It is August 17, 1931, and you are one of the very few who are sufficiently fortunate and wealthy to own the latest technological gizmo. It is a radio that allows you […]
TV’s Historic and Forgotten ‘The Television Ghost’
The Ghoulish Ghost Guardian of South African Christmas Cookies
Freshly-baked Christmas cookies can be so tempting! The sugary morsels, specially-decorated for the holidays are so inviting that it is almost impossible to resist the urge to sneak one or two. After […]
The Fearsome Foot That Terrified and Trampled Japanese Homes
Japan is a land rich with folklore. It is also the land that gave us Godzilla and many other iconic monsters. This predilection for mythology and gargantuan creatures comes together in the […]
The Volcano That Triggered a Year Without Summer, Defeated an Empire, and Gave Birth to a Monster
In terms of volcano celebrity status, Mount Tambora’s name is rarely mentioned. If someone asks you to name a dramatic volcanic eruption, more than likely, it is Mount Vesuvius, Krakatoa, or Mount […]
Check Out the Room Where You Can’t Check In
The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta, Canada is a magnificent, luxurious structure. Nestled in some of Canada’s most beautiful surroundings, hotel visitors can expect to enjoy breathtaking vistas, comfortable accommodations, […]
Commonplace Fun Facts 