People & Society

Billings, Montana, has the Highest Rate of Depression in the United States.

Health, Mental Health, People & Society, Social Issues & Advocacy / November 27, 2022

Depression, also known as major depressive disorder, is a mental health disorder that has a negative impact on how a person thinks, feels, and acts. Depression can cause various mental, emotional, and physical problems, as well as a reduction in a person’s ability to function or perform daily activities at home or work. Depression is […]

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The Popularity of Doer Names for Boys Like Racer, Trooper, Charger, Wrangler, and More Rose in Popularity Between 1980 and 2000. There are Around 50,000 Doer Named Boys in a Year.

Adult, Family, Family & Relationships, Language, Language Resources, People & Society, Reference / November 25, 2022

A name is a term used to identify an object to an outside observer. They can uniquely or contextually identify a class or group of items or a particular thing. The entity recognized by a name is referred to as the referent. A personal name identifies, albeit not always uniquely, a specific person. But when

Yo-yos were Banned in Syria in 1933. Locals Blamed the Toy for the Severe Drought They were Experiencing.

Ecology & Environment, Green Living & Environmental Issues, History, Science, Shopping, Toys / November 19, 2022

The first yo-yo company was opened in Santa Barbara, California, by a Filipino immigrant in 1928. But they have been documented to be around since 440 BC. But did you know that Syrians had a superstitious belief that yo-yos caused a drought? Yo-yos were banned in Syria in 1933 because many locals believed they were

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Climate Change is Affecting the Production of Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce. The California-Based Company is Facing a Severe Shortage of Chilies Due to Weather Conditions Altering the Quality of Their Chili Peppers.

Business & Industrial, Business News, Business Operations, Ecology & Environment, Food, Food, Food & Drink, Food Service, Green Living & Environmental Issues, News, People & Society, Science, Snack Foods, Social Issues & Advocacy / November 18, 2022

Huy Fong Foods Incorporated, the maker of the iconic Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce, has announced that production of its beloved sauces will be halted. Sriracha is the latest item with insufficient inventory to meet demand and will be difficult to find this summer of 2022. But do you know what the reason behind the shortage

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Spartan Magistrates Would Declare War on Their Slaves Every Year. This Gave Them an Excuse to Hurt or Kill Their Slaves.

Ancient Civilization, Discrimination & Identity Relations, History, History, Humanities, Reference, Social Issues & Advocacy / November 16, 2022

Sparta was a powerful Greek state in ancient times. Slavery was an accepted norm in this region, as it was throughout the country. However, there were some differences between the lives of slaves in Sparta and those in other Greek states. But did you know they would annually declare war on their slaves? Spartan magistrates

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Quarternary Twins are When Two Babies are Both Cousins and Genetically Siblings. This Happens When Two Identical Twin Sisters Have Children with Two Identical Twin Brothers.

Family, Family & Relationships, People & Society / November 16, 2022

Briana and Brittany Salyers married identical twins, Josh and Jeremy Salyers, in 2018. They’re now introducing their babies to the world, who are so genetically similar that the cousins are more like brothers. But did you know that there is such a thing as quarternary twins? Quaternary twins are babies who are both cousins and

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The “Devil’s Advocate” was a Title Given in the Catholic Church. The Devil’s Advocate’s Job was to Argue Against the Canonization of Any Candidate.

History, History, Humanities, People & Society, Reference, Religion & Belief / November 9, 2022

The term Devil’s Advocate is popularly used to describe any individual who is added to a conversation for the sake of argument. But did you know that this phrase had an interesting origin story? The title “devil’s advocate” was given in the Catholic Church. The Devil’s Advocate’s job was to argue against any candidate’s canonization.

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A Royal Horticultural Society Test Building Covered in Ivy Stayed 7.2 Celsius Cooler than Non-Covered Buildings. The Leaves Also Kept the Walls Dry which Lowered Humidity and Protected it from Corrosion.

Ecology & Environment, Green Living & Environmental Issues, Science / November 8, 2022

vy plants are known for their ability to adhere strongly to walls and other surfaces. While this may be a cause for concern for several homeowners, there are positive benefits to having ivy growing on walls. Did you know that these plants can essentially make your home cooler? A Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) test building

A Royal Horticultural Society Test Building Covered in Ivy Stayed 7.2 Celsius Cooler than Non-Covered Buildings. The Leaves Also Kept the Walls Dry which Lowered Humidity and Protected it from Corrosion. Read More »

Glenn Close’s Parents were Cult Members, and She Spent 15 Years of Her Life Living in Communes. She Left at the Age of 22.

Arts & Entertainment, Celebrities & Entertainment News, Comics & Animation, Movie Listings & Theater Showtimes, Religion & Belief, TV & Video, TV Shows & Programs / November 8, 2022

Glenn Close is a well-known American actress. Close has received numerous honors throughout her four-decade career, including two Screen Actors Guild Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, three Primetime Emmy Awards, and three Tony Awards. She has also been nominated for an Academy Award eight times, tying Peter O’Toole for the most nominations in an acting

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Carnivals Used to Give Out Cigars for Prizes. The Phrase “Close, But No Cigar” Started Here. Attendants Would Say This to People Who Lost a Game.

Casual Games, Games, Language, Language Resources, Merit Prizes & Contests, People & Society, Poker & Casino Games, Reference, Subcultures & Niche Interests / November 5, 2022

If you’ve ever come close to accomplishing something but fell short, you’ve probably heard the phrase close, but no cigar. You probably accept defeat and move on. But have you ever given this commonly used phrase any thought? Why the cigar? Who even requested a cigar? Did you know where the saying “Close, but No

Carnivals Used to Give Out Cigars for Prizes. The Phrase “Close, But No Cigar” Started Here. Attendants Would Say This to People Who Lost a Game. Read More »