Are splash pads safe?
It seems like splash pads are becoming super-popular — so are they really as safe as they seem? Here’s a look at the pros and cons.
How big is the HOLLYWOOD sign?
How big is the HOLLYWOOD sign? It’s Tinseltown’s biggest star – literally – as well as one of the world’s most well-known landmarks. Get its measurements here and find out how high those letters are!
What is the difference between Blu-rays and DVDs?
Despite how they look, Blu-rays and DVDs are different kinds of technology. Here are the basic differences between the two spinning silvery circles that bring movies and TV shows to life.
Where can you download free ebooks?
Where can you find ebooks to read on the Kindle reader besides Amazon? If you’re interested in free ebooks to download, we have sources for you.
Where can I see spring training baseball games?
Where do the major league teams play their spring training baseball games? Find out here.
What makes a gold or platinum record?
We’ve all heard the terms, but what’s behind that song or album’s gold or platinum record status? Here are the numbers.
Who says the intro on all the ‘Law & Order’ TV shows?
I just realized I can recite the opening to Law & Order in my sleep, but I have no idea who actually says those words. Who is that guy? Has he done anything else? “In the Criminal Justice System, the people are represented by two separate, yet equally important groups: The police who investigate crime,…
Do you copyright or trademark a band name?
For a band, what is the technical difference between a copyright and a trademark, and which should be used?
How do green screens work?
How do green screens work? You know, when they film people against a plain background, then magically make a whole other world appear behind them. Find out!
How can you find out when carnivals are coming to town?
Often, the first you realize that a carnival is in town is when you see the brightly-colored lights when driving by one night. If you want to plan ahead, here are some links that might help.
How do magicians do the sawing a person in half trick?
How is the sawing a person in half magic trick done? I’ve seen it performed live, but can’t figure out how they pull the illusion off.
Where can I find race car tracks around the country?
Is there an easy way to find race car tracks when traveling, or just all the ones near me? Here’s where you can find out where to get your motorsports fix.
In the movie business, what is a “key grip”?
I was actually watching movie credits the other day instead of just zoning out, and I saw a line for key grip. What is a key grip, and what do they do?
When is Mardi Gras?
What are the dates for Mardi Gras over the next few years? Is there an easy way to calculate the date?
Where did knock-knock jokes come from?
Knock-knock. Who’s there? Where did the knock-knock joke come from? Where did the knock-knock joke come from who?