The Reason We Call People Blamed for Things “Scapegoats”
History is filled with figures who were single-handedly—yet often undeservedly—held responsible for epic societal failures. But what do goats have to do with it?
2023-08-31 21:53
Ryan Clark to Host 'Inside the NFL', Channing Crowder, Jay Cutler, Chad Johnson and Chris Long Joining as Analysts
Ryan Clark has been named host of Inside the NFL, The Big Lead has learned. He will be joined by Channing Crowder, Jay Cutler, Chad Johnson and Chris Long as as
2023-08-31 02:22
What’s the Difference Between Bison and Buffalo?
In the U.S., the terms ‘bison’ and ‘buffalo’ are used interchangeably—but they’re actually two different animals. Here’s how to tell them apart.
2023-08-29 21:46
Why Artificial Banana Flavor Doesn’t Quite Taste Like Bananas
Despite what people often claim, the Gros Michel isn't to blame.
2023-08-29 03:28
Why Are Tennis Tournaments Called “Opens”?
Tennis’s U.S. Open has only been an “open” since 1968. Here’s why.
2023-08-28 23:57
Why Do Older People Grunt or Moan While Sitting Down or Standing Up?
It's known as "middle-aged groan," and it afflicts millions who dare try to get off the couch.
2023-08-25 22:22
Roundup: NBA Schedule Released; Miley Cyrus Announces New Single; Michael Lewis Speaks on Michael Oher Situation
The 2023-24 NBA schedule has been released ... Miley Cyrus announces new single ... Michael Lewis speaks on Michael Oher-Tuhoy family situation ... Out-of-control wildfires in Canada force evacuations in Yellowknife ... Mortgage rate hit highest mark in 21 years ... Honeybee-hunting hornet spotted in US ... Things don't sound good for Wander Franco ... Hurricane Hilary could hit Southwest US ... Hawaii is vowing to protect landowners on Maui from being pressured to sell after wildfires ... World chess body bars trans women from competing in women’s events ... Trial of two white Mississippi men in shooting attack on Black FedEx driver ends in mistrial ... Colt McCoy announced as new host of Underdog's Scheme podcast ...
2023-08-18 19:24
Can You Actually Suck the Poison Out of a Snakebite?
You may have been taught the old cowboy trick of applying a tourniquet and using a blade to cut the bite wound to suck out the poison. It looks dramatic, but does it really work?
2023-08-16 03:52
Are You Really More Likely to Die on Your Birthday? The ‘Birthday Effect,’ Explained
“We concluded that birthdays end lethally more frequently than might be expected."
2023-08-14 22:23
Why Are St. Bernards Always Depicted With Barrels Around Their Necks?
The barrels we see around St. Bernards' necks in paintings and cartoons is the invention of an artist named Edwin Henry Landseer.
2023-08-12 02:45
Chicken Tenders vs. Chicken Fingers: What's the Difference?
All fried chicken tenders qualify as fingers, but not all chicken fingers are tenders.
2023-08-11 22:27
Why Can’t You Wear White After Labor Day?
The unofficial—but widely known—fashion rule can be traced back more than 100 years to some snobby millionaires.
2023-08-11 00:23