Popcorn is a universally adored snack, perfect for Friday nights at the movies, Saturday mornings at the theme park, or even Tuesday afternoons on a bowl of warm soup. We know through name alone that ...

Not shocking, once you think about it. Each kernel expands roughly 38 times its volume when it pops. Expecting salt at the bottom of the pot to magically coat something (even if it initially adheres ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Like Diana Prince turning into Wonder Woman, a handful of popcorn ...

The odds that all of your popcorn kernels will pop simultaneously aren’t zero. Maybe think instead of the multiple lotteries you’re more likely to win. By Randall Munroe What would happen if, while I ...

An curved arrow pointing right. No matter if it's popcorn you've ordered at the theaters or popcorn you've cooked in the microwave, there always seems to be leftover kernels that didn't turn into ...

Turmeric popcorn is the perfect snack to boost your immunity. This simple recipe combines the goodness of turmeric with the ...

Generously-buttered popcorn is a near-perfect food, but that doesn't mean that the fun begins and ends there. The Kitchy Kitchen shows us three easy-to-make variations on this movie night staple. It ...

Believe it or not, the science behind popcorn's popping may be akin to an Olympic event: Researchers have found that popcorn kernels accomplish their acrobatic feats like somersaulting gymnasts who ...

Popcorn isn’t just a movie-night snack! Nutritionist Kiran Dalal explains how air-popped popcorn can be a healthy, ...

If you've been buying microwave popcorn because of the convenience—or a belief that the bag has special popcorn enhancing powers—you'll want to check out this incredibly inexpensive way to make ...