Weird types of candy can be found in many stores, especially during Halloween. Popular culture has its own corner of strange candy, such as Harry Potter Bertie Botts beans. Sour candy is also a popular choice for the bravest candy tasters. Candy has evolved to include wholesome options with vitamins and antioxidants. When you’re looking […]
People can find strange uses for everyday products, making their lives easier and saving money. Examples include using a tennis ball as a back massager, honey and olive oil as hair conditioner, and Cheerios mixed with water as a paste for insect bites. Books by Joey Green and Heloise offer more ideas. Humans have long […]
Henry III, ruler of England, received exotic animal gifts from other leaders, including an African elephant, three lions, a camel, and a polar bear. These animals were displayed publicly, but often did not survive due to lack of knowledge of their care. Henry III also built Westminster Abbey. Henry III received strange gifts from other […]
Alan Turing was a brilliant mathematician and war hero who founded modern computing. He suffered from paranoia, which was a result of his troubled personal life, and tragically committed suicide in 1954. Turing’s work laid the foundation for modern computation and artificial intelligence. The Apple logo may have been inspired by him. Alan Turing was […]
