Thomas Edison Wasn’t So Bright After All
Thomas Edison didn't invent the light bulb. The light bulb actually goes all the way back to 1806.
Thomas Edison didn't invent the light bulb. The light bulb actually goes all the way back to 1806.
The day is officially recognized by the United States Copyright Office, although it is not a public holiday.
Approximately 690,000 Americans have the shared birthday of October 5th.
Did you know that popcorn pops when it reaches a temperature of about 347°F?
The main reason baked beans are so healthy is because they contain antioxidants.
Pound World went out of business because a store called 99p Stores, was selling the same products but for just 1p cheaper!
Did you know that smokers have ten times more wrinkles than people that do not smoke?
Yawning is contagious, if you see somebody yawn, there's a very high chance you'll feel like yawning too.
The first microwave ever built was the Radarange. This 750 lb behemoth cost a small fortune at about $70,000 in today's money.
They worked out that a duck's quack does echo, but it is really tricky to hear because of the tone of the quack.
Humpty Dumpty was actually a powerful cannon used in the Siege of Colchester during the English Civil War.
Believe it or not, but Jaffa Cakes are actually cakes, which is why VAT isn't charged on them.