Friday the 13th has long been considered an unlucky or strange day by various cultures around the world. Here’s a quick look at 13 facts about how Friday the 13th and the number 13 are viewed in popular culture, the superstitious fear around the day and notable historical events that happened on what many believe is an ill-fated day. Friday …
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The United States has led the world in science and innovation for most of its history, and that claim has been backed up by science. To cite one notable testament of leadership in global science: The U.S. boasts 411 winners of Nobel Prizes in physics and medicine. The number of Americans among Nobel Prize honorees dwarfs the U.K., which is …
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Vacationers traveling on a railroad in Europe may be subjected to fines if they exceed the baggage limit as some countries grapple with overtourism. In February, French National Railways (SNCF)announced there would be new limits on the amount and size of luggage on trains with the enforcement beginning on Sept. 15. GREECE TO IMPOSE TAX FOR CRUISE VISITORS ON POPULAR …
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A new, fancy cocktail served in Chicago, Illinois, will set you back thousands. Adalina, a restaurant serving Italian cuisine to Windy City patrons, has debuted the expensive martini with a twist. Regardless of whether the drink is shaken, not stirred, the martini includes an exclusive piece of diamond jewelry. HONEY DEUCE SALES AT US OPEN REVEALED AS COCKTAIL EXPLODES IN …
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A good night’s sleep has many proven benefits — potentially including a healthier future for kids. New research from Penn State University analyzed how childhood sleep patterns could be linked to future substance use. Researchers at the university found that adolescents who went to bed later and slept fewer hours during their childhood were more likely to have consumed alcohol …
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Sick days have taken on a whole new meaning. As Generation Z employees enter the workforce, paid sick days — allotted by a majority of companies — are being used more than ever. Approximately 30% of employees took sick leave in the first 10 months of 2023 — up 42% from 2019, according to the HR platform Gusto, which is …
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The First Continental Congress, a brazen show of both defiance and union by the American colonies on the road to revolution, met on this day in history, Sept. 5, 1774. It was the first time many of the transformative figures in human history known as the Founding Fathers would meet. John Adams, Samuel Adams, Patrick Henry, John Jay and George …
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Rare United States coins share a glimpse into American history and can hold generational wealth. One coin in particular, the 1894-S Barber dime, has been coveted by collectors far and wide. Barber dimes were minted between 1892 through 1916 at four different mints, but in 1894, only 24 were issued in San Francisco, with nine known to survive. RARE COIN …
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A massive “king of the neighborhood” alligator was caught on camera strolling across a North Carolina street. Johnny Fins grabbed his phone to capture the moment where the reptile lumbered its way slowly along.SINGER LANA DEL REY RUMORED TO BE DATING ALLIGATOR TOUR GUIDE “Good golly, that is the king of the jungle right here,” said Fins in disbelief. “Or …
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The days are already getting a bit crisper and the first day of fall, September 22nd, is coming up fast. Millions of tourists flock to rustic New England in hopes of catching the best views of fall foliage. In 2023, 3.6 million people visited New Hampshire alone in the fall, according to the New Hampshire Department of Business and Economic …
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