1. No Red Ink Allowed – Australia In some Australian schools, teachers aren’t allowed to mark in red ink. The reason? It’s considered too harsh and stressful for students. Instead, they might use purple, green, or even pink pens to […]
1. Kinder Surprise Eggs (USA) If you’ve ever craved a nostalgic bite of chocolate with a toy surprise inside, you’re not alone—but you are out of luck in the U.S. Kinder Surprise Eggs have been banned here for years because
1. Aunt Viv on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air If you grew up watching The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, you probably remember the shock of seeing a completely different Aunt Viv walk into the Banks’ mansion in Season 4. Janet
1. Touching Someone’s Head in Thailand In Thailand, a friendly pat on the head might seem harmless, especially if you’re smiling or joking. But in Thai culture, the head is considered the most sacred part of the body—it’s where the
1. Friends – Monica’s Rent-Controlled Paradise Monica’s apartment in Friends is iconic, but let’s be real—there’s no way a waitress and a chef could afford that much space in Manhattan. The open-concept kitchen, two bedrooms, balcony, and giant living room
1. The Pet Rock In the ’70s, there was a brief, bizarre fad where people were shelling out money for nothing more than a smooth rock. The “Pet Rock” was marketed as a low-maintenance pet that didn’t require food, water,
1. The Size of American Portions In the U.S., portions are often so large that you could swear they’re meant for two or three people, not just one. Whether it’s at a restaurant or fast food joint, Americans are known
