How large is the sun?

Daily Trivia / August 05, 2025

The Sun is colossal. It contains 99.8 percent of the total mass of the solar system. More than one million Earths would be required to match its volume.

What are the origins of absinthe?

Daily Trivia / August 05, 2025

The precise origin of absinthe is unclear. According to popular legend, absinthe began as an all-purpose patent remedy created by Dr. Pierre Ordinaire. Ordinaire's recipe was passed on to the Henriod sisters of Couvet, who...Read More

How much can an ostrich weigh?

Daily Trivia / August 04, 2025

An ostrich may weigh as much as 300 pounds. Its intestinal tract is 45 feet long.

How tough is an armadillo's armor?

Daily Trivia / August 04, 2025

The armor of the armadillo is not as tough as it appears. It is very pliable, much like a human fingernail.

Where does the sand bark?

Daily Trivia / August 04, 2025

Barking Sands Beach on the Hawaiian island of Kauai is known for its unusual sand that squeaks or "barks like a dog." The dry sand grains emit an eerie sound when rubbed with bare feet.

Why are 15th century French doorways so high?

Daily Trivia / August 04, 2025

In 1418, women's headgear was so tall that the doorways of the royal castle of Vincennes, France had to be raised, on the orders of the queen, to allow the ladies of the court to pass through without ducking.