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October 15, 2025 at 7:38 PM
From medical texts, to BDSM poems, to the biography of a highwayman bound in his own skin—at his request.
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Only one definition is correct—the other three we made up. Can you identify the real meaning from the fakes?
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October 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Only one definition is correct—the other three we made up. Can you identify the real meaning from the fakes?
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October 14, 2025 at 1:44 PM
All five answers have something in common. Can you figure it out? 🌀
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October 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
All five answers have something in common. Can you figure it out? 🌀
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This riddle comes from a book published in 1835—can you figure out the answer?
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October 12, 2025 at 4:15 PM
This riddle comes from a book published in 1835—can you figure out the answer?
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This riddle comes from a book published in 1921—can you figure out the answer?
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October 12, 2025 at 3:47 PM
This riddle comes from a book published in 1921—can you figure out the answer?
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October 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Only one definition is correct—the other three we made up. Can you identify the real meaning from the fakes?
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October 8, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Only one definition is correct—the other three we made up. Can you identify the real meaning from the fakes?
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All five answers have something in common. Can you figure it out? 🌀
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October 6, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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This riddle dates back to the 17th century—can you figure out the answer?
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October 5, 2025 at 3:58 PM
This riddle dates back to the 17th century—can you figure out the answer?
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Fifty years ago, the Maysles brothers released 'Grey Gardens.'
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October 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Fifty years ago, the Maysles brothers released 'Grey Gardens.'
Here are 8 fascinating facts about the film that let us into the unforgettable world of Big Edie and Little Edie: https://bit.ly/3KvePe4
Here are 8 fascinating facts about the film that let us into the unforgettable world of Big Edie and Little Edie: https://bit.ly/3KvePe4
October 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Has someone told you to “go to hell?” If so, let us direct you to these potential portals to the underworld.
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October 2, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Has someone told you to “go to hell?” If so, let us direct you to these potential portals to the underworld.
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Only one definition is correct—the other three we made up. Can you identify the real meaning from the fakes?
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October 1, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Only one definition is correct—the other three we made up. Can you identify the real meaning from the fakes?
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Some makes and models stand a better chance of getting you in trouble than others. 🏎️
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October 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Some makes and models stand a better chance of getting you in trouble than others. 🏎️
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Air quality makes a big difference when it comes to your overall health, but gauging it isn’t as simple as looking out your window. This map reveals disparities in air quality throughout the U.S., from big urban centers to rural areas.
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September 30, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Air quality makes a big difference when it comes to your overall health, but gauging it isn’t as simple as looking out your window. This map reveals disparities in air quality throughout the U.S., from big urban centers to rural areas.
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All five answers have something in common. Can you figure it out? 🌀
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September 29, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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September 28, 2025 at 3:53 PM
On this day in 1986, Cleveland attempted a world record with 1.5 million balloons. Ever since, locals have wondered whether the narrative that grew around the day—which led to car accidents, airport interruption, and complicated a Coast Guard search—was unfair.
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September 27, 2025 at 1:02 PM
On this day in 1986, Cleveland attempted a world record with 1.5 million balloons. Ever since, locals have wondered whether the narrative that grew around the day—which led to car accidents, airport interruption, and complicated a Coast Guard search—was unfair.
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September 26, 2025 at 1:51 PM
September 23, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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September 22, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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September 21, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Only one definition is correct—the other three we made up. Can you identify the real meaning from the fakes?
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September 20, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Only one definition is correct—the other three we made up. Can you identify the real meaning from the fakes?
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What’s your go-to comfort movie when you’re sick?
September 20, 2025 at 1:02 PM
What’s your go-to comfort movie when you’re sick?