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And have fun doing it.
Presidential Succession: The Designated Survivor
What happens if tragedy befalls both the President and Vice President? What's the plan for Presidential Succession? Is there really a Designated Survivor?
Learn something new.
And have fun doing it.
Dodgeball or Deathball? The Real Origin of the Game
What possessed us to invent dodgeball, the "sport of violence, exclusion, and degradation," at least according to Patches O'Houlihan? Here's the real story.
Flying Your Butt Off: The Longest Flight Ever
You think WKRP dropping turkeys was the looniest local business promotion ever? How about flying a Cessna for 65 days without landing? Here's the story.
Walk This Way … Literally
Whether you prefer the original or the Run D.M.C. version of Aerosmith's tune, Walk This Way, you might be surprised at what it has in common with Frankenstein.
How Hot Dogs Are Made: Are They Really Gross?
Hot dogs have earned, fairly or not, a reputation for being made from creative ingredients. Let’s explore how hot dogs are made.
The DeLorean: How a Cocaine Deal Enabled Back to the Future
What do refrigerators, drugs, an automotive industry darling, and the iconic DeLorean DMC-12 sports car have to do with the hit movie, Back to the Future?
How Hot is Lava?
How hot is lava? Does it compare to an electric or gas stove? Could you cook on it, or will it immediately incinerate food? Is it hotter than a rocket engine?
Why Do Tennis Players Grunt?
Watch any pro tennis tournament, and you'll experience a cacophony of animal noises. Gunts, groans, and occasional screams. So, why do tennis players grunt?
Why Does Bacon Smell So Good?
Why does bacon smell so good? That sizzling odor of pure deliciousness has the power to wake the dead. So what is it about bacon smell that's so appealing?
The Perfect March Madness Bracket: Long Odds
If your retirement plan hinges on picking a perfect March Madness bracket, perhaps diversify. While it looks easy, the odds of winning are... impossible.
