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Daily Trivia

Where does cork come from?

on Jan 19, 2026

Portugal is the world's largest producer of cork. The country has regulations protecting cork trees dating back to 1320. During the 1920s and 1930s, it became illegal to cut down the trees other than for essential thinning and removal of older non-producing trees.

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Did Anne give Henry any children?

Daily Trivia / January 19, 2026

King Henry VIII’s second wife, Anne Boleyn, miscarried during her fourth month of pregnancy. She did produce Henry an illegitimate daughter, Elizabeth (born before they were married), who would rule England for 45 years.

Should you leave your computer turned on or off?

Daily Trivia / January 19, 2026

Either, but pick a state and leave it that way. Don't use the on/off switch on your personal computer any more than necessary. There's a surge of electricity every time the switch is turned on. For fragile computer chips, ...Read More

How many elements are in a gemstone?

Daily Trivia / January 18, 2026

Most gemstones contain several elements. Except the diamond -- it's all carbon.

What color is a coffee tree's leaves?

Daily Trivia / January 18, 2026

Species of coffee trees can grow as tall as 32 feet and their leaves can range in color from purple to yellow. Green is the predominant color, however.

What does the kinkajou use its tail for?

Daily Trivia / January 17, 2026

The kinkajou's tail is twice as long as its body. Every night, it wraps itself up in its tail and uses it as a pillow.

What inspired Munch to paint The Scream?

Daily Trivia / January 17, 2026

In a note in his diary Munch described his inspiration for the image thus: "I was walking along a path with two friends - the sun was setting - suddenly the sky turned blood red - I paused, feeling exhausted, and leaned on...Read More