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Thought of the Day: Empty Room

You’ve never been in an empty room before. The truthfulness of the statement “You’ve never been in an empty room before” depends on the interpretation. If taken literally, it is highly unlikely that any person has been in a room completely devoid of any matter, including air molecules. In that sense, no one has indeedContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Empty Room”

This Day in History: March 29th

Here are ten historical events that took place on March 29th, listed in chronological order: 1461 – During the Wars of the Roses, the Battle of Towton takes place in England. It is one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the conflict. 1849 – The United Kingdom formally annexes the Punjab region of India,Continue reading “This Day in History: March 29th”

Thought of the Day: Condoms

Condom companies technically kill their future customers. The statement you’ve made seems to suggest a paradoxical viewpoint. While it is true that the use of condoms can prevent pregnancies, and thus, in a sense, prevent the birth of potential future customers, it’s essential to understand the broader context. Condom companies, like other businesses, primarily aimContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Condoms”

This Day in History: March 28th

Here are ten historical events that took place on March 28th, listed in chronological order: 193 – Roman Emperor Pertinax is assassinated by Praetorian Guards, who then sell the throne in an auction to Didius Julianus. 845 – Paris is sacked by Viking raiders, probably under Ragnar Lodbrok, who collects a huge ransom in exchangeContinue reading “This Day in History: March 28th”

Thought of the Day: Skinny

People who are larger have more skin. Making them skinnier. No, that statement is not accurate! The amount of skin a person has is not directly related to their body size or weight. Skin size and surface area can vary somewhat between individuals, but it’s not proportional to body size in the way that statementContinue reading “Thought of the Day: Skinny”

This Day in History: March 27th

Here are ten historical events that took place on March 27th, listed in chronological order: 1309 – Pope Clement V excommunicates Venice and all its population. 1625 – Charles I becomes King of England, Scotland, and Ireland as well as claiming the title of King of France. 1794 – The United States Government establishes aContinue reading “This Day in History: March 27th”

This Day in History: March 26th

Here are ten historical events that took place on March 26th, listed in chronological order: 1484: William Caxton printed his translation of Aesop’s Fables, becoming the first English printer. 1804: The U.S. Congress passed the Twelfth Amendment to the United States Constitution, changing the procedure for electing the president and vice president. 1812: An earthquakeContinue reading “This Day in History: March 26th”

What do you call? Jokes

What do you call a Communist sniper? A Marx-man. What do you call a homeless horse? Unstable What do you call a computer mouse that swears? A cursor. What do you call a beehive without an exit? Unbeeleaveable! What do you call a man in a slow-cooker? Stu. What do you call a group ofContinue reading “What do you call? Jokes”