According to a new video from CNN’s Great Big Story, the first iteration of ketchup dates back to 6th century China, where the condiment was made using fermented fish guts and salt. Did Heinz invent ketchup? The company was founded some 125 years ago by Henry John Heinz, the sonRead More →

“Tracy Returns to the Dumping Ground” is the 1st episode in Series 1 of The Story of Tracy Beaker and the 1st episode overall. It aired on the 8th of January 2002. Who is coming back to The Dumping Ground? Dani Harmer to return to The Dumping Ground after sixRead More →

The BDNF gene provides instructions for making a protein found in the brain and spinal cord called brain-derived neurotrophic factor. This protein promotes the survival of nerve cells (neurons) by playing a role in the growth, maturation (differentiation), and maintenance of these cells. What triggers BDNF? Any form of exerciseRead More →

A fully charged battery will typically display a voltmeter reading of about 12.6 to 12.8 volts. If your voltmeter is showing a voltage anywhere between 12.4 and 12.8, that means your battery is in good shape. Any voltage above 12.9 volts is a good indicator that your battery has excessiveRead More →

Cheaper prices for passengers willing to forgo certain amenities allow more people to fly more often. Studies also show that reducing the number of checked bags, by charging fees to discourage them, cuts the time it takes to get bags on and off planes. This results in fewer flight delays.Read More →