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Where was the Microwave Oven Invented 2008-03-08 18:05:45 Microwave ovens (often just called microwaves) are kitchen appliances that utilize microwave radiation to cook or heat food and drinks. The microwaves, always emitted from a magnetron, excites water, fats, oils and some other molecules to heat the food or drink. But where was the microwave oven invented? This article will answer just that question, and also list three interesting facts about microwave ovens. Read more:Invented
Best Vacations with Children 2008-03-07 17:26:12 When going on vacation with your family, it is hard to keep everybody happy! Often parents go on vacations they hate to keep the kids happy. Other people choose to go to quiet places with little for children to do and they become bored very easily. This article will tell you some of the best vacations to take with children, and also list some important things to remember when going on a family vacation Read more:Children
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Where was Barack Obama Born 2008-03-06 17:29:51 Barack Obama
(full name Barack Hussein Obama, Jr) is a junior United States Senator and the leading Democratic candidate for the 2008 United States presidential election. He worked as a civil rights lawyer, university lecturer and community organizer until his election to the United States senate. But where was Barack Obama born? This article will answer that very question, and also look at six interesting facts about Barack Obama Read more:Barack
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Who Invented Basketball 2008-03-05 17:39:02 Basketball is a very popular team sport, played in many nations in the world and at the Olympic Games. Basketball is loved for its exciting slam dunks and high scoring games. This article will discover who invented basketball, and tell you six interesting facts about basketball. Read more:Basketball
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Who Discovered Silicon 2008-03-04 18:48:41 Silicon is a chemical element with the symbol Si. It has various industrial uses and is an essential biological element. Silicon is the eight most common element in the entire universe by mass. This article will discover who discovered silicon and also list eight cool facts about silicon. Read more:Silicon
When did Missouri Become a State 2008-03-03 17:59:48 Missouri is a state found in the midwestern region of the United State
s of America. Missouri comprises one independent city and 114 counties. But when did Missouri become a state? This article will answer that very question and also tell you nine interesting facts about Missouri. Read more:Become
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Where do Kangaroos Live 2008-03-02 18:07:54 Kangaroos are marsupials found nearly exclusively in Australia, with some living in parts of Papua New Guinea. There are over 60 different species of kangaroos and they often live in groups (or mobs) of up to 50 kangaroos. But where do kangaroos live? This article will answer that very question and also look at six interesting facts about kangaroos.
Who Founded Burger King 2008-03-01 17:47:11 Burger King is one of the largest chains of hamburger fast food restaurants in the world. There are almost 11500 Burger King stores worldwide in 69 different nations. But who founded Burger King? This article will answer that exact question and also look at eight interesting facts about Burger King. Read more:Burger
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When Was Saturn Discovered 2008-02-29 18:38:23 Saturn is the sixth planet from the Sun and the second largest planet in our solar system. It is classified as a gas giant and is surrounded by rings. But when was Saturn discovered? This article will answer that very question and will also give you three interesting facts about Saturn. Read more:Saturn
Who Invented the Drill 2008-02-28 17:39:57 Drills are very useful tools, commonly used in woodworking, metalworking, DIY projects and construction. These days, there are many types of drills for any situation. But who invented the first drills? This article will answer exactly that question and also look at five interesting facts about different types of drills. Read more:Drill
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Where do Ostriches Live 2008-03-12 17:59:34 Ostriches are large, flightless birds that have very distinctive long necks. Ostriches are the largest living species of bird in the world and they also lay the largest eggs of any bird. Ostriches mainly eat seeds and plants, but have also been known to eat the occasional insect! But where do ostriches live? This article will answer exactly that question and also look at seven interesting facts about ostriches
Where do Peanuts Grow 2008-03-11 18:26:21 Peanuts are protein rich nuts that are consumed by millions of people worldwide everyday. Salted peanuts, peanut butter, peanut brittle and roasted peanuts are very common peanut products. But where do peanuts grow? This article will answer that very question, and also look at three interesting facts about peanuts. Read more:Peanuts
When Did the Korean War Start and End 2008-03-10 18:59:00 The Korean
War is an often forgotten war of the 20th century. With two world wars and the very controversial Vietnam War in the 20th century, many forget the Korean War. This article will answer the question when did the Korean War start and end, and look at four facts about the Korean War. Read more:Start
Who Discovered Neon 2008-03-09 18:35:06 Neon, a chemical element with the symbol Ne, is a very common element in the universe but rare on the earth. It exists as a colourless gas and is extracted for commercial use from air. But who discovered neon? This article will answer that very question, and also look at nine interesting facts about neon.
