Happiest Countries In The World
The world's happiest country is Paraguay, which placed first for the second year in a row.
Brain Science is Ignoring Left-Handed People
Left-handed people are often excluded from studies.
Do Romania and Chad Have the Same Flag?
The only difference being that Romania defines the colours used more narrowly than Chad.
The Hum That Helps to Fight Crime
A hum that comes from mains electricity has allowed forensic scientists to establish whether recordings are genuine.
The Dodo is Dead, Long Live the Dodo!
The dodo has become a symbol of national identity in Mauritius.
How Much Hazelnut is in Nutella?
A breakdown of the ingredients shows that Nutella has very few hazelnuts, and is actually mostly made of sugar and palm oil.
How Old Do You Have to Be if You’re Trying to Be Famous?
Most people become famous before they're 30, according to Harvard University researchers.
90% Eat Pizza at Least Once a Week
Pizza has beaten curry to be crowned Britain's favourite dish.
What Age Do People Shop at IKEA?
IKEA remains popular throughout the late 20s and early 30s, but drops after age 34.
Why Steve Jobs Changed His Car Every 6 Months
He discovered a loophole in the California vehicle laws and, i.e., anyone who buys a brand new car had a maximum of six months to affix the issued number plate to the vehicle.
Max Factor Makeup
He largely developed the modern cosmetics industry in the United States and popularised the term 'make-up' in noun form based on the verb.
Why Paper Cuts Hurt So Much?
The nerves around the cut are exposed to air and other irritants, which can make the pain more noticeable and longer lasting.
Vicarious Embarrassment
Embarrassment felt on behalf of someone else.
95% of Paraguayans Are Mestizos
About 75% of all Paraguayans also speak Spanish. Guaraní and Spanish are official languages.
Museum of Broken Relationships
Where memories of broken hearts live.
Cats Eating More Fish That Their Owners
Each cat in Australia eats 13.7 kilograms of fish a year, while humans on average consume about 11 kilograms of fish and seafood each.