Category Archives for "Curiosities"
Not Worth It There are some items and experiences that are worth paying a little extra for, while others are simply not worth it. When deciding whether to spend or save, it’s important to figure out if the more expensive option is really the better one. Click through to find out which items are worth […]
Read moreA hacker shares his secrets to help you stay safe We all have computers and laptops, but are we doing all we can to stop our personal information from being stolen online? We spoke to a professional ethical hacker who gives us his top tips to make sure you don’t fall victim to theft.
Read moreOriginally introduced back in 1964, the Ford Mustang officially turned 54 this month. To celebrate that milestone and National Mustang Day, the Motor Trend staff put together a list of our favorite Mustang models, in no particular order. Read on to see which ones we chose.
Read moreSpring is in the air, and new freebies are blooming everywhere. This month, you can get everything from free ice cream to gratis shredding of your documents. Following are nine amazing freebies you can grab in April.
Read more‘BY THE SKIN OF MY TEETH’ This is one of the many proverbs that owe their origin to the colorful language of the Book of Job. The tormented hero Job is complaining about his woes. He has become, he says, so emaciated that ‘my bone cleaveth to my skin and to my flesh, and I […]
Read moreSTORMY KROMER: A CAP THAT STAYED ON George Kromer (nicknamed ‘Stormy’ for his blustery temper) was a semipro baseball player, but his future father-in-law insisted he get a real job before marrying his daughter. Stormy joined the railroad and married Ida. In 1903, Stormy was frustrated at repeatedly having his caps blow off his head, […]
Read moreWhile Netflix has won over critics with many of its original series, the company has had its share of critical flops, too. But critical reception can often mean next to nothing to everyday viewers, who will flock to shows that critics have condemned, like the Netflix original comedy “Friends From College,” or the Naomi Watts-led […]
Read moreBefore you embark on a shopping spree in any of the 10 worst states for sales taxes, make extra room in your budget. These states’ sales tax rates are high, and local sales taxes can push the tab even higher. For example, Tennessee has the nation’s second-highest average combined sales tax rate, at 9.46%, once […]
Read moreWith all the pressure and scrutiny that comes with being part of a royal family, dating can be difficult for any prince or princess. But many found romance with “common” people outside of their usual royal sphere, some of whom were models, lawyers, actors, students, journalists, or even reality-show stars. Although not everyone lived happily […]
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