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What's the Real Story Behind the History of the Microwave Oven? [VIDEO]

Carl Pettit — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:05:47 +0000

The microwave oven is a wonderful time saver. When you want to defrost a chicken, warm up a bowl of soup, pop some popcorn or cook an instant burrito, you can’t beat microwave technology. Practically every household in the country has one of these handy home appliances nowadays, but there was a time, not so [...]

One Direction Make History… Again

Jessica Sager — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 21:24:57 +0000

One Direction have broken yet another record. The U.K. ‘X Factor’ alums now have the fastest selling pre-order single in history! The band announced their upcoming single, ‘Live While We’re Young,’ in a special video for Directioners yesterday. The track became available for pre-order at midnight today (Aug. 24) and went on to top the [...]

What's the Real Story Behind the Phrase 'Frog in Your Throat?'

Carl Pettit — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 15:10:08 +0000

When someone tells you that you have a frog in your throat, that person is letting you know that you sound terrible. Your voice is raspy and dry, and you’re probably having a hard time speaking.

So, is there some magical tale about how this expression came about?

This Day in History for July 4 – Declaration of Independence Signed and More

Shauna Wright — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 10:00:55 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1776 – The United States Declaration of Independence is adopted by the Second Continental Congress (More info)

1826 – Former presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both die on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence (More info)

If You're an American, There's a Good Chance You Would Fail a Citizenship Test

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:03:12 +0000

Nearly a third of Americans would get a big fat “F” on a citizenship test, according to a new study. The lack of knowledge mostly pertains to civics questions. The Center for the American Dream at Xavier University came up these findings via a survey that posed 10 random questions from the actual citizenship exam [...]

How the Pasco Milk Man Helped Win the War – In the Dark of Night

Andrew Kirk — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:00:47 +0000

Before grocery stores had refrigerated aisles the Milk Man would rove town delivering fresh milk and other produce. Their role was so important to the survival of Pasco that men delivering milk were exempted from military service during World War II. Deliveries were usually made late at night or early in the morning to keep [...]

98.3 The Key Remembers Veterans Today

Paul Drake — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:02:30 +0000

Veterans Day is a day to commemorate the dedication and sacrifices of members of the armed forces, past and present.

Martin Luther King Jr. Remembered

Stacy Lee — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 14:45:08 +0000

Many of you have the day off, so it is a good time to reflect…enjoy the photo’s

This Day in History for January 1 – Emancipation Proclamation Signed and More

Shauna Wright — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 17:00:47 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1863 – President Abraham Lincoln signs the final Emancipation Proclamation, ending slavery in the rebelling states (More info)

1934 – Alcatraz Island becomes a United States federal prison (More info)