The Most Popular Articles of 2018

At the beginning of 2018, we never would have guessed that our most popular articles would feature everything from cat meme photography to getting rid of the penny. Here’s our list of the ten most popular articles we published in 2018. Enjoy!

1. The Cat Meme Photographer from a Century Ago

A prolific animal photographer pioneered lolcats at the height of postcard popularity.

2. 8 of History’s Most Destructive Lies

Some lies have more impact than others. Here are eight that caused untold damage.

3. Why Tattoos Are So Popular

For many, it seems the body you’re born with is no more than a blank canvas in need of decoration.

4. Comedians in the White House: Our Favorite Jokes by Presidents

Here are our favorite quips from the comedians in the White House.

5. 10 History Facts You’re Probably Getting Wrong

To celebrate Popular Delusion Day, we dispel some delusions about history.

6. 7 Reasons to Get Rid of the Penny

There are a lot of compelling reasons to ditch the penny. Here are seven of them.

7. Let’s Keep the Funeral Tradition Alive

Trendy alternatives to this rite of passage are nice to think about, but they fail to satisfy our basic emotional needs.

8. The Unknown World of Competitive Adult Figure Skating

This 49-year-old career woman works full-time, and she skates better than you.

9. 8 Weirdest Presidential Nicknames

Most of us know about “Tricky Dick,” but can you identify “The Grand Wrestler” or “Big Steve”?

10. Political Violence and Mail Bombs 100 Years Ago

The prospect of mail bombs has become an unsettling re-occurrence in American life.