Second Wind: Finding Purpose and Meaning as We Age
Rediscovering purpose in the second half of life can feel like uncharted territory, but it can open doors to adventures you never imagined.
What Do Those Digits Printed On Your Glasses Mean?
Indeed, those little numbers stamped on the temples of your glasses mean something. And understanding their meaning is more useful than you think!
The History Behind Commonly Used Phrases You Never Knew
Do you know the origins of these 10 phrases?
Understanding How to Decode Your Credit Card Number
Ever wondered what those 16 digits on the front of your credit card mean? Let's find out...
English Vocab History: Few Can Pass This Vocabulary Quiz?
These 14 words have really strayed away from their original meaning, can you guess what words like 'girl' and 'clue' used to mean?
The Secret Meaning Behind Bread Packaging Twist Ties
Did you know that the color of twist ties on bread packaging changes from loaf to loaf? This trick will help you pick the freshest bread at the store.
15 Common Texting Abbreviations You Should Know
You’re probably familiar with the common “LOL” and “OMG,” but what about ROFL or FWIW? Learn the meanings of 15 popular texting abbreviations here.
These Clever Designs Will Make You Look Twice!
These fascinating logo designs have a hidden meaning!
Can You Guess the Meaning of These 20 Common Surnames?
We kind of take surnames for granted, as they are just passed down to us. But every name has an origin and meaning, and some might surprise you.
Famous Quotes and Sayings That Are Grossly Misunderstood
The quotes we list in this article are really famous, but most people don't use them right. Learn about the real meaning of these quotes here!
Do Colors Have the Same Meanings All Across the Globe?
Everyone’s favorite color has a special meaning, but that changes from place to place as the symbolism of colors is different all over.
These Clever Pictures Illustrate Common GRAMMAR Conundrums
The world of English grammar is a confusing place where words that mean different things may be spelled or pronounced the same... Here are 15 examples
10 Difficult Words in English Everyone Should Know
English has many difficult words with meanings that are nearly impossible to guess, which makes them super tough to remember. Here are 10 such words
Why Do Passports Have Different Colors?
Most people don't suspect that the color of their passport actually has quite a lot of intention behind it. Here's what common flag colors really mean...
Did You Know These Famous Artworks Have HIDDEN Messages?
The 7 famous paintings and sculptures we showcase in this article have secret messages waiting to be uncovered!
What Is Your Cat Trying to Tell You? Cat Sounds Explained
Cats are extremely intelligent pets and the sounds they make are their way of communicating, even if we don't always understand what they mean
8 Unique Facts You Didn't Know About The Thesaurus
How much do you know about the thesaurus? Here we list some fascinating and lesser-known facts about the word-finding tool.
From Salt to Salary: Surprising Origins of Ordinary Words
Did you know that the word 'muscle' stems from the Latin word for little mouse? Here is a collection of words with peculiar etymologies
10 Common French Loanwords You’re Probably Mispronouncing
French loanwords that are pronounced differently or mean something else entirely in French
QUIZ: Can You Guess What These Words Used to Mean?
10 Words that Mean the Opposite of What They Used to Mean
These meaning of words we know today used to have an opposite meaning when they were first used.
I Can’t Believe These Ordinary Words Used to Mean That...
Let’s take a short journey back in time and trace the origins of 11 seemingly-ordinary words that have exceptionally-interesting histories.
Learn the History Behind These Commonly Used Phrases
We All Dream... But What Do Our Dreams Mean?
Let's take a look at what some common dreams mean.
Shocking! This is What the Bar Code on Produce Means
What do the stickers on your produce mean? Find out here.