Coastal Alaska has the highest tsunami risk in the United States. Tsunamis caused by earthquakes in Alaska have historically caused damage and loss of life along the West Coast and across the Pacific. On the other hand, tsunamis generated by nearby earthquakes are considered near-field hazards in Alaska. But do you know when the Mega […]
Alaska was Hit by the 4th Largest Megatsunami on Earth in 2015. Read More »
The term taffy is used in the United States, whereas toffee is used in the United Kingdom. According to those researching their histories, both gained popularity during the 19th century. But do you know the difference between Saltwater Taffy and Regular Taffy? There is actually no distinction between “saltwater” and regular taffy. It is a
Several methods are available to you if you want to survive a duel. One: do not engage in a duel because you are not an aristocrat in 18th century France. Two: have your second shoot on your behalf. Three: let the other person point their gun at you and shoot first. But do you know
In the Greater St. Louis area, the company is known as Saint Louis Bread Company and has over 100 locations. Products include bakery items, pasta, salads, sandwiches, soups, and specialty drinks. Flatbread pizzas will be added to the menu in 2020. But do you know when St. Louis Bread Company changed its name to Panera?
Pocahontas was born into Virginia’s Powhatan Tribe and was a peacemaker between the Jamestown colonists and her fellow Native Americans long before a Disney film popularized her. After being captured, she married colonist John Rolfe and moved to London with him. But did you know that Pocahontas lived a few hundred yards away from Squanto
Are you suppressing your laughter when you hear tasteless or morbid jokes? An appreciation for dark humor could be a sign of intelligence. But how does Dark sense of Humor link with higher IQs? According to research, people who laugh at dark jokes have higher IQs and report less aggressive tendencies. Study on Dark Humor
You’d wonder what went wrong for a former professional athlete to fall so far if you saw them working at Wendy’s. Former NBA player Junior Bridgeman might take your Wendy’s order soon, but he’s not doing it to make ends meet. Bridgeman is, in fact, one of the world’s five richest former athletes. But do
Time Magazine has been one of the most authoritative and informative guides to what is happening in current affairs, politics, business, health, science, and entertainment since its inception in 1923. Over 20 million subscribers worldwide turn to Time weekly for award-winning exclusive coverage. But do you know who was voted Time Magazine’s Person of the
A price tag is a label that states the cost of a product for sale. It could be a sticker, or it could be attached with a twist tie or another method. Some jurisdictions require that items are individually priced, or that shelf tags or barcode scanners be available so customers can determine prices without
Winter may appear to be the most dangerous season for a young animal. However, the next few weeks could mean the difference between life and death for Scandinavian brown bear cubs. Do you know how mama bears keep their cubs safe? Mama bears are so protective of their cubs that they actively seek out human-occupied
