02 October 2018
The word flexitarian entered the lexicon in 2003 to describe the minimalistic meat diet.
On this day in 1950, the cartoon strip Peanuts was published for the first time.
Rhinestones get their name from the Rhine River, abundant in colourful rock crystals.
The human body contains 250 grams of salt.
World peace is not nearly as important as using one’s turn signals.
Tartar sauce originated in eastern France, in the mid-1800s.
In 1980, he first TV show to use closed captioning was Disney’s Wonderful World.
Pneumonia is triggered by viruses, fungi or bacteria.
People who steal from pubs often wind up behind bars.
The mail order bride biz began in the US in the 1800s so Chinese labourers could find suitable wives.
Meal replacement drinks such as Ensure, first appeared in 1960s science fiction.
There are more than 450 English-language versions of The Bible.
The Block Parents formed in London, ON 60 years ago. Now, 300,000+ post the window sign and offer safe homes to endangered adults and children, across the nation.
Folks who fear elevators take steps to avoid them.
Hong Kong has 39,090 hospital beds.
Red lanterns are considered to bring prosperity in Chinese culture.
Penguin is rich in Vitamin C and delicious when roasted.
Canada’s Walk of Fame accepts nominations in five categories.
Christian Klansmen end each lynching by holding hands and singing Amazing Race.
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