Why do we say “elephant in the room”? Why do we say “dog and pony show”? And why do we say “sly as a fox”? These and many other popular expressions are part of everyday life in the English language — yet most of us don’t really know their interesting origin stories. WHY DO WE SAY ‘BREAK A LEG’ AND …
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Washington state travel guide: Breathtaking national parks, the bustling city of Seattle and beyond
Washington state is known for its wide range of stunning natural landscapes, from rugged coastlines to snow-capped mountain peaks to vibrant rainforests. Cities like Seattle and Spokane offer their own array of cultural and culinary attractions. Whether you are interested in outdoor adventure or simply taking in the scenery, the Evergreen State has something for every type of traveler. AMERICA …
Read More »Civil War-era cannonball found in backyard of Virginia home: 'Could still be a live ordnance'
A mysterious bit of history was unearthed in the backyard of a Virginia home recently — which led to a call to bomb technicians. While working on a home’s curb appeal, a landscaper discovered something that resembled a rock. He had been digging a hole for a shrub next to the home, as Perry Weller, deputy chief of community risk …
Read More »Yellowstone at 152 years old: Here are 152 fascinating facts about America's first national park
Yellowstone National Park turned 150 years old in 2022. As the U.S. continues to celebrate a milestone anniversary of this treasured American national park — now 152 years old in 2024 — here’s a collection of fascinating facts, featured players and sometimes-forgotten but always interesting details, numbers, quotes and more connected to our remarkable national preserve. Check out these 152 …
Read More »Explore Virginia: What to do, tour and see on your next vacation
Virginia’s motto, “Virginia is for lovers,” captures only a fraction of its allure. The state boasts a wide range of activities that cater to solo travelers, groups of friends and families alike. Virginia has historical treasures like Colonial Williamsburg, Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and George Washington’s Mount Vernon. THE BEST TOURISM SPOTS IN TEXAS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY The state’s landscapes …
Read More »Texas shelter dog becomes impressive police K-9 as he combats fentanyl crisis
A shelter dog has found a new mission in life as a drug-sniffing police K-9 — a transformation that took place just months after the pup was rescued from the streets of Fort Worth, Texas. “If you talk to me in five years, I guarantee you we’re going to have kilos of records to reflect his service to the city,” …
Read More »Maine gun store hires 'udderly' adorable employee, a baby cow
A gun store in Maine has quite the new hire on its hands: a baby cow. The calf named Kade is now the “shop pet” of A&G Shooting, a gun store in Fairfield, Maine. Fairfield is a small town in central Maine, located near the city of Waterville. OKLAHOMA BOY’S PET OCTOPUS IS TIKTOK SENSATION: ‘WILDLIFE IS MAGNIFICENT’ Kade’s backstory …
Read More »Gratitude overshadows great loss, says author of book about losing wife to cancer
“The unfortunate truth,” the author of a new book told Fox News Digital this week, “is that there are a lot of people out there who are devastated by the loss of a spouse — especially so in the first year” after the spouse’s passing, he said. New York City-based Warren Kozak is the author of “Waving Goodbye: Life After …
Read More »National Park Week: 15 surprising facts about America's parks you may not know
It’s National Park Week — a unique time to appreciate the beauty and splendor of the great American outdoors. While the U.S. park scene offers plenty of notable historic sites and landscapes, there are also many features and facts about our national parks that are far lesser known. “National parks are powerful places that have many meanings and connections to …
Read More »American Revolution began 249 years ago: Here are 5 overlooked tourist spots on fight for independence
The grand events and oft-told tales of the American Revolution are easy to find among sprawling reverent battlefields and national parks. George Washington’s Mount Vernon in Virginia, Independence Hall in Pennsylvania, and Minuteman National Historical Park in Massachusetts, where the American rebellion exploded into deadly revolution 249 years ago today, April 19, 1775, top any list of highlights in the …
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