Trillions and Quadrillions: A Short Guide to Absurdly Big Numbers

You've heard of Google, but what about a Googol? If not, then this tutorial is for you.

by Mark Mancini

Math Concepts

Most People Think Texting While Driving Is Fine, Study Says

Laws against texting while driving are increasing. There's just one problem: Most people think they don't need them.

What in the World Is Dog Trancing?

Your dog might even 'trance' — and you have no earthly idea what he's doing. We assure you, he's not the only one.

Could a Galactic Civilization Survive the End of the Universe?

It's never too early to start planning!

How Right to Try Bypasses the FDA

The intent of Right to Try is to make the process of obtaining last-ditch, potentially life-saving drugs easier for terminally ill patients by avoiding FDA strictures altogether.

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Can a Bag of Water Keep Flies Away?

Have you ever seen a water bag hanging in a restaurant? It's not a design trend — some people say the bags repel flies. Does this method hold water?

'Gloomy Sunday:' The Song Linked to More Than 100 Suicides

Can a song or music really push a person that far to the edge?

You Can't Buy Anything for a Penny Anymore, Not Even a Penny

Even items with the word 'penny' in their name, like penny candy, cost more than a cent. What does a penny buy in America these days?

5 Reasons Why the Great Lakes Are So Great

The Great Lakes are named so for several reasons, including shipwreck preservation, fresh water and even birdwatching.

10 Worst Things to Donate After a Disaster

News about a hurricane or tornado far away impels us to want to help the survivors. But is there a right way and a wrong way to do this? Can a donation be worse than doing nothing at all?