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Protected by Law and a Little Ridiculous
A logo? Sure. A name? Of course. But a roar, a yell, a color? Welcome to the unexpected side of trademark law—where companies turn...

The Editors at Very Cool Facts
Jun 6, 20251 min read


This Card Could Launch a Rocket
Once, it took rooms full of whirring machines and elite cryptographers to calculate wartime strategies. Today, the tiny chip in a singing...

The Editors at Very Cool Facts
May 31, 20252 min read


The Intriguing Life of Ian Fleming: The Man Behind 007
Before James Bond hit the big screen, his creator, Ian Fleming, led a life rich in espionage and adventure. Here are some lesser-known...

The Editors at Very Cool Facts
May 22, 20252 min read


How Your Brain Rebuilds Itself—and Still Remembers You
Most of the proteins in your brain—including those inside your neurons—are broken down and replaced every few weeks. Some turn over in as...

The Editors at Very Cool Facts
May 16, 20253 min read


What You Eat Can Rewire Your DNA
Food doesn’t change your DNA, but it can change how your DNA behaves. This is epigenetics — where environmental factors like diet,...

The Editors at Very Cool Facts
May 1, 20252 min read


Democracy: Stranger, Newer & Less Certain Than You Think
What We Think We Know About Democracy We like to think of democracy as something solid and ancient. But look a little closer, and it’s...

The Editors at Very Cool Facts
Apr 17, 20252 min read


Can Music Make Cheese Taste Better?
What happens when you play hip-hop to cheese? A Swiss lab has answers. We believe that learning should never be boring. That's why we...

The Editors at Very Cool Facts
Mar 31, 20251 min read
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