Paraprosdokian is a figure of speech in which the latter part of a sentence or phrase is surprising or unexpected in a way that forces the reader or listener to reinterpret the first part. An example being, “On the other hand, you have different fingers”. 00
Steve-O was a clown and graduated from…
Steve-O was a clown and graduated from Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Clown College. 00
10% of those conscripted in the UK in WWII were sent…
10% of those conscripted in the UK in WWII were sent to serve not on the battlefield, but in the coal mines that powered the war machine. Some of these soldiers were not released from service until two years after the war ended. They were not formally recognized for their contribution until 1995. 00
Brazil is number 2 over all in the world at…
Brazil is number 2 over all in the world at producing models after the US. Rio Grande do Sul represents 5% of Brazil’s population but produces more than 50% of its models. The appeal of the region’s inhabitants is attributed to the historical migration of Germans and Italians. 00
Sologamy, marrying yourself, is a growing trend…
Sologamy, marrying yourself, is a growing trend. A way to say yes to yourself. There are various companies that will help you do it. 00
John Lennon’s father, Alfred Lennon, released…
John Lennon’s father, Alfred Lennon, released an album in 1965. John was embarrassed by it so he had it pulled in Europe and the U.S. 00
In 19th-century America, the belief…
In 19th-century America, the belief that sausages were usually made out of dog meat was so widespread that they started to be called “hot dogs”. 00
Does Music Affect Your Heartbeat?
Music has a powerful effect on life. It has been shown to affect human beings, animals, and even plants. It is difficult to imagine life without music. It becomes a part of who we are, physically, mentally and even spiritually in a unique way. That being the case, it shouldn’t come as that much of a surprise to learn that research shows that the music we listen to influences the rate at which our hearts beat. That is more than just an interesting fact; it can have a real effect on the connection between mind and body. What genre of
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Does Saliva Help Heal Wounds?
We’ve all heard the expression, “licking your wounds.” In the popular vernacular, it means taking the time to recover from a setback or trauma. It was most likely inspired by the image of wounded animals retreating to lick their wounds after they were injured. A dog that was bitten in a fight will lick the bite in an attempt to sooth the pain. Maybe it isn’t that surprising that some people have started to wonder if there is something to licking your wounds. Is it possible that saliva has healing properties? Scientists have begun to look at that question and
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Wacky waving inflatable arm flailing tube…
Wacky waving inflatable arm flailing tube men are banned in Houston for being a “blight on the aesthetic environment”. 00