Where is the hottest place on Earth?
There are different types of temperature measurements so it depends on which type of measurement we are talking about when answering this question. I found records for air temperature, land…
Tag:
trivia
120 Articles
120
What does the “MS” in MSNBC stand for?
MSNBC and its website, MSNBC.com were founded in 1996 in a partnership between Microsoft (MS) and NBC, hence the network’s name, MSNBC. Microsoft initially invested about $500 million in 1996 for in…
How many teaspoons of sugar are in one can of Coke?
A 12-ounce can of Coke has nearly 10 teaspoons of sugar in it. I got curious about this because I looked at the back of a 12-ounce Coke can ad…
Can I use bar soap to wash my hair instead of shampoo?
Hand soap can be used as a shampoo, but you may not like the results. Before the invention of shampoo, regular ole’ soap was used for everything from cleaning hair…
What is the difference between refugees, asylum seekers, immigrants, emigrants, and migrants?
These terms are often used to mean the same thing, but each has a distinct meaning that carries different international consequences and obligations. REFUGEE A refugee is a person that…
What is the average response time to 911 calls?
The national average response time to 911 calls is about between 10 and 19 minutes, depending on what source of data you believe. Every 911 call isn’t treated the same, though….
Where did the Easter Bunny and Easter eggs come from?
It’s very bizarre that rabbits and colored eggs are used to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, especially since rabbits don’t lay eggs. There are a few different theories on the…
What do the symbols on the back of the U.S. dollar bill mean?
Pull out a dollar bill or use this image for reference as you read through this post. THE PYRAMID The pyramid and the eagle on the back of the dollar…
What is the difference between regular olive oil and extra virgin olive oil?
Regular olive oil is lower quality than genuine extra virgin olive oil. It is processed using chemicals and other additives, has a lighter color, has a more neutral flavor, and…
Why can’t I tickle myself?
Science says you can’t tickle yourself because your brain knows you are the one doing the tickling, taking away the surprise factor. This negates the tickling sensation. According to neuroscientists…