The World’s Narrowest House is Only 2 Feet Wide

Tiny, minimalist houses have been around for many years now, and the demand for smaller living spaces has been increasing, but the world’s narrowest house really takes things to another level. It’s designed to offer all the amenities of a modern home, but in a space that is only 2.06 feet wide. Designed and owned by local man Fabio Moreno, the slim house of Aucallama in northern Peru aims to convey the idea that happiness doesn’t depend on the size of a house, but rather on making the most of the space you have available. Its narrow frame and bright colors have already attracted thousands of visitors, and it will likely become a popular tourist attraction. Although it might seem like just an outdoor art installation, the world’s narrowest house has most of the bells and whistles of a modern home, including a bathroom, kitchen, dining room, hallway, bedroom, study, laundry area, as well as two staircases connecting its two levels. Somehow, all of this is crammed into a space just 2.06 feet in width. Located right across the main square of Aucallama, the world’s narrowest house can be visited by curious passers-by, but the narrow space makes it very difficult for two or more people to check out its interior, due to its size. Fabio Moreno has already sent his application to Guinness World Records for the title of "world’s narrowest house," but it might take a little while to receive the confirmation.

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Using Passwords in 2026 Is a Massive Risk

Nobody likes remembering passwords. We reuse them, we forget them, and we waste hours requesting reset links across dozens of forgotten apps and websites. A password manager certainly cushions the blow, but it can’t fix the root problem: As long as a password exists on a company's server, it can be leaked, stolen, or bought on the dark web. Fortunately, a far better solution is starting to replace the status quo. Instead of forcing you to type out secret codes, a growing number of services now let you set up a passkey. This device-specific authentication method ties your account access directly to the hardware you already own, such as your phone or computer. Though widespread adoption will take time, passkeys are set to kill off traditional logins for good, giving everyday users the upper hand against database hackers.

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Britain vs. England vs. UK: What's the Difference?

Back in May of 2023, it seemed like much of the world was paying attention to the coronation of King Charles III. Never mind that few people outside of the United Kingdom understand the first thing about the British Royal Family or even about Britain vs. England vs. the U.K. You might think those things are the same, but they're not. The United Kingdom is not the same as Great Britain. The official name of the U.K. is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. The U.K. is a nation-state composed of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Great Britain is the physical landmass that's home to three of those countries: England, Scotland and Wales. Northern Ireland, while part of the United Kingdom, is not part of Great Britain, because it's located on the northern tip of Ireland, the island next door. Confused yet? Now, for the explanation about “British” and “English.” All citizens of the United Kingdom are considered British, whether or not they live on the actual isle of Great Britain. When in doubt, say “British.” What non-Brits should absolutely avoid is calling someone “English” who is not from England. As for King Charles III, he’s technically King of the United Kingdom, not King of England. So, if you’re no longer confused, congratulations!

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Famous Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were Twins

If you’re old enough to remember the gossip column Dear Abby, you likely remember Abigail Van Buren (above left). She was actually born Esther Pauline Friedman, and she had a twin. Her twin’s name was Pauline Esther Friedman (above right), better known as Ann Landers of the advice column Ask Ann Landers. From historical figures to modern-day movie stars and musicians, the following famous faces listed below are all twins.

Supermodel Gisele Bündchen (right) was born in Brazil on July 20, 1980. She has five sisters, including her twin sister Patricia Bündchen, known as Pati (left).  

Terminator star Linda Hamilton (left) was born in Salisbury, Maryland, on September 26, 1956. Her identical twin sister Leslie (right), who sadly passed away in 2020, worked as a nurse, but nonetheless agreed to act as Linda’s body double in several scenes in Terminator 2: Judgment Day. 

Two-time Oscar nominee Scarlett Johansson has a twin brother, Hunter Johansson, who is also an actor. The siblings were born three minutes apart in New York in 1984. 

Known for roles in the likes of Avatar, Saving Private Ryan, Lost in Translation, and the TV sitcom Friends, actor Giovanni Ribisi was born in Los Angeles on December 17, 1974. His twin sister Marissa Ribisi is also an actress, with a string of credits on both the big and small screen. 

Canadian actor Kiefer Sutherland was born in London, England, on December 21, 1966. Seven minutes later, his twin sister Rachel Sutherland came along. She, too, works in the entertainment industry, albeit behind the camera, producing shows such as Rookie Blue and Law & Order: Toronto. 

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