Bathroom Readers' Institute's Blog, page 25
March 21, 2019
The Week In Weird Science
Here’s your rundown on all the mind-bogglingly cool, amazing — and strange — stuff the scientists have been up to lately. AARON THE RIPPER Jack the Ripper is one of history’s most notorious murderers, perhaps in part because his shocking crimes on the streets of London in the 1800s remained unsolved. But in March 2019, […]
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March 20, 2019
All About Pollen
It’s springtime, when there’s only one thing on everyone’s minds: allergies, and how they make you miserable with the sneezing, sore throat, and eyes glued shut. It’s all because of tiny little particles of pollen flying around the air. Here’s everything you need to know about spring’s tiniest menace. First use of the word The […]
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March 15, 2019
Everybody PANIC!
Human are odd creatures. Here are some of history’s greatest mass hysterias. Biting nuns! According to reports in 18th century German medical texts, a nun at a convent in the area spontaneously started to chase and bite all the other nuns around her. As news of the very specific attacks spread, nuns at other German convents were observed […]
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March 14, 2019
A Very Inventive St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day has evolved into a celebration of Ireland, the people of Ireland, and the influence of the Emerald Isle on world culture. To that end, here are some indelible contributions to technology and science by those of Irish descent. Chocolate milk It’s strange to think that somebody had to invent the addition of […]
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March 8, 2019
Same Side Squabbles
People on opposite teams may fight, but once in a while the spirit of competition gets so intense that people on the same team come to blows. KERR VS. JORDAN Today, Steve Kerr is one of the most successful coaches in the NBA, guiding the Golden State Warriors to three league titles in the last […]
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March 7, 2019
Chitlins vs. Cracklins vs. Pork Rinds
There are so many pig-and-pork based products out there, and so many of them have colorful, fun-to-say names…that aren’t the most descriptive. Here’s a little primer. PORK RINDS They’re crispy like potato chips, but contain no starch at all — they’re fried pig skin. It’s made by simmering separated pork skin in boiling water, cut […]
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March 6, 2019
Robots and Martians Are Always in Fashion
Around the year and throughout the world, big clothing designers unveil their latest looks through elaborate presentations. They’re not just models walking down a runway anymore. How weird are these shows? So weird that we’re writing about them here, where we rarely cover anything as fancy as fashion. WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE Jana Nedzvetskaya’s spring 2015 […]
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March 4, 2019
Weird Golf Rules!
We’re not sure if “weird golf” is a thing, let alone if it “rules,” but here are some strange and odd stipulations golfers must follow when they’re out there on the links. Cactus dangers The golf rule book seems to have every contingency covered, including what to do if a hit ball lands by a cactus. […]
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March 3, 2019
Weird Movies Based on Memorable Songs
Dolly Parton recently signed a deal with Netflix to turn a number of her biggest hits into movies. Her songs are often stories, so it’s a natural progression. The same should have happened for these songs turned movies…which all tuned out a little odd. Monster Mash (1995) The monster-centric novelty song “Monster Mash” was a […]
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March 2, 2019
Show Me History! Giveaway!
Learn about amazing historical narratives in graphic novel format with our brand new series, Show Me History! Titles include Abraham Lincoln, Alexander Hamilton, Amelia Earhart, and Martin Luther King Jr. With contributions from renowned artists, illustrators, and authors that have worked with DC, Marvel, and the like, this new series is sure to excite! Perfect for ages 8-12, […]
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