Flight Attempts

Top 10 Bungled Attempts at One-person Flight

Since prehistoric times, people have wanted to take to the skies. Trouble is, humans weren't meant to fly. Of course, that didn't stop some determined souls from trying.

Louisiana Purchase

How the Louisiana Purchase Worked

President Jefferson sent a couple of his representatives over to France to buy the city of New Orleans. What he got was the Louisiana Purchase, a patch of land that nearly doubled the size of the young nation.

Man-eating Lion

Is there such a thing as a man-eating lion?

The king of the jungle has been known to salivate at the sight of a tasty human. But are these stories of lions wreaking havoc on people in Africa true?

Hyper- hidrosis

How Hyperhidrosis Works

Though some people might not sweat the small stuff, those with hyperhidrosis sweat the small stuff, the large stuff and everything between. Is there any way to prevent or cure excessive sweating?

Zebra

Are zebras black with white stripes or white with black stripes?

Though some things aren't always black and white, zebras remain the exception. These animals are known for their classic colors, but are zebras black with white stripes or white with black?

Car Repairs

Will car repairs in the future financially cripple you?

Maybe you budget for oil changes and new tires, but setting aside $1,600 for new headlights is a little steep. If cars are expensive to repair now, what does the future hold?

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today's trivia

Which former president signed the Voting Rights Act of 1965, outlawing poll taxes and literary tests that had restricted black voter registration?

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