This is how long it takes to learn another language (and you might be surprised which languages are easiest for English speakers)
Here's a breakdown of how long it might take you, per the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) — the training academy for U.S. diplomats.
Think MLB umps are making terrible calls this year? They are, and this Instagram account proves it
It seems like MLB umps are making some really terrible calls this year, and one Instagram account proves it's not all in your head.
MLB playoffs: Texas Rangers swept the Baltimore Orioles, and they have ’90s band Creed to thank – here’s why
Creed - yes, the band - helped the Texas Rangers sweep the Baltimore Orioles in the MLB playoffs. Here's how.
Throwback video shows what happened when Burger King first let customers pay with credit cards, and the reactions are priceless
Witness history in the making when Burger King started taking credit cards to buy a Whopper. Watch for the warm embrace of nostalgia but stay for the comments.
Apple Music finally got a fan-fave Spotify feature but it’s buried in the app’s settings — how to turn it on
Apple Music got a great new feature with the release of iOS 17 — but no one heard about it.
Prada will design NASA astronauts’ space suits for best-dressed mission to the moon
Prada is one of the most innovative and future shaping brands in the fashion industry. Now they have paired with Axiom Space to conquer the last frontier, outer space.
The ‘Euthanasia Coaster’ was designed to kill riders with elegant violence
Deaths at amusement parks are rare, but, Lithuanian designer Julijonas Urbonas proposed building a euthanasia roller coaster, constructed to purposely kill.
Every Onewheel electric skateboard is being recalled (find out who just needs an update and who should ditch their board)
Future Motion has just recalled all 300,000 models of their Onewheel electric skateboard in compliance with the CPSC. Refund or update your board.
Director Todd Phillips teases new look at Joker 2 — this is what you need to know
This is everything you need to know about Joker 2.
Costco keeps selling out of… gold bars? (The deal with the latest Costco obsession)
Forget about hit items like rotisserie chicken, maple syrup, or sheet cake — if you have a membership, Costco will let you add a gold bar to your online order.
How NASA trained astronauts using a really cool waterslide and a ‘rubber room’
NASA gave astronauts a way to put their minds at ease with a rubber room below their launchpad, with the way to get there a little whimsical — and a little wet.
Everyone is dunking on MLB’s Oakland Athletics about a gift they gave player Miguel Cabrera – here’s why
The Oakland A's gave Miguel Cabrera a particularly thoughtless and cheap gift.
Will Sony’s portable PlayStation Portal be your new travel buddy?
The PlayStation Portal is designed to let you play your PS5 console games anywhere in the world, as long as you have a fast enough Wi-Fi connection.
E.T., The Goonies, Back to the Future: Your old VHS tapes might actually be worth thousands
Your old DIsney movies could be worth a lot of money if your VHS tapes are in great condition.
Babe Ruth explains how to swing a baseball bat in this incredible 90-year-old-video
In a recently resurfaced video, Babe Ruth explains the two most popular ways to hit a baseball.
What is Kratom? Everything you need to know
Ever wondered just what Kratom is, or why people use it? We tell you everything you need to know.
A Bob Ross original from his first show heads to auction, bids start at $9.8 million
Ever wanted to purchase a Bob Ross painting? Now you can - if you have $10 million to spare.
Apple just gave hikers, campers, skiers, and snowboarders a great reason to use Apple Maps and ditch Google Maps
Do you ski, snowboard, hike, or camp? Apple Maps might be your new favorite app with its new offline mode.
Apple has a classical music app you’ve probably never heard of, and just purchased a record label to support it
Apple Music has classical music, sure, but most of its catalog is hosted in another app - and Apple just bought a record label to support it.
Incredible video shows how hard it is for MLB players to actually hit a baseball
This video highlights how hard it is for MLB players to actually hit a baseball. You might not believe it.
Costco has an exclusive Purple mattress you can’t get anywhere else, the PurpleRenew
Costco is known for its exclusive deals, and this is a doozy. Purple mattress made its PurpleRenew exclusive to Costco members
She shed? Yoga studio? Man cave? For $11k, this incredibly nice Costco shed can be whatever you want – with a catch
If you have the space, this $11k Costco shed is everything you could imagine.
Shohei Ohtani all but gone, MLB franchise LA Angels may also lose Mike Trout: Report
The LA Angels are in big trouble. A report claims Shohei Ohtani is almost sure to leave, and Mike Trout may follow him.
What UFC champions Sean O’Malley and Aljamain Sterling eat while cutting weight in fight week
In this article, we get into the specifics to give you a rundown of what O'Malley and Sterling eat while cutting weight in fight week.
