The human brain can do some amazing things. From Stuff You Should Know’s Josh Clark, here are 10 of the most unusual feats ever performed by a person's thinker.
When the podcast stars aren’t busy chatting about topics like zombies and quicksand in the studio, they’ve been known to write about them. Here are 20 classic articles from the guys behind Stuff You Should Know.
We get it. Movies are fiction. But for those of us who love science, seeing even fictional worlds behave in a way that's flat-out wrong just rankles.
The terror network responsible for 9/11 has been around for decades, but it underwent a rapid transition after the death of its original leader, Osama bin Laden. What does the third act look like for al-Qaida?
The Apple iPad still holds an impressive lead in the tablet computer market, but it's not the only game in town. With dozens of tablet models to choose from, how do you begin to find the one that's right for you? Take our quiz and see what you know!
The science of rocketry is extremely complex and, at times, dangerous. This collection of images highlights the tech that gets all that science off the ground.
Transmissions are complex components that often contain hundreds of smaller parts. But just how long do transmissions last, anyway? And does a so-called "bullet-proof" transmission really exist?
How much RAM is in your computer? Do you need more? And if you do, how do you know? Take this quiz to learn everything there is to know about RAM.
The bad, the worse and the worst. You name 'em, we've caught 'em. Check out some of the most notorious criminals in U.S. history, from gangsters to con men to bandits in love.
The Internet is buzzing with reports that Lance Armstrong admitted to doping in a not-yet-aired interview with Oprah Winfrey. He’s not the world’s only cheating athlete – but he’s on our list of the 10 most infamous.
Your computer's casing encloses some pretty toxic stuff. If you were to pick through its innards, you'd expose yourself to a whole bevy of chemicals. So how do you stay safe when you power up?
Flight has been a human dream for centuries. It wasn't until the dawn of the 20th century that man was finally able to leave the ground. This gallery highlights some of the milestones in aviation.
It's time to step into the time machine and travel back through history. Of course, if you hope to survive, you're going to want to separate what you actually learned in history class from all the historical inaccuracies in the movies.
Leaving a job can be one of the most stressful occasions in your working life, but some situations make it almost mandatory for a career-minded person to make a change. What are some of the best reasons to switch to a new job?
Many puzzles can stump even the smartest players. But which head-scratcher is the hardest in the world?
Yeah, yeah, you’re the king of the Interwebs, but we bet you aren’t familiar with all of the sites that made our gallery. Or are you? Only one way to find out.
Winning the lottery seems part of everyone's daydream. But many winners say it actually becomes a nightmare. Why does it all go wrong? Here are some of the most spectacular flameouts we've come across.
Having a Ph.D. or a seat in the Oval Office won't necessarily stop you from doing dumb things. Here are 10 people who should've thought twice.
Whether you chew to freshen your breath or blow a big bubble, you probably shouldn't swallow gum. But does it really stay in your body for seven years if you do?
Guns come in all shapes and sizes. Put on your safety gear and take a look at this gallery of revolvers, Glocks, shotguns and even flamethrowers.
While women's lower body strength is often in line with that of men, their upper body strength can be half as much. Why is this, and are there any long-term benefits to this difference in muscle makeup?
Despite all the Slinkies, Band-Aids and BIC pens out there, many patented inventions that push the boundaries of innovation will likely never see widespread use, like this car that’s grown organically and emits pure oxygen.
With the exception of winning the lottery, making serious money takes time and effort. But there are legitimate ways to make extra cash to supplement your day job income. Check out 10 ways you can moonlight and end up with some dough to show for it.
C'mon. You know you've thought about this. We have, too. Want to see how your list compares with ours?
The Google Chrome Web browser is full of fun and useful features. How much do you know about Chrome? Surf through this quiz to find out!
Are you curious about what's inside your computer? Browse through these computer hardware pictures and take a tour of your PC, from RAM to hard drives and everything in between.
Your former confident gait has been replaced by a listless shuffle.
Did you know: Breathalyzers detect the presence of alcohol by measuring chemical reactions involving a mixture of sulfuric acid, potassium dichromate, silver nitrate, water and any alcohol you happen to have on your breath. Another random fact
“Knowledge is the most democratic source of power.” Who said it?
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