The word “mafia” commands an extraordinary aura. Also known as La Cosa Nostra or the Mob, there are about 5 recognized mafia families in New York alone. They include Lucchese, Genovese, Bonnano, Colombo, and Gambino, most involving Italian Americans. However, what is a mafia? What does it do? When did it start? Do you have…… Read More »
From acting to producing and directing, Jack Nicholson’s cap has no shortage of feathers. Born on April 22, 1937, the part-time screenwriter retired as a legend. His contribution to the film industry will forever remain. Since making his debut in acting, Jack Nicholson featured/contributed to at least 72 films. This made him a popular figure…… Read More »
Do we always wash our hands or just stand there and watch them clean themselves? Anyway, that’s a discussion for another day. Today, we focus on another “conundrum” that has been around for ages: laundry! Very few people, if any, love this chore. Yet, it remains a significant part of human existence. Over time, technological…… Read More »
As humans, there is only so much we can take before our bodies finally give in. Food, water, and clean air are non-negotiables – anyone who finds themselves in a situation without these must rely on their survival tactics and plenty of luck to survive. Over time, amazing survival stories have been told. The narratives…… Read More »
In the earlier years, haunted houses caused havoc. Very few people were willing to enter, leave alone purchase them. Research shows that people enjoy scary adventures as long as they are in a safe environment. These include movies, thrill rides, and, wait for it… visiting haunted houses. Today, haunted houses are as good (or better…… Read More »
Snapdragon was a parlour game from the 16th century. In a dark room, brandy was heated and placed in a wide shallow bowl; raisins were placed in the brandy which was then set alight. The object was to snatch the raisins and extinguish them in your mouth. Kids often burned their hands & mouths. The… Read More »
Here are 20 things you should know 1. Regardless of whether or not you are vegan, you may very well have B12 deficiency. It’s a common misconception that just because you consume animal products you don’t need to take B12 supplements. B12 isn’t produced by animals but is synthesized by bacteria and archaeons. Farm animals…… Read More »
