Judges’ Decisions More Lenient After Lunch
Study shows judges are more likely to rule favorably after lunch.
The Musician – Leonardo Da Vinci
The epitome of the Renaissance man, Leonardo da Vinci was an accomplished musician as well as a master painter.
Many Countries Favor Specific Religions
From monarchies to republics, candidates in these countries must belong to a specific religious group.
Giuseppe Garibaldi Was a Spaghetti Salesman
Before unifying Italy, he was a spaghetti salesman in Uruguay.
Skinny Mirrors Trick Women Into Buying More Clothes
Just like a fun house mirror, dressing room mirrors are sometimes angled a bit to change the way you look.
What is the Most Popular Car Color?
After white, buyers like black, silver and gray.
Happiest Countries In The World
The world's happiest country is Paraguay, which placed first for the second year in a row.
Brain Science is Ignoring Left-Handed People
Left-handed people are often excluded from studies.
Do Romania and Chad Have the Same Flag?
The only difference being that Romania defines the colours used more narrowly than Chad.
The Hum That Helps to Fight Crime
A hum that comes from mains electricity has allowed forensic scientists to establish whether recordings are genuine.
The Dodo is Dead, Long Live the Dodo!
The dodo has become a symbol of national identity in Mauritius.
How Much Hazelnut is in Nutella?
A breakdown of the ingredients shows that Nutella has very few hazelnuts, and is actually mostly made of sugar and palm oil.
How Old Do You Have to Be if You’re Trying to Be Famous?
Most people become famous before they're 30, according to Harvard University researchers.
90% Eat Pizza at Least Once a Week
Pizza has beaten curry to be crowned Britain's favourite dish.
What Age Do People Shop at IKEA?
IKEA remains popular throughout the late 20s and early 30s, but drops after age 34.
Why Steve Jobs Changed His Car Every 6 Months
He discovered a loophole in the California vehicle laws and, i.e., anyone who buys a brand new car had a maximum of six months to affix the issued number plate to the vehicle.