos

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With its vivid red waters and stunning surrounding terrain, Lake Natron is one of East Africa's most mesmerizing and otherworldly natural wonders.

10 Types of Wine and What to Pair Them With

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If you've ever stood in front of a wine shelf overwhelmed by options, you're not alone. Understanding the types of wine can make picking the right bottle feel less like a guessing game and more like an informed choice.

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