Where Did the Phrase 'Red Herring' Come From?
The figurative phrase is more than 200 years old, but the obscure etymology of a 'red herring' is a fishy story that is itself a red herring.
2023-06-01 04:16
A Delicious History of Red Velvet Cake
From what makes red velvet cake red (and velvet, for that matter) to its highly dubious origin story, here’s what you need to know about this delicious dessert.
2023-06-01 03:25
Scientists expand search for signs of intelligent alien life
By Will Dunham WASHINGTON Scientists have expanded the search for technologically advanced extraterrestrial civilizations by monitoring a star-dense
2023-06-01 02:20
15 Facts About Leonardo Da Vinci's ‘The Last Supper’
Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" is one of the most admired, most studied, and most reproduced paintings the world has ever known—and it has inspired some wild theories.
2023-06-01 01:54
10 Amazing Lighthouses You Can Rent
Whether it's the proximity to the sea or a slice of history that pulls you in, these lighthouses offer something for everyone.
2023-06-01 00:49
6 Simple Ways to Keep Your House Spotless Without Compromising Cleanliness
Mental Floss and Roborock have teamed up to share six simple tips for keeping your house clean without compromising cleanliness.
2023-05-31 22:45
Why Are Hyperlinks Blue?
Unpacking the reason hyperlinks are blue requires dipping into early internet history.
2023-05-31 22:22
India to launch electronics repair pilot project
BENGALURU India is launching a pilot project aimed at stimulating its electronics repair outsourcing industry by relaxing some
2023-05-31 19:23
EU tech chief calls for voluntary AI code of conduct within months
By Philip Blenkinsop LULEA, Sweden The United States and European Union should push the artificial intelligence (AI) industry
2023-05-31 19:15
British consortium to invest $9 billion in Indonesia mining, EV batteries, minister says
JAKARTA A British consortium that includes mining giant Glencore will invest about $9 billion in Indonesia's mining and
2023-05-31 17:26
Spain's PLD Space calls off test rocket launch citing high altitude winds
HUELVA, Spain Spanish startup PLD Space called off the test launch of its first suborbital reusable rocket scheduled
2023-05-31 15:16
Foxconn sees AI driving strong server demand, but full year to be flat
TAIPEI Apple Inc supplier Foxconn said on Wednesday artificial intelligence applications would strongly drive demand for its server
2023-05-31 11:48