All for The Poop
In the 1860s, animal guano—or bird poop—was a hot commodity. It was the most popular export of Peru, and nearly 60% of the country’s economy depended on it. The …
Whiskey Benefits
Besides being known for getting you buzzed, whiskey has some surprising health benefits, and it is considered one of the healthier forms of alcohol. While whiskey must, of course, …
Mr. Plastic Fantastic
In 2016, Walter Cavanagh inadvertently set a world record. Guinness World Record bestowed the title of “Mr. Plastic Fantastic” on Cavanagh as the person in the world with the …
Bad to the Bone
While the term “bone china” is commonly used when picking out serving dishes and place settings for a house, most people don’t know the origin behind the term. Bone …
Made in the USA
Walmart found itself in hot water in 2015 when it was revealed that they had mislabeled their products as “Made in the USA.” Many consumers were upset with this …
Fat Chance
We’ve all heard it before… you’re going to get food poisoning if you eat raw eggs or undercooked meat. But most consumers tend to ignore the rule, and new …
Ukraine Without “The”
When President Obama delivered a speech and mentioned the country of Ukraine, he learned an important lesson: the proper way to say the country’s name is “Ukraine”, not “the …
Dunk No More
While all of the greatest sports movies and television shows may highlight slam dunks, many who watch and play the game on a collegiate level are against dunking. For …
Conjoined
While some parents of conjoined twins decide to keep their children together due to the risks involved, others opt to have their children undergo separation surgery. Angelina and Angelica …
Obsession with Perfection
A study revealed that the amount of food Americans eat is nearly equivalent to the amount of food they throw away. Americans tend to have an idea that fresh …