Letters Archive
The Chef Who Said No to a Prize
Would you believe a top chef gave back his restaurant's highest honor? Uncover why he chose happiness over fame in the culinary world.
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The Mold that Changed Medicine
How did a messy lab lead to a life-saving medicine? The tale of penicillin begins with a scientist's dirty dishes.
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The Price Tag Puzzle
Is a $100 mug on sale for $30 really a better deal than a $30 mug? Uncover the sneaky mind trick that makes us think so!
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The Price Puzzle: Why Costs Change
Did you know airplane tickets can cost less on the day of travel? Uncover the secrets behind ever-changing prices!
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Tools for Thought: Expanding Your Mind's Reach
Discover how a simple checklist can supercharge your memory and become a powerful tool for your mind!
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What if it wasn't Taylor Swift?
What if a beloved author wrote a book in secret? Uncover how a hidden identity transformed an overlooked novel into an overnight sensation.
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Comet Tsuchinshan–ATLAS's fleeting visit
A cosmic snowball from the depths of space is making a rare visit. Can you spot this ancient traveler before it disappears for another 80,000 years?
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Clever Hans - the horse who could do math
Imagine a horse that could do math and read German! Uncover the surprising truth behind Clever Hans and how he fooled the world.
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