political analysis
What is National Press Day?
May 3 acts as a reminder to governments of the need to respect their commitment to press freedom. It is also a day of reflection among media professionals...
Jan 21, 2026 • 8 READS
environment reporting
What should a stepmom be called?
Offshoots of 'Mom' and 'Mommy' that you could use for your stepmom include: Ma. Mama. Mumsy. What is a good nickname for a stepmom? Se...
Jan 21, 2026 • 7 READS
political analysis
What can I use instead of chlorine tablets?
There are alternatives to chlorine including bromine, ionizers, and ozonators, though with each you'll still need to use some chlorine. A fourth alte...
Jan 21, 2026 • 8 READS
science
What is rated 14?
TV-14. This program contains material that most parents would find unsuitable for children under 14 years of age. Programs rated TV-14 contain material th...
Jan 21, 2026 • 8 READS
health
Does Kobe beef taste different?
Instantly recognizable, Japanese Wagyu looks and tastes markedly different from almost all other beef. Does Kobe beef taste better? It's considered a...
Jan 21, 2026 • 10 READS
media
What time of year do horses get laminitis?
While overindulging on lush, sweet spring grass is a notable trigger, a laminitic episode can strike a horse at any time of year. What months are worse fo...
Jan 21, 2026 • 8 READS
culture
Was there no summer in 1816?
Gloomy, cold rains fell throughout Europe. It was cold and stormy and dark - not at all like typical summer weather. Consequently, 1816 became known in Eu...
Jan 21, 2026 • 8 READS
technology trends
Why is VirtualBox free?
VirtualBox was first offered by Innotek GmbH from Weinstadt, Germany, under a proprietary software license, making one version of the product available at...
Jan 21, 2026 • 8 READS
environment reporting
Why does Kratos have red marks?
Believing Deimos to be dead, Kratos marked himself with a red tattoo, identical to his brother's birthmark, to honor his sibling. How did Kratos get ...
Jan 21, 2026 • 7 READS
environment reporting
Is white quartz hard to maintain?
Unlike natural stone countertops, a quartz countertop, even a white one, never needs to be sealed to maintain its resistance to moisture, staining, and ot...
Jan 21, 2026 • 7 READS