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Everything you ever wanted to know about recycling
Jul 6, 2015
Is it worth it? Environmentally, yes. Economically, sometimes. Cue the ballistic separator.
Why do some movies open early?
Jul 2, 2015
Midnight premieres draw in super-fans build buzz for summer blockbusters
How much do TV theme songwriters earn?
Jun 22, 2015
Every time a show airs — ka-ching! — the composer gets paid.
Just how do national days get on the calendar?
Jun 1, 2015
It's Go Barefoot Day? Penpal Day? Say Something Nice Day? Who says?
Why do companies offer free stuff at the same cost?
May 22, 2015
Pepsi was among the first companies to try it.
Why are ketchup packets so... unsatisfying?
May 11, 2015
They're too small, hard to open, and utterly resistant to change.
Why in the world do airlines overbook tickets?
Apr 27, 2015
It's intentional, and not totally evil — it might even be good.
Why do people overpay their taxes, then get refunds?
Apr 13, 2015
Many taxpayers will receive a refund averaging $2,800. That's free money for the government.
Getting back from March Madness
Apr 6, 2015
So you're out of the tournament. How do you and your teammates get home?
Where do hotels buy their art?
Mar 30, 2015
Most buy images that fit within design requirements. But the options are endless.
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Why does popcorn at the movies cost so much?
Aug 4, 2014
Hint: Movie theaters don’t make much money from movies. Movie studios do.
How do rental car companies make money?
Feb 10, 2014
And seriously, what's with those key chains you can't take apart?