Potential renewable energy resources
Energy crops, like switchgrass or fast-growing trees, could provide more than 5,000 megawatts of electricity annually by the year 2010, supporting more than 170,000 jobs and diversifying local farming operations.
Proof that football (soccer) is the most popular sport in the world
At World Cup 2010 2.72 million tickets will be sold.
Which breed was the most popular in the CFA rankings for decades?
The Persian was the most popular pedigreed cat in the CFA rankings for decades before other breeds, starting with the Exotic, finally knocked it off the top spot in the 2010s.
Which breed ended the Persian's long run at the top of the CFA rankings?
In the mid-2010s, the Exotic ended the Persian's decades-long run as the most popular pedigreed cat in the CFA rankings, so the breed literally overtook its own parent breed.
What is the Ford F-150 Raptor?
The Ford F-150 Raptor, introduced in 2010, is a high-performance off-road truck built with long-travel suspension for desert racing-style driving.
What is the longest tennis match ever played?
The longest tennis match ever was between John Isner and Nicolas Mahut at Wimbledon in 2010. It lasted 11 hours and 5 minutes over three days.
How many times did "Modern Family" win Outstanding Comedy Series?
"Modern Family" won the Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series five years in a row, from 2010 to 2014, tying the record set by "Frasier."
How was graphene discovered?
Scientists Andre Geim and Konstantin Novoselov isolated graphene, a single layer of carbon atoms, using Scotch tape in 2004 and won the 2010 Nobel Prize in Physics.
What is the tallest building in the world?
The Burj Khalifa in Dubai, at 828 meters, has been the tallest building in the world since 2010.
What bridge was built next to the Hoover Dam?
A bypass bridge next to the Hoover Dam opened in 2010.