The $500 Fart, and the Diarrhea Debacle
Answering the call of nature in public can sometimes lead to some pretty awful situations and even financial penalties. Just ask these poor guys.
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Cool History Facts About Hula Hoops
The hula hoop was a pioneer, the first major fad created and fueled by a new power in America—TV ads. Here are some cool history facts about hula hoops that you may not know.
Just When You Thought It Was Safe to Go in the Water…
…it never really was. And we’re talking about swimming pools. They’re really, really gross.
The Banned Episode of “Sesame Street”
The iconic children’s show has handled a lot of tough topics over the years. What was the one it couldn’t pull off? Divorce.
Rest in Pieces, HITCHBot
This little robot traveled all around the world and had tons of crazy adventures. (We wrote about him in Robotica!) Then he made the mistake of trying to hitch a ride in Philadelphia.
6 Weird August Holidays You Ought to Celebrate
It’s common knowledge that August is the only month without any “real holidays.” But this list of observances prove…that common knowledge is often correct.
The Great Otter Pop Protest of ‘96
The story of how a group of kids banded together to save their favorite, uh, freezer pop.
3 Bank Robberies Inspired By Movies
Determined crooks have used all sorts of methods to nab cash and run. The Thomas Crown Affair Affair With similarities to the 1999 remake of The Thomas Crown Affair, a bank robber staged a daring heist in October 2008. Much like in the one that concludes the film, he used several human decoys to steal […]
Musical Acts That Changed Their Name Post-Fame
Irish/English band the Pogues is probably best known for the drinking habits of its legendarily unreliable lead singer Shane Macgowan (as well as its Celtic-infused hit “Fairytale of New York”).
Ask Uncle John Anything: You Give Me (Hay) Fever
It starts in March, and it seems to last forever: allergy season. For about four to five months, more than 60 million Americans have to choose between suffering from the symptoms of hay fever (technical name: allergy rhinitis).
This is Why You’re Afraid of Clowns
The full-on fear of clowns, or coulrophobia, is rare, but plenty of people can’t stand clowns. Why?
Welcome to Iowa…Or Is It Nebraska?
The weird story of Carter Lake, an Iowa city that’s actually in Nebraska.
The Tragic Fencing Death of Vladimir Smirnov
If it seems like a sport that’s just two people sticking swords at each other could result in death…it absolutely could. And did.
Car Talk: Automobile Records and Firsts
What did the first police car look like? What about the first solar car? Learn about these and other automobile firsts in this article from Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader History’s Lists.
The Tale of Polybius, the Deadly Arcade Game That Probably Doesn’t Exist
One of video gaming’s craziest and earliest urban legends.
7 Fun Facts About American Currency
Did you know, Just under half of all money in circulation are $1 bills? Here are other fun facts about the American currency.
6 Quick Facts About NFL’s First Female Coach: Jen Welter
Welter just made history: She’s the NFL’s first female coach. Here are some quick facts about her.
Ask Uncle John Anything: We’ve Got Crackers
Uncle John knows pretty much everything—and if he doesn’t, he heads his massive research library, or puts one of his many associates on the case. So go ahead: In the comments below, ask Uncle John anything. (And if we answer your question sometime, we’ll send you a free book!) How did oyster crackers get their […]
