Deep Dive
Why did the Rainforest Cafe experience a resurgence in popularity?
A viral video by YouTubers visiting every remaining Rainforest Cafe in the country sparked 90s nostalgia among millennials and mockery from Gen Z.
What was the unexpected side effect of minoxidil, a hair regrowth drug, among Spanish parents?
Children of parents using minoxidil developed hypertrichosis, or werewolf syndrome, due to accidental contact.
How did Jim Gaffigan lose weight for his latest comedy special, The Skinny?
He used an appetite suppressant, which allowed him to eat like a normal human and reduced his consumption.
Why did Pope Francis invite 200 comedians to the Vatican?
He believes humor is an important part of dealing with everyday life and wanted to emphasize its value.
What high-tech sleep product was recently invented to help people expend less energy while walking?
Robot shorts called Walk-ons, which are designed to assist with walking by providing mechanical support.
What did Gwyneth Paltrow suggest as a gift to spice up your love life in her Goop gift guide?
A printed photograph of a classic 1951 Ferrari 212 sports car.
What was the catch with the $48,000 Moet Chandon vending machine offered by Neiman Marcus?
The price did not include the champagne, and there was an additional $1,000 delivery fee.
Why did a man in Wales get arrested for stealing a car?
He wrote in his journal about stealing a car, which investigators found and used as evidence against him.
- Brain Rot is the Oxford English Dictionary's 2024 Word of the Year.
- It describes mental fatigue from excessive online meme consumption.
- Previous words of the year include goblin mode (2022) and youth quake (2017).
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