Thursday, November 12, 2009

Haunted Castles, Belt Keepers, and Flashing Fireflies

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Friday November 13, 2009

Is Windsor Castle haunted?

The historic Windsor Castle in Britain has more than its fair share of ghosts, according to the United Kingdom-based Association for the Scientific Study of Anomalous Phenomena. The ghosts include some royal ones, including King Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth I, King Charles I, and King George III (“Mad” King George). King Henry is supposed to haunt the cloisters near the Deanery with ghostly groans and the sound of dragging footsteps.

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Does your belt have a keeper?

The loop on a belt that holds the loose end is called a "keeper."

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Can you clean your teeth on Sunday in Rhode Island?

According to law, no store is allowed to sell a toothbrush on the Sabbath in Providence, Rhode Island. Yet, these same stores are allowed to sell toothpaste and mouthwash on Sundays.

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Is Los Angeles moving?

Using satellite-surveying techniques, scientists have determined that Los Angeles, California is moving east. At a rate estimated to be about one-fifth of an inch per year, the city is moving closer to the San Gabriel Mountains.

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Are fireflies in sync?

Fireflies like to light up together. Two fireflies found near each other will eventually start lighting up at the same time.

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