MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Chip Bags Have So Much Air In Them

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Chip Bags Have So Much Air In Them

One of the most disappointing things in the world is to rip into a bag of chips only to find an empty air pocket where your snack should be. Why does it always seem like chip bags are half empty? Well, there’s actually a reason that that extra space is left open in the package.…

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Stores Sell Halloween Candy So Early

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Stores Sell Halloween Candy So Early

The first sign of fall isn’t always colorful leaves or a nip in the air. No, the first sign of fall nowadays is seeing fun-sized candies in black-and-orange wrappers going on sale in stores, up to a month before their holiday’s actual start date. Why do stores start selling Halloween candy so far ahead of…