Louis Remme

Louis Remme Rode on Horseback Non-Stop from Sacramento to Portland in 1855, Racing Against the Ship-Borne News of a Bank Run That Would Prevent Him from Withdrawing His Own Money.

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The most daring, grueling, and impossible horseback ride in American history occurred in 1855, when a cattle trader raced overland nearly 700 miles in winter to beat a steamship sailing from Sacramento to Portland, Oregon. The rider’s life savings in gold were at stake, which he could save if he could reach Portland before the […]

Louis Remme Rode on Horseback Non-Stop from Sacramento to Portland in 1855, Racing Against the Ship-Borne News of a Bank Run That Would Prevent Him from Withdrawing His Own Money. Read More »

Landfill

Living Next to a Landfill Greatly Increases The Risk of Developing All Kinds of Health Problems, Including Tuberculosis.

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Landfills hold both household and commercial waste. Most household waste sent to landfills is organic, such as food, paper, cardboard, or wood. Other types of household waste include plastic or tin packaging. Do you know how dangerous it is to live next to a Landfill?  Living near a landfill increases your chances of developing various

Living Next to a Landfill Greatly Increases The Risk of Developing All Kinds of Health Problems, Including Tuberculosis. Read More »

Transformers

In 1983, Hasbro Executives Visited the Tokyo Toy Show to Look for New Concepts They Could Release in the US. After Seeing Transforming Robot Toys, They Teamed Up with Marvel Comics to Create the Comic Book and Animated Series “Transformers”

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Transformers was a Hasbro toy line and cartoon series that debuted in 1984 and quickly became one of the best-selling toys. Transformers inspired an animated film in 1986, numerous future toy lines, and a series of live-action films. But did you know how Hasbro came up with Transformers Toys?  Hasbro executives went to the Tokyo

In 1983, Hasbro Executives Visited the Tokyo Toy Show to Look for New Concepts They Could Release in the US. After Seeing Transforming Robot Toys, They Teamed Up with Marvel Comics to Create the Comic Book and Animated Series “Transformers” Read More »

Gift Cards

Consumers Lose At Least $3 Billion a Year in Unspent Gift Cards. Starbucks Alone Has Recorded $140 Million Unused Gift Cards.

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A gift card allows recipients to purchase whatever they want from a specific store. This freedom will enable them to purchase what they genuinely require while also providing you with the satisfaction of having given well. But do you know how much consumers lose in unspent gift cards? Unused gift cards cost consumers $3 billion

Consumers Lose At Least $3 Billion a Year in Unspent Gift Cards. Starbucks Alone Has Recorded $140 Million Unused Gift Cards. Read More »

Princess Diana Funeral

Roughly 2.5 Billion People Watched Princess Diana’s Funeral in 1997. At Its Height, the Queue to Reach the Book of Condolences Took About 6.5 Hours.

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Princess Diana captivated people worldwide. News about her life tragically ending in a car accident in Paris on August 31, 1997, shocked the whole world. Her death dominated the headlines at the time. But did you know how many people watched Princess Diana’s Funeral?  In 1997, approximately 2.5 billion people watched Princess Diana’s funeral. The

Roughly 2.5 Billion People Watched Princess Diana’s Funeral in 1997. At Its Height, the Queue to Reach the Book of Condolences Took About 6.5 Hours. Read More »

Living on the moon

Half of the British Population Would Refuse a Free Trip to the Moon Even if Safety were Guaranteed. According to Most, They were Just Not Interested in the Idea.

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Is it possible to live on the moon? If we’re talking hypothetically, the correct answer is that humans could live on the moon. However, we would still require some assistance to live comfortably on the moon, as it isn’t the best environment for us to be in. But do you know how many English people

Half of the British Population Would Refuse a Free Trip to the Moon Even if Safety were Guaranteed. According to Most, They were Just Not Interested in the Idea. Read More »

Joe Delaney

In 1983, Joe Delaney, the NFL Chiefs’ Running Back, Sacrificed his Life to Save Three Children from Drowning. His Number is Unofficially Retired, and a Statue was Put Up in His Honor.

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For two seasons, Joe Alton Delaney was the running back in the National Football League (NFL). Delaney set four franchise records during his two seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs, which would stand for over 20 years. But did you know that Joe Delaney was actually a hero? In 1983, NFL Chiefs running back Joe

In 1983, Joe Delaney, the NFL Chiefs’ Running Back, Sacrificed his Life to Save Three Children from Drowning. His Number is Unofficially Retired, and a Statue was Put Up in His Honor. Read More »

Charles R. Forbes

Charles R. Forbes, One of the Early Directors of the Veterans Bureau, Stole Over $2 Million. This was Under President Warren G. Harding’s Administration. Harding Had to be Physically Restrained from Strangling Forbes when the Corruption was Revealed.

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Disability compensation programs, insurance for service members and veterans, and vocational rehabilitation for the disabled were all included. In August 1921, the Veterans Bureau was formed by combining the War Risk Bureau and the Rehabilitation Division of the Federal Board of Vocational Education. But did you know that Charles R. Forbes, one of the early

Charles R. Forbes, One of the Early Directors of the Veterans Bureau, Stole Over $2 Million. This was Under President Warren G. Harding’s Administration. Harding Had to be Physically Restrained from Strangling Forbes when the Corruption was Revealed. Read More »

George Washington Tomb

The Capitol was Designed to Have George Washington’s Tomb on Public Display. Both Houses Passed Bills Saying He Should be Buried There. After an Attempted Theft of His Head, the Project was Cancelled.

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Former President George Washington was not buried for three days, per his wishes. During that time, his body was kept in the New Room in a mahogany casket. Mount Vernon held a solemn funeral on December 18, 1799. But did you know the story behind George Washington’s Tomb?  The Capitol was built to display George

The Capitol was Designed to Have George Washington’s Tomb on Public Display. Both Houses Passed Bills Saying He Should be Buried There. After an Attempted Theft of His Head, the Project was Cancelled. Read More »

A grade US Grade Inflation

The Awarding of As at Four-Year Colleges Has Been Increasing by 5 to 6% Each Decade Since 1960. An “A” is Now the Most Common Grade. About 42% of All Grades are As.

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Some students seem to have it all together. They get excellent grades, but they’re also successful in other areas. Opportunities seem to find them, and they’re always ready for what’s next. But did you know how grades are getting better in the United States?  Since 1960, the As awarded at four-year colleges has increased by

The Awarding of As at Four-Year Colleges Has Been Increasing by 5 to 6% Each Decade Since 1960. An “A” is Now the Most Common Grade. About 42% of All Grades are As. Read More »

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