The Irish harp tradition is particularly special because of its ancient method of oral transmission – all teaching of the instrument is done "by ear". This method allows performers to be creative and individualistic ...Read More

Pablo Picasso was born dead. His midwife left him on a table. Picasso's uncle brought him to life with a lung full of cigar smoke.

Dr, John Gorrie of Appalachicola, Florida, invented mechanical refrigeration in 1851. He patented his device on May 6, 1851. There is a statue which honors this "Father of Modern Day Air Conditioning" in the Statuary Hall ...Read More

Marketing experts say there is often no relationship between a TV ad's likability and sales. In fact, a company's ability to generate a strong reaction from consumers can increase product awareness. Despite the public's ...Read More

One of the best-preserved Greek temples is in Italy at Paestum, just south of Naples and Sorrento. Founded as the city of Poseidon in the sixth century B.C., this was a key stop on an important trade route. The Romans ...Read More

More education means longer life. Research shows that college graduates live longer than people who did not complete high school.