The Inventor of the Hotdog
A question more contentious than Coke or Pepsi. Mental Floss tries to answer who invented the hotdog.
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Teens React to NES
It's that projector, Gameboy, grandaddy-of-them-all gaming console, the Nintendo Entertainment System.
Nissan GTR Vs. Michelle Jenneke
Michelle Jenneke returns with her infamous warm up dance to take on the Nissan GTR.
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Velocity Ford Bronco Blackout
Velocity's 1976 Ford Bronco Blackout pairs vintage attitude with modern muscle. Finished in Arabian Gray with blacked-out badging, bumpers, and a family-style roll cage, it makes an unmistakable first impression. Inside, upgraded leather and a Pioneer touchscreen with Apple CarPlay add comfort and tech, while a Gen III 5.0L Coyote V8 and 10-speed automatic deliver 460 horsepower. Wilwood brakes, coil spring suspension, and 17-inch Method Race Wheels complete a build that turns every drive into a statement.
Presented by Velocity.
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Caliber Fitness Program
Getting fit takes more than hitting the gym or counting calories. Caliber's science-driven program combines strength training, cardio, and nutrition, with expert coaches tracking your progress 24/7. They check in regularly, keeping you motivated and on course, while real-time insights into your workouts, nutrition, and habits allow for personalized, actionable feedback. Members see results up to 50% faster than training alone — and right now, all coaching programs are $100 off through the end of September.
Presented by Caliber.
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Cooking on Mars
Before you board that ship, here's what you'll be eating on the Red Planet.
The History of the Gondola
The story of how the iconic Venetian gondola was born from wealth, corruption, and the Italian love of beauty.
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Nike Ava Rover
Nike's new Ava Rover continues to make major city-ready strides, now landing in a Beachy Light Orewood Brown/Washed Teal colorway that's equal parts modern and effortless. Built on a stacked ReactX foam midsole for plush, energetic cushioning, the silhouette keeps the weight down with an ultralight, technical woven upper and reductive rubber outsole that locks in a streamlined fit and street-tuned traction.
Presented by Nike.
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Nike NFL Rivalries Collection
Gear up for gameday with Nike's 2025 "Rivalries" collection—a new wave of NFL uniforms and merch that turn team loyalty into wearable culture. More than sideline staples, these alternates fuse identity with hometown swagger: Buffalo suits up in an icy "Cold Front," the Jets channel Gotham grit, and the Cardinals bring desert heat in a sandstorm white-out. Dropping first in high-stakes divisional matchups and staying in rotation for three seasons, the kits hit the sweet spot between fashion, hype, and legacy. Launching September 10, the collection spans jerseys, hoodies, shoes, and headwear worldwide—where team lore meets streetwear-level design.
Presented by Nike.
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10 Common Fast Food Myths
Surprise. There isn't really any pink slime in nuggets or cow eyeballs in your burger.
