Inside the Weird Little World of Microclimates
A single stalk of corn can create its own microclimate. But what is a microclimate, and why do they even matter?
Spanking Has Declined Sharply in the U.S. in Last 25 Years, Study Finds
Parents in the U.S. are spanking their kids much less often than they did in the past. A study looked at the decline between 1993 and 2017.
Ube Is the Totally Instagrammable Tuber That's Also Good For You
Ube is a sweet species of yam that stands out because of its vivid purple color and sweet, creamy taste.
Beer Ads and Wild West Shows Hyped the Myth of Custer's Heroic 'Last Stand'
The Battle of Little Bighorn, where Gen. George Custer took his 'last stand' was no tale of bravery or military strategy. But beer ads and wild west shows transformed it into a mythical story of 'good' versus 'evil.'
How Obituaries Went from Dry Death Notices to Tributes to Truth
Obituaries do more than just let the world know someone died. They're a chance to pay tribute to someone, advocate for a cause or even settle a score.
What on Earth Were They Talking About? A Quote Quiz
You might know the quote but do you know what the speaker was referring to? See how many of these famous quips or disses you recognize.
