For centuries people have been pushing patent medicines that only work to enrich the seller.
This article contains information about denim fabrics, including their history, types, properties, dyes, manufacturing processes, uses, and care instructions.
This article elaborates on the impact of different kinds of fabric on the environment by comparing some of the least sustainable fabrics to some of the most sustainable.
What are the top 25 ugliest animals on earth? Maybe you think you've seen it all, but these are by far the ugliest animals in the world.
It’s a common strategy among criminals to disguise their identity in order to escape detection, but it’s a trick used by stand up citizens as well.
Some people believe the calendar we use today needs improving. Others point out the massive logistical challenges of changing what we have.
UAS operations require a certification baseline to expand UAS flights. Under the current 107 regulation, operation over people must move away from waivers and the FAA should develop certification standards to lower the level of risk.
This guide will provide information on common landing errors, along with solutions to prevent accidents.
Through personal experience and exposure to books and television shows, I've discovered that there are five major misconceptions that many non-Africans have about Africa in general. With clear facts and figures, I address each of these misconceptions and give you an African's perspective on Africa.
There’s an old aviation saying: “If an airplane doesn’t look right, it won’t fly right.” That doesn’t stop aircraft designers, often with government support, from developing aircraft that don’t look right. Often times it causes many to ask, why?
This isn’t about my Cornish holiday; it’s a personal focus on the Celtic Nation of Cornwall, who under EU Law were granted national minority status by the British Government in 2014: Giving them same legal recognition as other Celtic nations in the UK including Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
We almost never give concrete a second thought, yet it has a major impact on our lives both negatively and positively.
Are you a magical thinker or a scientific thinker or both? Do you know what the difference is? Magical thinking has always been part of humanity. Scientific thinking is what moves the world forward.
It is unbelievable that cheese can be as addictive as drugs. However some medical studies say that it is.
Could the Ouija Board, long believed to be a portal to the other side, have a more rational and valuable use to us? Here, I propose an experiment that anyone who owns a board can try out.
Technology is increasingly making the need for handwriting obsolete; does that matter?
Are Ocean Liners and Cruise Ships different? Yes? Okay, we will find out. But are they fast? Don’t know? Then definitely read on.
When we talk about military ships, Aircraft Carriers and Battleships are the biggest of them all. But can they move fast? You will be surprised. Let's take a look.
We had seen speedboats doing insane speeds but what about navy ships? Can they do similar speeds? Navy ships operate in choppy waters which is a disadvantage for speed. But they are still fast. Let’s see how fast.
Drones are unmanned, so while designing for speed the designers can just let their hair loose. Are they fast though? Faster than the fastest Jets? Let’s find out.
Here are some heart shaped facts, from a newly discovered heart problem to humming birds, playing cards to swimming pools and the night sky's heart nebula.
What better salute to a country’s flag than with a piece of music that reflects the patriotic message that it stands for. This article explores the National March of America: the Stars and Stripes forever Lyrics.
Placer gold hunters usually follow the age old gold prospecting rules by digging in waterways. Here, I share places that have yielded me gold that may not be so well known. Enjoy and good hunting!!
You may have previously thought that gold is gold, but actually gold varies in purity. Here's how to understand the difference between 9K, 10K, 14K, 18K, 22K, 24K gold.
A comprehensive guide and commentary about which forms, documents and other items you will be required to bring to a USCIS interview for adjustment of status in the US.
Toilet paper is something we use every day, but how much do you know about it? You might be surprised at just how many fun facts there are to learn about it. See how many of these you already knew!
Being built on water is one of Venice's charming characteristics, but also the very thing that is threatening its survival. Venice's environmental challenges may ruin it or even sink it forever. Global warming is posing new threats to the beautiful Italian city.
Families of honorably discharged, deceased veterans are eligible to receive a Presidential Memorial Certificate. Included are instructions for obtaining this tribute to the deceased veteran.
Just in case 200+ odd facts weren't enough for you the first time, I have compiled another list, some possibly even stranger than before, but still true.
Over 200 odd facts about science, sports, history and more that you and your friends probably don't already know!