Shauna Wright
Walking While Texting Is More Dangerous Than You May Think
We all know about the dangers of texting while driving — but what about texting while walking?
How Much Are Olympic Medals Actually Worth?
Olympic athletes often train for years in the hopes of someday getting a medal. But while the 4,700 medals currently being doled out in London are priceless to the athletes who win them, the actual value of the raw materials may be less than you think.
This Day in History for August 1 – MTV Debuts and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1842 – The Lombard Street Riot erupts in Philadelphia (More info)
1914 – Germany declares war on Russia, launching World War I (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for August 1 – Chuck D, Adam Duritz and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Chuck D
Age: 52
Occupation: Rapper, Producer and Activist
Known For: Creating politically and socially-conscious music with the legendary rap group Public Enemy on controversial songs like ‘Don’t Believe the Hype’ and ’911 Is a Joke,’ co-hosting ‘Unfiltered’ on the now-defunct Air America radio network, and a famous appearance before
Study Reveals Women’s Chocolate Cravings Aren’t Hormonal
Ladies, if you’ve come to expect chocolate cravings around your time of the month, they may be all in your head — new research indicates there could be no biological basis for them.
Baby Boomers Like the Savings but Hate the Phrase ‘Senior Discount’ — Dollars and Sense
With age comes wisdom — and eventually, senior discounts. But while the older set likes those cost-saving perks, they’d rather call them something else.
This Day in History for July 31 – First US Patent Issued and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1009 – Pope Sergius IV becomes the 142nd pope, succeeding Pope John XVIII (More info)
1498 – On his third voyage to the Western Hemisphere, Christopher Columbus becomes the first European to discover the island of Trinidad (More info)
Celebrity Birthdays for July 31 – Wesley Snipes, J. K. Rowling and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
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Wesley Snipes
Age: 50
Occupation: Actor, Producer and Inmate
Known For: Playing the title character in the ‘Blade’ film trilogy, other roles in ‘New Jack City,’ ‘To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar’ and ‘U.S. Marshals,’ and currently serving a three-year sentence for income tax evasion
Survey Reveals Hotel Guests Turned Off by Poor Service and WiFi Fees — Dollars and Sense
In the wake of the economic downturn, some hotels have cut corners to save money — and their customers have noticed. According to a new survey, satisfaction with hotel services is now at a six-year low.
How Long Should a Nap Be to Make You Feel Oh-So-Refreshed?
Taking a midday snooze has been shown to increase alertness, focus and concentration. But just how long should your power nap be?
Celebrity Birthdays for July 30 – Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lisa Kudrow and More
Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today:
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Age: 65
Occupation: Actor, Politician and Philanderer
Known For: Roles in ‘Twins,’ ‘Conan the Barbarian’ and the ‘Terminator’ film franchise, being the 38th governor of California, and torpedoing his marriage to Maria Shriver when he fathered a child with the family housekeeper
This Day in History for July 30 – Jimmy Hoffa Vanishes and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1932 – Walt Disney’s ‘Flowers and Trees,’ the first cartoon short to use Technicolor and the first Oscar-winning cartoon short, premieres (More info)
1945 – The USS Indianapolis is torpedoed by a Japanese submarine and sinks within 15 minutes, killing almost 900 men (More info)