“Unveiled Secrets: The 15 Stories of 2024 You Won’t Believe Actually Happened!”
Just when you thought you had all the weird and wonderful stories figured out, Mental Floss pulls you back in with a collection that’s as fascinating as it is quirky! This year, we’ve dived deep into strange medieval creatures and explored the surprisingly rich history behind your favorite Uncrustables. Plus, let’s not forget those jaw-dropping anniversaries—who could resist reflecting on the fierce legacy of George Mallory’s last climb up Everest or the 50-year anniversary of the iconic hominin fossil Lucy? So grab a snack and get ready for a delightful trip down curiosity lane as we spotlight some of the most loved stories from 2024. Curious to see what made the cut? Check it out! [LEARN MORE.](https://www.mentalfloss.com/most-popular-stories-2024)
Mental Floss has always been a home for curious content, and we published all sorts of weird and wonderful stories this year, from the strange creatures prowling the pages of medieval bestiaries to the history of Uncrustables. We also honored some big anniversaries, including the 100th anniversary of George Mallory’s final climb up Mount Everest and the 50th anniversary of the hominin fossil Lucy’s discovery.
If there’s one thing we learned in 2024, it’s that our readers love maps. Geography buffs—and perhaps visual learners—were keen to explore the world as explained by all sorts of maps. Our audience was also curious about the everyday items stashed on their shelves and in their pantries.
As in 2023, people loved digging into language, whether it was delving into the meanings of silly-sounding words like tarnation or figuring out which languages people around the world speak or want to learn. And, as we discovered back in 2022, we have a lot of dog lovers in our midst.
