Lily Norton
Latest articles by Lily Norton

Pucker Up! Why Do People Kiss Under the Mistletoe?
By Lily Norton last updated
People began kissing under mistletoe long before office parties were invented. Life's Little Mysteries explains the romantic plant's holiday roots.
5 Patriotic Space Shuttle Missions
By Lily Norton published
As we say goodbye to the iconic space planes, here are some of the program's most patriotic missions.

8 Surprising Space Shuttle Facts
By Lily Norton published
As we say goodbye to the iconic space planes, here is some trivia to remember.
7 Notable Space Shuttle Astronauts
By Lily Norton published
As we say goodbye to the iconic space planes, here are some of the program's most notable astronauts.

Do Animals Have ESP?
By Lily Norton published
Animals, particularly pets, do seem to do a better job of predicting dangerous events than humans do.

Why do we dress up on Halloween?
By Lily Norton published
The traditions and folklore of Halloween are a hybrid of Pagan, Celtic, Catholic and ancient Roman traditions.
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