Biological Warfare at the 1346 Siege of Caffa
This was one of the earliest known accounts of biological warfare.
Lemur Has Giant Testes
That means 5.5% of the male lemurs' bodies were testes, if they are considered to proportionately weigh the same.
Most Aggressive Dog Breeds
Dachshunds get a pass for being playful, precious and loyal, but the fact is, the lovable weenie dog is considered the most aggressive of all dog breeds.
When Did We Start Using Straws?
Made of gold and precious stones, the straw probably was used to drink primitively fermented beer.
Obesity in Birds
An obese parrot is predisposed to cancer.
Eric Clapton: His Sister – Mother – Grandmother
Life for Eric Clapton was not always a bed of roses, full of fame, success and prestige.
News Coverage of Donald Trump’s First 100 Days
A Harvard study found that 80 percent of Trump coverage was negative during his first 100 days in office.
Largest Ant Collection in the World
No ants? No farms. No food.
Judges’ Decisions More Lenient After Lunch
Study shows judges are more likely to rule favorably after lunch.
The Musician – Leonardo Da Vinci
The epitome of the Renaissance man, Leonardo da Vinci was an accomplished musician as well as a master painter.
Many Countries Favor Specific Religions
From monarchies to republics, candidates in these countries must belong to a specific religious group.
Giuseppe Garibaldi Was a Spaghetti Salesman
Before unifying Italy, he was a spaghetti salesman in Uruguay.
Skinny Mirrors Trick Women Into Buying More Clothes
Just like a fun house mirror, dressing room mirrors are sometimes angled a bit to change the way you look.
What is the Most Popular Car Color?
After white, buyers like black, silver and gray.
Happiest Countries In The World
The world's happiest country is Paraguay, which placed first for the second year in a row.
Brain Science is Ignoring Left-Handed People
Left-handed people are often excluded from studies.