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Celebrate the Kentucky Derby With Henry Clay’s Mint Julep Recipe
Sip one of Henry Clay's very own mint juleps or spoon down a bowl of burgoo, aka roadkill soup
May 03, 2013 |
By Rachel Nuwer
People in Israel Really Are Eating Swarming Locusts
While there are simply too many locusts to eat the swarm out of existence, Israelis who do tuck in can enjoy a healthy, kosher snack
March 22, 2013 |
By Rachel Nuwer
The Hunt for a New, Copyright-Free Happy Birthday Song
In the United States, "Happy Birthday to You"—one of the most popular songs in the world—is still under copyright. And it will be until 2030
February 21, 2013 |
By Rose Eveleth
We’re Biased Towards Our Own Relationship Status And Push It Onto Our Friends
People, whether single or partnered up, tend to think their way of romantic life is better for everyone, regardless of how happy they actually are
February 14, 2013 |
By Rachel Nuwer
Harry Truman’s Adorable Love “List” to His Wife, Bess
As a celebration of 38 years of marriage, the former president shared his memories, both fond and bittersweet, from each anniversary
February 12, 2013 |
By Megan Gambino
Thailand—Where it Never Snows—Wins Snow Sculpture Contest
The festival, billed as an international gathering point that "evokes a pristine snow fantasy," attracts around 2 million people each year
February 08, 2013 |
By Rachel Nuwer
The History, Science and Culture of the Super Bowl
Catch up on everything you wanted to know about the Big Game -- What's its history? What makes a good advertisement? -- and much more
January 29, 2013 |
By Smithsonian.com
All about Valentine's Day
The History of Sweethearts, How Data is Changing How we Date, the Top Demonstrations of Love and More on Valentine's Day
January 29, 2013 |
By Smithsonian.com
NASA’s Curiosity Team Gives Us a Geeky Reason To Go to the Inauguration Parade
Although the rover itself could not make the trip from Mars, a full-size model will roll in the parade alongside the real-life crew
January 18, 2013 |
By Rachel Nuwer
From Washington to Obama, Inaugural History
Everything you've wanted to know about the upcoming Presidential Inauguration
January 14, 2013 |
By Smithsonian.com
Turn Your Dead Christmas Tree Into Beer
Rather than tossing your tree, turn it into spruce beer
January 07, 2013 |
By Rose Eveleth
Old Christmas Trees Can Be Used to Clean Medical Equipment
Someday those pesky fallen needles may help save lives—or at least sterilize needles for annual flu shots
January 04, 2013 |
By Rachel Nuwer
Hungover? There’s a Cure for That No Matter Where You Live
There are some things that are universal—trade, money, shelter, hangovers
January 03, 2013 |
By Rose Eveleth
We’ve Been Celebrating With Booze for 10,000 Years
This ancient social lubricant has been a staple of cultic feasts and gatherings since the dawn of time, archaeological evidence suggests, meaning every time we sip a cold stout or toast with a glass of bubbly, we're taking part in a millennia-old tradition
January 02, 2013 |
By Rachel Nuwer
A World of New Year’s Resolutions, Mapped by Google
What do people all around the world want to change this year?
January 02, 2013 |
By Colin Schultz
The Science of Keeping New Year’s Resolutions
Want to bolster your chances of actually staying true to your 2013 New Year's resolution, whatever it may be?
January 01, 2013 |
By Rachel Nuwer
How to Avoid Getting Scammed on New Year’s Eve Champagne
Tonight, when you pop the bubbly, are you popping champagne or sparkling wine? How should you pour it? How do you drink it?
December 31, 2012 |
By Rose Eveleth
This Christmas Tune Was Written By An Astronaut And Recorded in Space
Listen to the first song written specifically to be performed in space
December 27, 2012 |
By Colin Schultz
The Irish Used to Celebrate The Day After Christmas by Killing Wrens
If you've ever wanted to celebrate the day after christmas by hunting down a small bird and tying it to the top of a pole, move to Ireland
December 26, 2012 |
By Rose Eveleth
An Edible White House, and the Long History of Gingerbread
The history of gingerbread starts as early as the 11th century
December 24, 2012 |
By Colin Schultz
