Historical
Kiwis - Fruit or fiction?
Kiwifruit, small, brown and fuzzy but oh so delicious. Yes they can be a bit of a pain to peel or perhaps you prefer to cut them in half and scoop out the tasty, nutritious pulp. So versatile you can use it for toppings, fruit salad, smoothies, garnish or my personal favorite, on top of a pavlova. M-mm! Love them or hate them, they have an intriguing story, one which surprisingly, few people know.
Suzanne Burfield-HancockPublished 3 years ago in FYIThe Friendship of Two Writers
Want to know a bit of uncommon knowledge about two of the world's most praised writers? Ernest Hemingway was an American writer born in 1899. He is wildly successful and produced books the many booklovers treasure to this day. Some of the favorites being ‘The Old Man and the Sea’, ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls’, and ‘ The Sun Also Rises’. He went on to win a Nobel Prize and a Pulitzer Prize for his writing. Not to mention a bronze star medal for his time in the war. Hemingway was also known for being a raging alcoholic. It is rumored that he once drank sixteen daiquiris in one night, which is awful for your liver but a bit impressive. Although he is mostly famous for his many books I know him from one simple quote.
Amanda MitchellPublished 3 years ago in FYIHenry Ford
The age-old question- Ford or Chevy? It has broken relationships, started wars in families, Facebook pages have been created for supporters, men and women have stayed up all night waiting for the arrival of the latest and greatest vehicles to flow off production lines. It is an American icon, a way of life, a tribute to the hardworking citizens of this country, it is up there with Christmas and Apple pie.
Rose Loren Geer-RobbinsPublished 3 years ago in FYIOnce Upon a Time in Spain
May, 1968. A cowboy struck the hot Spanish ground, not dead, but dying. Al Mulock had leapt from the rooftop, boots and all. It was a three-story drop.
Robert JackPublished 3 years ago in FYIRobbing Peter to Pay Paul
Research into this story came when my youngest son asked me what a Ponzi scheme was. He is learning about economic in school, and financial questions in my house is a new thing. For example- how does the health care industry work? Why do we pay health insurance and still have to pay medical bills? What is interest and who gets to decide what the interest rate is going to be? Why do we have credit cards? How do you get a mortgage? How does the government know how much taxes to charge and how do you know that you are not paying too much? Now, I know that many of you think that these are simple questions- but go ahead, break it down for a 13-year-old in a way that makes sense. I will wait....
Rose Loren Geer-RobbinsPublished 3 years ago in FYIBrontosaurus Isn't A Real Dinosaur
Almost everybody has loved dinosaurs at some point. Some, like me, have never "grown out" of our obsession with these prehistoric beasts. As such, we have a healthy love of them even when times are tough. it is the mystery, the absolute greatness of them that I have come to respect. As such, I have accumulated 34 years of dinosaur trivia to astound your friends with!
Alex ArbiosPublished 3 years ago in FYIFIRE!
Nothing can empty a building faster than someone yelling the word FIRE! The history of fires and firefighting is filled with unbelievable stories and fascinating facts The story is a tribute to the firefighters who developed innovations in the fight against fire and risked their lives in the line of duty.
Mary Chris FoxworthyPublished 3 years ago in FYICoco Chanel was a Nazi
When someone thinks of designer brands, there are many that come to mind, but few have the history, let alone notoriety, of the Chanel brand. The simple, yet sophisticated, logo is easy to identify, and is known across the globe. Unfortunately, both the brand and Coco Chanel herself, have ties to something much darker than a little black dress.
Abby RamsayPublished 3 years ago in FYI- Top Story - February 2021
5 Eerie Historical Facts from Around the World
History is filled with weird, unexplainable, and even unbelievable stories. Not all historical events make it to the headlines, some are swept under the rug to make room for the bigger ones. Yet, it is important to know not just the big names and events of history but also the little details that give much more context about a specific era or period.
ElMehdi ElAzharyPublished 3 years ago in FYI March Right On
The third month on our callendar is March and there are quite a few little known facts about this month. There are also old sayings that many baby boomers heard from their parents or grandparents. I will share a few that may bring back fond memories for some and be introduced to others for the first time.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 3 years ago in FYIBoston - More Than Just An Accent
Raise your hand if you thought that Fig Newtons were named after Sir Isaac Newton? I’m here to set the record straight. That delicious little sweet treat actually gets its name from Newton, Massachusetts, a suburb just outside of Boston.
Katie IrvingPublished 3 years ago in FYI8 little known facts about the Hollywood sign
Hurray for Hollywood! The classic iconic sign which is located high above the Hills in Los Angeles was created in 1921 and erected in 1923. I recently found out a number of little-known facts related to this landmark that might be surprising to others as well. Many movies and television shows were filmed near the Hollywood hills and the location is filled with nostalgia. In this article, I will share 8 significant truths about those famous 9 letters that I believe to be quite significant.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 3 years ago in FYI