Fun Facts: Halloween Around The World
Sep 30
Halloween, with its origins dating back to ancient Celtic festivals, has grown into a global celebration marked by a diverse array of customs and traditions. While the Halloween we know today is primarily associated with the United States and Canada, this spooky holiday has taken on unique forms in different corners of the world. In this blog post, we’ll embark on a journey across...
10 Fun Facts About Rhode Island
Aug 21
Although small in size, Rhode Island boasts a rich historical legacy. Enthusiastic trivia aficionados like us revel in uncovering the hidden narratives of our locality. Thus, here are ten astonishing facts that might catch you by surprise about the nation’s most diminutive state. 1. Headquarters of Hasbro Rhode Island’s industrial landscape may have dwindled, save for the investments...
Politics Trivia
May 25In order to help combat terrorism around the world, the U.S. State Department has created a list of seven countries that are known to support terrorist activity. The most commonly known terrorist countries are Iran, Iraq, and Libya. What are the other four terrorist nations as identified by the U.S. State Department? The Answer: Cuba North Korea Sudan Syria Political Quotes Trivia Words have...
The Evolution of Popular Board Games
Feb 08Board games have been around since the beginning of civilization, with board game designs being found in ancient tombs. From this point on, board game popularity has continued to grow and evolve, though not without undergoing cycles of popularity and lack thereof. In this blog post, I’ll provide a brief overview on board game development from the early days through to more modern...
New Years Traditions Explained
Jan 04
The other day we celebrated the arrival of the new year, 2023, in the usual ways. Many people gathered in groups or for parties, some celebrated at home. Others, beyond my understanding, decided to stand for hours on end in the freezing cold in Times Square so as to witness the dropping of the crystal ball. Most of us filled glasses with Champagne (I don’t know why we choose Champagne for...
Why Do Aspiring Movie Or Stage Stars Change Their Names?
Nov 01
People aspiring to become movie or stage stars often change their names. They do this for many reasons. Some change their names to make the name easier to say, more memorable, or less ethnic. Others do it to change their image or to connect with a new audience. Still, others believe that a different name will bring them better luck. There are many famous examples of people who have changed...