How did Arnie sneak into the movies?

Daily Trivia / November 16, 2024

In 1988 interview, Arnold Schwarzenegger recalled his childhood experiences in Europe when going to the movies: "Whatever is forbidden as a kid you want even more. We had stricter controls in Austria, because we had a ...Read More

What's a "rock jock?"

Daily Trivia / November 16, 2024

Coined in the early 1980s, the slang term "rock jock" is a mountaineering enthusiast.

How large are the gas globules from which star form?

Daily Trivia / November 16, 2024

The dense globules of gas from which stars are born are much larger than the stars they will form. In the Orion nebula, globules have been detected which are 500 times larger than the solar system.

How did Pope John VIII die?

Daily Trivia / November 16, 2024

John VIII (died 882) was the first Pope to be murdered -- he was poisoned and then clubbed to death.

How many Popes have been named Leo?

Daily Trivia / November 15, 2024

Thirteen popes were named Leo, including Leo the Great, who prevented the Huns from sacking Rome. Six emperors of Constantinople were also called Leo. The continuing popularity of the name probably stems for it association...Read More

When did G.I. Joe make his triumphant return?

Daily Trivia / November 15, 2024

By 1982 G.I. Joe was back on store shelves, albeit in a downsized version produced at the size of the wildly popular Star Wars action figures. The "Adventure Team" idea was modified and combined with the original military ...Read More