Why did medieval herbalists fear basil?

Daily Trivia / September 08, 2025

Despite its popularity as a seasoning, basil has a controversial history. Basil was a sacred plant in ancient Hindu religion, and it was handled warily by European herbalists of the Middle Ages, who feared it as a scorpion...Read More

How many drops in a bottle of Tabasco Sauce?

Daily Trivia / September 08, 2025

Each 2-ounce bottle of Tabasco Sauce contains at least 720 drops of sauce. The fiery pepper sauce is produced by the McIlhenny family, and the McIlhenny Company was founded back in 1868 at Avery Island, Louisiana.

How many presidents have been Whigs?

Daily Trivia / September 07, 2025

Three Whigs have served as President of the United States: William Henry Harrison, Zachary Taylor, and Millard Fillmore.

Did an injury end Superman's career?

Daily Trivia / September 07, 2025

Actor Dean Cain, the leading man in TV's Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, was signed to play professional football with the Buffalo Bills after his graduation from Princeton. However, he injured his knee ...Read More

How thick is our atmosphere?

Daily Trivia / September 06, 2025

If Earth was the size of an apple, the atmospheric layer would be no thicker than the skin of the apple.

How important is etiquette to Japanese business?

Daily Trivia / September 06, 2025

The Japanese business environment requires strict adherence to rules of etiquette. Graduating students prepare for important job interviews by first learning how to bow properly and show proper manners when entering and ...Read More