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A 1938 radio broadcast sent the U.S. into a frenzy one October evening. Do you know whose voice caused the alarm? Find out in our article.

10 Common Sayings You're Probably Saying Wrong

Maybe your grammar is less than perfect, but it's good enough for all intensive purposes, right? Nope — that's one of 10 common phrases people say wrong. Read more >>

Why Is a Broken Mirror Bad Luck?

You're not supposed to cry over spilled milk, but a broken mirror is another matter. Read more >>

How Our Solar System Formed

It involved a ton of space debris (several million tons, actually) and a lot of spinning. Read more >>

9 Signs of Transmission Problems You Should Never Ignore

Your car's transmission is very complex and expensive. Read more >>

A Deep Dive on the Kraken

Legends of this monster date back to the Vikings. But the giant squid ended up being real — why not the Kraken? Read more >>

What to Say When Someone Dies (Plus 8 Phrases to Avoid)

There's a lot of pressure to find the right words to comfort a loved one during a difficult time. Here are our suggestions. Read more >>

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True or false: Alcohol repels fruit flies.
Which is not a recommended method to keep bugs from getting in your home?
a) add screens
b) cover large openings
c) keep all windows open
d) repair cracks
June bugs are a member of which insect family?
a) Formicidae
b) Scarabaeidae
c) Trogidae
d) Yponomeutidae
True or false: Ladybugs, praying mantises and parasitic wasps are all examples of beneficial insects.
In cicadas, which organ is responsible for producing the singing sound?
a) antennae
b) head
c) tymbals
d) wings

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