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Jennifer McCaffery

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Why Do North Americans Drive Automatic, But Most Europeans Drive Manual?

Fewer North Americans are learning to drive stick shifts, but Europeans prefer them. These are the reasons why.
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Fascinating St. Patrick’s Day Facts You Probably Didn’t Know

The day we associate with drinking massive amounts of beer actually started as a religious...

13 Facts You Never Knew About Apples

Here are some big apple facts, and small ones too.

After Getting Stranded at the Top of a Waterfall, These Rafters Were Saved After Sending a Message in a Bottle

It was a long shot... but it worked.

Where Do the 12 Days of Christmas Come from, Anyway?

There's a lot more to the 12 days of Christmas than the famous Christmas carol.

Why Christmas Is on December 25

The history behind how Christmas came to be celebrated at the end of December may...
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6 Smartphone Repairs You Should Never Pay Someone to Fix

Got a wet cell phone? A shattered screen? These smartphone repair techniques should do the...

45 Funny Stock Photos You Won’t Be Able to Unsee

They'll definitely make you scratch your head!

Why Do Cats Eat Grass?

And is it good or bad for your kitty?

28 Perfectly Timed Photos You’ll Wish You Took Yourself

A photo can say SO much.

This Is the Right Way to Germ-Proof Your Plane Seat

You may convert your seatmate, too.

10 Things You Shouldn’t Touch at All-You-Can-Eat Buffets

Here’s how you can enjoy the experience at tempting buffets while minimizing the risk to...

12 Things You Should Always Do Before You Leave Your Hotel Room

Do these things before you leave your hotel room and you'll save time and money—and...

8 Places You Should Never Charge Your Phone

When your battery is low, charging your phone at a public kiosk is tempting. But...

15 Must-See Sights You Can Only See Along the Pacific Coast Highway

Spanning almost 1,000 kilometres, the Pacific Coast Highway has been described as the ultimate road...

Why Are Flamingos Pink?

Hint: It all comes down to diet.

Inside the $8 Billion Airport That’s Been Abandoned for 7 Years

The Berlin Brandenburg Airport was originally scheduled to open in 2010. What went wrong?
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9 Places You’re Not Vacuuming—But Should Be

There are plenty of places in your home you see every day but never notice...

9 Items in Your Kitchen That Could Be Worth Money

What's taking up space in your kitchen could be someone else's treasure.

Who Is the Benedict Behind Eggs Benedict?

Several people lay claim to the distinction.