How International Currency Codes Get Created, Changed, and Sometimes Disappear
You might not think twice when you see USD, EUR, or JPY on your banking app, but these three-letter codes represent one of the most critical standardization systems in global finance.
Does the Coriolis Effect Really Make Toilets Flush Backwards in the Southern Hemisphere?
No, the Coriolis effect doesn't change the direction a toilet flushes. Here's what it actually does, and how to see it on a small scale (outside of your bathroom)!
Did You Know There’s Canadian River That Flows Backwards? Here’s How the Saint John River Reverses Twice a Day!
The Bay of Fundy is home to the highest tides in the world, meaning that when high tide comes in, the Saint John River has nowhere to go but...backwards! Here's why that happens.
Why Are the Netherlands’ Windmills Perfectly Positioned for Instagram?
Long before influencers discovered the picture-perfect views at Kinderdijk and Zaanse Schans, Dutch engineers created some of the world's most photographable landscapes.
This River in Colombia Turns Five Different Colors – Here’s How to See It!
The mind-bending Colombian river Caño Cristales shows off shades of red, green, yellow, blue, and black thanks to a unique ecosystem. Here's how to see this gorgeous spot!
The Bulgarian Buzludzha Monument: A Soviet-Era UFO That’s a Magnet for Urban Explorers
Buzludzha is a massive communist-era monument that's one of Europe's most bizarre abandoned buildings and a magnet for adventurous travelers.
Antelope Canyon: The Hidden Spot in Arizona That Glows in Neon Colors with No Artificial Light
You'll find one of nature's most spectacular light shows in northern Arizona's Navajo Nation. Let's explore the otherworldly beauty of Antelope Canyon!
Your Introduction to Japan’s Kanamara Matsuri Festival: The Annual Party Dedicated to Sexual Health and Prosperity
Held every spring, the Kanamara Matsuri - commonly known as the Japanese Penis Festival - is a celebration of prosperity, health, and fertility. Here's what to expect at this unique festival!
“The World’s Most Useless Airport”: The True Story Behind St. Helena’s Airfield
What happens when an ambitious airport project doesn’t go as planned? St. Helena’s £285 million airport was supposed to be a game-changer—until planes couldn’t land safely.
Why Did the Eel Cross the Road? – Exploring the Fascinating Annual Migration of New Zealand’s Longfin Eel
New Zealand is home to some of the world's strangest animals—including the longfin eel, which won't let literal roadblocks stop them from their annual migration!
