Shauna Wright
This Day in History for June 15 – Arlington National Cemetery Established and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1215 – King John of England puts his seal on the Magna Carta (More info)
1775 – George Washington accepts an assignment to lead the Continental Army (More info)
What Do Your Shoes Say About You?
The house you live in or the car you drive may say a lot about you, but according to new research, your shoes could actually reveal volumes more.
This Year’s Average Spring Temperatures in the US Make History As the Warmest on Record
You probably already know that this winter was one of the mildest the US has ever seen. And now it seems the trend of above-average temperatures is continuing.
Charlie Sheen Admits When He Was "Winning" He Was Actually Losing
As the world watched Charlie Sheen‘s nuclear meltdown in the days after he was canned from ‘Two and a Half Men‘ last year, a lot of people couldn’t help but find the irony in the word he used to describe his situation: “Winning!”
But hindsight being what it is, Sheen now reveals in an interview that he shares that feeling, saying he was “in total denial” during that dark time.
Sara Lee Is No More — What’s the Company’s New Name?
Apparently someone doesn’t like Sara Lee: the company itself.
It’s announced it will abandon the name later this month and split into two entities, calling itself Hillshire Farm in North America.
Did a Guard Really Watch a Woman Being Mugged and Do Nothing? [VIDEO]
A video that seemingly depicts a security guard in Malaysia standing by and doing nothing as a woman is mugged in broad daylight has drawn criticism from those who think he should’ve intervened. But all may not be as it seems.
Walmart Rolls Out Smaller ‘Express’ Stores — Dollars and Sense
Because Walmart doesn’t yet blanket enough of the US (and beyond), the retailer is now rolling out smaller versions of itself called Walmart Express stores. And they already seem quite profitable.
Would You Pay More for a Flight with Bigger Seats?
Pretty much everyone knows by now that the US has a real obesity problem — even aircraft manufacturers like Airbus. In response, the company is now offering airlines the option to equip its new planes with extra-wide seats.
What Can You Do to Help Find Missing Girl Mickey Shunick? [VIDEOS]
A week ago, 21-year-old Lafayette, LA resident Mickey Shunick vanished without a trace. Helped by local radio station Hot 107.9, Mickey’s family, friends and police have been desperately searching for her — and they need your help.
You Won’t Believe How Many People Pee in Pools
Summer is a time when many people take to swimming pools, both public and private. But before you put on your suit and dive in, this might give you pause: a new survey found one in five adults admit that at some point, they’ve peed in a pool.
This Day in History for May 23 – Bonnie and Clyde Killed and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1701 – William Kidd, popularly known as Captain Kidd, is hanged for piracy and murder (More info)
1911 – The New York Public Library is dedicated (More info)
Should Young Children Be Allowed on Facebook? Mark Zuckerberg Says Yes
Facebook only allows people 13 and over to sign up for an account — but the social site’s founder and CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, wants that to change.