Could you finish a burrito in seconds or eat a Big Mac every day for life? Some people have, and they’ve earned Guinness World Records for their accomplishments. From the largest serving of pancakes to the longest noodle to the biggest bubble gum bubble, Guinness World Record holders have achieved impressive feats. Some records have…
Virginians who lived through the 1960s and 1970s may sometimes feel nostalgic for the good old days. People sporting bell bottoms, using lava lamps, and cruising around on roller skates surely felt they were living in the most modern of times, just as many of us feel today. That said, many facets of life have…
British and American accents are clearly different, but it’s not just the accents that set them apart. Many expressions that Americans use are unfamiliar to Brits, and the opposite is also true. We gathered some of the many phrases Floridians—and Americans as a whole—use that drive Brits crazy. Has your British friend ever caught you…
From disco and hard rock music to the original Rocky movie, living in the ’70s was no short of special. But just like platform shoes and bell-bottoms, some of the trendiest words and phrases were destined to fall into obscurity. These 1970s terms may not find much use in Pennsylvania’s modern lexicon, but they still…
You probably studied Native American culture in school, but chances are your teacher only covered a fraction of Indigenous history. Native American tradition and accomplishments are vast and steeped in incredible feats. From women warriors to your favorite movie snack, Native American tribes have contributed more to society than you probably realize. Without them, we…
Pennsylvania is full of beautiful traditions and charming quirks that make the state unique. From cheering for the Steelers to boasting about where to get the best cheesesteak, there are some obvious signs that someone is a true Pennsylvanian. These are seven of our favorite “I’m from Pennsylvania” traits. But they’re certainly not the only…
No matter how much you love Florida’s food scene, it’s hard to deny that Brits are (also) masters of culinary creations. From traditional meat pies to newer inventions, like Monster Munch, the United Kingdom is full of food-based treasures that Americans are missing out on. These 25 foods barely skim the vast pool of Epicurean…
From eerie lights in the sky to full-blown alien abductions, there’s no lack of reports that extraterrestrials not only exist but have visited our planet. While many so-called sightings are easy to write off or explain, some leave even the most skeptical scratching their heads. The truth is that several reported alien sightings defy standard…
When you think of toxic foods, you probably imagine exotic dishes you’ll never come in contact with, at least not without a lot of effort on your part. But what if we told you many of the toxic foods on this list are probably in your fridge or pantry right now? Believe it or not,…
Imagine a place where the subway is a classroom for life skills, every street corner has its own story, and a perfectly toasted bagel is a work of art. Whether you were born in New York City or fell in love with the chaos and decided to move there, being a New Yorker means having…
