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Courtesy of Weekly World News Though it feels a little bit like choosing a favorite child, of the thousands of stories Mental Floss publishes in any year, our staffers are bound to have some particular favorites. It could be a case of a long-gestating idea finally coming to fruition, or a story that is so unique (or just plain bizarre) that there’s no way we could pass up the chance to write about it. As we've done in years past, we asked the Mental Floss team to share some of their favorite stories from 2020—just in case you missed any of them.

Choosing a name for your baby is a tricky business. Not only do the parents usually need to agree on it, but any number of relatives and friends might weigh in with strong opinions of their own. Once you’ve ruled out the names of all the school bullies and detested exes within six degrees of separation, you might feel like you’re running out of options. Even after you come to a decision, there’s still a chance your little Amelia will show up for her first day of kindergarten and meet five other Amelias in her class. This particular situation is pretty likely—according to BabyNames.com...

Amazon There are a lot of gifts to be bought this time of year, but you don't want to give the people in your life the same old presents they've already seen countless times. So we thought we’d help you out a bit by sharing a few of the things we plan on gifting this season. From comfy waterproof boots for the outdoorsy people in your life to a Nerf Blaster for the kids (or chaotic adults) on your list, we think you'll find something for everyone here (even if you're just in the market to treat yourself). 1. Women's Snowcreek Lace Waterproof Boots; $130

Uncommon Goods/Amazon If you want to get the book lover in your life something more original this year than the same ol' paperback, the Mental Floss staff has compiled a list of literature-inspired gifts that go beyond the page. Check out what everyone suggested below for some potential shopping inspiration this holiday season. 1. My Miniature Library; $20 Uncommon Goods This miniature set of 20 tiny books is perfect for the young bibliophile. Not only does it come with classic titles like The Owl and the Pussycat and Beauty and the Beast that readers can assemble themselves, it also has DI...

Hachette/Chronicle Books/Amazon We go through a lot of books here at Mental Floss, so it's no surprise that many of the gifts we give to friends and family every year are inspired by what we're reading. And if you're stumped on which books you should be leaving under the tree this holiday season, we're here to help. We've gathered 10 books that are perfect for a whole range of readers. Take a look at our staff picks below. 1. Oregon State University Press/Amazon With most people hunkering down at home thanks to COVID-19, it feels like everyone’s worlds have gotten a bit smaller in 2020. Le...