Can you have your LOX in space?

Daily Trivia / September 06, 2026

LOX, in space lingo is liquid oxygen, a component of rocket fuel.

What were chopines?

Daily Trivia / September 06, 2026

"Chopines" were platform shoes that became popular in Europe during the 16th century. Some chopines were over 20 inches tall. In the 1400's, a popular form of shoes called "crakows" sported extremely long toes. The length ...Read More

Where would you find a ferrule?

Daily Trivia / September 05, 2026

The little metal ring or cap attached to or near the end of a cane or wooden handle (such as on a paint brush) to prevent splitting is called a ferrule. Its name was derived from the Latin "viriola," meaning "little ...Read More

How long is Beckett's <i>Breath</i>?

Daily Trivia / September 05, 2026

Samuel Beckett's play Breath is the shortest recorded play ever written, consisting of 35 seconds of human cries and breathes.

Why were carrots first cultivated?

Daily Trivia / September 05, 2026

Carrots were first grown as a medicine not a food. The Ancient Greeks called carrots "Karoto".

Do women make their beds more than men?

Daily Trivia / September 05, 2026

Results of a survey show that 76 percent of women make their bed every day, compared to 46 percent of men.