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mentalfloss.com | CaLea Johnson
New research suggests that the megalodon’s diet probably wasn‘t just whales. For a long time, scientists believed that the megalodon—the biggest fish ever discovered—primarily ate whales. While the sea mammals were likely part of the prehistoric sharks’ diet, a new study published in Earth and Planetary Science Letters suggests that a lot more was on the menu.
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1 week ago | 
mentalfloss.com | CaLea Johnson
A Greggs sausage roll is joining the stars at Madame Tussauds for the month of June. For many people, meeting their favorite celebrity would be a dream come true. Madame Tussauds Wax Museum makes that dream a semi-reality, as fans get to take pictures with iconic actors, singers, and even fictional characters recreated as wax figures. The attraction’s original location in London just unveiled one of its most unusual—and most appetizing—sculptures yet: a sausage roll.
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1 week ago | 
mentalfloss.com | CaLea Johnson
Beef jerky, Skittles, and Rice Krispies top the list of the country’s favorite road trip treats. Many gas stations with cult followings, such as Buc-ee’s and Wawa, are more famous for their food than they are for their gasoline. To see which gas station goodies motorists are snacking on across the country, check out the map below.
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1 week ago | 
flipboard.com | CaLea Johnson
9 hours agoA new security report warns that millions of users have likely provided “ChatGPT and other web apps full read access to [their] entire OneDrive" without realizing. Given how easy a mistake this is to make, users are urged to check their settings immediately. The team at Oasis Security estimates …
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1 week ago | 
mentalfloss.com | CaLea Johnson
To fight AI misuse in the classroom, teachers are bringing back blue books. Artificial intelligence has been used for decades in various forms, from robots to virtual voice assistants. However, the technology has sparked considerable controversy in recent years with the rise of generative AI on the internet. Problems surrounding the topic range from plagiarism concerns to strange and inaccurate news summaries. One of the most pressing problems is the use of generative AI in schools.
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1 week ago | 
mentalfloss.com | CaLea Johnson
Which song does your state prefer? The Walt Disney Company was founded on American soil in 1923, but it has since gained much worldwide recognition and billions in revenue. Part of the reason why Disney is so popular is because of its iconic songs. But which tunes does each state gravitate to most? Most Popular Disney Song by StateGoogle Trends determined the answer during its research from Tuesday, April 9, 2024, to Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
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1 week ago | 
mentalfloss.com | CaLea Johnson
Ocean views and green spaces have some lucky commuters looking forward to their daily drives. The average for workers in the U.S. is around 26.7 minutes—which is just long enough to feel like a hassle for many. That said, time spent in traffic can pass more quickly with the right scenery. To see which cities provide the prettiest views to commuters, check out the list below.
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1 week ago | 
mentalfloss.com | CaLea Johnson
A survery of 16,000 Americans found that Trader Joe’s reputation precedes it. Trader Joe’s has gained a loyal following over the years. Its unique selection, high-quality products, and competitive prices are only a few of the reasons why shoppers keep coming back to the national grocery store chain. It’s so beloved that a recent survey of thousands of Americans just named Trader Joe’s the most trustworthy brand in 2025.
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1 week ago | 
mentalfloss.com | CaLea Johnson
With big eyes and a squishy body, the Carnarvon flapjack octopus is already winning the hearts of cephalopod enthusiasts. About 300 species of octopus are known to inhabit the oceans, and that number keeps growing. As Smithsonianreports, Australian scientists recently identified a new eight-armed cephalopod that resembles a certain breakfast item. The researchers dubbed the sea creature the Carnarvon flapjack octopus (Opisthoteuthis carnarvonensis).
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1 week ago | 
mentalfloss.com | CaLea Johnson
Once thought to be gone forever, a unique grasshopper species reemerges. Even with modern technology, it’s usually impossible to bring back animals once they go extinct. The one exception is when a species is mistakenly believed to have died out before its time. That’s the case with the Monte Gordo grasshopper, which was recently rediscovered on São Nicolau in Cape Verde.
