Are the Himalayas growing?

Daily Trivia / March 26, 2025

The world's tallest mountains, the Himalayas, are also the fastest growing. Their growth -- about half an inch a year -- is caused by the pressure exerted by two of Earth's continental plates (the Eurasian plate and the ...Read More

Which state has the most inland water?

Daily Trivia / March 26, 2025

The U.S. state that contains the most square miles of inland water is Alaska.

Why couldn't you buy sliced bread?

Daily Trivia / March 26, 2025

During World War II, bakers in the United States were ordered to stop selling sliced bread for the duration of the war on January 18, 1943. Only whole loaves were made available to the public. It was never explained how ...Read More

How successful was The Weather Channel initially?

Daily Trivia / March 26, 2025

In 1982, its inaugural year, The Weather Channel lost $10.6 million, and came dangerously close to being shut down. In fact, the network didn't make any money until 1985. Since then, The Weather Channel has steadily grown ...Read More

Why do Chinese step back when a coffin's closed?

Daily Trivia / March 25, 2025

At funerals in ancient China, when the lid of the coffin was closed, mourners took a few steps backward lest their shadows get caught in the box.

How do you make toffee?

Daily Trivia / March 25, 2025

Toffee is made by boiling together brown sugar, butter, and vinegar.