Nearly every country in the world uses the metric system as its official system of weights and measurements. Yes, fellow Americans, we are among the exceptions to this rule, but there’s no use crying over a spilt liter of milk. The customary system has its own cool history, well, one unit of the customary system …

Who knew worms could look so gorgeous? Yes, those small blue-green specks twinkling on that cave ceiling are worms—a rare species of the glowworm. Known as Arachnocampa luminosa, these tiny creatures live in dark, damp places and light up to attract their prey, creating a spectacle reminiscent of a starry sky. Amazingly, they aren’t the …

Some people enjoy air travel more than others, but it’s safe to say that no one looks forward to extra-long flights. Even if you follow these 12 tips for staying comfortable on a plane, a person can only tolerate so much time in a cramped cabin 35,000 feet above the ground. For passengers flying from …

It’s a conundrum that every woman faces at this time of year: what to wear to party season events. And, if you’re now panicking and thinking of splurging on a whole new outfit for this year’s work Christmas party, then Nigella Lawson has some words of wisdom for you. Whatever you do, don’t both buying …

At some point or another, haven’t we all convinced ourselves that food alone is better than having a significant other? Well, as it turns out, the one thing you thought would deem you single forever might be the same thing that ends up helping you find true love after all. Online dating service Zoosk recently …