Who Founded Nintendo 2008-03-14 21:22:31 Nintendo is a multinational company that is best known for its video gaming systems. The Nintendo DS is the highest selling handheld video console, and the Nintendo Wii has beaten rivals Sony (Playstation 3) and Microsoft (Xbox 360) to be the top selling console for 2007 and early 2008. But who founded Nintendo? Read more:Nintendo
Who Invented the Pretzel 2008-03-13 18:02:57 Pretzels are very popular baked goods that are very unique due to their knot-like shape. Pretzel dough is made out of only water, brown sugar, wheat flour and yeast. The dough is dipped in sodium bicarbonate solution and sprinkled with salt prior to baking to give the pretzel that lovely glazed look! But who invented the pretzel? This article will answer that burning question, and also look at seven interesting facts about pretzels Read more:Invented
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Who Invented Apple Pie 2008-03-16 18:15:44 An apple pie is a type of fruit pie where the main ingredients are cooking apples. Pastries generally cover both the top and bottom of an apple pie, making a double-crust pie. But who invented the apple pie? This article will answer exactly that question and also look at three interesting facts about apple pie. Read more:Apple
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When was the iPod Invented 2008-03-15 18:35:02 The Apple iPod
is the best selling portable media player in history. As of January 2008, over 140 million iPods have been sold. Apple iTunes is used to transfer music and other programs onto iPods and millions of songs, movies, television shows and video games are bought by people through iTunes everyday. But when was the iPod invented? Read more:Invented
Who Discovered Coffee 2008-03-18 19:02:45 Coffee is a very popular beverage, and stimulant, that is consumed by millions of people worldwide every day. The health benefits, and health problems, associated with drinking coffee are still heavily debated. Some religions (such as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints) actually prohibit members from drinking coffee. But who discovered coffee? This article will answer exactly that question and also look at four interesting facts about coffee. Read more:Coffee
Who Discovered Argon 2008-03-17 18:34:02 Argon is a chemical element with the symbol Ar. Its atomic number is 18 and is in group 18 of the periodic table, making it a noble gas. Argon is the most abundant noble gas in the Earth’s atmosphere. But who discovered argon? This article will answer exactly that question and also look at seven interesting facts about argon.
Where Was Christopher Columbus Born 2008-03-21 18:41:56 Christopher Columbus
was a navigator, colonizer and explorer who was instrumental in bringing Spanish colonization to the Americas. While he was not the first European to reach the Americas, he was the first to make Europe fully aware of the Americas. But where was Christopher Columbus born? This article will answer exactly that question and also look at three interesting facts about Christopher Columbus. Read more:Christopher
Who Invented Mountain Dew 2008-03-20 18:27:37 Mountain Dew is a popular citrus tasting soft drink that is produced by PepsiCo. It is the 4th best selling soft drink in America behind Coca Cola, Pepsi-Cola and Diet Coke. But who invented Mountain Dew? This article will answer exactly that question and also look at seven interesting facts about Mountain Dew. Read more:Invented
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Who Invented Post Its 2008-03-22 19:15:35 Post-it notes (or Post-its) are re-adherable pieces of stationary that are designed to attach to documents, computer monitors and tables without the need for blu tack or tape. Post-its leave no marks or residues when they are removed from different surfaces and they can be moved from one surface to another without losing much of their ‘stickiness’. But who invented Post-it notes? Read more:Invented
Where do Polar Bears Live 2008-03-27 21:04:00 Polar bears are the world’s largest land dwelling carnivore and they weigh up to 600kg (1300lb). The very thick fur on a polar bear protect it from the freezing cold climates in which they are found. Polar bears love eating seals, but have been known to eat just about anything when very hungry. But where do polar bears live? Read more:Bears
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When Did Hurricane Katrina Hit 2008-03-26 18:50:08 Hurricane Katrina
is one of the five deadliest hurricanes in United States history. Severe loss of life and heaps of property damage occurred in New Orleans. It is estimated that Hurricane Katrina caused more than $US81 billion in damage. This article will answer the question when did Hurricane Katrina hit and also look at four interesting facts about Hurricane Katrina. Read more:Hurricane Katrina
Where did Leonardo da Vinci Live 2008-03-28 19:29:09 Leonardo da Vinci
(full name: Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci) is a famous Italian mathematician, engineer, inventor, painter, musician, botanist, writer and a whole lot more! Leonardo da Vinci is probably best known as a painter and his two most famous works of art are The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa. Da Vinci also conceived ideas that were far ahead of his time. But where did Leonardo Da Vinci live? Read more:Leonardo
Who Discovered Nitrogen 2008-04-01 18:40:21 Nitrogen is a chemical element with the symbol N and has an atomic number of 7. Nitrogen is a very important element for organisms and in industry. Nitrogen is a very important part of amino acids and nucleic acids (DNA and RNA). But who discovered nitrogen? This article will answer just that question and also look at four interesting facts about nitrogen.
Where was Bill Gates Born 2008-04-04 18:36:17 Bill Gates
is the worlds third richest man probably best known as the co-founder of Microsoft. Gates is still the largest individual shareholder in Microsoft, with 9% of the stock. This article will answer the question where was Bill Gates born and also look at nine interesting facts about Bill Gates. Read more:Bill Gates
Facts about Switzerland 2008-04-03 20:09:52 Switzerland (officially the Swiss Confederation) is a popular tourist destination for people wanting to see the snow and go skiing. Here are some facts about Switzerland. Read more:Switzerland
Who was the first James Bond 2008-04-09 17:47:28 James Bond is a fictional character originally created by writer Ian Fleming, who featured Bond in twelve novels and two collections of short stories. After his death in 1964, James Bond books have been written by Kingsley Amis (using the name Robert Markham), John Pearson, John Gardner and Raymond Benson. More than 21 movies had been released which feature James Bond. But who was the first James Bond? Read more:James
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