So you’ve decided to get yourself a flu shot, that’s great! According to the CDC, flu vaccinations help prevent thousands of people from flu-related hospitalizations annually. But before you get one, there are some things you need to expect. Some people experience a few side effects, including… 1. Pain In The Injection Site After receiving …
We love the convenience of online shopping as much as the next person. But those of us who were around during the heyday of malls, and some of the coolest stores known to this century, miss spending hours browsing and buying with friends. Or just browsing. Here are some of the stores we loved in …
Welcome to the wonderful world of trail cam footage, where researchers and hunters use remote, motion-sensing cameras to study animals in their natural habitat. Unlike pristine, breathtaking wildlife photography – where each shot is carefully lined up and captured with crystal clear pixels – the footage from trail cams is usually messy, grainy, and on …
Nothing beats a full eight hours of sleep, but often times, that’s hard to come by. Still, sleep is a critical component of our health, so it’s important we prioritize it. And, as it turns out, a lot happens when we sleep, even more than just shut eyes and snores. Sleep is a time when …
Subscribe for daily fact of the day notifications from RocketFacts. The Eiffel Tower Actually Moves The Eiffel Tower can sway back and forth in the wind and can grow up to six inches due to the heat of the sun. The Most Talented Beatle? George Harrison of the Beatles could play 26 different instruments. Golf …
Most of these characters aren’t necessarily bad guys–they’re just a little bit mean, a little bit crabby, and they give our beloved leading characters a little too much trouble. Some of these characters ARE bad guys. So bad we hide our faces in our shirts and peek out over our collars when they come on …
While getting a concussion isn’t that dangerous (most of the time), its symptoms and effects can be burdensome and may cause serious, life-threatening complications depending on its severity. If you’re suffering from a concussion, the following remedies should get you back in tip-top shape in no time… 1. Get Some Rest Rest is an integral …
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by the head being hit, struck against a hard surface, or sudden movement that may “rattle” the brain. Naturally, it affects a person’s brain function, causing physical and mental problems. While these symptoms might not be life-threatening, it still pays to keep a close eye on …
We all love the 90s, the decade of grunge, Friends and iconic boy bands like NSYNC and Backstreet Boys. But perhaps what truly made these pop culture elements popular was the fashion. And, the clothes (overalls, anyone?), hairstyles (with scrunchies) and even shoes of the 90s are coming back, and they’re here to stay. Think …
Pushing your buggy around Winn-Dixie, making homemade biscuits, and chilling out on the river are all classic Southern activities, but they mean nothing without local lingo. If you’re not from a Southern U.S. state, chances are you’re not completely in tune with their regional slang. We’ve collected the best phrases from the South, so buckle …
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