CBD 101: A doctor tells us how to use CBD for sleep, anxiety, and pain
CBD has a variety of use-cases, but many don't know where to begin. A doctor tells us how to use CBD, including the right dosage for sleep, anxiety, and pain
The Creator movie preview: This post-apocalyptic AI movie seems eerily on point right now
Gareth Edwards' new science fiction thriller has a lot more in common with the real world than you think
The most useful Shark Tank products: Get these immediately
"Shark Tank" has introduced viewers to a lot of creative and helpful merchandise through the years, and we're here to pick out some of the best ones.
Pepper Pong wants to be the pickleball of table tennis, but it’s really just an old-school NERF game
Pepper Pong wants to be pickleball for table tennis, and it kind of is - except it's really just dusting off a classic NERF game.
If this iPhone 15 rumor is true, you’ll only need one cable for (almost) all of your Apple stuff – so stock up now
Apple is believed to make USB-C the standard charging and data port on iPhone 15, which means you'll be able to have one cable to rule them all.
Oakley, Patrick Mahomes collab aims to push boundaries for youth sports
Oakley and Patrick Mahomes have teamed up on some cool new sunglasses that aim to help young athletes
You might be able to buy the iPhone 15 in Apple Stores next week – here’s how
A notable Apple reporter says the iPhone 15 may go on sale in Apple Stores as soon as the day after it's announced, which is unprecedented.
Burning Man stranded thousands, but they’re now leaving the desert
Burning Man 2023's attendees are finding ways to escape the Black Rock desert after a week of mud and rain.
The Oakland Athletics are heading to Las Vegas – but one more MLB team wants to move, too
The Oakland Athletics are heading to Las Vegas, and now another MLB team might leave town.
Costco has a secret online store, Costco Next, that any member can access – here’s how
Did you know Costco has a secret online store named Costco Next? It's true! Here's how to access it
Movie trailer: New Ferrari movie with Adam Driver and Penelope Cruz is a glossy homage to car maker’s history
Adam Driver stars as Enzo Ferrari in the new movie "Ferrari," due to hit theaters this Christmas
Fyre Festival is (allegedly) coming back sometime in 2024. Who’s ready to get ripped off again?!
Ready to get ripped off again? Fyre Festival 2 is apparently going to happen in 2024 - in the Caribbean again
Starbucks is going to stream the Taylor Swift Eras tour setlist on a loop because why not
Starbucks is streaming the Taylor Swift Eras Tour setlist to encourage people to actually go inside.
What is ketamine therapy? Everything you need to know
Curious about ketamine therapy? Here's an explanation of its benefits and a firsthand account of what the experience is like.
Fritos is giving out 1,000 free mullet haircuts in August to celebrate the USA Mullet Championships
Fritos, the snack that's basically just flour and lard, is giving away 1,000 mullets in August.
Expert Rick Strassman talks psilocybin, LSD, DMT, and the future of psychedelics
Renowned psychedelics researcher Rick Strassman talks with The Manual about his latest book, "The Psychedelic Handbook."
The largest psychedelic conference in history just happened, and here’s what experts had to say
The massive Psychedelic Sciences 2023 brought 12,000 people to Denver to discuss the future of psychedelics. Here's what you need to know.
Find your partner in adventure: TINCUP and Jesse Palmer want you to rethink date night
Here's more on Jesse Palmer's and TINCUP's new campaign to encourage more people to get out, make new friends, and perhaps even forge new romantic connections.
How to stop a bad psilocybin trip
The much maligned "bad trip" might seem scary, but it turns out that not only is it manageable, but it might actually be good.
Jacques Marie Mage debuts Johnny Cash-inspired retro sunglasses
Luxury eyewear brand Jacques Marie Mage has a new collaboration that will have us jump through a ring of fire to grab a pair.
Why you should start pouring more into your 401k and IRA
We'll break down how people feel about retirement planning — and why you need to get started on yours if you ever want to stop working.
Most people think LIV is good for golf: Survey
While the emergence of LIV Golf has been met with criticism and controversy, the majority of respondents view it positively.
No more empty storefronts: Pickleball is (probably) coming to a mall near you
If you've never thought about going to the mall to play pickleball, we'll tell you why that's about to change.
These are the weirdest and least understood pickleball rules and regulations
Pickleball seem easy, but it’s in the specific details that things get muddy. Let's review the unusual and lesser-known pickleball rules and regulations.
How to negotiate a 4 day workweek and improve your work-life balance today
The idea of a 4 day workweek is trending but not new. Here's how to negotiate one with your boss and get better work-life balance in the process.
How to do psychedelics right (now that psychedelic therapy is a growing trend)
I've used psychedelics more than virtually anyone in history. Here's how to get the most out of the experience.