Kathryn is a senior editor and writer with HowStuffWorks. She has written on a variety of topics, ranging from Oprah to squirrels to the winter solstice. She has also worked as a magazine editor, a radio reporter and an editorial supervisor at PR Newswire. She holds a Communications degree from Cornell University and was born in Jamaica.
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The autumnal equinox is the day Earth is perfectly angled to the sun, so the day and night are of equal length. Well, almost.
Americans typically view Labor Day as the official end of summer and a free day off from work. But have you ever stopped to think who was behind it? And why is it celebrated in early September?
It may seem like there are no secrets left about Diana, Princess of Wales, but we've unearthed some facts that may be new to you.
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Jamaica is known as "the biggest little country in the world" for good reason. This tiny island is globally renowned for its food and music, but what do Jamaicans themselves hold dear?
Classic American lore would have us believe that Betsy Ross made the first U.S. flag, but some historians dismiss this as just a tale. So, who's right? If not Betsy, then who made the first flag?
Scientists created this expanding black hole illusion to show how your mind can trick your eye.
Homer Simpson's favorite snack was once called 'oily cakes.' Find out more about this and other fun facts on doughnuts.
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Does your back flare up when a storm is coming? Many people swear that rain makes their joints hurt more. But science has had a hard time proving this.
The Cinco de Mayo holiday is far more popular in the U.S. than in Mexico. Why is that and what does it celebrate?
Whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner, there's a taco to suit the occasion. But how did this Mexican street food become so popular in the U.S.?
But lots of people think it will. Where did our beliefs about amnesia come from?
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Denim pants have gone from mining camps and ranches to the White House. How did they get so popular and why are sales shrinking now?
"Let them eat cake?" Not her phrase.
Zippers are found on so many products. But have you ever noticed that "YKK" is on the pull-tab of most zippers? Find out where these mysterious initials come from.
If you look outside your window right now, you'll probably see one running up a tree or checking you out. How did the squirrel get so commonplace?
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You may have noticed signs on the highway that warn "Bridge Ices Before Road." What causes this to happen?
Register for Toys for Tots, and make the holidays a time your children will never forget. Learn about how to register for Toys for Tots in this article.
With his good looks and appealing voice, this youngest member of the Gibb brothers seemed destined for a long music career. But it was not to be. What went wrong for Andy Gibb?
Feeling stressed? Shoot, paint some happy trees and learn more about the late PBS artist who's bigger than ever.
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Secretary of State Colin Powell came up with a framework of eight questions that the U.S. should say "yes" to before going to war. What were they, and are they still relevant?
It may surprise you that even in 2021 there are a few Olympic sports that are not open to both genders.
Even if you're in a state that doesn't require it, it's a good idea to write a bill of sale when selling something privately to prevent misunderstandings down the line. Here's how to do it.
Your trophies can go to making more trophies or possibly some art. Learn more about where to donate old trophies.
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If we took all the U.S. dollars, British pounds, Turkish dinars and every other currency out there and added them up, how much would it come to? Is anyone keeping track? And how hard would it be to figure out?
During an emergency, Americans know to dial 911 for help. How and why was that number selected as the emergency phone number for the entire country?