What movies has Eilean Donan Castle been in?

Daily Trivia / January 21, 2024

The beautiful Eilean Donan Castle is situated in Loch Duich near Dornie on the west coast of Scotland near the Isle of Skye. It is the one of the most photographed castles in Scotland, and has been in a number of films, ...Read More

Do fireflies light up in sync?

Daily Trivia / January 21, 2024

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

What's alarming about a grave?

Daily Trivia / January 21, 2024

In the mid 1880s, until approximately 1910, American undertakers sold "Grave Alarm" Devices. These were elaborate rope and bell/pulley arrangements allowing those buried alive to summon help. The rope was placed into the ...Read More

Brother, can you spare a dime?

Daily Trivia / January 21, 2024

Before 1933, the dime was legal as payment only in transactions of $10 or less. In that year, Congress made the dime legal tender for all transactions.

How do hens lay eggs without a rooster?

Daily Trivia / January 20, 2024

Hens do not have to be impregnated to lay eggs. The rooster is necessary only to fertilize the egg.

Does one have to be in the U.S. military to receive a Medal of Honor?

Daily Trivia / January 20, 2024

While current regulations beginning in 1918, explicitly state that recipients must be serving in the U.S. Armed Forces at the time of performing a valorous act that warrants the award of the Medal of Honor, exceptions have...Read More