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Moments in Time: 65 mph speed record
Alexander Winton, driving his Winton Bullet, sets the first speed record ever achieved at Daytona Beach, Florida.
Fascinating Valentine’s Day Facts That Will Probably Surprise You
There’s a super interesting history behind the most romantic day of the year.
Strange But True: 10-second French kiss
A 10-second French kiss spreads around 80 million bacteria between the two smoochers.
Moments in Time: Pale Blue Dot photo
3.7 billion miles away from the sun, the Voyager 1 spacecraft takes a photograph of Earth.
Top Ten Gemstones for Engagement Rings
There are more choices for engagement rings than you might think.
SportsQuiz: Jockey with 9,530 wins
What Panamanian jockey amassed 9,530 career wins, including one at the Kentucky Derby (1984) and three straight at the Belmont Stakes (1982-84)?
Moments in Time: First Heisman Trophy winner
On Feb. 8, 1936, University of Chicago halfback Jay Berwanger, the first Heisman Trophy winner, is picked No. 1 overall in the NFL draft.
Trivia Test: In what year did the Cold War end?
What was the name of the fictional airline whose jet crashed on an island in "Lost"?
Strange But True: Potatoes considered cruel
In mid-18th century France, eating potatoes was considered cruel and unusual punishment…
SportsQuiz: “Dan & Dave” campaign
Name the pop star who was in a relationship with former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo from 2007-09.
Moments in Time: Grand Central Terminal opens
President Franklin Roosevelt announces a plan to expand the Supreme Court to as many as 15 judges.
Trivia Test: What is a gastropoda?
Which state goes by the nickname “Green Mountain State”?
Now Here's a Tip: Rivets in bathroom towels
I installed rivet rings in the corner of my bathroom towels. Now, when I hang a towel up, it stays hung up.
Strange But True: KFC edible nail polishes
More salt is used to remove ice from roads than for eating.
SportsQuiz: The KFC Yum! Center
The KFC Yum! Center is a college basketball arena located in what U.S. city?
Flashback: Pop, Rock & Soul Trivia
Where did the name of “disco” music and dance come from?
Moments in Time: Canned beer makes its debut
Dozens of pop stars gather to lay down tracks for “We Are the World,” under the direction of Quincy Jones.